True for generations
takenga tūturu
Pride of purpose and unity in our collective kaupapa is displayed across Moana New Zealand by our people each day. As Moana New Zealand celebrates 20 years, we acknowledge all that has been and continues to be accomplished.
History of Moana New Zealand
20 years together as Moana whānau
For the first time ever, the company paused work simultaneously to celebrate Moana New Zealand's 20th anniversary, emphasising the importance of our whakapapa and our people past, present and future. It was important to acknowledge the Māori Fisheries Settlement and our organisation’s key achievements over the years, where we are now and what we envision for the future.
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Special message regarding retiring Moana New Zealand CFO Grant Shuker and Ika Team Leader Jenny Tonkin
Moana New Zealand Chief Financial Officer Grant Shuker announced his resignation earlier this year and will depart at the end of 2024. Grant and his wife Jude have a long-held dream to relocate to the South Island - and with both his children in university, the time has now arrived. In his 20 years at Moana, Grant has been an instrumental part of the team providing leadership, guidance and vision in establishing what our company is today.
I want to also acknowledge Mount Wellington factory’s team leader of packing Jenny Tonkin, who has also retired after 32 years. Like Grant, Jenny was an institution at Moana and has been an inspiration and respected member of the team to so many here with her dedication to her mahi and to the company. Jenny’s relationships with those around her are a testament to her mana within the business and she will be dearly missed.
Ngā mihi, Steve Tarrant, CEO
Grant Shuker
Jenny Tonkin
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Introducing Simon Owen, Moana New Zealand’s Chief Financial Officer
Moana New Zealand announced the appointment of Simon Owen into the role of Chief Financial Officer in October. Simon is a senior Chartered Accountant with more than 30 years’ experience in financial management.
Simon started his career initially in auditing roles across a broad range of industries within KPMG Wellington and their London offices. He then spent over 13 years with Heartland Bank and gained experience within the primary sector with New Zealand owned Balle Bros Group.
During his career Simon has worked across finance, treasury, banking, internal audits, IT procurement, external reporting and has experience reporting to Boards. He has demonstrated improvements through robust analysis of key metrics to drive better decision-making, has a strong focus on price drivers and is passionate about developing teams.
Simon holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration from Victoria University and is a certified member of the Institute of Financial Professionals New Zealand.
Simon is based in the head office in Mount Wellington, Auckland.
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Understanding what is important to our stakeholders
Every two years Moana New Zealand undertakes a materiality assessment to identify, prioritise and understand the issues that matter most to our stakeholders.
The views expressed in the report are collected internally and externally, and enables Moana to be on top of the most important issues facing our business and people.
This year, we have broadened the scope to include topics such as Moana’s financial performance, alignment to the aspirations of the Treaty Settlement and brand strength in addition to our traditional categories of our people, place, product and fisheries management. Our methodology conforms to the International Integrated Reporting Council Framework and the Global Reporting Initiative standards.
Overall, the responses we received indicate a strong recognition of Moana’s positive impact on employment, workplace culture, and community engagement. However, there are clear concerns about environmental impacts and a call for more sustainable practices.
Moana New Zealand’s most important material issues identified
Material Topics
1. Holistic wellbeing of our people
Result:
General positive feedback from our people and communities support Moana’s strong work programme for wellbeing.
Our response:
The company is recognised for its positive workplace culture, which emphasises Māori values, health, safety, and overall wellbeing programs. Training, development, and community engagement are also highlighted as key areas where Moana makes a positive impact.
2. Attractive future for fishers to thrive
Result:
Fishers commented on support for transition to new gear and fishing methods to lighten bottom contact and reduce carbon emissions but acknowledge the investment risk is high.
Our response:
Moana’s Harvest Footprint Project and participation with Fisheries New Zealand’s Gear Innovation Project addresses some of these concerns.
3. Healthy fish stocks
Result:
Feedback contained commentary on fisheries management practices, with a focus on sustainable fishing methods. Many respondents understood the complexity of maintaining an economic and environmental balance.
Our response:
Moana’s participation in science working groups and sustainability rounds for the QMS are crucial to this area of concern.
