Climate Change Impacts on New Zealand’s Hydrological Regimes
2025-09-30 17:00 - 18:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join our Sustainability Interest Group for a session exploring the impacts of climate change on New Zealand’s water systems. With water resources being vital to human survival, even short-term disruptions can have serious consequences.In this session, we’ll present an overview of the assumptions, methods, limitations, and regional-scale findings from a national assessment of climate change impacts on hydrological regimes in New Zealand. This work integrates the IPCC 5th climate projection ensemble for New Zealand with a pre-parameterised hydrological model to assess future water scenarios.Highlights include:– Case studies with some of the challenges associated with the use and interpretation of the datasets to inform water resource and hydrological extreme investigations– Insights into water resource planning and hydrological extremes– A review on expected differences associated with the use of IPCC 6th Assessment results.📅 Date: Tuesday 30 September🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM📍 Location: OnlineDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insight into the future of water in New Zealand under a changing climate.About our SpeakerDr Christian Zammit is a hydrologist with a MSc in small scale hydrology and PhD in Soil Physics (University Joseph Fourier- France). He works for NIWA, and his research interests include developing improved methods for making hydrological predictions in ungauged catchments, understanding the spatial variability in hydrological response through measurement, conceptualisation and modelling of surface water and groundwater flow across landscape and temporal scales, and uncertainty quantification in water resource and weather-related hazard management.

Social Investment and the role of actuaries - Sessional
2025-10-29 17:00 - 18:30
Social investment is a cornerstone of the Government’s approach to efficiently and effectively deliver and commission social services. It is about better enabling people, whānau, families, and communities to achieve outcomes and thrive, by using data, evidence and different ways of working. In this sessional meeting, Andrew Webber (Chief Economist) and Jenn Dobinson (Chief Technology Officer) from the Social Investment Agency will discuss the Social Investment approach and core challenges the agency is working on, including:Identifying with whom and how to intervene to deliver the biggest impact and value for moneyMonitoring and evaluating progress of social servicesProjecting long-term impacts of social servicesUsing AI tools to analyse social sector spending.We will discuss how the actuarial skillset can potentially help meet these challenges. Event DetailsDate: Wednesday 29 October 2025Time: 5-6:30pmLocations: Deloitte Wellington, Level 12/20 Customhouse Quay, Wellington CentralVirtual Option: YesPlease register to attend. Ngā mihiEvents CommitteeNew Zealand Society of Actuaries

NZSA | Financial Services Forum
2025-11-26 08:30 - 16:15 | Mövenpick Hotel Auckland, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
2025 Financial Services Forum: Innovation, Regulation & Risk in a Changing World

New Zealand Society of Actuaries
2025 Financial Services Forum: Innovation, Regulation & Risk in a Changing World
Date: Wednesday 26 November 2025, 8.30am-4.15pm
Venue: Rangitoto Brown Room, Mövenpick Hotel, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland
Forum Introduction
In an era of regulatory reform, climate volatility, rapid advances in data science, and shifting consumer expectations, the financial services sector is entering a new phase of transformation. The NZSA Financial Services Forum provides a vital platform for dialogue across industry, government, and the actuarial profession.
Bringing together regulators, insurers, reinsurers, academics, and financial services professionals, this year’s forum focuses on the key forces shaping the sector—from insurance regulation and conduct standards to the latest in genetic testing, climate risk, and AI-driven innovation.
Who Should Attend?

Actuaries and insurance professionals
Financial services leaders and strategists
Government regulators and policy advisors
Risk and compliance managers
Data, tech, and innovation specialists

