2026 Award Categories

The Excellence in the Primary Industry Awards recognise businesses committed to leading business practices within the primary industry sector. 

Recognise businesses that achieve remarkable success on the international stage while actively supporting the development and advocacy of the export community in Mid Canterbury and New Zealand. 

Recognises dynamic businesses that demonstrate outstanding innovation in products, services, or business models, resulting in improved business performance, operational effectiveness, or customer engagement. 

The Excellence in Customer Experience Awards recognises businesses that consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences. 

The Excellence in Environmental Sustainability Awards recognise businesses committed to driving environmental sustainable practices.

The Excellence in Workplace Wellbeing Awards recognise businesses committed to the health and wellbeing of their organisation. 

The Emerging Business Award recognises and honours emerging businesses that have demonstrated strategic growth and showcased an astute understanding of their markets.

The Excellence in Community Impact Award recognises registered charities and non-profit organisations that positively impact our community. 

The Emerging Business Leader Award recognises dynamic leaders who embrace innovation, resilience, and a generous ethos of inspiring and investing in others.

This award celebrates outstanding leadership and visionary business practices within the vibrant business community of Mid Canterbury.

The Excellence in Manufacturing Award recognise the region's successful manufacturers of materials, products, or technology. 

The Excellence in Retail and Hospitality Award recognise businesses committed to leading business practices within the retail and hospitality sector. 

The Excellence in Tourism Award recognises businesses committed to leading business practices within the tourism sector. 

The Excellence in Professional Services Award recognise businesses committed to leading business practices within the professional services sector. 

Recognising and celebrating overall

excellence from all category winners.