4. Climate change and associated environmental impacts
Result:
Our stakeholders recognise Moana's efforts to address climate change as not only important, but requiring prompt and decisive action.
Our response:
Moana is an active contributor to NIWA’s three-year research project, Aotearoa Circle Marine Adaptation programme.
5. Carbon emission reductions
Result:
There is appreciation for the work to date with an acknowledgement that more needs to be done in a commercially viable way.
Our response:
Moana is currently measuring carbon emissions and have developed a decarbonisation pathway.
6. Moana financial performance
Result:
The long-term Sanford lease agreement for inshore annual catch entitlements was viewed positively, but concern about debt levels and financial management came through from shareholders.
Our response:
Moana has an investment framework developed to manage this risk.
7. Marine biodiversity
Result:
There were mixed views expressed by shareholders. Stakeholders acknowledged the efforts Moana makes to minimise negative impacts and improve harvesting practices.
Our response:
Through the Harvest Footprint Project, we’re building a greater understanding of the marine environment and are committed to lightening our harvest footprint.
In summary, stakeholders appreciate Moana's efforts in sustainability and cultural preservation but see room for improvement in communication and environmental initiatives. The feedback highlights the importance of balancing economic development with environmental sustainability and maintaining a proactive approach to addressing climate change.
The feedback collected on areas for improvement is invaluable to our business and provides a clear path forward for communication, training and environmental initiatives.
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Long service awards
Moana New Zealand celebrates our many dedicated and loyal employees who have been with us for ten or
more years.
People who work in the seafood industry enjoy long and illustrious careers filled with variety and opportunities. The work itself is incredibly interesting, and it matches the fascinating personalities of those who dedicate their lives to it.
Whether it's the thrill of the catch, the intricacies of sustainable practices, or the vibrant sales and marketing opportunities, there's always something new and exciting happening in the seafood sector. It's a field that offers not just a job, but a rewarding and dynamic career path that keeps people engaged and constantly learning.
Hohepa Rauputu - 15 years
Hohepa Rauputu is on the left receiving his long service certificate from our CEO Steve Tarrant.
Karla Janse Van Rensburg - 10 years
Karla from Palmerston North standing proudly with her long service certificate.
Veilomani Lupuaho - 10 years
Veilomani Lupuaho receiving her long service certificate.
Stuart Wong - 10 years
Stuart Wong, a sales admin and driver based in our Ika division, receives his long service certificate.
Celebrating 20 - 35 years at Moana
Mavis Taiaroa - Ngati Apa ki te Rā Tō
35 years — Process Worker, Pāua Tuwa me Kai Ora
Jennifer Tonkin
30 years — Packaging team leader, Ika
Carl Mikkelsen
25 years — Export & Domestic Sales Manager, Ika
Grant Shuker
20 years — CFO, Tari Matua
Celebrating 15 years
Antonios Focas
Harvest & Export Live Manager, Pāua Tuwa
Richard Piesocki
Office & Operations Administrator, Pāua Tuwa
Michael Serci
Supply & Logistics Manager, Pāua Tuwa
Hohepa Rauputu - Ngāti Maniapoto
Supply & Logistics Manager, Tio
Gerrin Taiaroa - Ngāti Tuwharetoa
Farm, Process & Recirculation Worker, Pāua Kahurangi
Celebrating 10 years
Peter (Gypsy) Rameka - Ngāti Kuri, Ngāti Porou
Production Supervisor, Ika
John Fakatala
Night Shift Fish Reception Supervisor, Ika
Anastasia Siauini
Team Leader Packing, Ika
Malti Kam
Iki Line Sales Coordinator, Ika
Sione Fou
Knife Hand, Ika
Anita Ngatai
Inwards Process Worker, Ika
Sila Tuialii
Knife Hand, Ika
Ray Tuineau
Ika Fish Receiver (Night Shift), Ika
Laeli Tuisaoai
Process Worker (Night Shift), Ika
Veni Talauega
Process Worker, Ika
Vili Malele
Process Worker, Ika
Fialelei Amosa
Process Worker, Ika
Ngawati Turipa - Ngāti Porou, Tuhoe
Process Worker, Ika
Leroy Apiata - Ngāpuhi
Juvenile & Farm Supervisor, Tio
Faonelua Taufa
Ika Fish Receiver (Night Shift), Ika
Deborah Emery - Ngāpuhi
Farm & Process Worker, Pāua Kahurangi
