Newsletter - 19 January 2026
Ata mārie,
Welcome to 2026! We hope you have had a chance to enjoy a well earned break and are feeling refreshed for the year ahead.
As we step into 2026, the Chamber team is looking forward to another year of connecting, inspiring, supporting and advocating for Waikato businesses. From insightful events and practical learning opportunities to strong networks and timely business insights, our focus remains on helping you navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead with confidence.
This year's events calendar gets underway in February and promises to deliver inspirational and informative content ranging from workshops, training, networking and more! Check out all upcoming events on our website.
We are here to support you, whether you are looking to grow your network, build capability within your team, access trusted advice, or stay informed on the issues that matter most to business in our region. We encourage you to get in touch, attend an upcoming event, or simply reach out for a conversation about how we can assist you and your business in 2026.
Member Shout Out
Congratulations to Tolbecs Ear Clinic who have been announced as the Overall Nationwide Winner of the 2025 Most Trusted Business Awards. These awards celebrate hardworking, honest, and trustworthy businesses across New Zealand and are not based on size, scale or revenue - they are based purely on reputation, as judged by the New Zealand public. Read more here.
Congratulations to the Maber family at Power Farming who were awarded the EY Family Enterprise Award of Excellence 2025. This award specifically recognises leaders of outstanding entrepreneurial families who have demonstrated a successful balance between business and family, growing the business while taking responsibility for others through philanthropic and social engagement.
Have a great week ahead,
The Chamber Team
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