Join the Conversation
The 2025 Financial Services Forum is a rare opportunity to engage with a diverse group of experts and stakeholders, working together to strengthen the future of New Zealand’s financial system. We look forward to welcoming you.
Programme (subject to change)
Morning Session: Regulatory Landscape and Evolving Risk Factors
8:30 AM – Registration and Networking Tea and Coffee
9:00 AM – Welcome and Opening Remarks
NZSA President, Lee-Ann du Toit
Setting the scene: the changing face of financial services, and the value of cross-sector collaboration in times of transformation.
9:15 AM – RBNZ Regulatory Update on IPSA
Annette Crequer, Manager Policy & Regulatory Stewardship, Neesha Morar, Advisor, Prudential Policy, Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Facilitated by Ben Coulter, Convenor, NZSA IPSA Working Group
An in-depth look at proposed changes under the Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act review, implications for insurers, and the process and path ahead for legislation, followed by Q&A.
9:45 AM – COFI and the Contracts of Insurance Act: What You Need to Know
Jane Brown, Head of Insurance, Financial Markets Authority
A focused session on compliance expectations under the Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) regime, and how the new Contracts of Insurance Act is reshaping disclosure obligations, fairness in product design, and consumer outcomes.
10:15 AM – Morning Tea
10:45 AM – Climate Change and Life Insurance: Global Perspectives and Local Impacts
Dr Andreas Armuss, Chief Medical Officer for the Asia-Pacific region, Munich Re – via MS Teams. Introduced and facilitated by Darren Fleming, Convenor NZSA Sustainability Interest Group.
A global reinsurer’s perspective on how climate change is influencing longevity, health, mortality, and morbidity risks—with a particular focus on Australia and insights from other regions such as Europe— and the critical steps New Zealand may need to take. Climate change and climate-related risks—including natural disasters and emerging infectious diseases—pose a complex challenge to human health globally. To remain resilient, life and health insurers must better understand the implications for underwriting, portfolio management, and claims, drawing lessons from international experiences while considering local adaptation strategies.
11:30 AM – Genetic Testing: Opportunities and Challenges for Insurers
Professor Andrew Shelling, University of Auckland, and Fay Sowerby, Chair of Breast Cancer Cure. This session will consider an insurer’s rights with regards to genetic test results. Andrew established “AGenDA” [Against Genomic Discrimination in Aotearoa] and Fay has worked alongside Andrew with that endeavor. AGenDA has called for a ban on insurers to be able to ask for and use genetic test results in life and health insurance underwriting decisions. Fay and Andrew will present their position and then take questions from the floor. We look forward to a session not to be missed.
12:30 PM – Networking Lunch
Afternoon Session: Technology, Transformation, and Emerging Trends
1:30 PM – AI in Life Insurance: Underwriting and Anti-Fraud Innovation
Seema Bangera, Chief Claims Officer at Fidelity Life, Mariette Van Niekerk, Director Trustworthy AI expert at Deloitte and Jamie Auld, Technical Claims Manager at AA Insurance.
A practical exploration of how artificial intelligence is transforming life insurance—from faster, smarter underwriting to enhanced fraud detection. Includes real-world case studies and discussion on responsible AI adoption.
2:15 PM – Reimaging TPD
Mark McClenahan, Head of Pricing Australia & New Zealand and Michael Paff, Head of Client Markets and Product at Swiss Re
Will present about the TPD experience in Australia. Has TPD had its day? In response to poor experience in Australia Swiss Re is supporting a severity based TPD product as a solution to the problem. Is a severity based product the answer? Will Australian experience be replicated in New Zealand? Swiss Re have recently announced they have paused new business activities in Australasia for life insurance until the market demonstrates a clear shift to sustainable product design, an unprecedented step. This session will surely be thought provoking and not to be missed.
3:00 PM – Voice of the Actuary : What’s on the Minds of Actuaries? Driving Change Through Data and Influence
Jenny Parker, Partner – Compliance, Risk, Legal & Actuarial, Convergence
Discover what today’s actuaries are really thinking. Drawing on fresh survey results and behavioural insights, this session explores how actuaries are shaping strategic decisions, guiding organisations through uncertainty, and using their unique skillsets to influence change in an increasingly complex world.
3:15 PM – Afternoon Tea
3:45 PM – Technology and Protection: Innovation at the Intersection
Featuring Neill Law, General Manager Operations, NZ Police Association. Introduced by Nathan Thomas, NZSA Council member
Digital innovation is reshaping how protection products are developed, underwritten, and delivered. This session spotlights the NZ Police Association’s new insurance and underwriting platform, a purpose-built solution designed to modernise risk assessment and enhance the insurance experience for members.
We’ll explore how this initiative reflects broader trends in digital transformation across insurance, including:
– Smarter, faster underwriting through technology
– Customised solutions for affinity groups
– The evolving role of actuaries in platform design and implementation
Join us to see how innovation in protection is setting the pace for the future of insurance.
4:15 PM – Closing Remarks and Key Takeaways
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM NZSA AGM, Followed by Networking Drinks

Annual General Meeting
2025-11-26 16:30 - 18:00
Registrations are now open for the Society’s Annual General MeetingWe’re pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the 2025 New Zealand Society of Actuaries (NZSA) Annual General Meeting, taking place on 26 November. You can join us in person in Auckland or online – full details are provided below.Date: Wednesday 26 NovemberTime: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (followed by networking drinks)Location: Mövenpick Hotel, Auckland and onlineVirtual Option: If you would like to attend virtually, please register via this link.The AGM follows the Financial Services Forum and takes place the evening before the General Insurance Forum.This year’s meeting will cover progress on the 2025–2026 Strategy, plans for 2026, and proposed changes to rules and subscriptions.Meeting papers and proxy forms will be sent out in early November.Kind regardsLee-Ann du ToitPresident

NZSA - Informal AA Forum Dinner
2025-11-26 19:00 - 21:00
Next session: Instead of a quarterly half day session, we are planning an informal AA and delegate dinner after the NZSA AGM (private/quiet room, pay your own way).Location – Ortolana, 33 Tyler Street, Britomart, Auckland CentralTime – 7pm

NZSA | General Insurance Seminar
2025-11-27 08:30 - 16:30 | Mövenpick Hotel Auckland, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
2025 General Insurance Forum: From Perils to Preparedness: Leadership, Risk and Resilience

