Open Training for School and Tertiary Leaders
Join one of our open workshops for leaders in school and higher education
Last updated: 16 July 2025
What to expect from our open workshops
Our open workshops are a lighter version of our in-house workshops – perfect if you have a small team or you’re just looking to train up a couple of staff. You’ll get our core content and find yourself mixing with other professionals in your field with the opportunity to share experiences.
- Pragmatic investigation training grounded in real world experience
- Interactive presentation
- Case studies from institutions just like yours
- Take-home notes
- Networking with like-minded educators
Ōtautahi / Christchurch - Friday, 15 August 2025
Topic: Investigation leadership – leading investigations into student behaviour with confidence
For: Secondary school principals, heads, deputy principals, assistant principals, housemasters
Aotearoa New Zealand schools must ensure they are safe and free from behaviours such as racism, discrimination and bullying. When issues arise amongst students – from bullying to harmful sexual behaviours – schools must have transparent processes in place to promptly and thoroughly investigate. Investigations into student behaviour are time-consuming, stressful and are often challenged. An investigation that builds trust and confidence starts with solid leadership. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to conduct legally defensible investigations, how to plan an investigation, avoid bias, analyse evidence, and keep good records.
Cost: NZD$450 + GST
Registrations close: Friday, 1 August 2025
Time: 10.00am – 4:00pm (TBC)
Location: Air Force Museum of New Zealand, 45 Harvard Avenue, Wigram, Christchurch
Tāmakai Makaurau / Auckland - Friday, 19 September 2025
Topic: Investigation leadership – leading investigations into student behaviour with confidence
For: Secondary school principals, heads, deputy principals, assistant principals, housemasters
Aotearoa New Zealand schools must ensure they are safe and free from behaviours such as racism, discrimination and bullying. When issues arise amongst students – from bullying to harmful sexual behaviours – schools must have transparent processes in place to promptly and thoroughly investigate. Investigations into student behaviour are time-consuming, stressful and are often challenged. An investigation that builds trust and confidence starts with solid leadership. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to conduct legally defensible investigations, how to plan an investigation, avoid bias, analyse evidence, and keep good records.
Cost: NZD$450 + GST
Registrations close: Friday, 5 September 2025
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm (TBC)
Location: Sudima Auckland Airport, 18 Airpark Drive, Māngere, Auckland
About Your Trainer
Tim Sterne is an investigation consultant specialising in the education sector.
He began his professional career in teaching before joining the New Zealand Police. He was promoted to the rank of Detective Sergeant and has conducted investigations into every type of behaviour imaginable.
In 2024 he launched Basalt Solutions together with his wife, Natalie, who is also a teacher. He now supports educators and not-for-profits across New Zealand and Australia conducting internal investigations.
With his deep understanding of the sectors he serves and more than a decade of investigation experience, Tim provides practical advice that actually makes your life easier when you get back to your campus or office.
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