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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: 2026 NZPSHA AWARDS FINALISTS

Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for our new NZPSHA Awards programme. We received a stellar range of entries across all eight award categories, reflecting the exceptional people, teams and organisations within New Zealand's private surgical hospital sector. We also extend our thanks to our eight judges for their time, expertise and careful consideration.

For the three individual award categories, the judges identified one clear standout nominee in each category and have chosen to select only the winners rather than announce finalists. The winners will be revealed at the Gala Awards Dinner, held in conjunction with the 2026 NZPSHA Conference in Auckland.

For the five business award categories, competition was extremely close, and we are pleased to acknowledge the finalists listed below. All finalists can showcase their initiatives at the Awards Showcase at the Conference on Wednesday 23 September, before celebrating the winners the following night at the Awards Dinner.

Innovation Award

Sponsored by Cubro

For the introduction of a significant innovation improving outcomes, efficiency or patient experience.

Finalists:

A centralised intelligence platform

“Screen to be Seen”

“Learning without boundaries: a joint school journey”

Transforming risk management

Sustainability Award

For achieving measurable improvements in environmental, social and economic sustainability.

Finalists:

Green star new build

Re-designing custom procedure packs

Diverting food waste

Replacing LPG-fired boilers

Employer of Choice Award

For excellence in staff engagement, training, wellbeing and professional development that supports a high performing workplace.

Finalists:

A people-first culture

Intermediate Care Facility Education Programme

Leadership in action

A transformed leadership and learning approach

A values-led culture

Patient Experience Award

Sponsored by Cemplicity

For excellence in understanding and improving the patient journey and outcomes.

Finalists:

“More than a Meal”

Enhancing the care of Tamariki with Autism Spectrum Disorder

“The Kahu Project”

Mercy Cancer Care Invercargill Satellite Clinic

“Click Care” – a seamless digital journey

Dedicated Peri-Anaesthesia Unit

Safety Culture Award

Finalists:

“No shortcuts – just standards”

Evidence-based leadership programme

“It’s not just a tick box!”

“The Safe-hub Project”

What a fantastic line-up!
Best of luck to all the business award finalists and we hope to see you at the Conference and Awards Dinner in September.

Emerging Leader Award

Sponsored by Hardy Group

Winner to be announced at the Gala Awards Dinner, 24 September

Health Champion Award

Sponsored by Multigate NZ

Winner to be announced at the Gala Awards Dinner, 24 September

Lifetime Achievement Award

Winner to be announced at the Gala Awards Dinner, 24 September


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