Presented by:
2026
Friday 31st July
Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
The Top of the South Forestry Awards celebrate the Nelson and Marlborough forest industry and recognise the skilled workforce across both regions.
CONGRATULATIONS
Phil Woodward
M & R Forestland Management
Skilled Professional of the Year 2026
Congratulations to an industry that is well due recognition for the economic contribution it makes to the local regions of Nelson & Marlborough. Through the initiative of our committee the Top of the South Forestry Awards have come to fruition for the second year running.
The Awards Committee encourages other businesses within the industry to become involved in this exciting event. It is important that we all share the vision to recognise skilled professionals, applaud them and create a desire to continue to lift the profile of forestry in Top of the South.
Key Objectives
Attract
Attract skilled employees to the region as valued forestry industry players.
Upskill
Upskill and lift the standard of the skill base of the forestry workforce.
Celebrate
Provide an opportunity for the industry to celebrate its skilled professionals.
Unite
Unite our industry players.
Challenge
Create a healthy and challenging competition amongst the industry
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