Deloitte presents: The Public Sector Reset - How digital and AI are reshaping the foundations of government

Public sector leaders are navigating rising expectations, constrained resources and rapid technological change. Digital and AI offer significant opportunities to transform how government works, but real impact depends on how these tools are applied, governed and embedded at scale.

Join us for The Public Sector Reset, a timely conversation bringing together New Zealand technologists, business leaders and public sector decision-makers. Together, we will explore how digital and AI are reshaping government operating models, strengthening capability and improving outcomes for New Zealanders.

The discussion will feature Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche, who will share insights on what is planned across government, as well as perspectives from Deputy Commissioner for Inland Revenue, Mary Craig, and the Digital Public Infrastructure Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Pete Herlihy. The discussion will be facilitated by Deloitte New Zealand partners, Adithi Pandit, Kate Phillips, and Luke Collier.

What you can expect

• Explore global perspectives on AI adoption: What governments around the world are seeing as AI accelerates, including impacts on operating models, decision-making and workforce design

• Understand New Zealand’s direction: What is planned across the New Zealand public sector, including priorities, investments and areas of focus

• Hear from New Zealand agencies: How New Zealand public sector agencies are applying AI, including what is working, what is challenging and where value is being realised

• Examine key research: Insights from Deloitte’s Government Trends 2026 report and what they mean for the future of New Zealand’s public sector

This event aligns with the Techweek pillars of Foundations, Social Good and Governance. It explores how digital and AI can strengthen national infrastructure, improve outcomes for communities and be used responsibly across the public service.