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Dear Member,
Welcome to International Year of Cooperatives 2025, a year of incredible opportunity to showcase the value and impact of cooperatives and mutuals! I hope you had a relaxing and joyful holiday season, and those of you in Southland, Wellington and Auckland enjoyed the extra break celebrating regional anniversaries.
2025 is a pivotal year. We are updating our core cooperative economy research and sharing stories of the collective impact of co-operatives and mutuals. This month, we are proud to kick off with a refreshed website and the launch of the NZ Coop Icons campaign. Keep an eye out for our regular features celebrating NZ's cooperative and mutual icons. Meet trailblazers, learn about community initiatives, hear from co-op champions and explore origin stories this IYC2025. Next month we introduce the Mutual Value Measurement Framework© to New Zealand, with a generous offer for CBNZ Full Members from our sister organisation the BCCM.
I look forward to collaborating with you all this year. If I can be of any help, please reach out.
Ngā mihi / In co-operation
Saya Wahrlich
CEO, Cooperative Business NZ |
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Introducing the NZ Coop Icons campaign - share your stories!
Showcase your organisation or leadership and the value they bring to your members.Tell us your member stories. Download our communications kit and share your story today to be featured in our NZ Coop Icons campaign. Inspire others with your impact! Learn more
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IYC initiative in support of emerging directors
Governance plays a vital role in the ongoing success of co-ops. We're delighted to announce one of our IYC 2025 initiatives is inviting the winner of the Emerging Leader of the Year award each year to join the Cooperative Business NZ board in a 12 month observer role.
2024's winner is Ashleigh Buchanan, Operations Manager People Capabilities at Southern Cross Health Society. We spoke with Ashleigh this month about her perspective on leadership. Listen
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The Cooperative Economy Report 2025
We're updating the Cooperative Economy report for 2025. Last released in 2021, this research plays a vital part in understanding the impact co-ops, mutuals and member-owned firms have on our economy and our society. Focusing on the top 30 organisations in the sector, we are undertaking our desk research this month, and will be reaching out to members to validate info soon.
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EVENTS, TRAINING & RESOURCES |
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Webinar: Discover the Mutual Value Measurement Framework©
How can co-operatives and mutuals measure what really matters? If you are a cooperative leader or board member, you may have grappled with measurement methodologies designed for corporates, that don't quite hit the mark.
Join us online as we launch the Mutual Value Measurement Framework© into New Zealand. The first methodology for impact measurement designed with and by co-ops and mutuals, in celebration of IYC 2025, we have partnered with the BCCM to offer the BCCM member discount rate for MVM (licence and accreditation) for CBNZ members.
12pm - 1pm, Thursday 13 February
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Workshop: Enhance your cooperative governance expertise
Elevate your directorship skills with Mayfield Group's Advanced Governance 2-Day Executive Workshop, designed for directors eager to delve deeper into cooperative governance. This intensive programme features interactive exercises and case studies covering boardroom best practices, strategic planning, risk management, and more. Secure your spot today, start your career or lead your cooperative with confidence.
8am - 5pm, 24 - 25 March 2025
Express interest
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Programme: Elevate your co-operative governance career with the Mayfield 6 month Co-op Governance Development Programme
Embark on a transformative journey with our six-month Governance Development Programme. Guided by esteemed facilitators Janine Smith and Associate Professor David Tweed, and delivered in partnership with Mayfield Group, this programme offers immersive workshops, personalised coaching, and remote learning. Enhance your understanding of directorship roles, refine your boardroom effectiveness, and chart your governance career path. With limited spaces available, early registration is recommended to secure your place.
May 2025 cohort - Register
October 2025 cohort - Register
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New resource: Windows 10 End of Support
With wide reaching impact far beyond the office computer, extending to the farm, store or workplace, learn what this means for you and your members and how to prepare. Watch
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New resource: Co-op Helper
Ask any question of legislation related to co-ops, mutuals or member owned businesses in New Zealand. Look for the Co-op Helper bottom right on our website. Experiment
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New resource: Co-op Leader Conversations
Emerging Leader of the Year 2024 Ashleigh Buchanan shares why she was motivated to join Southern Cross, how her role has evolved over time and how her progression into senior leadership roles has shaped her vision and approach as a leader. Listen
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