Kora has been named the South & East People’s Choice Award winner at the 2026 2degrees Auckland Business Awards… and the best thing about this award – it was decided entirely by public vote.
The People’s Choice category is unique within the 2degrees awards programme. Unlike other categories that are entered in to and judged by an independent panel, this award is determined by the people who matter most, our customers, community, partners, staff and supporters.
Every vote represents a real person choosing to stand behind a business they believe in, and that makes this recognition deeply meaningful to the entire Kora team.
The People’s Choice Award celebrates businesses that have created genuine impact.
For us at Kora, this award reflects what we stand for. From day one, our mission has been simple, to make fuel more affordable, more predictable, and easier to manage for everyday Kiwis and businesses, while delivering excellence in customer service as a team.
Whether it is helping families stretch their weekly budget, supporting small business owners with cash-flow-friendly billing, or simply answering the phone and helping someone, everything we do is built around people first.
Kora CEO Liza Cox-Hancy says the award is a reflection of the trust customers place in Kora every day.
“This award belongs to our customers. Every vote represents a relationship built on trust, service and genuine care.
“We have always believed that if you look after people properly, they will stay with you. To be recognised by the community in this way is humbling and motivating for our entire team.”
This award is also a shared celebration with our fuel partners, Waitomo and Mobil, whose support makes Kora possible nationwide.
Waitomo CEO Simon Parham shared his congratulations following the announcement.
“What makes this win for Kora so special is that it comes directly from the community they serve. The People’s Choice Award reflects genuine trust, and Kora has earned that through their relentless focus on looking after everyday Kiwis. We are proud to be part of their journey.”
A special thanks to our customers, partners, community groups and supporters across the South & East of Auckland and beyond, along with the sponsors of the People’s Choice Award, Kiwibank, 2degrees and the Auckland Chamber of Commerce.
Here is to our Kora community and to many more milestones together.
The Kora Team
