Kakariki Award

Kakariki Award

Recognising Leadership in Sustainability

 
As part of our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible business practices, CBAFF was proud to launch the Kakariki Award in 2024 - a natural extension of our focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.
 
The Kakariki Award recognises organisations that demonstrate exceptional leadership in sustainability - those who not only embed sustainable practices within their operations and decision-making but also inspire others to do the same.
 
This award celebrates businesses that take a proactive, responsible approach to their environmental and social impact, symbolising our collective journey towards a more sustainable future for our industry and our communities.
 
Through the Kakariki Award, CBAFF aims to highlight the critical importance of integrating sustainability into business strategy and to encourage wider adoption of practices that contribute to long-term environmental, social, and economic wellbeing.
 

Timeline 

Nominations Open - 19 May 2025 
Nominations Close - 11 July 2025 
Judging Panel Evaluation - August 2025 
Winner Announcement - at the 29th Annual CBAFF Conference Gala Dinner, 04 September 2025 

 

Award Presentation 

The winner(s) will receive: 
  • The Ian Jenner Trophy, held for one year. 
  • A framed certificate in recognition of their achievement.
 

Nomination Process 

  1. Eligibility 
    • Open to individuals, teams, organisations, government agencies, and industry associations. 
    • Nominees must have demonstrated exceptional contributions to the logistics, transport, or supply chain sectors. 
  2. Nomination Submission 
    • Nominations will be accepted via email using CBAFFs Nomination Form
    • Nominations should include: 
      • A detailed description (maximum 1000 words) addressing how the nominee meets each of the judging criteria. 
      • Supporting documentation (e.g., case studies, testimonials, media coverage, etc.) to reinforce the nominee’s achievements. 
  3. Nomination Deadline 
    • Nominations must be received by 11 July 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. 
  4. Nominee Confirmation 
    • Nominees will be contacted to confirm their participation and provide any additional requested information for the review process. 
  5. Final Selection 
    • Nominations will be reviewed by a judging panel of industry experts, who will assess each nominee’s alignment with the judging criteria. 
       

Judging Criteria 

Nominations will be evaluated based on the following key areas: 
 
  1. Environmental Practices (25%)
    • Steps taken to reduce environmental impact (e.g., waste, emissions, resource use).
    • Use of sustainable materials or energy.
    • Commitment to continuous environmental improvement.
  2. Social Responsibility (25%)
    • Actions supporting employee wellbeing and inclusion.
    • Engagement with local communities or social causes.
    • Fair and ethical treatment of all stakeholders.
  3. Governance and ESG Commitment (25%)
    • Presence of guiding values or basic ESG-related policies.
    • Leadership involvement in sustainability efforts.
    • Transparency and accountability around ESG progress.
  4. Innovation and Progress (25%)
    • New ideas, tools, or practices introduced to improve sustainability.
    • Measurable improvements over time in any ESG area.
    • Demonstrated learning and growth on the ESG journey.