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Auckland Networking Evening: Modern Slavery Legislation and what's ahead for New Zealand Businesses
An intimate evening of expert insights and peer conversation on the state of modern slavery legislation in New Zealand, and how businesses can prepare.
5:30pm - 7:30pm NZST
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July 23, 2026
2 hours
In Person
In Person
Viaduct Yacht Club
48 Market Place, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
New Zealand's Modern Slavery Bill passed its first reading in Parliament in April 2026 with near-unanimous cross-party support. It is now before the Education and Workforce Select Committee, with a report due at the end of August. The sponsors of the Bill have indicated a desire to pass the legislation before the General Election in November 2026. With no transition relief indicated, the legislative timeline could be a lot tighter than many organisations realise.
This networking event features an expert panel bringing together the legal, human rights, and business perspectives shaping the Bill as it moves through Parliament:
- Kimberly Randle, Co-Founder and CEO of Fair Supply, human rights lawyer and lead author of Fair Supply's submission to the Select Committee
- Oliver Christeller, Senior Advisor to the Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner, New Zealand Human Rights Commission
- Selwyn Coles, law lecturer at AUT, whose Oxford master's thesis on the case for and against a modern slavery reporting framework was cited during the Bill's first reading
- Rebecca Kingi, ESG Initiatives Lead at ANZ and contributor to the Modern Slavery and Trafficking Expert Practitioners Group
What we'll cover:
- Progress of the Bill and the key milestones to watch before Royal Assent
- Fair Supply's submission to the Select Committee: the recommendations made and the reasoning behind them
- Practical steps businesses can take to start preparing
Who should attend
Senior leaders responsible for procurement, sustainability, ESG, legal, risk or compliance in New Zealand organisations. Places are limited to keep the quality of conversation high.
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Meet the Speakers
Kimberly Randle
Co-founder and CEO at Fair Supply
As founder and CEO of Fair Supply, Kimberly is an experienced and innovative human rights advocate specialising in modern slavery. Kimberly has over 15 years experience working in law and human rights for top tier firms in Australia and the United States, previously holding the role of Senior Director of Corporate and Legal for International Justice Mission Australia. Kimberly is a sought-after expert and speaker in the field of modern slavery and has been called upon to provide evidence for both the NSW and Commonwealth Parliamentary Inquiries into Human Trafficking. Kim received her Bachelor of Law from Macquarie University.
Oliver Christeller
Senior Human Rights Advisor, Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission
Oliver Christeller is the Senior Human Rights Advisor to the Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner at Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission. With a background in employment law, his work at the Commission has included a focus on business and human rights. Oliver is a key contributor to the Commission's work on modern slavery, including its efforts to address migrant exploitation. The Commission's approach is grounded in engagement with workers who have experienced exploitation, collaboration with civil society organisations, and ongoing engagement with the business community. The Commission seeks to support all actors in Aotearoa New Zealand to uphold human rights and play their part in preventing and addressing modern slavery.
Selwyn Coles
Law Lecturer, Auckland University of Technology
A law lecturer at AUT University, Selwyn is an experienced business and human rights researcher and adviser. Alongside several academic publications in this area, Selwyn has advised companies on human rights and modern slavery issues, both in London and New Zealand. His Master's thesis on modern slavery law, from the University of Oxford, was discussed in Parliament during the introduction of the recent modern slavery bill.
Rebecca Kingi
ESG Initiatives Lead, ANZ New Zealand
Rebecca Kingi is ESG Initiatives Lead at ANZ New Zealand, leading the bank’s modern slavery and human rights programme. She is a recognised expert on modern slavery and human rights, with experience spanning government, civil society and the private sector. An enrolled barrister and solicitor, Rebecca co-authored the original iterations of New Zealand’s Modern Slavery Bill and is a trusted adviser on human rights due diligence and responsible business practices. In 2026, she was named the INFINZ Emerging Leader of the Year.
Meet the Speakers
Kimberly Randle
Co-founder and CEO at Fair Supply
As founder and CEO of Fair Supply, Kimberly is an experienced and innovative human rights advocate specialising in modern slavery. Kimberly has over 15 years experience working in law and human rights for top tier firms in Australia and the United States, previously holding the role of Senior Director of Corporate and Legal for International Justice Mission Australia. Kimberly is a sought-after expert and speaker in the field of modern slavery and has been called upon to provide evidence for both the NSW and Commonwealth Parliamentary Inquiries into Human Trafficking. Kim received her Bachelor of Law from Macquarie University.
Oliver Christeller
Senior Human Rights Advisor, Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission
Oliver Christeller is the Senior Human Rights Advisor to the Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner at Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission. With a background in employment law, his work at the Commission has included a focus on business and human rights. Oliver is a key contributor to the Commission's work on modern slavery, including its efforts to address migrant exploitation. The Commission's approach is grounded in engagement with workers who have experienced exploitation, collaboration with civil society organisations, and ongoing engagement with the business community. The Commission seeks to support all actors in Aotearoa New Zealand to uphold human rights and play their part in preventing and addressing modern slavery.
Selwyn Coles
Law Lecturer, Auckland University of Technology
A law lecturer at AUT University, Selwyn is an experienced business and human rights researcher and adviser. Alongside several academic publications in this area, Selwyn has advised companies on human rights and modern slavery issues, both in London and New Zealand. His Master's thesis on modern slavery law, from the University of Oxford, was discussed in Parliament during the introduction of the recent modern slavery bill.
Rebecca Kingi
ESG Initiatives Lead, ANZ New Zealand
Rebecca Kingi is ESG Initiatives Lead at ANZ New Zealand, leading the bank’s modern slavery and human rights programme. She is a recognised expert on modern slavery and human rights, with experience spanning government, civil society and the private sector. An enrolled barrister and solicitor, Rebecca co-authored the original iterations of New Zealand’s Modern Slavery Bill and is a trusted adviser on human rights due diligence and responsible business practices. In 2026, she was named the INFINZ Emerging Leader of the Year.
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