Auckland Transport analysed 215 landslides from 2023 storms, showing prevention is far more cost effective than recovery. Preventative works cost as little as 15–30% of recovery, aligning with global findings. AT has shifted towards resilience-focused design, with modelling showing $670M in prevention could save $2.2–$4.4B over 10 years. A 30-year resilience programme now guides future planning and investment.
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Excellence in Māori-Council Partnerships - Te Tohu Waka Hourua (the Double Canoe)
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Reserves Board – Ko te Pūkakī: 2040
Auckland Council
The Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Reserves Board is a co-governance partnership with Auckland Council, jointly managing reserve whenua. With equal representation, it enables shared decision-making, resourcing, and accountability. Through iwi-led delivery,
Award Year: 2026

Excellence in Māori-Council Partnerships - Te Tohu Waka Hourua (the Double Canoe)
Joint Land Ownership – the Right Thing to Do
Tauranga City Council
Te Manawataki o Te Papa – the Heartbeat of Te Papa – is a transformative redevelopment of Tauranga’s Civic Precinct, which will reinvigorate its city centre and make it the
Award Year: 2023

Excellence in Organisation and People Development
Reimaginging Work
Whakatāne District Council
Whakatāne District Council has reimagined work. What began as a building refurbishment in response to required earthquake strengthening work resulted in a seismic shift in how we work. We realised
Award Year: 2024

