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Together with Aotearoa New Zealand and our global network, we’re working to build a culture where transparency, integrity and good governance are core values – for individuals, for businesses and for Governments.

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Working with Pacific Partners

We work with Pacific chapters of Transparency International and other organisations on programmes that support Pacific people to fight and to resist corruption.

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Corruption Perceptions Index

The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) ranks the countries’ public sectors by their perceived levels of corruption. New Zealand currently ranks 1st equal in Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index.

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We focus on accountability, transparency and integrity in public services and private business: where it looks good, and where there are problems.

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RESEARCH INTO THE EFFECTIVENESS OF NEW ZEALAND'S ANTI-CORRUPTION INSTITUTIONS

Research commissioned by Transparency International New Zealand (TINZ) investigates the effectiveness of anti-corruption institutions in New Zealand in deterring, detecting and exposing corruption.

Researcher, Dr Simon Chapple considered concepts and measures of corruption and whether perceptions match with reality.  He looked at changing threats, as well as progress against past assessments. He sought the opinions of experts to be able to comment on the effectiveness of core anti corruption institutions.

Read the full research report: An assessment of the effectiveness of anti-corruption institutions in New Zealand in deterring, detecting and exposing corruption, and the associated research brief: How Well Do we Counter Corruption?  

New Zealand’s score slips in latest Corruption Perceptions Index, now ranked third


New Zealand is ranked third in the international corruption perceptions ranking prepared annually by Transparency International.

2023 is the first time since the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) was revised in 2012 that New Zealand has not been in the top two.

Compiled annually, this index ranks countries worldwide by perceived levels of public sector corruption.
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WHAT WE CAN DO TOGETHER

Corruption and lack of accountability threaten our democracy, our economy and the values of fairness and justice that we hold dear. Transparency International New Zealand works with Government, the private sector and civil society to identify corruption risks and to promote integrity and transparency as antidotes to corruption. This makes New Zealand a better place to live, for everyone.

Accountable Government

Working across Central & Local Government

New Zealand has one of the most trusted public sectors in the world, and we’re committed to helping our government continue to lift the global standard in democracy. We work across both central and local government to build transparency, accountability and integrity.

This work includes anti-corruption training, leadership programmes, and regular updates to the overall National Integrity Systems Assessment, providing key recommendations and areas of improvement.

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Transparent Business

Anti-corruption actions in the Private Sector

New Zealand businesses benefit from a global reputation as one of the easiest places to do business. But complacency poses a risk, as bribery and other forms of organised crime remain alive and well in our private sector.

We work with organisations to help identify the abuse of entrusted power for private gain, and support the Government to legislate effectively against corruption.

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Transparent Pacific

Voices in the Pacific

Low population numbers, poverty and remoteness make it more difficult to sustain chapters in Polynesia, while corruption runs rampant. Since the closing of chapters in the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, and Fiji, Transparency International New Zealand has been acutely aware of the need for stronger voices for integrity and accountability in the region.

Funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), our South Pacific Network includes work with Integrity Fiji and the development of a risk assessment tool for small nations.

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Why Transparency International New Zealand?

New Zealand’s Anti-Corruption Hub

If you’re wondering about the checks and balances in place across private and public sector organisations, TINZ is your go-to for information and updates on whistleblowing, anti-corruption legislation and initiatives promoting transparency and building integrity systems.

Support FOR Organisations

We help organisations along their journey to becoming more transparent, ethical and accountable. From information and self-assessment tools to training and leadership courses, TINZ helps both teams and individuals to promote a culture (and reputation) of trust and integrity.

A Movement For All Kiwis

Less corruption in business and Government, and more accountability from our leaders, makes for a fairer, more democratic New Zealand. We’re a small team with the support of passionate volunteers, working to help make New Zealand a better place for all Kiwis.
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About Us

Over 20 years ago, Transparency International New Zealand (TINZ) joined a global coalition of now more than 100 accredited, non-for-profit chapters. Together with our members, partners, volunteers, staff and global network we’re working towards a collective vision of a world free of corruption.

In New Zealand, TINZ works collaboratively with the Government, businesses and people like you to stop the abuse of power, bribery and secret deals – wherever they may be found. We’re proud that New Zealand is seen to have the least corrupt public sector in the world.  It is our unique responsibility, therefore, to continue lifting the standard for democracy globally.