The Farmer Autovillage Tauranga Business Awards is the Chamber’s flagship event, recognising and celebrating the best of business in the western Bay of Plenty.

This annual event carries a prestigious reputation for its in-depth trusted judging process and the quality of entrants. It is one of the many ways that we support and champion local business in the region.

If you are not familiar with these Awards, check out the detailed information below.

If you are familiar with these Awards, we have new categories, new judges, and a simpler application process that aims to showcase the variety of business excellence that we have in the region.

Secure your tickets

Kick-off 2025 by inspiring your team and clients with an evening of celebrating local business excellence. Join the Bay’s premier black-tie business event at Mercury Baypark Arena, with renowned media personality – Newstalk ZB host – Kerre Woodham on 13 February 2025.

About the Awards

Frequently asked questions about the Tauranga Business Awards.

2025 Categories

View the range of categories available to enter (by 18 November), as we focus on highlighting a range of business success stories across the region. Any business based in the Western Bay is welcome to enter – you don’t need to be a Chamber member.

Peopleโ€™s Choice – Sponsored by Newstalk ZB

Voting for the Peopleโ€™s Choice Award will be available once applications close – stay tuned!

Enter (2025 closed)

Entries have closed for the 2025 Awards. If you are interested in entering next time, please contact us to let us know. Future entrants should also buy tickets to get a feel for the event.

2022 Award Winners

View the full list of award winners for the 2022 Tauranga Business Awards.

Event Partners

A huge thank you to all our sponsors โ€“ your support makes these business awards possible! Without you, this event wouldnโ€™t be the success it is.

2022
Business of the Year

Kids Ride Shotgun

Congratulations to Mount Maunganui-based business Kids Ride Shotgun on taking out the Business of the Year Award at the Tauranga Business Awards 2022.

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