Trust Waikato becomes first Community Trust to join Stewardship Code
Trust Waikato has become the first Community Trust to sign up to the Aotearoa New Zealand Stewardship Code, recognising stewardship as a crucial part…
Investment
January 21, 2026
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At Trust Waikato, stewardship is more than a principle, it’s our commitment to supporting the wellbeing and aspirations of communities throughout the Waikato region.
We manage a globally diversified investment portfolio with foresight, ensuring sustainable support for generations to come.
In early 2025, Trust Waikato joined a coalition of institutional investors and New Zealand fund managers to support the introduction of the Modern Slavery Bill. By signing a joint statement calling for urgent legislative action on forced labour and human trafficking, we demonstrated how stewardship can extend beyond investment decisions to influence national policy and uphold human rights.
Our Stewardship Practice Report outlines how we apply the Aotearoa New Zealand Stewardship Code, guided by our strategic plan, policies, and Ngaa Pou Rautaki (Strategic Pillars).
Read the full report and see how we uphold our responsibilities as an asset owner on behalf of our communities: https://shorturl.at/K2g0H
Together, we’re building a future of wellbeing and aspiration for Waikato.
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