Whangarei District Council embarked on a radical journey of transformation led from the ground up to build a more inclusive, cohesive and effective organisation. Powered by the collective genius, passion, energy and imagination of their people, they are now in the unique position of working towards a strategy set by their 380-strong team. The unified direction of this strategy and the tikanga that guide them has had a wonderfully positive impact on their performance and the outcomes they are achieving for their community.

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Excellence in Environmental Leadership

Shoreline Management Pathways Project

Thames-Coromandel has undertaken shoreline management planning for its 400km of coastline to reduce risks to people, property, the environment, and tāonga associated with coastal hazards. The result is a set

Award Year: 2023

Excellence in Placemaking

Hastings District Council’s Place Based Housing Solution

In five years, the waitlist for social housing in Hastings has increased from 57 people to approximately 640. The Place Based Housing Solution is the result of a conversation between

Award Year: 2021

Excellence in Māori-Council Partnerships - Te Tohu Waka Hourua (the Double Canoe)

Transfer of Functions to an Iwi Authority under s33 RMA

Section 33 of the Resource Management Act allows a local authority to transfer any one or more of its functions under that Act to an iwi authority. Waikato Regional Council