Development benchmarks
Our performance range outlines a roadmap for your council's journey.
While our reporting and insight framework provides a robust snapshot of your council's performance, continuous improvement is the goal.
Our development benchmarks incorporate a Te Ao Māori perspective, evaluating council performance through the phases of Mauri Moe, Mauri Oho, Mauri Tū, and Mauri Ora.
- Mauri moe: Inactive
At this stage, councils may not yet recognise the opportunities for improvement, reflecting an initial level of performance where growth and development have yet to begin. - Mauri oho: Aware
At this stage, the council has recognised the necessity and potential benefits of change. Performance indicates a shift from inactivity or low performance to active engagement, showing a readiness to explore new possibilities and drive advancement. This represents a moderate level of performance. - Mauri tū: Active
In this state, the council has committed to change and formulated a plan to achieve it. They are actively implementing the necessary work and actions to fulfil their aspirations. This places them at the upper end of performance. - Mauri Ora: Thriving
The final phase reflects a high level of awareness, active engagement, and ongoing evolution, where the council is adaptive and thriving in its operations and relationships. This epitomises the highest level of performance and indicates a state of vitality within the organisation.
Regardless of your council’s current state, Te Korowai advocates progress over perfection. Our focus is continuous improvement and the sharing of good practice — guiding councils toward excellence through an openness to learning and change.
You can demonstrate your commitment to continuous improvement by showcasing your certification on your website and other council channels.
Find out more about certification
Additional learning and development opportunities
Councils working to lift their performance have access to a wide range of existing professional development through LGNZ such as Ākona, our learning and development programme for elected members, and other training and consultancy services.