The New Zealand Liability Conference is designed to equip insurance professionals with practical insights and tools to navigate the evolving liability risk landscape.

This year’s program features a mix of keynote presentations, case studies, and panel discussions covering a wide range of issues, including:

• Navigating claims, disputes, and litigation risks in a changing market
• Leveraging AI for fraud detection, and cyber threats in liability insurance
• Understanding employment law updates and economic insights
• Assessing emerging risks such as product liability and lithium-ion batteries
• Mastering difficult conversations and dispute resolution

Attendees will hear from leading voices in law, insurance, and economics, including:

• Kris Faafoi: Chief Executive, Insurance Council of New Zealand (ICNZ)
• David Friar: Barrister, Mills Lane Chambers
• Amanda Halfacree: Head of Financial and Professional Risk, Gallagher
• Megan Howe: Head of Claims, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
• Dr. Grant Lester: Retired Forensic Psychiatrist
• Rob Merkin: Special Counsel, Duncan Cotterill
• Campbell McKenzie: Director, Forensic and Cyber, Incident Response Solutions
• Todd O’Donoghue: Principal Forensic Investigator, Halliwell
• Janene Paki: National Lead, Financial Adjusting Services, McLarens
• Rebecca Scott: Partner, Wotton  Kearney
• Nick Tuffley: Chief Economist, ASB Bank

Presenting on the topic of cyber risk, Campbell McKenzie highlights the importance of staying up to date on developing challenges.

“Every fraud or cyber incident tells a digital story — but it’s rarely straightforward. The real challenge in electronic investigations isn’t just finding the data, it’s proving what matters. In liability cases, that difference can mean everything.”

Katrina Shanks, CEO of ANZIIF, says: “We’re proud to present such a strong program for the 2025 New Zealand Liability Conference. With so many shifts in the liability space, this event will provide the insights and practical knowledge professionals need to stay ahead.”

The New Zealand Liability Conference will be held at the Hilton in Auckland, on Thursday the 29th of May, with the option for attendees to join online.

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Neil Cousins

The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is delighted to announce the panellists for ANZIIF’s New Zealand Business Breakfast.

This assembly of experts and leaders promises a dynamic exchange of ideas and solutions.

Among this cohort, is Neil Cousins, CEO of Steadfast New Zealand, who is set to contribute his insights into the intricate climate issues confronting the industry.

“Emerging risk is a very important area for all insurers, but we already know about the biggest risk we face as a species,” says Cousins.

He calls for the industry’s concerted effort to address change and mitigate hazards from inadequately constructed housing in vulnerable regions.

Taking place on 14 September at Cordis, Auckland, as well as streamed live online, the panel discussion will include a diverse range of views from industry experts, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges ahead for the New Zealand Insurance Industry.

Meet the Panel:

• Amanda Halfacree (Moderator): Deputy Head of Financial & Professional Risks and Group Broking Manager, Corporate Wellington, Crombie Lockwood
• Neil Cousins: Chief Executive Officer, Steadfast New Zealand
• Dean Garrod: Managing Director, McLarens
• Glynn Howell: Executive Manager of Commercial & Personal Lines Distribution, NZ
• Petra Lucioli: Group Claims Manager, Delta Insurance

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