ABOUT THE AWARD
The New Zealand roading industry Rising Star Award recognises the standout individual under 40 in the New Zealand roading sector, based on their career achievements to date. This prestigious award is presented annually.
Entries are welcomed from the wider roading industry, including individuals working in roading and transport teams within councils, engineering consultancies, roading contractors, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, and the supply and materials sectors.
The 2025 Rising Star Award is sponsored by Jacobs.
WHY NOMINATE?
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share the stories of young rising stars in your organisation and highlight their contributions to advancing themselves, your organisation, and the roading industry as a whole
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demonstrate your support for your young employees
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establish your organisation as a leader and employer of choice
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strengthen your social licence and commitment to social responsibility
KEY DATES FOR 2025
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Entries open: Wednesday 7 May
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Entry tips webinar: 11.00 am, Wednesday 11 June
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Entries due: 5.00 pm, Friday 15 August
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Finalists announced: Wednesday 10 September
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Winner announced: Wednesday 19 November (Future Roads conference dinner, Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton)
PREVIOUS WINNERS AND FINALISTS
RULES OF ENTRY, GENERAL GUIDELINES AND ENTRY TIPS
JUDGING PANEL
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Lynette Ellis – head of transport & waste management, Christchurch City Council
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Neil McLoughlin – consultant, NMC Consulting
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Scott Ford – general manager, Isaac Construction
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CONTACT AND SPONSORSHIP DETAILS
Award enquiries
Sponsorship enquiries
James Wardhaugh
+64 21 636 819
james.wardhaugh@freemanmedia.co.nz