Recognising excellence in residential property management across New Zealand.
RPMA Conference 2025
About the RPMA Awards 2025
The RPMA Awards celebrate excellence in residential property management across Aotearoa. This year’s Industry Supplier of the Year, Rising Star Award and regional winners for Property Manager of the Year have now been revealed and will go on to compete for the national titles.
The NZ Property Manager of the Year—will be announced at the RPMA Conference on 24 July 2025 at JetPark Hotel, Auckland.
By celebrating the success stories of individuals and teams who raise the standards of property management, the RPMA Awards aim to inspire excellence and encourage best practices throughout the industry.
2025 RPMA Award Winners
Regional Awards - Property Manager of the Year
Auckland North |
Nicole Mei |
Auckland East |
Isaac Woo |
Auckland West |
Judy Raill |
Auckland South |
Holly Hiko |
Waikato |
Elizabeth Stewart |
Hawkes Bay |
David Pearse |
Taranaki |
Courtney Belgrave |
Manawatu / Whanganui |
Paul MacKenzie |
Wellington |
Louise Stefanovic |
Top of the South |
Pauline Johnson |
Canterbury |
Long Nguyen |
Otago |
Jimmy Ho |
Southland |
Jodi Watt |
NZ Property Manager of the Year |
To be announced at the RPMA Conference – 24 July 2025 |
NZ Rising Star of the Year |
Kimberly Davis |
Industry Supplier of the Year |
Star Trade Services |
Award Categories & Criteria
Rising Star Award (Regional & National)
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- For property managers with less than 2 years’ experience.
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- Regional winners progress to the national final.
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- Judged on customer service, portfolio growth, and innovation.
Property Manager of the Year (Regional & National)
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- For property managers with 2+ years’ experience.
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- Regional winners progress to the national final.
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- Judged on portfolio performance, client service, and leadership.
Recognition of Contribution to the Industry
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- Honours an individual who has made a significant impact on the property management sector.
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- Not restricted to RPMA members.
Industry Supplier of the Year
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- Recognises suppliers who contribute to efficiency, cost savings, and innovation for RPMA members.
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- Not restricted to RPMA members.
Hear from Past Winners
Each year, the RPMA Awards celebrate the best in property management. But don’t just take our word for it—here’s what last year’s winners had to say about their experience: