We recognise the environmental, social and economic needs of the communities we work in and endeavour to be a good neighbour. We will involve relevant communities in initiatives we implement.
We're committed to supporting our communities through various activities, support and sponsorships.
Major initiatives include our flagship Community Post programme, which provides free postage to non-profit groups, and our ongoing commitment to fostering reading, writing and literacy in New Zealand. The New Zealand Post Children's Book Awards, the Books in Homes Programme, the Katherine Mansfield Literary Award, our support of the Auckland Theatre Company and the New Zealand Post Writers and Readers Week, which is part of our sponsorship of the New Zealand International Arts Festival are some examples of our commitment to the communities in which we operate.
At a local level, our people take part in community, business and sports events raising money for a range of local and national charities, while also participating in important groups such as Chamber of Commerce and community groups. We also have local initiatives in place that support young people through work experience.