Acknowledgement of hard mahi - CNI Wood Council Awards 2024

NZFM staff and representatives of the Lake Taupo Forest Trust and the Lake Rotoaira Forest Trust attended the annual Central North Island Wood Council Awards in Rotorua on Saturday 4th August.

We were thrilled that the hard work of everyone following Cyclone Gabrielle and the outstanding achievement with the salvage operation were recognized with an industry award for Exceptional Industry Collaboration. This achievement is a testament to the outstanding teamwork and contributions of everybody at NZFM over the last 16 months.

A media release from the CNIWC following the awards night states:

‘NZ Forest Managers (NZFM) has received accolades for their exceptional industry collaboration efforts following the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle on the forests around Turangi. The collaboration spearheaded by NZFM not only facilitated a swift and effective response to the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle but also provided avenues for displaced workers to partake in the salvage operation, showcasing a testament to their commitment to sustainable forestry practices. Presented by the Central North Island Wood Council CEO, Damita Mita in conjunction with Lake Taupo Forest Trust Trustee, Ngahere Wall, the special award was acknowledging National Forest Industry Collaboration.’

Also recognised during the awards evening was Matt Owen (NZFM Harvesting Manager), as ‘Hero of the Year’ for his courageous leadership during the salvage recovery and Te Amo Kingi (Dispatch - NZFM/Trimble) for ‘Dispatcher of the Year’.