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Kia ora ,

The excitement is building as we approach the highly anticipated Te Hui Taumata a FM Summit Aotearoa in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Our operations team is hard at work, ensuring this will be the best FM Summit yet, bringing the finest FM vibe to the heart of New Zealand. Like last year, the AGM will kick off day two of the summit, and we eagerly await the announcement of the finalists for the Ngā Tohu a FM Awards. Our gala awards dinner will be a night of celebration, honoring the very best in FM on 20 September.

The theme woven into this year's summit, "He iti hau marangai e tū te pāhokahoka – Like rainbows after a storm, success follows when we embrace the changing world, leaving business as usual behind," reflects the growing importance of FM as a profession, the solutions we provide and our crucial role in addressing various issues in our built environment here in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Leading up to the summit, we have two exciting webinars that will set the stage for insightful discussions. Make sure you don't miss out on these (details below).

One of our summit sessions will feature Nick Roberston from BERL, shedding light on the economic impact and significance of FM. We are currently seeking input from our community as BERL conducts an assessment of the facilities management sector's economic contribution to New Zealand. Your input is valuable, so we encourage you to participate and share your insights if you haven’t already.

Attention, everyone, please take note all of you with Green Star, NABERSNZ or Net Zero Building certifications. World Green Building Week (11-15 September) marks our collaboration with NZGBC and links to our summit theme the following week. As a key summit topic and with energy transparency on the horizon, we want to celebrate your commitment and leadership in this space during World Green Building Week. See below for more info.

In other news, we're thrilled to announce our partnership with CHASNZ, a step towards further showcasing FM's value at the design table. There are details below on how you can get involved.

We've also received alarming reports of an increasing number of electrical incidents and near misses involving trades and contractors on job sites. Your input is crucial in tackling this issue. Please see below for details and share your valuable feedback with us.

Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to the facilities management profession. Together, we can provide solutions to address the various issues in our built environment. We look forward to exploring these crucial topics and engaging in enriching conversations at Te Hui Taumata a FM Summit Aotearoa 2023.

Ka kite ano, see you soon,

Nā Jo

Jo Duggan
Chief Executive

PS: While FM Summit is just around the corner, let's not forget our National Series that has just kicked off. Wayne Tacon from MoE has been a captivating and insightful speaker at our two events this week. As the value of our existing buildings rises amidst climate challenges, the demand for skilfully managed upgrades will only intensify, underscoring the ever-growing significance of facilities managers in the years ahead

Have you registered for FM Summit? You only have until midnight on Tuesday to save with our early bird discount - no extensions! A two-day early bird member registration is an investment of $1100+gst versus $1300+gst, and a one-day registration will cost you $550+gst before midnight on Tuesday and $650+gst after. Find out more and register.

FINALISTS ANNOUNCED NEXT WEEK

Judging is now complete for this year's Ngā Tohu a FMANZ Awards - thank you to our panel of FMANZ and guest judges for their dedication and time. Finalists will be announced next Wednesday! We look forward to celebrating with them all in Christchurch on 20 September and would love you to join us. Purchase your tickets to our gala awards dinner via the FM Summit online registration form.

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS: A GROWING CONCERN

A number of members have drawn our attention to a growing concern in the industry - electrical incidents and near misses for trades and contractors when they are working on sites.

We are seeking feedback from you on how you manage this risk and any ideas you might have on how as an industry we can make sure we are all playing our part to ensure the safety of everyone who works on our sites. Please email Jo with your feedback and ideas.

This is a very real and concerning issue. Click here to see some examples of the electrical hazards that trades and contractors are facing daily, including electric shocks from exposed, live cables in ceiling spaces; electric shocks from switchboards; and electrical near misses.

STEP UP AND GET INVOLVED

TAKE PART IN AN IMPORTANT SURVEY
We have engaged Business and Economic Research Limited (BERL) to complete an assessment of the economic impact of the facilities management sector and our contribution to New Zealand’s economy, with results to be presented at FM Summit on 21 September. This is HUGE news and very exciting for our sector but we need your help. To inform the assessment, BERL is seeking input from FMANZ members and is asking you to complete a survey to capture information on your organisation’s role in the sector, as well as information on expenditure, and employment. Please note: Senior FMs – this survey is most relevant to you. Read more here or dive straight into the survey, which will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. To enable BERL to complete this work, and present results at summit, please complete and submit your response by 11 August.

