Tairāwhiti developed an AI-assisted system to manage large woody debris (LWD) after severe weather and Cyclone Gabrielle. Using aerial and drone imagery with a Multi-Criteria Assessment, the programme prioritises risks, directs resources efficiently, and protects infrastructure and communities. Over 600,000 m³ of debris has been removed from rivers and beaches, safeguarding transport routes, water systems, farmland, and coastal areas.
Entry credits:
Gisborne District Council
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Excellence in Community Engagement
Amberley Beach Coastal Adaptation Project
Hurunui District Council
The Hurunui District Council Coastal Conversations Project focuses on 6 small beach communities and how each community in the District will take control of their future and how, as a
Award Year: 2024
Excellence in Environmental Leadership
Te Ara Awataha
Auckland Council
Entry credits: Panuku Auckland Development Te Ara Awataha is the name gifted by Mana Whenua for a 1.5km green corridor project that will link Northcote’s existing parks, town centre, schools
Award Year: 2021
Excellence in Māori-Council Partnerships - Te Tohu Waka Hourua (the Double Canoe)
He Whare Hono ō Tūwharetoa
Taupō District Council
In a historic moment for Aotearoa, Taupō District Council and Ngāti Tūwharetoa have further strengthened their partnership and connection by coming together in one purpose-built whare ‘He Whare Hono ō
Award Year: 2025
