The Queensland Council of Social Service (QCOSS) has brought in Kristina Smith as DFV Peak Communications Officer. The role will see her lead communications work for the establishment of Queensland’s new domestic and family violence peak body.

Kristina brings senior agency experience, including her recent time as Communications Director at a Brisbane-based agency. She has also shared her expertise as a sessional academic and guest lecturer at The University of Queensland in stakeholder engagement, PR and crisis communication.

Besides that, Kristina has experience across the not-for-profit sector - including work with Endeavour Foundation, Kids Helpline, yourtown, Foodbank Queensland, and DVConnect.

Insurance provider, Suncorp New Zealand (comprising Vero Insurance), has appointed independent agency One Plus One Communications as its New Zealand PR partner.

Suncorp's Executive Manager of Marketing, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Campbell Hodgetts, said he was impressed by One Plus One's results and industry expertise.

"One Plus One brings the kind of strategic thinking and sector understanding we need to help communicate our role as an insurer in safeguarding Aotearoa today and into the future. Since starting they've already got some runs on the board and we're looking forward to what's to come," he added.

One Plus One's Founder and Managing Director, Kelly Bennett, said: "The insurance sector underpins New Zealand’s whole economy, so we're proud to support Suncorp as they make a real difference for Kiwis through financial protection and advocacy.

"With our storytelling skillset and Suncorp’s future-focused outlook, we're looking forward to creating some really successful outcomes for their business."

Australian government relations firm, Hawker Britton, has appointed Tim Grey-Smith as Director in its Perth office, with a focus on Western Australia and Commonwealth Government work.

Tim joined from Community Employers WA, where he served as Executive Director since 2023. He is a seasoned policy, advocacy, and government relations advisor, having held roles across not-for-profits, government relations agencies, and both state and local governments.