BE PART OF A CHASNZ/FMANZ WORKING GROUP
Are you passionate about enhancing safety in construction designs for downstream stakeholders? Do you want to elevate the status of FM as a respected provider of advice and bring FM professionals closer to the design table? Construction Health and Safety New Zealand Trust (CHASNZ) is looking for FM professionals to join a small working group it is forming through FMANZ. By brainstorming and developing initiatives for an industry-wide Health and Safety by Design action plan aligned with the Construction Sector Accord, you will help to create a safer and more collaborative construction environment and actively shape the future of the FM industry and its role in promoting safety. If you're interested in participating in a series of web meetings, please reach out to FMANZ CEO Jo Duggan. The group is limited to eight, so get in quick if you're keen to be involved!

CELEBRATE YOUR RATING DURING WORLD GREEN BUILDING WEEK
With the government signaling that energy performance certificates for buildings could be mandated as soon as next year, this year's World Green Building Week (11-15 September) is an opportunity to celebrate your leadership in this space and promote your commitment to a low-carbon future - an example of our summit whakatauki in action: He iti hau marangai e tū te pāhokahoka – Like rainbows after a storm, success follows when we embrace the changing world, leaving the business as usual behind.

Together with the NZGBC, we want to work with you to showcase your rated buildings during World Green Building Week, which takes place the week before FM Summit. Ideas include foyer or reception breakfasts, printed information boards highlighting your building’s sustainability features, all-day cupcakes (with your certification as the “icing on the cake”), digital signage in lifts, treasure hunts to find and label sustainability features, or tenant presentations/drinks/activities. Email Jennifer and the team at NZGBC or Jo to find out more.

HELP TO PROFESSIONALISE THE INDUSTRY
Thank you to our newest professional members for helping to professionalise facilities management as a career. Jerry George MFMANZ - PMG, Rachelle Greig MFMANZ - Trust Management Ltd, Carrie Guthrie MFMANZ - Ministry of Education, Alisa Hansen MFMANZ - Mackersy Property, Steve McCoy MFMANZ - Paramount, Craig McFarlane MFMANZ - Te Whatu Ora Waitemata, Tom Newell MFMANZ - Bluestone, Karl Svenoy MFMANZ - Woolworths, Chris Maronovic AFMANZ - Ventia NZ, Bryce Gousmett AFMANZ - Synlait Milk Limited and Stephanie Watts-Pointer AFMANZ - Wellington City Council can start using their post-nominals to demonstrate commitment to their career and the facilities management industry. Promote yourself and the industry by applying for professional membership today. You'll find all the information you need here.

UPCOMING EVENTS

NATIONAL SERIES:
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK - UPGRADING NZ'S SMALL AND REMOTE SCHOOLS

What does it take to manage the upgrade of hundreds of small schools in some of the remotest parts of New Zealand? Join us for our August National Series to find out. We're heading off the beaten track with Programme Manager Wayne Tacon for a deep dive into the Ministry of Education's Ngā Iti Kahurangi (‘small and highly valued treasures’) programme to improve the internal environments of New Zealand's smallest and most remote schools. Major topics of interest from an FM perspective include procurement, programme planning, budget management, and sustainability.

Take note: While our national series has traditionally been a breakfast event, we've responded to feedback from branch committees that alternative timeslots may suit some regions better. Waikato and Bay of Plenty, you're sticking with breakfast, Auckland and Otago, you're looking at a 5.30pm start, and Canterbury, we'll see you for lunch. (Wellington and Manawatu, we hope you enjoyed your sessions this week.)

This National Series is kindly sponsored by ActivePure for Air & Surface Purification, a Big Blue Ltd company.

Canterbury: Wednesday 16 August, 12 noon. More info and register.
Otago: Wednesday 16 August, 5.30pm. More info and register.
Waikato: Wednesday 23 August, 7.30am. More info and register.
Auckland: Wednesday 23 August, 5.30pm. More info and register.
Bay of Plenty: Thursday 24 August, 7.30am. More info and register.

