Residential Excellence Awards 2024
Rooted in the spirit of unity and shared commitment encapsulated by the motto, "He waka eke noa | we’re all in this together," each year, Ngā Wharenoho | Accommodation comes together to celebrate the outstanding contributions of the residents through the Residential Excellence Awards.
Residents earn their nominations through exceptional actions recognised by their peers and staff. The awards spotlight accomplishments in the following categories:
Āwhina | Service
This category acknowledges individuals who volunteer their time and effort to support our accommodation communities. It is a way to thank and honour those who, without seeking recognition or financial reward, demonstrate exceptional dedication and passion. These individuals inspire others to make service an integral part of their lives.
Subcategories:
- PASS Mentors
- Volunteering
- Service to Accommodation
- RAC Representatives
Whanaungatanga | Community
This category acknowledges residents who have made significant contributions to the residential community, demonstrating leadership and fostering a sense of belonging. These individuals serve as role models, helping create a positive and enriching residential experience. The "Global Citizenship" subcategory specifically recognises international residents who contribute meaningfully to the community.
Subcategories:
- Community
- Spirit & Involvement
- Global Citizenship
- Leadership
Kotahitanga | Inclusion
This category celebrates those who actively foster a culture of inclusion, ensuring fairness and empowering everyone to contribute their best. It honours individuals who go above and beyond to embrace diversity and make our accommodation a more inclusive, welcoming place to live and study.
Subcategories:
- Championing Disability Inclusion
- Championing Gender Equality
- Championing Rainbow Inclusion
- Championing the Removal of Barriers
Tiaki Taiao | Sustainability
This category recognises residents who are passionate advocates for environmental sustainability. It honours those who promote sustainable practices, collaborate with organisations for change, and lead by example through their commitment to a greener future.
Subcategories:
- Communication
- Partnering for Change
- Sustainable Practices
As we celebrate these achievements, we are reminded that through the collaborative efforts of kainoho | residents, Ngā Wharenoho contributes to the ongoing aspiration to be a vibrant and inclusive home for all.
Congratulations to all our winners for 2024:
*Residential Advisory Committee Representative
**PASS Mentor
***Moana Pasifika Dance Troupe
****Tauira Māori Kaupapa - Kapa Haka Group
| Āwhina | Service | ||
|---|---|---|
| Tiffany Cho | Inca (Wendy's service dog) | Florence Chong |
| Maxim Barnett | Seb Pearce | Aria Harrison |
| Jason Thaing | Victoria Hurndellurndell | Freddy Green |
| Josephine Fairweather | Kaya Wilson-Wyle | Rico Churches |
| Megan Cartwright | Rei Harrison | Riley Booth |
| Sara Grunwald | Yizhao Zhuang | Alexis Khoo** |
| Darren Zhang** |
Evelyn Zhou** | Gabriel Boyd** |
| Genevieve Lai** | Isaac Chan** | Jane Trisnadi** |
| Jonson Chin** | Katrina Rahardja** | Keyan Asadi** |
| Amy Charman-Moore** | Bobby Tao** | Aiden Liu** |
| Nick Wellock** | Vinayak Raman** | Bohan Sun** |
| Dominick Baguioro** | Dana Lee** | Neeraj Yarlagadda** |
| James Warnock** | Jasper Tan** | Emily Froehlich** |
| Yilin Hou** | Zhitong Li** |
Cris Escandor** |
| Micole Marquez** | Arshdeep Kaur* | Tim Evans* |
| Takaimaania (Takai)* |
Aneda Van Heerden* | Richie Hong* |
| Kerryn He-Burch* | Ryota Barton* | Thomas Little* |
| Toloa (Kai) Pinomi* |
| Whanaungatanga | Community | ||
|---|---|---|
| Finlay Clark | Zongli Bai | Reipae Dunn |
| Destiny Tilialo | Eunice Taivai | Olivia Rose Paul |
| Greer Newman | Katiana Simpson | Lily Graham |
| Vicky Li | Rosina Fontan Agusti | Nguyen Huu Hoang |
| Naina Mariam Manoj | James leon | Jingyi Zhou |
| Bruce Zheng | Leka Tu'ungafasi | Gurkiran Johal |
| Zofia Krzyzynska | Lynelle Mendonca | Maria Eleni Pouliasi |
| Barnabas Sebesteny | Dave Sharma | Elske Van Wyk |
| Joyce Deng | Elson Tan | Dredyn Pouwhare-Pairama |
| Jordan Maxwel | Ngahu Potaka | Nikau Balme |
| Rayan (Mohammad) Shram | Sofia Arias | Tiffany Cho |
| Zyber Jim Sta Cruz | Adrian Sua | Vince Escaran |
| Lester Huang | Paige Stephens | Lucy Dixon-Graham |
| Chloe Hill | Arisha Azmi |
Thomas Tunner |
| Te Amo Crow | Amir Lev Ran |
Logan Butcher |
| Meilani Karika | Ngāpuhi Kraus | Will Casey |
| Elise Clark | Jorja Kane | Samantha Conrad |
| Tuiaria Te Taiora Manukura Balzer-Horo | Brayden Maxwell | Zhanjie Gan |
| Ryan Wei | Gabrielle Smythe | Mathilda Stolte |
| Anabel Risell | Maletino Mafi | Destiny Tilialo*** |
| Rita Segi*** | Bryan Leumaga*** | Rachel Tuaopepe*** |
| Supina Iorive*** | Marian Baleinakorodawa*** | Laura Tevaga*** |
| Elaine Laauli Tolo*** | Male’ohi Tu’ipulotu*** | Mele Vea*** |
| Gloria Polamalu*** | Nukulaelae Saipele*** | Lolo Filiai*** |
| Dredyn Pouwhare-Pairama**** | Aria Harrison**** | Tuiaria Balzer-Horo**** |
| Hoera O'Brien**** | Oceania Pene**** | Takaimaania Ngata-Henare**** |
| Ngahu Potaka**** | Hare Wynyard**** | Brayden Maxwell**** |
| Nikau Balme**** | Atareta Fonoti**** | Nardo Vole-semau**** |
| Rei Harrison**** | Jason Thaing**** | Maia Kupai-Ashby**** |
| Aden Angelou**** | Sophie Farrell**** | Tawhairiri Tahata**** |
| Te Paea Ma'u**** | Aotea Gardner**** |
| Kotahitanga | Inclusion | ||
|---|---|---|
| Jack Wilson |
Brian Ng | Oark Hong Lim |
| Lily Haldane | Lino Lino | Rosa Perrott |
| Aoatea Gardner | Jonathan Tennant |
| Tiaki Taiao | Sustainability | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dave Sharma | Rong Zhu |
Hoera O'Brien |