IIA NZ Conference 2025

Premier Sponsor

Thank You for Celebrating 40 Years of Excellence with Us

The IIA NZ 40th Anniversary Conference 2025 has now concluded and was held on Wednesday 5 November and Thursday 6 November 2025 at the notable Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, specifically in the Oceania Room.

Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the IIA NZ 40th Anniversary Conference 2025, delegates (online and in-person), speakers, panellists, partners, volunteers, and supporters. Your energy, insights, and commitment helped make this milestone event an inspiring success.

A special thank you to all those who travelled from across Aotearoa and overseas to be part of this celebration. Your presence added a truly global dimension to our 40th Anniversary and strengthened the professional bonds that connect us across borders.

We also extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsors and partners, including Premier Sponsor – Diligent, and Deloitte, KPMG, PwC, EY, DataSnipper, and Workiva whose generous support and collaboration helped bring this event to life. Your ongoing commitment to advancing the internal audit profession in New Zealand and in the Pacific is deeply valued.

Visit our Conference 2025 Photo Galleries below to explore photo highlights from Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and Parliament, and revisit key moments from an unforgettable week celebrating the strength and future of our profession.

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Coming Soon:
IIA NZ Conference 2026

Sub Events: Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Main Event dates: Wednesday 4 – Thursday 5 November 2026

Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Auckland, New Zealand

In 2026, join us in Auckland, "City of Sails", to continue to acknowledge our legacy, and look ahead to the Internal Audit profession’s role in driving governance, ethics, resilience, and innovation across organisations in Aotearoa and the Pacific.

The 2026 Conference will be a memorable gathering of internal audit leaders, risk professionals, and governance champions from across New Zealand and beyond. Packed with powerful speakers, topical insights, and high-impact conversations, this event is not to be missed.

Registrations open at the end of May 2026.

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Gala Dinner

Day One

Day Two

The future of internal audit is being shaped by evolving stakeholder expectations, regulatory reforms, and a greater emphasis on transparency and ethical leadership. This conference will focus on how internal auditors can elevate their impact by reinforcing governance structures, improving risk oversight, and cultivating a culture of accountability and integrity.

The conference will provide attendees with key insights into:

The future of corporate governance and the internal auditor’s role in fostering ethical leadership and organisational transparency.
The evolving landscape of risk management, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, regulatory developments, and geopolitical risks.
Strengthening stakeholder trust through enhanced assurance processes, ethical decision-making, and effective risk communication.
The increased emphasis on the importance of the revised Global Internal Audit Standards and adapting to the evolving topical requirements.
The challenges of navigating ethical dilemmas and ensuring responsible business practices in a complex global environment.

As organisations continue to adapt to emerging risks and uncertainties, the internal audit profession must evolve to meet these new demands. This conference will explore how internal auditors can position themselves as forward-thinking leaders, influencing governance, risk management, and business strategy at the highest levels. It will also provide a platform to honour the legacy of internal audit in New Zealand, recognising the professionals who have driven industry growth and innovation over the past four decades.

With 40 years of excellence in internal audit, IIA NZ remains committed to supporting the next generation of auditors in driving innovation, accountability, and resilience within their organisations. Whether you are an experienced professional or just beginning your career in internal audit, this conference will equip you with the tools and insights needed to strengthen governance, enhance trust, and shape a future built on integrity and excellence.

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of impact, honour our profession’s legacy, and chart the course for the future of internal audit in New Zealand. Through thought-provoking discussions, expert-led sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities, this conference will empower internal auditors to navigate the evolving complexities of governance, trust, and accountability with confidence and purpose.