New Zealand Society of Actuaries
2025 General Insurance Forum: From Perils to Preparedness: Leadership, Risk and Resilience
Date: Thursday 27 November, 8.30am-4.30pm, followed by networking drinks
Venue: Rangitoto Brown Room, Mövenpick Hotel, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland
Forum Introduction
As New Zealand grapples with the increasing complexity of natural hazard risk, climate volatility, cyber threats, and rising cost pressures, the general insurance sector faces critical decisions at boardroom, operational, and regulatory levels.
The NZSA 2025 General Insurance Forum brings together insurance leaders, actuaries, risk professionals, government agencies, and strategic advisors to examine the most pressing challenges and emerging innovations shaping the industry. This year’s forum offers a boardroom-level perspective on emerging risks, in-depth sessions on climate and cyber insurance, and diverse stakeholder views on solvency, disclosure, and the evolving financial response to disasters.
From strategic decision-making and capital management to risk modelling and sustainability reporting, this forum is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, share cross-sector insights, and support better outcomes for the sector and the communities it serves. This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and lead.
Who Should Attend?

General insurance actuaries and pricing specialists
Risk and capital modelling professionals
Reinsurers and catastrophe modellers
Insurance company directors and executives
Government regulators and policy advisors
Climate risk and disaster finance experts

Join Us
The NZSA 2025 General Insurance Forum is where strategic insight meets actuarial expertise. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with leaders, challenge assumptions, and contribute to the future of general insurance in New Zealand.
Programme (subject to change)
Morning Session: Strategic Direction and Systemic Risk
8:30 AM – Registration and networking tea and coffee
9:00 AM – Welcome and Opening Remarks
Greg Bird, NZSA Vice President
Setting the scene: the growing complexity of risk—climate volatility, cyber threats, and cost pressures—and the critical decisions facing the general insurance sector.
9:10 AM – View from the Boardroom: Emerging Issues for General Insurers
Panel Discussion hosted by Scott Lewis, NZSA Council and Immediate Past President
Directors: Mary-Jane Daly, Craig Stobo and Kate Armstrong
A candid conversation with senior insurance leaders and directors about the shifting general insurance landscape.
Topics include:

Key boardroom decisions in the face of climate, cyber, and cost volatility
Evolving stakeholder expectations
How actuaries can shape strategic direction and improve foresight

10:00 AM – Voice of the Actuary : What’s on the Minds of Actuaries? Driving Change Through Data and Influence
Jenny Parker, Partner – Compliance, Risk, Legal & Actuarial, Convergence
Discover what today’s actuaries are really thinking. Drawing on fresh survey results and behavioural insights, this session explores how actuaries are shaping strategic decisions, guiding organisations through uncertainty, and using their unique skillsets to influence change in an increasingly complex world.
10:15 AM – Morning Tea – Sponsored by Taylor Fry
10.45 AM – Medical Claims Inflation: Where to Next?
Anagha Pasche, Convenor NZSA Health Committee
An expert discussion on the drivers of medical claims inflation—from treatment costs and frequency trends to demographic change and technological advancements. Includes insurer, reinsurer and public sector perspectives.
11.25 AM – Disaster Risk Financing and the Future of Resilience Funding
Nico Pondard, PCRIC, World Bank
A fascinating and personal session on innovative disaster risk financing strategies, including public-private partnerships, resilience bonds, and sovereign insurance pools.
12:15 PM – Networking Lunch – Sponsored by Finity
Afternoon Session: Affordability, Accessibility, Resilience, and the Actuarial Response
1:15 PM – Beyond Natural Perils: Buyouts and the Future of Risk Reduction
Kris Faafoi, Chief Executive, ICNZ
Exploring managed retreat, property buyouts, and community-level resilience planning. How insurers, regulators, and local government can co-design fair and effective solutions.
2:00 PM – Where Are Climate Disclosures Headed? Insights from the XRB and Industry Experts
Dr Amelia Sharman, Director Sustainability Reporting, XRB and NZSA XRB Climate Related Disclosures Working Group
Get the latest from the External Reporting Board (XRB) on the future direction of mandatory climate-related disclosures under the Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards. Then, join a discussion exploring the real-world challenges of implementation, what’s expected of insurers, and how actuaries can drive robust, future-focused climate reporting.
2:45 PM – Afternoon Tea – Sponsored by Taylor Fry
3:00 PM – Unpacking IFRS 17: What It Means for Public Sector Entities
Richard Korte, Head of Performance and Analytics and Roshane Samarasekera, Senior Actuary, ACC
IFRS 17 is often discussed in the context of private insurers—but what about the public sector? Join this eye-opening session as representatives from ACC share their behind-the-scenes experiences navigating one of the most significant accounting standard changes in a generation. Discover the unexpected challenges, lessons learned, and real-world impacts of IFRS 17 on public entities that are rarely part of the mainstream conversation.
3:45 PM – Cyber Insurance Deep Dive: Risk, Modelling and Market Pressures
Win-Li Toh, Principal, Taylor Fry
A comprehensive look at cyber risk exposure, underwriting challenges, claims trends, and how insurers are rethinking pricing and accumulation risk in an increasingly digital world.
4:20 PM – Closing Remarks
NZSA General Insurance Committee
4:30 PM – Networking Drinks

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NZSA | Christmas Lunches - Auckland and Wellington
2025-12-09 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for a festive celebration filled with great food and even better company!

