Plain Language Awards

Celebrate the stories of our clearest business communicators

Announcing this year’s shortlists

A beautiful handmade trophy is one of several prizes in store for Accuro Health Insurance. Image by A Beautiful Photo

After the first phase of judging in this year’s People’s Choice Awards, our two expert judging panels have agreed on their shortlists.


Who made it to our Best shortlist?

The following nominations have been shortlisted for our People’s Choice — Best Plain English Communication Award:

Who made it to our Worst shortlist?

The following nominations have been shortlisted for our People’s Choice — Worst Brainstrain Award:

  • Auckland City Council — Proposed Plan Change letter
  • Christchurch City Council — Te Wai Ora o Tāne Draft Integrated Water Strategy
  • Rabo Capital Securities Limited — Redemption Notice letter

What happens next

Our judges will review all shortlisted entries in greater detail. They’ll then decide on this year’s finalists.
We’ll announce the finalists on Thursday, 17 October.
Our media partner, Newsroom, will announce this year’s winners on their website on Thursday, 28 November.