Hawke's Bay firms have dominated the nation's top retail awards, with Grieve Diamond Jeweller receiving the national Supreme Award at the Retail NZ Top Shop Awards for retail excellence, with Kilt also receiving accolades.
Retail New Zealand general manager for public affairs Greg Harford said the award recognised outstanding omnichannel outlets for a "fantastic customer experience".
"Grieve Diamond Jeweller was first established in 1934, so has a long history, and Hastings should be proud that one of its longstanding retailers has received a national honour," he said.
Owner Robert Griffiths said the national award was "huge" for the business "and it is huge for Hawke's Bay as well - that little old Hastings can hold off the rest of the country".
He said the Supreme Award encompassed all parts of the business: product, service and online channels.