🎄 You’re Invited to the Annual NZSA Christmas Lunches! 🎄
Join us for a festive celebration filled with great food and even better company! This is a wonderful opportunity to catch up with each other one last time before a well-earned break over the Christmas/New Year period.
Tickets are $45 per person and $20 per person for NZSA volunteers, which covers your 2-course (or equivalent) meal and first drink over lunch. Any other drinks can be paid for separately at the restaurant.
NZSA volunteers include anyone who has been part of an NZSA committee or otherwise volunteered for the NZSA during the past 12 months. Please ensure you select the correct ticket type when registering.
🗓 Date: Tuesday 9th December
🕛 Time: 12pm to 2pm
📍 Locations:
Auckland: Saint Alice, 1/204 Quay Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010
Wellington: A High Dining, 122 Wakefield Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
RSVP now to secure your spot – tickets are limited!

Generative AI in Injury and Disability Schemes Webinar
2026-03-03 14:00 - 16:00
The Actuaries Institute is hosting a session on the use of generative AI in Australian injury and disability schemes. Drawing on collaborative research from scheme actuaries and industry leaders, the presentation explores real-world applications of AI in scheme processes, operational efficiency and fraud detection, as well as the ethical and regulatory considerations around its use. The presentation will also highlight key opportunities for actuaries to lead in this space, by applying actuarial rigour, advancing ethical data use, and helping shape sustainable, transparent, and human-centred systems. To register email the events teams at events@actuaries.asn.au and mention that you are an NZSA member wishing to virtually attend the Generative AI session on 3 March 2026. Presented by: Niki Appleton, Meg Yang and Ean ChanDate: 3 March 2026Time: 2-4pm (NZ time)Cost: No charge for NZSA membersMore info at: https://www.actuaries.asn.au/whats-on/event/3354

Appointed Actuaries Forum 25 March: Preparing for IPSA, FCRs, and Emerging Standards – Register Now (for AAs and delegates)
2026-03-25 11:00 - 14:00
We’re delighted to invite you to the first AA Forum event for 2026 for AAs and their NZSA-member delegates.This forum will have a particular focus on the upcoming IPSA changes and subsequent RBNZ Standards. These are likely to dramatically impact FCRs and introduce new requirements such as own-risk solvency assessments. This is an important session to start understanding and influencing these changes. We’ll also hold a panel discussion on professional development, judgement and ethics for AAs and aspiring AAs – and hold a Q&A on current issues and emerging challenges. This is a ticketed event with a small registration fee.When: Wednesday 25 March, NZT 11am-2pmWhere: Online (Zoom)Who: This is for AAs and delegatesThe agenda will cover:– Key points on the IPSA amendments and exposure draft– Update on NZSA’s IPSA response– RBNZ led discussion on Financial Condition Reports (FCRs): Short-term: RBNZ response to the forum feedback around FCRs Longer-term: likely direction under IPSA and feedback sought– Panel discussion – exploring professional development, judgement, and ethics– Hot topics – current issues and emerging challengesEach of the sessions is designed to be interactive and will include opportunity for Q&A and discussion.We’ll also send a calendar invitation shortly. Register now – we look forward to seeing you there.

Launch of the NZSA Climate Action Plan | Inside Carbon Markets webinar
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:15
The NZSA Council and Sustainability Interest Group (SIG) invite members to a webinar exploring the NZSA Climate Action Plan, the follow-on to our 2024 Climate Statement — alongside a guest presentation from Dr Sapumal Ahangama entitled Inside Carbon Markets: How Climate Finance is Being Structured Globally.This webinar covers practical insights on carbon credits, including emerging frameworks and their relevance to members and the sectors we influence.About our presenter Dr. Sapumal Ahangama is the Managing Director and Co-Founder of Xeptagon, a climate-fintech company developing digital infrastructure for carbon markets and environmental assets. He also serves as a Developer Consultant to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in New York, where he supports the development of national carbon registry systems and climate market infrastructure across multiple countries. Sapumal has worked on carbon market design and implementation in countries including Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, focusing on Article 6 mechanisms, emissions trading systems, and digital MRV frameworks. He holds a PhD in Data Science from the National University of Singapore (NUS), with research focused on artificial intelligence and statistical modelling. Prior to this, he worked at LSEG Technology (London Stock Exchange Group), developing clearing and financial market systems. His work sits at the intersection of climate finance, digital infrastructure, and global carbon markets.Register now to be part of the discussion.

