Watercare Services

Auckland, New Zealand

Watercare supplies drinking water and treats wastewater for Auckland, New Zealand. It is undergoing a transition to operate as a fully regulated utility.

CCI Score

34.01

-0.15% May 31

Latest Event

Watercare's Controversial Lobbying Effort

Watercare Services lobbied the New Zealand Government to amend the Local Government Bill, an action which bypassed shareholder approval and raised concerns over undue corporate influence in political processes.

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Watercare Services is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

DEC

11

2023

Watercare's Controversial Lobbying Effort
-34.52

Watercare Services lobbied the New Zealand Government to amend the Local Government Bill, an action which bypassed shareholder approval and raised concerns over undue corporate influence in political processes.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

December 11

Watercare Services engaged in a controversial lobbying effort aimed at changing the Local Government Bill without obtaining consensus from its shareholder councils. This move demonstrates a willingness to bypass democratic safeguards in order to expand its operational remit, reflecting undemocratic corporate conduct that can be seen as enabling authoritarian practices.

Watercare lobbying sparks row - New Zealand News
NOV

02

2023

Collective Bargaining Agreement Endorsed for Water Services Workers
68.31

Unions have endorsed a multi-employer collective pay agreement that includes a 4.5% pay rise and five weeks annual leave for water services workers, demonstrating a commitment to improved labor rights and fair compensation practices within the water sector.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 20

The new collective bargaining agreement for water services workers shows a strong commitment to improving labor conditions and supporting worker rights. By securing a 4.5% pay rise and five weeks of annual leave, the deal empowers workers and counters exploitative practices. This progress aligns with anti-fascist values that oppose authoritarian labor exploitation and promotes fair treatment in traditionally challenging sectors.

Internal Affairs agrees collective pay deal for water bodies that may never exist
OCT

31

2023

Unions Endorse New Employment Model in the Water Sector
68.28

A multi-union, multi-employer collective agreement aimed at improving labor conditions and addressing workforce shortages in the water sector has been endorsed by major unions. This initiative is seen as a positive step towards ensuring fair labor practices and better working conditions within the industry.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 20

The article highlights a positive development in labor relations, with unions endorsing a new collective agreement that promises improved working conditions, sustainable workforce development, and clear career pathways. This event is seen as a strong endorsement of ethical labor practices and a move away from exploitative practices, thus contributing positively against authoritarian labor policies.

Unions welcome a new model for employing staff in the water sector
OCT

15

2023

Watercare's Lobbying for a Unified Water Utility in Auckland
33.98

Watercare Services is lobbying to consolidate Auckland's water assets into a single regulated entity aimed at maintaining efficient public water services and keeping prices to a minimum. This move emphasizes consumer protection but raises questions about corporate transparency and the potential for obfuscation in political communications.
+40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 20

Watercare Services is engaging in political lobbying by promoting the consolidation of Auckland’s water assets. While this effort is framed as a means to ensure consumer protection and more effective regulation of water pricing, the chairman's ambiguous messaging ('we want shareholders to be in doubt about what views we hold') raises concerns regarding transparency. Nonetheless, the core initiative supports improved accountability in public utilities rather than authoritarian control.

Watercare pushes for one-stop shop - Auckland