Kaingākaunui / Our Values

Whanaukataka

He ora te whakapiri, he mate te whakatakariri - There is strength in unity, defeat in anger

In our business, we are committed to fostering respect for one another and everyone we interact with. We will strengthen this by cultivating lasting relationships built on a solid foundation of trust and care.

Manaakitaka

Ko te whatumanawa he Māori, he ngakau aroha. Aroha ki te tangata, tētahi ki tētahi - The heart that beats is Māori, it is one of compassion.

We embrace love and respect for all people, including one another. We take pride in our responsibility to be hospitable, supportive, and honest in all our communications. By fostering an environment of manaakitaka, we ensure that those we engage with will feel valued and respond with the same respect and care.

Tohukataka

Whaia te mātauraka – Seek knowledge

We are committed to excellence in everything we do. Knowledge and expertise are highly valued within our organisation. We strive to uphold consistently high standards of achievement while celebrating and recognising the expertise of our team.

Kaitiakitaka

Mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri a muri ake nei – For us and our children after us.

We are committed to upholding this value in all that we do. We will ensure our team understands its importance as a fundamental principle. This value will be especially emphasised in our efforts related to environmental conservation and preservation.