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<\/span><\/div><\/div>Announcing the winners of 2017 Kiwi Business Heroes Awards<\/span><\/h1>\nWeb Genius is pleased to announce the winners of the inaugural Kiwi Business Heroes Awards: Happy Hens<\/span><\/p>\nResults:<\/span><\/h2>\n1st place: Happy Hens<\/span><\/p>\n2nd place: NZ Proud Property Maintenance<\/span><\/p>\n3rd place: Signcraft Kapiti<\/span><\/p>\nFinalists: Brightwall and Tauranga Balustrades and Gates<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nWhat makes a Kiwi Business Hero?<\/span><\/h1>\nTo qualify as a Kiwi Business Hero, each entrant must show how they meet four criteria:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- the perseverance<\/strong> that took them through difficult times as the business got on its feet<\/span><\/li>\n
- the value<\/strong> their business brings to the local community through client testimonials or other means
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- the contribution<\/strong> the business makes to the local economy, whether directly or indirectly by supporting other New Zealand businesses, and<\/span><\/li>\n
- the charity<\/strong> done for the future of the business\u2019s local community. This could be ongoing charity work, event organisation or community work with a long term positive effect.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Voting is now closed for 2017, but you can still click on a business logo below to read their story or click here to enter for this years awards<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-Bodyhealth.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Bodyhealth provide leading physiotherapy, podiatry and acupuncture and can help you overcome chronic health problems with our innovative techniques to restore your body\u2019s natural balance and well being.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-Brightwall.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Brightwall are the expert installers of\u00a0Autex acoustic panels in Auckland, as well as offering\u00a0whiteboard and pinboard installation\u00a0and\u00a0pallet racking maintenance with a team of professional staff offering cost-effective, efficient and quality installation and repairs.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-ElmosTyres.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Elmo\u2019s Tyre Service is an independent tyre shop supplying a wide range of\u00a0leading tyre brands\u00a0and part-worn tyres. From car tyres to tractor tyres, to\u00a0car batteries\u00a0our workshop stocks the lot. Our skilled tyre technician can also carry out swift\u00a0puncture repair\u00a0and professional\u00a0wheel alignment\u00a0to get you back on the road smoothly.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-HappyHens.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Happy Hens is a popular\u00a0gift shop in Dunedin\u00a0which attracts a cult following. Much more than just a\u00a0Dunedin tourist attraction, Happy Hens offers a fabulous range of products, handmade in New Zealand. Whether you are visiting Dunedin or based overseas, you too can delight in the magic of Happy Hens<\/p>\n<\/div>
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<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Understanding everything there is to know about mortgages, home loans, KiwiSaver and insurance is difficult, and often you might feel you are missing out on the best deal. Andre Stokes can explain all you need to know in plain English and ensure you get the right product for your circumstances.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-NZProud.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>NZ Proud delivers landscaping, property maintenance and renovation services on the Kapiti Coast and offers every service from landscaping, property maintenance and rental property repairs through to home renovations.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-SignCraft.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>SignCraft Kapiti provides comprehensive sign, graphic, and digital printing services for businesses throughout the Greater Wellington area \u2013 including Wellington, Kapiti Coast, Horowhenua, and Manawatu. We have the experience and tested systems to make your promotional project a successful one.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-SimplyBeds.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Simply Beds is 100% New Zealand owned and operated with the biggest range of beds, bed frames and bedroom furniture in Auckland. We have been involved in the bedding industry since 1982 supplying homes throughout the greater Auckland area with superior quality beds and mattresses.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-SunshineCleaners.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Sunshine Cleaners provides a range of cleaning services throughout Christchurch and the Canterbury region including crime scene cleanup, suicide cleanup, blood and bodily fluid cleaning and meth decontamination.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/kiwibusinessheroes.co.nz\/awards\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/logo-TBalGates.jpg\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>The friendly and experienced team at Tauranga Balustrades & Gates have been producing top-quality, built-to-last aluminium gates, fencing and glass fencing for over 20 years and can custom design something to suit your needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Results:<\/span><\/h2>\n1st place: Happy Hens<\/span><\/p>\n2nd place: NZ Proud Property Maintenance<\/span><\/p>\n3rd place: Signcraft Kapiti<\/span><\/p>\nFinalists: Brightwall and Tauranga Balustrades and Gates<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\nWhat makes a Kiwi Business Hero?<\/span><\/h1>\nTo qualify as a Kiwi Business Hero, each entrant must show how they meet four criteria:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- the perseverance<\/strong> that took them through difficult times as the business got on its feet<\/span><\/li>\n
- the value<\/strong> their business brings to the local community through client testimonials or other means
\n<\/span><\/li>\n- the contribution<\/strong> the business makes to the local economy, whether directly or indirectly by supporting other New Zealand businesses, and<\/span><\/li>\n