Stuart Wong
Sales Admin & Driver, Ika
Winiata Matiu - Te Aupouri
Farm Worker, Tio
Josephine Ane
Process Worker, Ika
Shardae Ngatai
Process Worker (Night Shift), Ika
Veilomani Lapuaho
Credit Controller, Tari Matua
Darrell Hamilton
R & M Farm Worker, Pāua Kahurangi
Pera Matchitt - Te Aupouri, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui
Farm Worker, Tio
Robyn Mason
Factory & Admin Manager, Tio
Campbell Davies-Takimoana - Ngāpuhi
Leading Hand, Tio
Jeanna Mikkelsen - Ngāti Whātua, Tainui
Domestic Sales and Development Manager, Ika
Karla Janse Van Rensburg
Health, Safety & Wellbeing Coordinator, Pāua Tuwa me Kai Ora
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Taking care of our people and communities
Wellbeing Survey 2024
Every 18 months, Moana conducts a survey with our kaimahi to find out what’s important to their wellbeing. In March this year, Moana rolled out a voluntary survey that was available in five languages (te reo Māori, English, Samoan, Tongan and Chinese) that reflect the growing diversity across our business.
90%
feel connected to teammates and feel happy when they are working.
Earlier in 2024, we received a total of 226 responses, which reflected 66% participation.
Some of the messages we heard was that our staff appreciate the wellbeing work being done and that over 80% feel Hikoi ki te Ora contribute to their overall wellbeing. 90% of kaimahi also feel connected to teammates and feel happy when they are working.
(Left to Right) Karen Funnell, Te Ariki Te Puna (Head of Professional Business & Kaupapa Māori from Education Perfect), Gia Mose, and Luke Maunder.
Moana New Zealand team places first in national Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori Challenge 2024
The Moana New Zealand team of 50 kaimahi took first place out of 52 companies competing nationwide in Education Perfect’s Te Reo Māori Challenge in September. Participants in the challenge had triple the number of people with Moana averaging the most points across their team. Special acknowledgement goes to the Chatham Islands’ Rihari Huriwai who scored the most points for Moana to secure our position.
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Hikoi ki te Ora continues
to grow
Matariki tree planting with Rangitāne o Manawatū
Moana New Zealand’s Palmerston North team partnered with Rangitāne o Manawatū iwi for a tree-planting kaupapa on a newly constructed lookout point on the state highway to commemorate Matariki this year. The team recognises the importance of Matariki through local community engagement and donated the first cabbage tree to this stretch of land. Rangitane iwi planted 20 cabbage trees in total, which will contribute to the overall natural beauty of the lookout.
Round the Bays
Auckland Round the Bays is an annual event Moana kaimahi enjoy participating in. Although the weather wasn’t fully cooperating the day of the race, Moana participants still ran, walked and tread through the 8.4km course along the Waitemata Harbour and enjoyed a BBQ lunch together at the finish.
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Supporting Starship Hospital
To kick off Hikoi ki te Ora in 2024, Moana held a raffle for a large gift basket filled with edible goodies for Starship Hospital. Based in Auckland, Starship Hospital has been the nation's premier children’s hospital since 1992. The donations they receive are crucial for expansion, equipment, research and so much more. The raffle winner Andy Haley based in Wellington received the coveted basket, and Moana kaimahi raised a total of $1,338.50 with Moana matching their efforts–bringing the total to $2,677.
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AnchorMe and Ignite
Ignite Aotearoa is a wellbeing social enterprise, backed by Emerge Aotearoa - one of the largest independent mental health and social service organisations in
New Zealand.
Their kaupapa meets a vital need for mental health and wellbeing offerings that are evidence-based, fast and easy to access, provide flexible options and cater to a range of budgets.
Ignite’s solutions include education, a digital wellbeing platform, and specialised research and evaluation services. It’s designed to provide resources, therapeutic support, and a multitude of tools to drive positive change in the wellbeing of individuals and their whānau.
