
1 May 2025,
Hilton Auckland
Celebrating excellence, innovation, and collaboration between Germany and New Zealand.
Application deadline extended until Fri, 2 April 2025!
GNZCC Business Awards 2025/26
We are pleased to announce the return of the GNZCC Business Awards 2025/26 on 1 May, celebrating excellence, innovation, and collaboration between Germany and New Zealand.
These prestigious awards recognise outstanding businesses and individuals who have contributed to fostering bilateral trade, investment, and growth between our two nations.
The GNZCC Business Awards are an opportunity to showcase your achievements in strengthening economic ties, driving innovation, and creating new opportunities across industries. Whether you’re a leading corporation, a dynamic start-up, or a visionary entrepreneur, we invite you to submit your entry and be part of this exciting celebration of success.
The awards culminate in a formal Gala Dinner, where winners will be recognized for their exceptional contributions to the business community. This prestigious event brings together key stakeholders, influencers, and leaders, providing a unique platform for networking and furthering cooperation between Germany and New Zealand.
Ready to Enter?
Entries ARE OPEN - don’t wait and join us in celebrating the future of bilateral relations and business excellence.
Reserve your Tickets!
SALES ARE OPEN - Discover the various ticket options and packages available.
Introducing our MC for the evening:
Rachel Smalley
With over 25 years of experience in journalism across digital, television, radio, and print, Rachel Smalley has excelled in roles such as Programme Host, Foreign Correspondent, and Executive Producer. Her extensive global reporting has shaped her expertise in strategic communications and storytelling, which she now applies to representing causes and organizations. As the founder of The Medicine Gap, she advocates for reform of New Zealand’s unfunded medicines crisis, using her skills to amplify critical issues and drive change.
As our fabulous MC for the evening, Rachel will ensure we will all have a fantastic night. Having hosted the last awards, her wealth of experience and vibrant energy will make this event truly special again.
Accomodation Discounts
Don't forget, we have special accommodation discounts available for our guests: