We’re absolutely thrilled to share some exciting news from the grove – Gladstone Olive Company won a Silver Award at the 2025 New Zealand Olive Oil Awards!

We can’t stop smiling.

A Win That Means the World

The NZ Olive Oil Awards are the biggest celebration of olive oil excellence in Aotearoa, bringing together growers from all over the country. To have our oil recognised on a national stage – among some of the best producers in the industry – is a huge honour and a proud moment for our entire team.

Every bottle of our oil carries a story: early mornings, muddy boots, unpredictable Wairarapa weather, broken fingernails (and tractors), and a community of family and friends who pitch in when it matters most. This award celebrates all of that.

Why This Silver Is Extra Special

This year’s win feels particularly meaningful because it follows what was one of our biggest and busiest harvests ever. We experimented with new equipment, picked more olives than ever before, navigated challenging weather, and ended up pressing one of our best oils yet – vibrant, fragrant, and packed with fresh, peppery goodness.

To see that hard work recognised by expert judges is incredibly rewarding. It confirms what we already knew: the 2025 harvest is something special.

A Huge Thank You to Our Community

We couldn’t have done it alone. Our volunteers, families, kids, neighbours, and hardworking pickers all played a part in bringing this year’s oil to life. Awards like this reflect a whole community coming together, and we’re so grateful for everyone who helped along the way.

Try Our Award-Winning Oil for Yourself

If you haven’t tasted the 2025 harvest yet, now’s the perfect time. Whether you drizzle it, dip it, cook with it, or gift it – this year’s extra virgin olive oil is something worth savouring.