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"Our time to move forward": Sir Rod Drury highlights NZ's potential on the world stage

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Fri, 20 Mar 2026, 8:41am
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"Our time to move forward": Sir Rod Drury highlights NZ's potential on the world stage

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Fri, 20 Mar 2026, 8:41am

Sir Rod Drury believes it's New Zealand's time to step up and make a big difference in the world. 

The Xero founder has been crowned the 2026 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. 

The judges noted in the ceremony last night his driving innovation, empowerment of Kiwi tech leaders, and his venture philanthropy. 

He's involved in multiple projects including pushing for expansion of renewable power and electrified transport. 

Drury told Mike Hosking the world is scary, and Kiwis need to stick together and use our values to contribute to the world. 

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