Enterprise Risk Management presentation & discussion: Wellington
2026-04-21 16:30 - 17:30
Dear Members,The NZSA Enterprise Risk Management Committee has recently released its second Enterprise Risk Management report for the insurance industry, following the inaugural report in 2022.The purpose of the report is to understand the current state of risk management practices within the industry, what progress has been made since the 2022 report, and where the industry considers improvements are required.We invite members to attend a sessional where the ERM Committee will present the key insights and themes, followed by questions and open discussion with attendees.Session details Wellington: 21 April | 4:30–5:30pm EY, Level 2, 40 Bowen StreetThe session will highlight key findings and provide an opportunity to discuss the evolving risk management landscape within the insurance industry.We hope you can join us for what promises to be an engaging and informative discussion, with refreshments to follow.Register now to be part of the discussion.

Enterprise Risk Management presentation & discussion: Auckland
2026-04-22 16:30 - 17:30
Dear Members,The NZSA Enterprise Risk Management Committee has recently released its second Enterprise Risk Management report for the insurance industry, following the inaugural report in 2022.The purpose of the report is to understand the current state of risk management practices within the industry, what progress has been made since the 2022 report, and where the industry considers improvements are required.We invite members to attend a sessional where the ERM Committee will present the key insights and themes, followed by questions and open discussion with attendees.Session details Auckland: 22 April | 4:30–5:30pm AIA, 74 Taharoto Road, TakapunaThe session will highlight key findings and provide an opportunity to discuss the evolving risk management landscape within the insurance industry.We hope you can join us for what promises to be an engaging and informative discussion, with refreshments to follow.Register now to be part of the discussion.

NZSA 2026-27 Strategy & Priorities: Member Sessional - Wellington
2026-04-30 16:30 - 18:30
Join us 30 April in Wellington for our first member sessional of the year, where NZSA’s Council and CE will present our 2026/27 strategy and priorities.We’ll share updates on our three strategic priorities — Excellence, Influence and Community — and outline how we’re supporting members through professional development, richer engagement, and improved digital platforms. We’ll also highlight initiatives for students and the future pipeline to ensure long-term sustainability of the profession.The session will include updates, key themes, discussion, and Q&A, followed by drinks and networking. Members are encouraged to submit discussion topics or feedback by 10 April to helen.mexted@acuaries.org.nzSession details:Wellington: Chubb – Level 22, Majestic Centre 100 Willis St, Wellington CentralRegister now to be part of shaping the Society’s focus for 2026-27.

NZSA 2026-27 Strategy & Priorities: Member Sessional - Auckland/Hybrid
2026-05-05 16:30 - 18:30
Join us 5 May in Auckland or Online for our first member sessional of the year, where NZSA’s Council and CE will present our 2026/27 strategy and priorities.We’ll share updates on our three strategic priorities — Excellence, Influence and Community — and outline how we’re supporting members through professional development, richer engagement, and improved digital platforms. We’ll also highlight initiatives for students and the future pipeline to ensure long-term sustainability of the profession.The session will include updates, key themes, discussion, and Q&A, followed by drinks and networking. Members are encouraged to submit discussion topics or feedback by 10 April to helen.mexted@acuaries.org.nzSession details:Auckland/Hybrid: 4.30–6.30pm, 5 May – EY, Level 9, 2 Takutai Square/OnlineRegister now to be part of shaping the Society’s focus for 2026-27.

NZSA | Post-exam celebration drinks - Auckland
2026-05-14 17:30 - 19:00
Join the NZSA Student Committee for a relaxed evening of drinks and good company as we mark the end of the April exams!Whether you’re feeling great or just glad it’s finally over, come along to unwind and connect with fellow students before the results roll in.Auckland14 May 2026 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmVenue: Dr Rudi’s, Level 2/204 Quay Street, Auckland CBD

NZSA | Post-exam celebration drinks - Wellington
2026-05-15 17:30 - 19:00
Join the NZSA Student Committee for a relaxed evening of drinks and good company as we mark the end of the April exams! Whether you’re feeling great or just glad it’s finally over, come along to unwind and connect with fellow students before the results roll in.Wellington15 May 2026 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmVenue: Huxleys – 34 Bowen Street, Pipitea, Wellington.Please RSVP to confirm your attendance and select the correct ticket for your location.

NZSA | Professional Skills Training event - Auckland
2026-06-02 17:00 - 18:30
We are delighted to invite all members to our first NZSA professionalism skills training events for 2026.

This in-person workshop is brought to you by an experienced actuary and will help you to meet the professionalism components of your CPD. Catherine will use IFoA training materials and cover the professionalism requirements you need to meet under the NZSA Code of Conduct.
🗓 Date: Tuesday 2 June
🕛 Time: 5.00pm – 6.30pm
📍 Location: 18 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland CBD
About the facilitator:
Catherine Robertson-Hodder is an AIA qualified actuary. Cath joined the KPMG partnership in October 2024 to lead the firm’s actuarial practice. She joined the New Zealand firm after 16 years at KPMG Australia within the actuarial and insurance risk team, prior to which she worked in insurance organisations on both sides of the Tasman.
We look forward to seeing you there!

