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About us

Our values help guide our work as an Independent Crown Entity in a regulatory field. They help focus our work approach so that we can inclusively navigate the many and varied challenges we face and ensure the Office succeeds with in the dynamic an quickly changing environment we work in.

Respect Whakaaro nui

For all the people we deal with, and for viewpoints that differ from our own. Ki ngā tāngata katoa e mahi ana me mātau, me ngā whakaaro rerekē  ki ō mātau ake.

IntegrityNgākau tapatahi

We are honest, fair, and transparent in our work. He pono me te matatika mātau me te ngākau tuwhera i roto i ā mātau mahi.

IndependenceMotuhaketanga

We operate impartially and without political or personal bias. Ka mahi mātau i runga i te wairua tōkeke me te kore e riro i te whakaaro  tōrangapū, whaiaro rāne.

InnovationAuahatanga

We value innovation, creativity and a culture of continuous improvement. He hira ki a mātau te auahatanga, wairua auaha, me te wairua rapu  kia pai haere tonu.

ExcellenceHiranga

We strive for best professional practice and leadership in our field. Ko ngā tikanga tino ngaio tā mātau e whai ana me te noho mātāmua i roto i tō mātau rāngai.