- the charity<\/strong> done for the future of the business\u2019s local community. This could be ongoing charity work, event organisation or community work with a long term positive effect.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Voting is now closed for 2017, but you can still click on a business logo below to read their story or click here to enter for this years awards<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Bodyhealth provide leading physiotherapy, podiatry and acupuncture and can help you overcome chronic health problems with our innovative techniques to restore your body\u2019s natural balance and well being.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Brightwall are the expert installers of\u00a0Autex acoustic panels in Auckland, as well as offering\u00a0whiteboard and pinboard installation\u00a0and\u00a0pallet racking maintenance with a team of professional staff offering cost-effective, efficient and quality installation and repairs.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Elmo\u2019s Tyre Service is an independent tyre shop supplying a wide range of\u00a0leading tyre brands\u00a0and part-worn tyres. From car tyres to tractor tyres, to\u00a0car batteries\u00a0our workshop stocks the lot. Our skilled tyre technician can also carry out swift\u00a0puncture repair\u00a0and professional\u00a0wheel alignment\u00a0to get you back on the road smoothly.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Happy Hens is a popular\u00a0gift shop in Dunedin\u00a0which attracts a cult following. Much more than just a\u00a0Dunedin tourist attraction, Happy Hens offers a fabulous range of products, handmade in New Zealand. Whether you are visiting Dunedin or based overseas, you too can delight in the magic of Happy Hens<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Understanding everything there is to know about mortgages, home loans, KiwiSaver and insurance is difficult, and often you might feel you are missing out on the best deal. Andre Stokes can explain all you need to know in plain English and ensure you get the right product for your circumstances.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>NZ Proud delivers landscaping, property maintenance and renovation services on the Kapiti Coast and offers every service from landscaping, property maintenance and rental property repairs through to home renovations.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>SignCraft Kapiti provides comprehensive sign, graphic, and digital printing services for businesses throughout the Greater Wellington area \u2013 including Wellington, Kapiti Coast, Horowhenua, and Manawatu. We have the experience and tested systems to make your promotional project a successful one.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Simply Beds is 100% New Zealand owned and operated with the biggest range of beds, bed frames and bedroom furniture in Auckland. We have been involved in the bedding industry since 1982 supplying homes throughout the greater Auckland area with superior quality beds and mattresses.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>Sunshine Cleaners provides a range of cleaning services throughout Christchurch and the Canterbury region including crime scene cleanup, suicide cleanup, blood and bodily fluid cleaning and meth decontamination.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>The friendly and experienced team at Tauranga Balustrades & Gates have been producing top-quality, built-to-last aluminium gates, fencing and glass fencing for over 20 years and can custom design something to suit your needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>
2nd place: NZ Proud Property Maintenance<\/span><\/p>\n 3rd place: Signcraft Kapiti<\/span><\/p>\n Finalists: Brightwall and Tauranga Balustrades and Gates<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div> To qualify as a Kiwi Business Hero, each entrant must show how they meet four criteria:<\/span><\/p>\n Voting is now closed for 2017, but you can still click on a business logo below to read their story or click here to enter for this years awards<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span> Bodyhealth provide leading physiotherapy, podiatry and acupuncture and can help you overcome chronic health problems with our innovative techniques to restore your body\u2019s natural balance and well being.<\/p>\n<\/div> Brightwall are the expert installers of\u00a0Autex acoustic panels in Auckland, as well as offering\u00a0whiteboard and pinboard installation\u00a0and\u00a0pallet racking maintenance with a team of professional staff offering cost-effective, efficient and quality installation and repairs.<\/p>\n<\/div> Elmo\u2019s Tyre Service is an independent tyre shop supplying a wide range of\u00a0leading tyre brands\u00a0and part-worn tyres. From car tyres to tractor tyres, to\u00a0car batteries\u00a0our workshop stocks the lot. Our skilled tyre technician can also carry out swift\u00a0puncture repair\u00a0and professional\u00a0wheel alignment\u00a0to get you back on the road smoothly.<\/p>\n<\/div> Happy Hens is a popular\u00a0gift shop in Dunedin\u00a0which attracts a cult following. Much more than just a\u00a0Dunedin tourist attraction, Happy Hens offers a fabulous range of products, handmade in New Zealand. Whether you are visiting Dunedin or based overseas, you too can delight in the magic of Happy Hens<\/p>\n<\/div> Understanding everything there is to know about mortgages, home loans, KiwiSaver and insurance is difficult, and often you might feel you are missing out on the best deal. Andre Stokes can explain all you need to know in plain English and ensure you get the right product for your circumstances.<\/p>\n<\/div> NZ Proud delivers landscaping, property maintenance and renovation services on the Kapiti Coast and offers every service from landscaping, property maintenance and rental property repairs through to home renovations.<\/p>\n<\/div> SignCraft Kapiti provides comprehensive sign, graphic, and digital printing services for businesses throughout the Greater Wellington area \u2013 including Wellington, Kapiti Coast, Horowhenua, and Manawatu. We have the experience and tested systems to make your promotional project a successful one.<\/p>\n<\/div> Simply Beds is 100% New Zealand owned and operated with the biggest range of beds, bed frames and bedroom furniture in Auckland. We have been involved in the bedding industry since 1982 supplying homes throughout the greater Auckland area with superior quality beds and mattresses.<\/p>\n<\/div> Sunshine Cleaners provides a range of cleaning services throughout Christchurch and the Canterbury region including crime scene cleanup, suicide cleanup, blood and bodily fluid cleaning and meth decontamination.<\/p>\n<\/div> The friendly and experienced team at Tauranga Balustrades & Gates have been producing top-quality, built-to-last aluminium gates, fencing and glass fencing for over 20 years and can custom design something to suit your needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>What makes a Kiwi Business Hero?<\/span><\/h1>\n
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