NZSA | Professional Skills Training event - Wellington
2026-06-02 17:00 - 18:30
We are delighted to invite all members to our first NZSA professionalism skills training events for 2026.

This in-person workshop is brought to you by an experienced actuary and will help you to meet the professionalism components of your CPD. Richard will use IFoA training materials and cover the professionalism requirements you need to meet under the NZSA Code of Conduct.
🗓 Date: Tuesday 2 June
🕛 Time: 5.00pm – 6.30pm
📍 Location: ACC Justice Centre, 19 Aitken Street, Wellington.
About the facilitator:
Richard Korte is an IFoA qualified actuary. He has spent his career working across life, health and social insurance in both NZ and UK. He joined ACC in 2018 and currently Head of Performance and Analytics trying to ensure the scheme remains financially sustainable for future generations
We look forward to seeing you there!

Appointed Actuaries Forum 24 June - Auckland
2026-06-24 08:30 - 16:30 | Mövenpick Hotel Auckland, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
Shaping the Future — Regulation, Affordability, and Innovation

When: Wednesday 24 June, | 8.30am to 4.30pm (followed by networking drinks)
Where: Mövenpick Hotel, 8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD
Who: AAs and delegates, NZSA members, government agencies, regulators, directors and executives of licensed NZ insurers, industry bodies

Forum Introduction
The 2026 Appointed Actuaries Forum one-day event brings together senior voices across from regulation, government, and industry to examine the issues that matter most—and to explore how actuaries can exercise greater influence in addressing them.
Structured around three defining themes—regulatory transformation, insurance affordability, and artificial intelligence—this one-day Forum is designed to support high-quality discussion, practical insight, and stronger alignment across the sector.
Why this one-day event is a must-attend attend

Regulation is evolving — IPSA developments will reshape expectations and practice
Affordability is under pressure — raising strategic and societal questions
Technology is accelerating — AI is changing how decisions are made

This is a forum for informed, candid, and forward-looking discussion—and an opportunity to learn, evolve, and strengthen your influence at the highest levels of decision-making.
Who should attend

Appointed Actuaries and delegates, and NZSA members
Regulators and government
Directors, executives, and industry stakeholders

Programme (subject to change)
8.30am – Coffee, Registration and Networking
A chance to connect early with peers, regulators, and industry leaders before the day begins.
9:00 AM – Welcome & opening remarks
NZSA President, Lee-Ann du Toit
Setting the scene: Appointed Actuaries and their teams are navigating an increasingly urgent set of challenges—strategic transformation, regulatory change, insurance affordability, and AI—key themes for the day ahead.
9:15 AM – Reserve Bank of New Zealand Regulatory update
David Wild, Head Actuary and Sarah Nash, Manager Risk Specialists
A forward-looking briefing on the Reserve Bank’s insurance regulatory priorities, including IPSA, and how they connect to wider RBNZ strategy, and what AAs and their teams should expect next. A high-value session for anyone wanting clarity on the direction of travel.

Part 1: IPSA – a changing regulatory landscape
09:45 AM – NZSA IPSA working group update
Ben Coulter, Convenor and the IPSA Working Group
A concise briefing on the Working Group’s top-line insights, highlighting the most material issues emerging from the legislation and what they mean in practice.
10.15 AM – CRO & AA relationship: Two Lines, One Goal: CRO & Appointed Actuary in Action
Gavin Pearce, AA at Vero, Marco Welgemoed, AA at AIA and Ben Lovelock CRO at AIA
Clarity, accountability, impact sit at the heart of effective risk management. Within evolving risk and regulatory frameworks, this session provides an inside look at how Chief Risk Officers and Appointed Actuaries work together at New Zealand’s largest insurers. The session brings real-world examples of what strong aligned risk and actuarial functions look like—and what happens when it’s missing. Expect candid insights, practical lessons, and perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else.
The discussion will cover:
• How CROs and AAs collaborate to drive strong risk management outcomes
• The evolving roles of first and second line functions
• Governance structures that support clarity and accountability
• Opportunities to strengthen alignment as regulatory expectations rise
10:45 AM – Interactive Q&A and Discussion
Panel discussion and questions from the floor to our Panel: Ben Coulter, Convenor IPSA Working Group, David Wild, Head Actuary, RBNZ, Gavin Pearce, AA at Vero, Marco Welgemoed, AA, AIA and Ben Lovelock CRO, AIA. Facilitated by Ross Simmonds, AA Forum Committee.
The discussion will include a forward-looking view on how IPSA and subsequent standards could reshape the role of the Appointed Actuary—exploring key implications and the dynamic between the CRO and Appointed Actuary.