WORKING LUNCH: SEISMIC RISK ASSESSMENT & DESIGN STANDARDS WELLINGTON WEDNESDAY 30 AUGUST 12 NOON
During this working lunch Mark Ryburn, Senior Structural Engineer at MBIE, will share his extensive knowledge of seismic risk assessment and structural engineering to increase the seismic capacity of buildings and building code compliance. More info and register.

PRE-SUMMIT WEBINAR: EMBRACING SUSTAINABILITY IN THE CHANGING WORKPLACE ONLINE, TUESDAY 5 SEPTEMBER, 12 NOON
FMs lead the charge in creating better workspaces that prioritise sustainability. This special pre-summit webinar showcases a compelling case study, exploring carbon reduction and measurement while promoting collaboration, productivity, and well-being with flexible and hybrid work arrangements. A taste of the great things to come in the sustainability space at FM Summit! More info and register.

PRE-SUMMIT WEBINAR: THE JOURNEY OF TE PAE ONLINE, WEDNESDAY 13 SEPTEMBER, 12 NOON
Join us for an exclusive look at the outstanding facility that awaits us at FM Summit Aotearoa 2023. During this special pre-summit webinar, Te Pae's Director of Building Services, Ken Davidson, and General Manager Ross Steel will talk about the extraordinary journey of the facility, from its inception through to design, construction, and handover. More info and register.

SUMMIT EVE TOUR OF TE PAE CHRISTCHURCH, TUESDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 4.00PM
And then you can go behind the scenes of Te Pae for a special tour to visit the areas FMs are most interested in. Taking place on the eve of the summit, this is a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues, especially if you’re traveling from out of town, before wandering along the road for summit welcome drinks. More info and register.

FM SUMMIT AOTEAROA CHRISTCHURCH, 20-21 SEPTEMBER
For the first time ever, Te Hui Taumata a FM Summit Aotearoa is being held in the South Island, hosted by Pio Terei. Don't miss out on THE facilities management event of the year! Register before midnight on Tuesday 8 August to save with our early bird discount. More info and register.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING CHRISTCHURCH, THURSDAY 21 SEPTEMBER 8.15AM
This year's AGM is being held during FM Summit at Te Pae. A breakfast event, the AGM will be over in time for members to enjoy day two of the summit. More info and register.

To read: Inspiring case studies of businesses pushing towards a low-energy economy, as showcased by EECA.

To browse: Infrastructure New Zealand's new website - makes their research, insights, advice and information easier to find.

To read: Our facilities management careers and salary survey. This 16-page report explores what employers are looking for, what motivates FMs to change jobs, how much you can expect to be paid and much more. Available exclusively to members, you'll find it under Member Resources (Other) on our website.

Register for FM Summit before midnight on Tuesday to save!

Register for the behind-the-scenes tour of Te Pae the day before while you're at it ... plus the two pre-summit webinars...

And the AGM on day two of the summit for good luck!

A WORD FROM OUR CORPORATE PLATINUM SPONSOR

Environmental Specifications & Performance - Green Focus is our Normal

There are a number of paint labels coming into New Zealand claiming to be ‘good’ for the environment and some of these are misleading. There is really only one environmental label to look for and that is ‘Eco Choice Aotearoa’, formerly Environmental Choice New Zealand. This is NZ’s only government-owned and endorsed Type 1 Eco label, guaranteeing products are waterborne and low, ultra-low or zero VOC products.

In 1996, we were the first company to manufacture environmental paint products and in 2006 we partnered with NZ Green Building Council, strong advocates for healthy homes. We are proud of our range of zero and ultra-low VOC products (under 5 grams per litre), which are commonly specified for markets such as the aged care and retirement sector.

Note: While it is desirable to have low or no VOC it is difficult to eliminate all VOC in paint as it is necessary for flow, leveling, and durability.

Look out for - Be sure to check your contractors are using ‘Environmental Choice’ products and look out for claims from other countries around colour fastness. These may not hold up in NZ’s harsh UV environment.

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