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Thursday Thought-Leaders: Principles of the Privacy Act and how to navigate it

Join Nick Valentine and Sarah Birkett from DLA Piper as they explore the evolving cyber security and data protection landscape in Australia and New Zealand. This session will cover key compliance principles, upcoming reforms, and what insurers need to know to stay ahead of risks and opportunities.

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Thursday, 16 October 2025

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM AEDT
2:00  PM 3:00 PM NZDT

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Overview

Synopsis: Cyber security and data protection remain top priorities for regulators across Australia and New Zealand – and with consumer awareness at an all-time high, now is the time to review your compliance.

In this session, we’ll revisit the key principles for handling personal information under Australian and New Zealand law, highlight recent updates and expected reforms, and explore what they mean for businesses in the insurance sector. We’ll share practical insights into the current regulatory landscape, where it’s heading over the next 6-24 months, and how insurers can respond to both risks and opportunities.

Key takeaways: 

  • A refresher on overlapping privacy and data protection obligations for insurers in Australia and New Zealand
  • An overview of upcoming changes to help your business get ahead of compliance
  • Insights into current enforcement trends and what they mean for your business

Speakers

Nick Valentine, Partner - DLA Piper

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Sarah Birkett, Special Counsel - DLA Piper

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