Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park has been named the Supreme Winner at the 2026 Claymark Hauraki Coromandel Business Awards, announced last night in Thames.
The holiday park stood out among 24 finalists across 8 categories, also taking home the Customer Experience Award.
Judge Sue Loader said the business impressed across every area of operation. "A very well-rounded business with strong financial performance, smart use of technology, good systems and continual reinvestment. What really stood out was that the strength of the business went well beyond one area."
Congratulations to all winners, finalists and award recipients.
"A huge congratulations to everyone who put themselves forward for this year’s awards, and especially to all our finalists and winners. Our local businesses are a big part of what makes our communities such great places to live, work and visit, and we’re incredibly proud of the people who choose to do business here and contribute to our communities" said Hauraki District Council Mayor Toby Adams. “It’s also fantastic to see Rino recognised with a Service to Business Award. Rino has made an outstanding contribution to our business community, and it’s great to see that contribution acknowledged. To all those recognised, enjoy the moment. You’ve earned it."
Community Contribution – Community Impact Award winner: Whitianga Community Services Trust. Judges praised the Trust's strong community connections, responsiveness and the meaningful impact it continues to make across Whitianga.
Finalists: Te Whāriki Manawāhine o Hauraki and Tairua Pauanui Sports Fishing Club
Community Contribution – Business Impact Award winner: My Thai. Judges highlighted the genuine connection between the business, its team and the community, with giving back embedded in its day-to-day operations.
Finalists: Whitianga Community Services Trust and Get It On
Customer Experience Award winner: Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park.
Recognised for its outstanding understanding of customers, responsive approach to feedback and commitment to continuously improving the guest experience.
Highly Commended: Hahei Explorer
Finalists: Woof Woof Ranch and Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga
Employer Excellence Award winner: New World Whangamatā. Judges were impressed by the supermarket's strong people-first culture, staff development pathways and exceptional employee engagement and retention.
Finalists: Franklin Vets, Hauraki Māori Trust Board and Hahei Explorer
Marketing & Digital Edge Award winner: Taylor Projects & Solutions Ltd. Praised for its strategic and commercially focused marketing, supported by strong systems and measurable results.
Finalists: Bayleys Coromandel and Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
New & Emerging Award winner: Onform PM Limited. Judges recognised the business's impressive growth, resilience and clear vision, describing it as one to watch for the future.
Finalists: Future Health & Fitness Club and Reach'n'Clean
Sustainability Award winner: Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga. Commended for its practical, measurable sustainability initiatives and commitment to environmental education and leadership within the tourism sector.
Finalists: Build Good Architecture and Driving Creek Railway Ltd
Māori Business Excellence winner: Te Whāriki Manawāhine o Hauraki. Celebrated for its strong sense of kaupapa, deep community connections and commitment to creating positive outcomes for the people it serves.
Finalists: Finest Clothing Limited and Te Irirangi o Pare Hauraki - Ngā Iwi FM
People's Choice Award – Thames-Coromandel winner: Luke's Kitchen.
Selected by the public as a standout local business and community favourite.
Finalist: My Thai
People's Choice Award – Hauraki winner: Turua Bakery.
Recognised by the public for its popularity and strong support within the community.
Finalist: Woof Woof Ranch
Service to Business Award Recipients
The following recipients were also recognised for their outstanding contribution to the business community:
- Rino Wilkinson
- Ricky Bowen
- Peter Richardson
- Colin and Gloria James