Our kaimahi and their whānau have accessed a range of services including personal coaching, financial advisors, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Tapping, Counsellors, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists.
Ignite is designed to provide resources, therapeutic support, and a multitude of tools to drive positive change in the wellbeing of individuals and their whānau.
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Celebrating diversity at Moana New Zealand
Diversity and inclusion are important as we continue to grow our teams and now recognise over 80 ethnicities in our business. Throughout the year, we gather together to commemorate and celebrate.
Lunar New Year
In February, we celebrated the lunar new year together to welcome the lucky Year of the Dragon. Kaimahi at the Mount Wellington head office enjoyed special handmade dumplings created by some of the Chinese factory staff.
Tongan Language Week
Tongan Language Week was iconic this year with an incredible effort by our teams creating a beautiful cultural display in the staff room and serving a feast of Tongan delights for day and night teams.
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Continuing education
at Moana
Our Learn@Moana learning and development programme is embedding well across the business.
In 2023/24 there were 41 training sessions run across all Moana sites, with 331 training engagements with a total of 390 training hours. Workplace Respect was delivered nine times, and has now been delivered 57 times since it was introduced last financial year. It is now a compulsory module for all new staff.
We seek feedback from kaimahi to improve on the range of training modules that includes subject matter on conflict resolution, effective writing skills, email etiquette, and how to incorporate teamwork and differing social styles in the workplace. All new staff now attend the session on workplace respect as part of their onboarding process.
The sessions run by the People and Culture team are designed to be engaging, providing Moana kaimahi the opportunity to explore new ways of working and challenging each other in a safe and fun environment.
One example is building better teams–brick by brick. The Wiri oyster processing team were challenged to create structures incorporating Lego bricks which helped to develop their communication, collaboration, teamwork, planning and active listening skills.
Teams had to work together to recreate a hidden Lego structure using only verbal instructions. This required a team strategy, careful listening and communicating accurately what was hidden behind the screen. Putting all that into practice took time and often required a changing of plans and approach as the task progressed or didn’t.
Teams had to work together to recreate a hidden Lego structure using only verbal instructions.
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Nau mai haere mai ki Moana New Zealand
Celebrating promotions, transitions and our new kaimahi
Keryn McCracken Fisher Payments and Operations Administrator, Mount Wellington
Sagar Rohra Domestic Sales & Development Manager, Mount Wellington
Fiona Stubbs Key Account Manager, Food Service, Mount Wellington
Priya Kumar Customer Service Coordinator, Aquaculture, Mount Wellington
Neil Nobleza Maintenance Engineer, Palmerston North
Gia Mose Health & Safety and Wellbeing Officer, Mount Wellington
Paul Beardsell Operations Manager - Pāua kahurangi, Ruakākā
Keryn McCracken
Gia Mose
Paul Beardsell
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He Koha submissions
on the rise
The He Koha programme has well and truly taken off, with an incredible 132% increase in submissions for Q1 of FY24 compared to Q1 of FY23.
A huge mihi to our kaimahi for your involvement in the programme! It has been incredible to see everybody take part and submit meaningful ideas that are creating real change in our business.
132%
increase in submissions
25
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58
entries in Q1 FY24
Second annual He Koha winner Karla van Rensburg
Health & Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator Karla van Rensburg in Palmerston North received the He Koha Annual Award this year–a Patagonia puffer jacket made from recycled fishing nets which carries a lifetime warranty. Karla's contribution of changing from nitrile gloves that take 200 years to break down in landfill to biodegradable nitrile gloves that break down by 30% during the first seven months, 90% in 1.5 years and within two years completely break down in landfill will have the largest positive impact on our business as we use nitrile gloves across a number of areas and sites.
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Sharing a mix of business news with Seafood Chowder
Kaimahi engagement is important at Moana with an increasingly proactive and diverse collective of employees around the country.
The desire to connect is strong between teams so we’ve facilitated a new engagement session ‘Seafood Chowder’ as a fun, relaxed, monthly opportunity for the people of Moana to meet in person and virtually. The time we spend together brings meaning to our work, and people can place names with roles and faces, all whilst enjoying some fun banter and sharing ideas across important kaupapa that are explored during each session.
The time we spend together brings meaning to our work.
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