It’s time to celebrate the best of Aotearoa. Join us for our annual Awards Gala and be in the room as we announce your 2025 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa winners.

Each guest will be treated to 

• An heart-warming evening of celebration, impact and exceptional hospitality hosted by our venue partner: Viaduct Events Centre.
• A bespoke 3-course menu by Peter Gordon and Collective.
• An open bar with New Zealand’s finest wines, beers and cocktails.
• Access to the onsite Winner’s Lounge following the Awards ceremony.
• Address from our Awards Te Koruru Patron Miriama Kamo.
• The chance to rub shoulders with the best of the best Aotearoa have to offer, individuals who have contributed to the improvement of our country over the past 12 months.
  
  

How the night will roll

6.00pm – Doors open to Viaduct Events Centre, canapés, bubbles and cocktails in the foyer
6.30pm – Welcomed from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and seating begins
7.00pm – Awards ceremony begins 
10.30pm – Awards ceremony concludes all guests welcomed into the onsite Winner’s Lounge
11.30pm – Event ends

Dress code 

Whether it's your finest black tie or cultural attire, wear what feels right for you.

Accessibility

Accessibility is a priority for our guests, we will have a sign language interpreter presenting for the duration for the Awards ceremony. We invite you to get in touch if you need any access assistance office@nzawards.org.nz

Additional Information

Please note that there may be use of strobe lighting before, during and after the Awards ceremony