Our principles and values
Our organisational principles are underpinned by our values.
Our principles
How we work
We pursue enduring improvement
We constantly work to make things better for New Zealand.
We work in collaboration
We work collaboratively with the communities we engage with.

We think big picture
We monitor and actively steward fit for purpose regulation in New Zealand.
We bring a fresh perspective
We have the mandate to be bold and innovative.
Our values
How we behave
We make a difference
We strive to make a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Ka whakaaweawe tātou
Ka nanaiore tātou kia pai tā tātou whakaaweawe i ngā hapori e manaaki nei tātou.

We empower
We ensure our actions, words and engagements empower the people we are working with and for.
Ka whakamana tātou
Ka mātua whakarite tātou kia whakamanahia te tangata e mahi ana ki tō tātou taha ki ā tātou mahi, ki ā tātou kupu, ki roto hoki i ā tātou huihuinga.

We are courageous
We aren’t afraid to take risks to get results.
Ka whakamanawanui tātou
Kāore tātou e wehi ana ki te mahi whakawhara mēnā ka hua mai ko tētahi putanga pai.

We put people at the centre
We are considerate and treat everyone with respect.
Ka manaaki tātou
Ka whaiwhakaaro tātou, ka ngākau whakaute hoki tātou ki ngā tāngata katoa.

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