Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission

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Jaimie Baird’s career is a testament to selfless service, biosecurity excellence, and historical stewardship.From frontl...
25/11/2025

Jaimie Baird’s career is a testament to selfless service, biosecurity excellence, and historical stewardship.

From frontline quarantine to international deployments and UN consultancies, Jaimie has protected New Zealand’s borders, biodiversity, and communities.

As Senior Quarantine Officer at Ministry for Primary Industries, Jaimie mentors new staff, preserves biosecurity history, and fosters global partnerships. His work spans training on venomous snakes, military operations, and public engagement.

Jaimie’s legacy is one of protection, education, and lifelong dedication to Aotearoa. His contributions have helped safeguard the way of life for New Zealanders, both now and for future generations.

Congratulations to Jaimie who last week received Te Tohu Ratonga Tūmatanui o Aotearoa New Zealand Public Service Medal for his service 🥇

For more info on the 2025 Public Service Day Awards, visit the link in bio.

Ropeta Mene-Tulia’s career reflects unwavering dedication to community wellbeing, cultural integrity, and humble service...
18/11/2025

Ropeta Mene-Tulia’s career reflects unwavering dedication to community wellbeing, cultural integrity, and humble service.

As Director, Southern Commissioning & Partnerships at Ministry for Pacific Peoples, Ropeta's leadership during times of crisis has ensured Pacific families were supported with empathy and dignity.

Through her long-standing involvement in strengthening networks and connections with government agencies across the region, she has fostered collaboration and uplifted others through relational leadership.

Calm and compassionate through challenges – from COVID-19 to Ministry restructures – she embodies tautua (service) and fa’aaloalo (respect). Ropeta’s legacy is quiet yet profound, leaving a lasting impact across the South Island and beyond.

Congratulations to Ropeta who has received Te Tohu Ratonga Tūmatanui o Aotearoa New Zealand Public Service Medal for her service 🥇

For more info on the 2025 Public Service Day Awards, visit https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/role-and-purpose/spirit-of-service/public-service-day-awards/public-service-day-awards-2025?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_lrgbialwtp

Graham “Mac” MacPherson is a regional champion whose 47-year career spans frontline policing and transformative social l...
13/11/2025

Graham “Mac” MacPherson is a regional champion whose 47-year career spans frontline policing and transformative social leadership.

As Ministry of Social Development NZ ’s Regional Commissioner and Te Tai Tokerau’s Public Service Commissioner, Mac advocates for homeless whānau, rural communities, and youth.

He leads with guts, compassion, and deep local knowledge, driving employment initiatives and community-led innovation. Mac’s leadership during COVID-19 and Cyclone Gabrielle was tireless and trusted.

He does not seek recognition and strives to uplift his people. His legacy is defined by justice, humility, and a lasting impact.

Congratulations to Mac who last week received Te Tohu Ratonga Tūmatanui o Aotearoa New Zealand Public Service Medal for his service 🥇

For more info on the Public Service Day Awards, visit https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/role-and-purpose/spirit-of-service/public-service-day-awards/public-service-day-awards-2025?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_wkpc1r7wyg

Suzanne Smith is the backbone of New Zealand Customs, steadfast, humble, and transformative.With over 47 years of servic...
10/11/2025

Suzanne Smith is the backbone of New Zealand Customs, steadfast, humble, and transformative.

With over 47 years of service, she has modernised trade systems, strengthened international relationships, and improved emergency preparedness.

Her work on the original NZ Traveller Declaration, verifying the health status of passengers during COVID-19 border reopening and Customs Act reform reflects deep technical skill and care for public outcomes.

Suzanne mentors staff, champions fairness, and leads with quiet strength. She doesn’t seek the spotlight, but her legacy shines through the systems she’s built and the people she’s uplifted.

Congratulations to Suzanne who last week received Te Tohu Ratonga Tūmatanui o Aotearoa New Zealand Public Service Medal for her service 🥇

For more info on the 2025 Public Service Day Awards, visit https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/role-and-purpose/spirit-of-service/public-service-day-awards/public-service-day-awards-2025?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_j3e0fzuqcb

Congratulations to all the recipients of Te Rā Ratonga Tūmatanui Public Service Day Awards 2025!Ten public servants were...
05/11/2025

Congratulations to all the recipients of Te Rā Ratonga Tūmatanui Public Service Day Awards 2025!

Ten public servants were awarded Te Tohu Ratonga Tūmatanui o Aotearoa New Zealand Public Service Medal and 8 received Te Tohu Amorangi a Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commissioner's Commendation for Excellence. The 18 recipients span 12 agencies and 7 regions from Northland to Southland.

