# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Motivational Interviewing with Peter Thorburn
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join Peter Thorburn and take your motivational interviewing skills to the next level. This workshop focuses on strengthening conversations that inspire hope, build motivation and support lasting change.

This series of ABACUS workshops is designed to strengthen the knowledge and skills of people supporting those affected by alcohol and other drug harm. Learn through practical, evidence-informed workshops that can be applied in a range of support settings.

? Workshop Schedule

Tuesday 21 July
? Communication Skills
? Papakura Library

Monday 3 August
? Privacy, Ethics & Boundaries
? Takanini Library

Monday 31 August
? Anxiety and AOD Issues
? Takanini Library

Tuesday 20 October
? Motivational Interviewing (Intermediate)
? Papakura Library
We welcome people who have already completed the introductory workshop.

Tuesday 17 November
❤️ Suicide Risk and Assessment
? Papakura Library

Tuesday 1 December
? Leadership Skills
? Papakura Library

? All workshops run from 10:00am–1:00pm.

? Places are limited. Registering does not guarantee a place. Applications will be reviewed and we'll be in touch to let you know whether you've been offered a place.

If you're looking to focus on your own wellbeing and recovery, Recovery College workshops may be a better starting point.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wNhzmXSbHvRrxYOdrmEWPV7-wZT8DTvz

? We look forward to learning with you.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/papakura/motivational-interviewing-with-peter-thorburn/200030783072544
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Papakura
- **state**: AU
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Papakura Sir Edmund Hillary Library (Papakura)
- **lat**: -37.06372
- **long**: 174.94283
- **full address**: Papakura Sir Edmund Hillary Library (Papakura), 209 Great South Rd, Papakura 2110, New Zealand, Papakura

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Motivational Interviewing with Peter Thorburn being held?
  - **A:** Motivational Interviewing with Peter Thorburn takes place on Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Papakura Sir Edmund Hillary Library (Papakura), 209 Great South Rd, Papakura 2110, New Zealand, Papakura.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Motivational Interviewing with Peter Thorburn?
  - **A:** Motivational Interviewing with Peter Thorburn is organized by DRIVE Consumer Direction Counties Manukau.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Motivational Interviewing with Peter Thorburn is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Papakura, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Motivational Interviewing with Peter Thorburn sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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