The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) has published the shortlist for the 13th New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards, scheduled for Nov. 27 at The Cordis in Auckland.
The event will highlight achievements across the insurance sector, with a focus on customer commitment, ethical standards, and support for vulnerable communities.
This year’s awards process placed increased emphasis on how organisations and individuals demonstrate customer commitment and ethical conduct.
According to ANZIIF CEO Katrina Shanks, “the awards showcase individuals and teams raising standards, strengthening industry trust, and making a real difference for New Zealanders by prioritising the skills, knowledge, and connections that drive the insurance community forward.”
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The judges have selected one outstanding finalist in this category, to be announced on the night.
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The judges have selected one outstanding finalist in this category, to be announced on the night.
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Special individual awards, including Insurance Leader of the Year and the ANZIIF Lifetime Achievement Award, will also be announced during the ceremony.
ANZIIF has reported strong engagement with its recognition programs across both Australia and New Zealand.
In Australia, the 2025 Insurance Industry Awards in Sydney reached capacity, prompting the release of additional tickets. In New Zealand, entries for the 13th annual awards closed on Sept. 1.
The 2024 awards recognised Marsh New Zealand as Large Broking Company of the Year, Insurance Advisernet as Broker Network of the Year, and DUAL as Underwriting Agency of the Year.
AMI was named General Insurance Company of the Year, while AA Insurance received Claims Team of the Year.
Other winners included Asteron Life (Life Insurance Company of the Year), Simfuni (Insurtech Start-up of the Year), McLarens (Professional Services Firm of the Year), and IVAA (Service Provider to the Insurance Industry).
Tower was recognised for Excellence in Workplace Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and IAG for Excellence in Environmental, Social, and Governance Change.
Jake Carter was named Young Insurance Professional of the Year, with Lifetime Achievement Awards presented to John Archer and Mike Austin.
The 2025 awards will continue to highlight the contributions of organisations and individuals within New Zealand’s insurance sector, with winners selected by an independent panel of judges.