In his speech, Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche said the award recipients represent the very best of public service.

"What stands out about this year’s medal and commendation recipients isn’t just what they achieved – it’s how they’ve gone about it. They come from different backgrounds, different agencies, and different parts of the country. But they all have something in common – they’ve led by example, and they’ve made a lasting impact.

Leadership isn’t about job titles or where you sit in the organisation. It’s about supporting others and helping move things forward – even when the system makes it hard. And it’s about influence – influencing a better outcome."

Read more about the recipients and their work here:
https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/role-and-purpose/spirit-of-service/public-service-day-awards/public-service-day-awards-2025?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_uqtmgm1ioq

“It’s the whānau outcomes that sit at the core of it all. To be able to play a role in shaping and leading the way we wo...
24/09/2025

“It’s the whānau outcomes that sit at the core of it all. To be able to play a role in shaping and leading the way we work to unlock, design and deliver more warm, dry, functional homes for so many is the biggest reflection of success.

“That sense of achievement, purpose, and the emotions that arrive when you have the privilege of being a part of that handing over of keys. Keys to a home where a whānau are taking their first steps into better health and life outcomes, into generational equity shifts through home ownership, and into a place where they hold a deep connection to their surrounding community.”

This is what Amy Rice is most proud of in her role as Programme Director, Development Engagement at Tāmaki Regeneration, a place-based organisation that works alongside the community to deliver New Zealand’s largest regeneration programme in Tāmaki.

Read more about Amy and her work here: https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/news/delivering-warm-dry-homes-to-improve-life-and-health-outcomes?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_5tp5iu4vuk

"People in prisons are not only nursery workers, growers, labourers, potential horticulturalists/agriculturalists; they ...
08/09/2025

"People in prisons are not only nursery workers, growers, labourers, potential horticulturalists/agriculturalists; they are fathers, brothers, husbands, uncles, friends and part of a wider whānau. In helping them towards becoming rehabilitated, we are helping everyone their lives touch."

For 46 years, Bill Bean has dedicated his life to empowering people in prison through practical skill-building, mentorship, and heartfelt compassion.

After 12 years of service in the Navy, Bill began his journey as a prison officer in 1979. He transitioned into the role of Acting Nursery Instructor at Auckland Prison, and for the past 27 years, he has led the prison’s horticulture programme.

Bill is this year's recipient of Te Tohu Oranga Angitū | Lifetime Achievement Award at Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards for his work with Corrections NZ. He mihi maioha i tō mahi!

Read more about Bill's work here:
https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/news/a-dedication-to-rehabilitating-and-empowering-people-in-prison?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_xqenp3p7sg

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Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards are made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors ANZSOG, DXC Technology, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, Westpac NZ, and Deloitte.

Announcing the winners of the 2025 Spirit of Service Awards!🏆 Te Tohu a te Pirimia | Prime Minister’s Award🏆 Te Tohu mō ...
04/09/2025

Announcing the winners of the 2025 Spirit of Service Awards!

🏆 Te Tohu a te Pirimia | Prime Minister’s Award
🏆 Te Tohu mō te Hiranga o te Mahi Kaupapa Here | Excellence in Public Policy Award
Winner: Building a more efficient building system
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (pictured)

🏆 Te Tohu Auaha Hou​ | Innovation Award
Winner: AI-Volution
Hutt City Council

🏆 Te Tohu mō Whai Ratonga | Māori Crown Award
Winner: Tongariro Alpine Crossing Sustainability Project
Department of Conservation and Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro

🏆 Te Tohu mō ngā Hua E Pai Ake Ana | Better Outcomes Award
Winner: Let’s Go Unpro
Sport New Zealand

🏆 Te Tohu Rāngai Tūmatanui mō te Tumuaki o Te Tau | Public Sector Director of the Year Award
Winner: Erica Seville
Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake

🏆 Te Tohu mō te Kaiārahi Rangatahi o te Tau | Young Leader of the Year Award
Winner: Damien Clark
New Plymouth District Council

🏆 Te Tohu Oranga Angitū | Lifetime Achievement Award
Recipient: Bill Bean
Corrections NZ

A huge congratulations to all the winners and a huge thanks to our sponsors: ANZSOG, DXC Technology, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, Westpac NZ, and Deloitte.

Ngā mihi nui! 👏

Read more about the award winners here:
https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/news/announcing-the-2025-spirit-of-service-award-winners?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_80ram1gnco

Developed by the Ministry of Education NZ and Te Kōhanga Reo National Trust, the Kōhanga Reo Kaimahi Pay Scheme delivers...
03/09/2025

Developed by the Ministry of Education NZ and Te Kōhanga Reo National Trust, the Kōhanga Reo Kaimahi Pay Scheme delivers pay improvements that are aligned to the kaupapa and context of kōhanga reo.