11:15am – Morning tea

Part 2: Insurance Affordability
11.30am-12noon – Regulatory perspective on affordability: CoFR’s Insurance Affordability Review
Jane Brown, member CoFR Working Group and Head of Insurance, FMA
A look at the process and early insights emerging from the Council of Financial Regulators’ review of insurance affordability.
12:00 PM – When Should Government Intervene—and How?
A practical framework for determining if, when, and how government intervention is warranted
Daniel Stoner, Convenor and NZSA Affordability & Accessibility Working Group
This session hosted by the NZSA Working Group provides an overview of its work to date on developing a practical, evidence‑informed framework for assessing government intervention in home insurance. The framework draws on international experience and real‑world policy applications, with the aim of supporting more consistent and transparent decision‑making across policy contexts.
The intention of the session is to outline the key concepts and design considerations and invite feedback to inform the next stage of the Working Group’s work. While the focus of the group is currently on home insurance, given the government review, it may subsequently consider affordability and accessibility of other insurance classes.
12:30 PM – Rising health insurance premiums — RBNZ case study discussion
Christina Grygiel, Manager Banking and Insurance Supervision
A focused discussion on RBNZ’s review findings, industry responses, and what rising premiums mean for affordability, sustainability, and regulatory expectations.

1:00 PM – Networking Lunch

1:45 PM – Industry Panel – Issues and Priorities

Our panellists include:

Kirk Hope, Chief Executive, Financial Services Council
Kris Faafoi, Chief Executive, Insurance Council of NZ
Michael Hewes, Director – Deposit Taking, Insurance, and Advice, FMA
Facilitated by Cath Robertson-Hodder, NZSA Council member

A high-energy panel bringing together leaders from across the sector to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities shaping general, life, and health insurance. Expect a wide-ranging conversation on resilience, long-term sustainability, regulatory direction, and the advocacy priorities that will shape the next decade.

Part 3: Artificial Intelligence in Insurance
2:30 PM – Actuary Optional? Thriving in the Age of AI
Adam Follington, Founder, Actuate | Will White, Director, Modelling AI, Aon | Matt Noyce, Founder & Actuary, MNC Actuaries
The machines can model. They can reason. They’re learning to communicate. So what exactly is left for the actuary?
This provocative session blends global insight with frontline experience. From building an AI-native actuarial consultancy to developing GenAI model-building tools, Adam and Will bring hard-won, frontline experience to the questions the profession can’t afford to ignore. Drawing on his recent role on the US Society of Actuaries’ Actuarial Mindsets for Leading in the AI Era panel, Will adds a global perspective on how actuaries should approach and use AI.
A must-attend, this session is about the mindset shift for actuaries who want to stay relevant, influential and ahead of the curve—and sets the stage for the Forum discussion that follows.

3:30 PM – Afternoon Tea

3:45 PM – AI: Chatham House discussion
An interactive session, held under Chatham House Rule, will enable participants to explore the opportunities, risks, and challenges of AI in an open and candid environment. Questions covering a range of sectors will surface insights that will help shape how the profession responds to AI—both now and in the years ahead.
4:20 PM – Close, Followed by networking drinks and canapés

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Sessional Meeting on IPSA Amendment Bill Exposure Draft
2026-06-29 12:00 - 13:00
Dear Members,We invite all members to attend a sessional meeting to review, ask questions and discuss the exposure draft of the IPSA Amendment Bill.This session will provide an overview of the proposed amendments and an opportunity to share your views as part of the consultation process. Member feedback will play an important role in informing the Society’s response, with submissions are due by 28 August Date: Monday 29 June Time: 12:00–1:00pm Format: OnlineThe RBNZ consultation paper and the exposure draft is here.If you have questions or topics you would like covered during the session, please send to submissions@actuaries.org.nz.We encourage all members with an interest in the proposed changes to attend and contribute to the NZSA’s submission.

Ethics and Professionalism APAC Seminar
2026-07-22 15:00 - 17:40
The landscape of ethics and professionalism continues to shift rapidly across the region, shaped by emerging technologies and AI, evolving regulatory expectations, and an increasingly interconnected APAC marketplace. The 2026 Seminar responds directly to these realities — bringing together actuaries across APAC to share perspectives, debate live issues, and strengthen the professional standards that underpin our collective credibility.Fore more information, please visit the registration link below.

NZSA Presidential Presentations, Winter Dinner and Awards - Auckland & Wellington 2026
2026-07-29 16:30 - 2026-07-30 21:00
Dear Members, Get a group from work together and get your tickets now for the 2026 Presidential Presentations, Winter Dinners and NZSA Awards! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Society members and celebrate achievements with the annual NZSA Awards.We look forward to seeing many of you there! 📍 Wednesday 29 July – Auckland – Register Here for Auckland📍 Thursday 30 July – Wellington – Register Here for WellingtonWe’re thrilled to welcome Scott Reeves, President of the Actuaries Institute and Elayne Grace, CEO Actuaries Institute, joining us alongside NZSA President Lee-Ann du Toit and NZSA Chief Executive Helen Mexted. Together, we’ll share insights into key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the actuarial profession.The format of the event:4.30-5.30pm: Joint presentations by NZSA and the Actuaries Institute5.30-6.40pm: Drinks and canapés6.50-8.45pm: Winter Dinner and Awards (The Alcott in Auckland, Apache in Wellington)Members can register for one, two or all three parts of the evening – please choose the appropriate ticket type and location.Dinner tickets are $75 for members, including welcome drinks and a two-course meal. Additional beverages can be purchased at the venue. Partners are warmly invited to join us for dinner, and partner tickets are $89. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear from leaders of the New Zealand and Australian actuarial communities, celebrate members’ outstanding contributions, and reconnect with your peers. We’re delighted to partner with the Actuaries Institute, and we look forward to an evening that’s both informative and enjoyable.We look forward to welcoming you! Lee-Ann du Toit, PresidentHelen Mexted, Chief ExecutiveNZSA Event Committee

