Thinking of entering the 2025 ALGIM Awards?
The 2025 ALGIM Awards are for projects, teams and individuals that demonstrate excellence in local government and their community. The awards are open to any council, or council-controlled organisation (CCO) in Aotearoa New Zealand.
The 2025 ALGIM awards recognise local government:
- teams who work well to achieve the best outcomes
- individuals who demonstrate the best leadership and practices
- councils who embrace and leverage technologies to their advantage, for example to operate more effectively and efficiently to provide a great customer experience.
Last year, we had over 40 entries in our Project of the Year category alone, and we know a well-crafted submission is key to standing out. A great project, team or individual alone isn’t enough, winning entries are those that tell a compelling story and clearly demonstrate impact.
This year we have decided to move GIS into a Data & Insights stream which opens it to more projects, teams and individuals in local government. This year, we are introducing a new award in the ICT stream -ALGIM Excellence in IT Infrastructure (Network, Cloud & On Premise) Award and introducing a financial prize to Professional Excellence Team of the Year winners.
View the Criteria for the 2025 Awards
How to Enter
If you want to submit an entry, please click on the category below.
- Project of the Year
- Professional Excellence Team of the Year
- Training and Development Grants
- Collaboration Excellence
- Jim Higgins Leadership
- Excellence in IT Infrastructure (Network, Cloud & On Premise)
Entries for the 2025 ALGIM Awards must be received before the close of business on Friday, 19 September 2025.
2025 Awards Categories
To help you put forward the strongest entry possible, we’ve created a couple hints like:
- What makes a winning entry – Key elements that grab the judges’ attention.
- Why the awards matter – How they recognise and celebrate local government excellence and achievement.
- What judges look for – Insights to help you showcase your achievements.
- Common pitfalls to avoid – Mistakes that could cost you the win.
Below you can also find a couple examples of award submissions from last year along with the criteria for each award category.
What makes a winning entry?
- Clarity and Conciseness: Clear alignment with the award criteria
- Best Practice: Showcase any tools, techniques or innovation considered best practice.
- Demonstrated Outcomes: Provide strong evidence and data to support your claims.
- Compelling Storytelling: Can make your entry stand out by hooking the judges in.
Why the awards matter?
- Recognition: These awards highlight the hard mahi and dedication of local government teams.
- Credibility: Winning an award enhances the credibility and reputation of your organization.
- Motivation: Awards can boost morale and motivate teams to continue striving for excellence.
- Networking: They provide opportunities to connect with other professionals.
What judges look for?
- Relevance: Ensure your award submission aligns with the award criteria.
- Compelling Story: First impressions count, make your submission shine like a diamond.
- Creativity: Be unique and don't be afraid to challenge the way of doing things.
Common pitfalls to avoid:
- Lack of Clarity: Avoid vague or unclear descriptions.
- Insufficient Evidence: Make sure to back up your claims with solid evidence.
- Ignoring Criteria: Ensure your entry reflects all the specified criteria.
Examples of 2024 Submissions:
Here are some examples of submissions for our awards from 2024, showcasing the incredible talent and creativity of our participants. Each entry highlights unique achievements and innovative ideas, making it a tough decision for our judges.
- Project of the Year Award - IM, Rangitikei District Council
- Project of the Year Award - Geospatial, Northland Regional Council
- Project of the Year Award - Smart Communities, Te Kaunihera o Te Tairāwhiti Gisborne District Council
- Project of the Year Award - CX, Christchurch City Council
- Project of the Year Award - ICT, Nelson City Council
- Project of the Year Award - WDC, Wellington City Council
- Collaboration Excellence Award - The Silt and Debris Taskforce, Hawkes Bay Regional Council
- Professional Excellence Team of the Year Award - ICT, The Go Digital Programme Team
- Training and Development Grant - Web, Digital & Communications, Waikato Regional Council
- Jim Higgins Leadership Award - Neil McGowan, Auckland Council
Criteria for the 2025 Awards:
ALGIM Awards Guide
For more information on the Awards, view our awards guide.
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