Video will play in Play now Don't auto playNever auto playPrivate Training Enterprise EmployNZ took out the top award from a strong field of finalists on Friday night at the 2016 Westpac Tauranga Business Awards. Fisheries company Sanford won the Waikato University Management School Corporate Leadership Award, while Tauranga businessman and property developer Tom Roper won the Powerco Excellence in Business Award (see story below). "There were some very strong contenders for Westpac Tauranga Business of the Year, resulting in five finalists. "We're sure this is a stepping stone to even greater business success. As proud supporters of local, regional and national businesses, Westpac is delighted to help with a programme that inspires organisations to strive for and celebrate success."

Source: New Zealand Herald October 16, 2016 04:07 UTC