Webinar: Engineering Meets Actuarial Science
2026-08-25 12:00 - 13:00
Dear members,Please join us for a webinar with Tonkin + Taylor, consulting engineers, exploring how engineering and actuarial expertise can contribute to New Zealand’s natural hazard and resilience challenges.Date: Tuesday, 25 AugustTime: 12.00–1.00 pm (presentation begins at 12.10 pm)Where: Online (Zoom)Hosted by the General Insurance Committee, this webinar will be presented by James Russell and Dr Maxim Millen of Tonkin + Taylor.The session will introduce the engineering perspective on natural hazard risk, highlighting where engineering and actuarial expertise intersect. Using examples such as the Canterbury Earthquake Sequence and the recently released National Liquefaction Model, the presenters will demonstrate how engineering insights are helping shape understanding of risk and resilience.The session will also explore how combining engineering and actuarial perspectives can support better decision-making for insurers, government, and communities. The webinar is intended to start a conversation about areas of shared interest between the actuarial and engineering professions including meaningful research and practical tools for communities that support decision -making. Depending on member interest, it may lead to future collaborative initiatives aligned with the NZSA Strategy.Whether you’re interested in natural hazards, climate resilience, insurance risk or working across disciplines, we encourage you to join what promises to be an insightful discussion. We look forward to seeing you there.Clinton FreemanConvenor, General Insurance Committee

Navigating Complexity: Practical Tools for Better Decisions
2026-09-23 11:00 - 14:00
Dear membersRegistrations are now open for the September AA Forum online meeting – all members are invited to attend.At the recent June one-day AA Forum, we explored three defining themes shaping the future of the profession — regulatory transformation, insurance affordability, and artificial intelligence. A common thread across these discussions was the increasing complexity and interconnectedness of the environments in which actuaries operate.The 23 September Forum builds on this discussion by exploring how complexity thinking can help actuaries make better decisions in an environment of rapid change and uncertainty. We’ll hear from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand on its emerging focus on complexity and interconnectedness before our guest speaker, Steven McCrone, Managing Director of AGLX Asia-Pacific, shares practical tools and techniques to help actuaries strengthen decision-making, resilience and adaptive capability. We’ll also get a report back on NZSA’s IPSA submission, plus a rapid-fire session on hot topics. When: Wednesday 23 September 2026, 11.00 am–2.00 pm NZT Where: Online Who: NZSA members and invited guestsThis is a ticketed event with a small registration fee.The agenda will cover:11-11.10am: Welcome and key themes and takeout from the June AA Forum – Adam Follington, AA Forum Committee11.10-11.20am: Introduction to RBNZ’s focus on Complexity and Interconnectedness – David Wild, RBNZ11.20am–12.20pm: Applied Complexity: Practical Tools for Better Decisions, Q&A and Discussion – Steven McCrone12.20-12.30pm: 10-minute break12.30-1.15pm: Report back on NZSA’s IPSA submission, Q&A and Discussion – Ben Coulter, IPSA Working Group1.15-2pm: Hot topics and member discussion – Adam FollingtonEach session is designed to be interactive and will include opportunities for discussion and Q&A.If you have topics you’d like us to cover, please email adam@actuate.nz.Kind regards,Adam FollingtonConvenor, AA Forum CommitteeAbout our presenter

Steven McCrone

is Managing Director of AGLX Asia-Pacific and an internationally recognised expert in adaptive strategy and organisational resilience. Drawing on his experience in bomb disposal with the New Zealand Army, Steve has spent his career helping organisations navigate uncertainty and adapt to change. He developed the AGLX Adaptive Strategy approach, teaches Adaptive Strategy at the University of Auckland, and has worked with organisations around the world on complex systems, risk management and innovation.

NZSA Conference: ChCh…Changes: Adapting, Evolving, Leading
2026-11-22 00:00 - 2026-11-25 23:59
The New Zealand Society of Actuaries conference will be hosted at the Christchurch Town Hall in Ōtautahi, Christchurch from Sunday 22 – Wednesday 25 November 2026 The theme is ChCh…Changes: Adapting, Evolving, Leading.Please visit the official conference website for further information.
