The 2014 Finalists… Champion Producer/Manufacturer Champion Infrastructure SMALL ENTERPRISE Buildtech BioBrew Ltd Buildtech specialises in the construction of commercial; multi unit housing; new and architectural homes; renovation and extensions; hospitality; and insurance repairs, in and around Canterbury. BioBrew Ltd develops, produces and distributes cutting edge probiotic microbial technology for the agricultural and human health sectors. Concrete Connect CRONZ (Carpets & Rugs of New Zealand) CRONZ creates high end, bespoke rugs and carpets for discerning clients. Their designs and products are found on floors in public, private, commercial and residential properties around the world. Concrete Connect is a niche concrete adhesion company, specialising in the repair, injection and protection of concrete and servicing the industrial and commercial construction sector. Greystone Wines Leighs Construction Greystone Wines grows and makes award winning wines on the clay and limestone hills in Omihi, Waipara. Greystone is the current Air New Zealand Trophy winner for best Pinot Noir. Leighs Construction is a project delivery and construction company with a vision to be the best in our field, delivering construction projects across a number of sectors throughout New Zealand. MEDIUM/LARGE ENTERPRISE Rangiora Bakery Rangiora Bakery is a contract manufacturing bakery to many leading brands of cafes and supermarkets both here in New Zealand as well as Australia. Ravensdown Ravensdown is one of New Zealand’s major fertiliser manufacturers and soil nutrient specialists. Ravensdown’s purpose is to support the agri-sector’s financial and environmental performance for a more prosperous nation. Tumblar Products Ltd Tumblar Products is a leading contract manufacturer in Australasia for multi-national fast moving consumer good corporations. They specialise in liquids, powders, extruded blocks and insect control products. Champion Professional Service SMALL ENTERPRISE Automation Assist Automation Assist Ltd design and install building automation systems and solutions, focusing on energy efficient lighting systems in commercial buildings as well as offering home automation and audio-visual systems. BVT Engineering Professional Services BVT Engineering Professional Services are New Zealand’s leading plant, equipment and machinery engineering consultants. BVT provides approachable, relevant and fast service, and strives to be the engineering professionals you recommend. Concentrate Christchurch Gondola Concentrate is a marketing agency specialising in the hi-tech sector, helping to transform brilliant technical innovations into winning products. Described by Lonely Planet as “One of Christchurch’s most popular attractions”, the Christchurch Gondola takes visitors on a gondola experience to the top of Christchurch’s Port Hills. Science Alive Haka Tours Science Alive is a charitable trust that provides fun and educational science programmes to the Canterbury community. Since the earthquakes, they have been operating in an outreach model. Haka Tours operates 3 to 24 day guided adventure and snow tours of New Zealand. In 2010, they began to expand with an upmarket backpackers brand “Haka Lodge” in Christchurch. MEDIUM/LARGE ENTERPRISE Air Force Museum - Vbase Partnership Davis Ogilvie & Partners Limited Davis Ogilvie & Partners is one of the few South Islandowned multi disciplinary professional consultancies of its type - providing a full suite of engineering, surveying and planning services. Plato Creative Plato Creative is an award-winning agency focused on building the brands of ambitious businesses across New Zealand. Warren and Mahoney Warren and Mahoney is a multi-disciplinary architectural practice. Christchurch is where the practice began, and we’re committed to rebuilding the central city as a vibrant and attractive context for people and business. Champion Tourism/Hospitality SMALL ENTERPRISE Akaroa Dolphins Akaroa Dolphins is a nature tourism company, offering exclusive, intimate and unique luxury cruises on Akaroa Harbour. MEDIUM/LARGE ENTERPRISE Together the Air Force Museum with its new building and Vbase with its expertise have crafted a new temporary venue to attract high yielding business tourism events back to Christchurch. Canterbury Museum Canterbury Museum delivers innovative, world-class exhibitions and events that showcase permanent collection items and touring exhibitions. The Museum welcomes 650,000 visitors annually and preserves collections and memories for future generations. Earth & Sky Earth & Sky deliver internationally recognised astro-tourism at the Cowan’s and Mt John University Observatories in Lake Tekapo, situated at the heart of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Read part 2 on Thursday 21 August. For a full list of finalists visit www.championcanterbury.org.nz Winners will be announced at the 2014 Awards Ceremony on Wednesday 17 September at Horncastle Arena. This is a sell-out event, book your tickets at championcanterbury.org.nz HCA.CO.NZ CCA0097 LEAD SPONSOR P R I N C I PA L S U P P O RT E R S GOLD SPONSORS S I LV E R S P O N S O R S