Finalists Announced for the Inaugural 2026 Club & Community Awards

30 January 2026

Clubs New Zealand is proud to announce the finalists for the inaugural 2026 Club & Community Awards, celebrating the outstanding contribution our member clubs make to their communities across New Zealand.

These Awards recognise excellence across a range of categories, from community engagement and member experience through to gaming, food and beverage and overall club excellence.

We are delighted to congratulate the following finalists:

Community Engagement Award

• Richmond Club
• Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club
• Whakatane Sport Fishing Club
• Glenview Club
• Rangiora RSA

Club Connect Award

• Richmond Club
• Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club
• Mangere Cosmopolitan Club

Spirit of Club Award

• Wakefield Bowling Club
• Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club

Club Excellence Award: Large

• Richmond Club
• Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club
• Rangiora RSA
• New Plymouth Club
• Hornby Club

Club Excellence Award: Small

• Glenview Club

Standout Gaming Venue

• Richmond Club
• Petone Club
• Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club
• Hornby Club

Excellence in Food & Beverage

• Richmond Club
• Rangiora RSA
• New Plymouth Club

Being named a finalist is a significant achievement and reflects dedication, leadership and the community focus of each club.

Winners will be announced at the Club & Community Awards Dinner during the 2026 Clubs New Zealand Conference, AGM & EXPO, hosted by the New Plymouth Club from 26-28 March 2026.

Congratulations to all finalists, we look forward to celebrating with you in New Plymouth.

If you would like to join the celebration at New Plymouth Club tickets are available by clicking here.