Celebrating our 2025 Award Winners
Published on 23 September 2026
Our annual Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota Awards Night is an opportunity to come together and recognise the people whose dedication, hard work and commitment have made a real difference over the past year.
This year’s celebration was held at Brewtown in Upper Hutt, with a more relaxed and laid-back setting than previous years. It gave our team the chance to unwind, catch up and celebrate another successful year together.
The evening was hosted by Andrew Mulligan, one of our Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota Brand Guardians, who brought plenty of energy and entertainment to the night. Guests also enjoyed delicious catering from The Good Food Society and treats from the Daisy Days Gelato Cart.
A new addition to this year’s awards was the People’s Choice Award. Voted for by our team, this award recognises someone who lives our values every day, supports those around them and makes a positive impact across the business. Congratulations to Henry Wiramanaden, our inaugural People’s Choice Award winner.
- People’s Choice Award: Henry Wiramanaden
- Vehicle Groomer of the Year: Noah Morris
- Technician of the Year: Jay Frampton
- Apprentice of the Year: Josh Saxton
- Used Vehicle Consultant of the Year: Gavin Jackson
- New Vehicle Consultant of the Year: Tom MacIntyre
- Service Employee of the Year: Melanee Bush
- Parts Employee of the Year: Hayden Wright
- Finance & Insurance Consultant of the Year: Hannah March
- Manager of the Year: Jacqui Wierenga
- Support Employee of the Year: Chanel Tahana
- Employee of the Year: Hayden Wright