Celebrating Success, Inspiring Excellence

The Residential Property Managers Association of New Zealand (RPMA) Awards celebrate the best in the residential property management industry. Whether you’re an emerging property manager, an experienced professional, or a valued industry supplier, these awards recognise dedication, innovation, and leadership in our field.

Find out about the different award categories, explore past winners, and get ready to submit your entry for the 2025 RPMA Awards.

Award Categories

 

Rising Star Award (Regional & National)

    • Recognising outstanding property managers with less than two years’ experience.
    • Regional Winners are selected in 16 regions.
    • The National Winner is chosen from the regional winners and announced at the RPMA Conference.

Property Manager of the Year (Regional & National)

    • Celebrating exceptional experienced property managers (2+ years in the industry).
    • Regional Winners are awarded in 16 regions.
    • The NZ Property Manager of the Year is selected from the regional winners and announced at the RPMA Conference.

 

Recognition of Contribution to the Industry (National Only)

    • Recognising an individual who has made a significant impact on the property management sector.
    • Open to non-members and presented at the RPMA Conference.

 

Industry Supplier of the Year (National Only)

    • Recognising suppliers who contribute to the efficiency, cost savings, and performance of RPMA members.
    • Open to non-members and awarded at the RPMA Conference.

 

Regional Award Structure


The Rising Star Award and Property Manager of the Year Award are awarded at a regional level first, with winners progressing to the national awards.

Regions include: 
    • Northland
    • Auckland North
    • Auckland East
    • Auckland West
    • Auckland South
    • Waikato
    • Bay of Plenty
    • Gisborne
    • Hawkes Bay
    • Taranaki
    • Manawatu / Whanganui
    • Wellington
    • Top of the South
    • Canterbury
    • Otago
    • Southland

Regional judging takes place between June and July, with winners announced throughout this period.

The NZ Property Manager of the Year and NZ Rising Star are selected from the regional winners and awarded at the RPMA Conference (24 July 2025, JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport & Conference Centre).


 

Find Out More

  • RPMA Conference 2025
    Join us at the annual RPMA Conference, where we celebrate the national award winners and recognise industry excellence.

 


Why Enter the RPMA Awards?

  • Be Recognised – Gain credibility and stand out as a leader in property management.

  • Grow Your Business – Use your award status to strengthen your professional profile and attract clients.

  • Celebrate & Connect – Network with the best in the industry and be inspired by their success.

  • Next Awards Event: RPMA Conference – 24 July 2025 (JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport & Conference Centre)

Learn More & Enter Now!

 

2025 Awards

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Past Awards

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