The scheme supports the Trust’s strategic goals of growing mokopuna participation and strengthening te reo Māori in kōhanga. It also helps attract and retain kaimahi, supports the sustainability of the kōhanga movement and ensures kōhanga reo remain accessible to whānau Māori.

Congratulations to the team behind the Kōhanga Reo Kaimahi Pay Scheme who are finalists of Te Tohu mō Whai Ratonga | Māori Crown Award at this year's Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards 👏

Read more about the Māori Crown Award finalists here:
https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/news/supporting-maori-crown-relationships-through-kowhiringa-auahatanga-and-whakapumautanga?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_u5mh1rdsrn

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Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards are made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors ANZSOG, DXC Technology, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, Westpac NZ, and Deloitte.

Law Commission - Te Aka Matua o te Ture ’s ‘Here Ora’ presents solutions to one of New Zealand’s most challenging legal ...
03/09/2025

Law Commission - Te Aka Matua o te Ture ’s ‘Here Ora’ presents solutions to one of New Zealand’s most challenging legal issues: protecting the community from high-risk criminal offenders.

The review needed to balance two significant interests – the safety of the community and the rights of people who have already served a sentence for their offending. It makes 149 recommendations for a new statutory regime focused on rehabilitation and reintegration.

Central to the recommendations is the idea that all New Zealanders will benefit from law that better facilitates the restoration of high-risk people to safe and unrestricted life in the community.

It presents a compelling vision for a more humane regime which is more effective at achieving community safety.

Congratulations to the team behind Here Ora who are finalists of Te Tohu mō te Hiranga o te Mahi Kaupapa Here | Excellence in Public Policy Award at this year's Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards 👏

Read more about the Excellence in Public Policy Award finalists here: https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/news/creating-solutions-through-innovative-public-policy?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_ebkqe5rdff

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Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards are made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors ANZSOG, DXC Technology, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, Westpac NZ, and Deloitte.

Wellington has made major biodiversity gains in recent decades but roaming cats remain a significant threat with over 32...
02/09/2025

Wellington has made major biodiversity gains in recent decades but roaming cats remain a significant threat with over 32,000 owned, registered cats in the city.

Wellington City Council is leading the way in cat management. As the first council in New Zealand to introduce mandatory microchipping in 2016, WCC has built on this progress with mandatory desexing in its 2024 Animal Bylaw.

Recognising the polarised views on cat regulation, it was essential to engage hearts and minds, work closely with cat owners to understand their concerns, and highlight the benefits for both cats and wildlife.

This evidence-led, inclusive approach balances ownership rights, animal welfare, and biodiversity protection.

Congratulations to the team at WCC who are finalists of Te Tohu mō te Hiranga o te Mahi Kaupapa Here | Excellence in Public Policy Award at this year's Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards 👏

Read more about the Excellence in Public Policy Award finalists here: https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/news/creating-solutions-through-innovative-public-policy?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_neftsbplg2

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Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards are made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors ANZSOG, DXC Technology, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, Westpac NZ, and Deloitte.

Te Kāhui Tātari Ture (Te Kāhui) | Criminal Cases Review Commission is an independent Crown entity that reviews possible ...
01/09/2025

Te Kāhui Tātari Ture (Te Kāhui) | Criminal Cases Review Commission is an independent Crown entity that reviews possible miscarriages of justice – it is unique in New Zealand and one of the few agencies that do this in the world.

Te Kāhui embeds tikanga at its core, shaping investigations, decisions, recruitment, engagement, and care for mōrehu | survivors and kaimahi | staff.

Mana, whanaungatanga | relationships and aroha | compassion guide how Te Kāhui engages with tangata whaiture | applicants and their whānau | families.

This includes wānanga-style hui with whakawhanaungatanga, karakia and kai and communications kanohi ki te kanohi | face to face with space to kōrero.

This approach restores trust and mana and brings Te Tiriti o Waitangi to life through a uniquely tikanga-led justice approach that benefits all New Zealanders.

Congratulations to the team at Te Kāhui who are finalists of Te Tohu mō Whai Ratonga | Māori Crown Award at this year's Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards 👏

Read more about the Māori Crown Award finalists here:
https://www.publicservice.govt.nz/news/supporting-maori-crown-relationships-through-kowhiringa-auahatanga-and-whakapumautanga?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_bqxoncpq0n

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Te Hāpai Hapori | Spirit of Service Awards are made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors ANZSOG, DXC Technology, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, Westpac NZ, and Deloitte.

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