
Sustainable Business Awards open for entries – and raise the bar for 2026
New Zealand’s longest-running sustainability awards programme is calling for entries, with expanded categories and a direct pathway to a global million-pound prize.

New Zealand’s longest-running sustainability awards programme is calling for entries, with expanded categories and a direct pathway to a global million-pound prize.

Christchurch’s Tait Communications has been named PwC Hi-Tech Company of the Year at the 2026 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, capping a record-breaking night for New Zealand’s third-largest export sector.

Over 300 entries mark another milestone year for the 2026 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, with the Gala Dinner set for May in Auckland.

New Zealand’s boldest innovators and sustainability leaders have been celebrated at the 2025 Sustainable Business Awards.

Kami co-founders Alliv Samson and Hengjie Wang have been named the EY Entrepreneur of the Year New Zealand 2025.

Harrisons Flooring and The Coffee Club Ōmokoroa named Supreme Winners at the Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards in milestone 30th year.

Deloitte has announced the finalists for the 2025 Deloitte Top 200 Awards, recognising New Zealand organisations and leaders who are driving resilience.

The winners of The David Awards 2025 have been announced via a special online presentation, celebrating the country’s most innovative, resilient, and community-focused small businesses.
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