Katikati and Waihī Beach Excellence Awards 2026

The Katikati and Waihī Beach Business Awards 2026 celebrate the innovation, resilience, and community spirit that define our local business landscape. Showcasing excellence across a diverse range of industries, these awards recognise the people and enterprises who go above and beyond to contribute to the vibrancy and success of our region. From long-standing family businesses to emerging entrepreneurs, the awards highlight outstanding achievements, inspire growth, and strengthen connections within our thriving coastal communities.

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to dress up, this is it.

Guests will be welcomed with cocktails on arrival, courtesy of Wilderkin Spirits, with grazing tables flowing through the evening and a photobooth to capture the night. Three local guest speakers will share their stories across community, business, and sport. These are ordinary-extraordinary people from our own backyard. And joining us for a live, one-hour

Q&A is Nadia Lim, MasterChef New Zealand winner, qualified dietitian and author, co-founder of My Food Bag, and Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit. It’s the kind of name you don’t often see in our corner of the country, and it’s set to be a highlight of the evening.

TICKETS

Tickets go on sale from Saturday, 1st August 2026 at waihibeach.co.nz and www.katikati.org.nz. Spaces are limited, so mark the date on your calendar.