Kia ora koutou,

Not that anyone's counting, but there are only 67 days until Christmas. Before the festive season takes over every calendar and inbox, we've got plenty of opportunities to connect, learn and finish the year strong.

If you've ever thought about becoming more involved with CA ANZ, keep an eye on your inbox. On 22 October, members will receive information about opportunities to serve on a range of governance groups, including vacancies on our Lower North Island Local Committees. It's a great way to contribute to the profession, build your network and have a voice in your local member community.

For our audit community, we're also excited to launch the New Zealand Audit Seminar on 17 November. Developed specifically for New Zealand auditors, the programme will cover service performance reporting, risk assessment, quality management and ethics, with practical insights you can take straight back to the workplace.

On the other side of the coin, our flagship Tax Conference is also fast approaching on 19-20 November, both in Wellington and online. If tax is your specialty, this is the must-attend event of the year, delivering the latest updates, expert analysis and practical tools, with up to 24 CPD hours available.

And don't forget our Wellington Half Day Summit at the end of this month. There are still places available if you'd like to hear from Wellington Mayor Andrew Little, alongside expert updates on the economy, AI and the outlook for our region.

Whether you're looking to build your network, deepen your technical knowledge, give back to the profession, or stay ahead of emerging trends, there are plenty of opportunities to make the most of the next 67 days. You'll find more information on these events and opportunities below.

Ngā mihi,

Aaron Thompson 
Lower North Island Regional Manager