How is Fairfax Media sustainable?
Fairfax Media believes robust, resilient and future focused companies are essential for New Zealand’s economy, especially in a tougher market. Here are some examples of how Faifax Media practices sustainable business in New Zealand.
Our paper
Fairfax Media’s newspapers are made from waste wood fibre that would otherwise end up..
Our environment
Fairfax Media has a strong commitment to the environment.
The Printing and Distribution business unit is engaged in considerable environmental initiatives to improve recycling and reduce energy usage, our carbon footprint and emissions. These initiatives are aligned with emerging government requirements and also assist in reducing costs.
All aluminium plates, plastics, cardboard, ink and rags from the print sites are recycled. Energy consumption has been reduced through the installation of energy efficient equipment such as insulation, lighting controllers and sensor lights; and water saving actions including modified cooling towers and flow restriction devices.
New offices provide us with an opportunity to improve our energy footprint. A sustainable commuting plan was developed to provide employees with several commuting alternatives including public transport, cycling and walking. Supporting facilities such as bike lockers and changing facilities are also provided.
Earth Hour
For the last three years, Fairfax Media has been actively involved with the development and organisation of “Earth Hour”, which has gained international support for action against global warming.
Our community
Fairfax is a leading supporter of New Zealand’s key media industry events encouraging creative development including the CAANZ Media Awards, CAANZ Axis Awards, CAANZ Effie Awards, NZ Marketing Awards, Fairfax / Ad Media Agency of the Year Awards, and Fairfax Media AWARD Copy School. Other media events it supports include the Sir Terry McLean Awards, NZ Students’ Press Association Awards and the Mike Robson Fellowship.
Fairfax First Books
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays
New Zealander of the Year Awards
Fairfax Media is proud to be a presenting partner of the New Zealander of the Year Awards.
The New Zealander of the Year Awards recognise, encourage and reward New Zealand’s most vital asset - its people. The awards seek out and honour the incredible achievements of individuals, organisations and community groups who inspire us through their commitment, hard work and achievements.
The awards programme celebrates the contributions of New Zealanders from all walks of life and provides all New Zealanders with the opportunity to recognise someone who inspires them, makes them proud and embodies pure Kiwi spirit.
Nominations can be made in five award categories:
- Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year
- Countdown Senior New Zealander of the Year
- Coca-Cola Amatil Young New Zealander of the Year
- Mitre 10 Community of the Year
- Kiwibank Local Heroes
The Local Heroes Awards will celebrate one national winner and recognise Local Heroes at a regional level by awarding up to 250 Kiwibank Local Heroes medals in 25 regions across New Zealand.
If you know an individual, organisation, or community you think deserves to be recognised by these awards we encourage you to nominate them. To nominate, or for more information, visit the New Zealander of the Year Awards website or get a nomination form from your local Kiwibank, Mitre 10 or Countdown.
Fairfax Media Business Hall of Fame
Established in 1994 by the Enterprise New Zealand Trust, the Fairfax Media New Zealand Business Hall of Fame recognises and celebrates individuals who, through enterprise, have made a significant contribution to the economic and social development of New Zealand.
As a media organisation that is committed to being a beacon for talent and developing its future leaders, Fairfax Media identifies with the belief that it is people that make organisations great. Along with Fairfax Media’s commitment to providing New Zealanders with first class business journalism, the Business Hall of Fame is a great sponsorship fit for Fairfax Media.