People’s Choice Round 2 voting for the 2026 2degrees Auckland Business Awards is now open, and we’d love your support!

Step 1: Register or Login with your email and password.  Step 2: Choose your region.  Step 3: Vote!

Click here and vote for your favourite!

North & West closes on 26 August at 11.50pm  |  South & East closes on 1 September at 11.50pm  |  Central closes on 10 September at 11.50pm

Join us in celebrating the exceptional businesses in Auckland’s business community at the 2degrees Auckland Business Awards!

The awards provide an opportunity for businesses to gain recognition and celebrate their achievements, while also connecting with other business leaders and building valuable relationships within the business community.

At the 2degrees Auckland Business Awards, we believe that every business has a unique story to tell. Whether you’re a small start-up or a large established company, we want to hear about your innovative and creative solutions, your commitment to communities and your customers, as well the employment practices, strategic planning, and sustainability practices that you’re bringing to the table.  It’s time to recognise excellence and celebrate the business within Auckland and the impact that you’re making in your industry and community.

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2026 Award Categories

The 2degrees Auckland Business Awards are a unique opportunity for businesses to celebrate excellence and gain recognition for their hard work.

With nine categories to choose from, including best emerging business, excellence in innovation, excellence in customer service delivery, excellence in marketing, excellence in sustainability, excellence in community contribution, employer of the year, excellence in strategy and planning, and people’s choice, there’s a category that fits every business. Entering the awards provides a framework for growth and best practices, giving you a roadmap for success. By taking a closer look at your operations, you can identify areas for improvement, grow your business, and gain a competitive edge.

Becoming a finalist and winning an award can also be powerful, helping you attract new customers and talent, engage your team, and solidify your position as a leader in your industry.  But the benefits of entering the awards go beyond recognition and marketing. It’s also a chance to connect with other business owners, share ideas and insights, and learn from each other’s successes and challenges. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your brand and position yourself as a leader in your industry.  Learn more about the categories and choose the categories that best aligns with your business and enter the 2degrees Auckland Business Awards today.

View 2026 Award Categories

Which category should I enter?

Use our online tool to discover the category best suited to your business.

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