12/10/2026
What an incredible evening celebrating pride, purpose and people.
The Tawa Pride in Work Awards 2026 recognised 18 remarkable people from across our community. These awards are not about job titles. They celebrate people who can be relied upon, support their colleagues, do the right thing when nobody is watching, and quietly make their workplaces better.
Pride in work is not simply about the job you do. It is about how you choose to do it. Our nominees were recognised because they bring commitment, integrity and kindness to their work every day, often without seeking recognition.
We also heard from Simon Stone, a Tawa local who turned years of frustration with hearing protection in the building industry into Mufftech - a company with global impact. His story was truly inspiring.
Congratulations to all 18 nominees and award recipients. Thank you for the example you set and the difference you make to your colleagues, customers, organisations and the wider Tawa community.
People matter. Connection matters. Integrity matters. Kindness matters. And taking pride in a job well done matter.
Congratulations to everyone celebrated at the Tawa Pride in Work Awards 2026!