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Riverina Murray
The Riverina Murray Business Awards celebrates the innovation, resilience and dedication of businesses across the region. We believe that businesses play a vital role in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and contributing to the overall well-being of our region. That's why we are committed to recognising the hard work and dedication of businesses of all sizes and industries.
Our awards program is designed to showcase the best of the best in our region. Whether you are a startup, a small business, or a large corporation, we have a category that recognises your unique accomplishments. From innovative products and services to exceptional customer service and community involvement, we celebrate all aspects of business excellence.
By participating in the Regional Business Awards, you not only have the opportunity to gain recognition and exposure for your business, but you also become part of a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for success. Our judges are industry experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, providing valuable feedback and insights that can help you take your business to the next level.
We invite you to join us in celebrating the vibrant business community in our region. Whether you are a finalist, a sponsor, or simply a supporter of local businesses, your involvement helps to build a stronger, more resilient economy for all.
The Riverina Murray Business Awards gala will be held on Friday 13 October.
Ticket sales close Friday 15 September.
2023 Finalists
The Outstanding Employee Award recognises an inspirational employee who has demonstrated a passion for their role and a commitment to their workplace and the community.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to their workplace, the community and to being an outstanding employee. To be eligible to enter this category, the individual must have been employed by their current employer for a minimum of 18 months.
2023 Finalist:
- Amie Fazekas, Sureway Skills Training
- Annette Davies, WDF Accounting + Advisory
- Brodie Palmer, Rural Health
- Claire Nolan, Deniliquin Children's Centre
- Jane Bateup, Helloworld Travel Cootamundra
- Sarah Taranto, Owen Toyota, Griffith City Volkswagen & Leeton Toyota
- Tahliah Carlin, Salon Muse
The Outstanding Young Business Leader Award recognises an inspirational business leader aged 35 or under who has demonstrated a commitment to their workplace, industry and the community through leadership.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to creating a smarter and more inclusive future and to being an outstanding business leader. To be eligible to enter this category, the individual must have held a management position within their organisation for a minimum of 18 months at the time of entry.
2023 Finalist:
- Adam Bannister, Pyrus Events
- Bonita Ross, Cla-Chique Hair Studios
- Cassandra Cadorin, Candid Marketing
- Chris Barron, Domino's Tumut
- Christina Guthrie, The Guthrie Collective
- Kate Small, Kate Small Design and Small Trading Co
- Megan Rook, ADAPT Community Services
- Patrick Dawson, Patrick Dawson Law
- Stacey Crampton, Pure Serenity Massage and Beauty
The Outstanding Business Leader Award recognises an inspirational business leader aged 36 years or over who has demonstrated a commitment to their workplace, industry and the community through leadership, whilst providing mentorship to others.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to creating a smarter and more inclusive future and to being an outstanding mentor and business leader. To be eligible to enter this category, the individual must have held senior management or executive level position within their organisation for a minimum of 18 months at the time of entry.
2023 Finalist:
Bree Tucker, Haús of Vitality
Cassandra Irvin, Elements of Health & Wellness
Clayton Wood, Business Edge Advisors
Diane Gorman, Westpac Bank
Kate O'Callaghan, Whitton Malt House Pty Ltd / Southern Cotton Pty Ltd
Mark Macarthur, Macarthur Real Estate Agency
Nicola Curry, Temora Aviation Museum
Steven Watson, National Audits Group
Vicky Lowry, Deni Play On The Plains Festival Ltd
The Excellence in Micro Business Award recognises a business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the specific strategies implemented to achieve business success and/or resilience.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of business excellence. This category is open to businesses with less than 5 employees at the time of entry, who have been trading for a period of over 24 months.
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The Excellence in Small Business Award recognises a business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the specific strategies implemented to achieve business success and/or resilience.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of business excellence. This category is open to businesses with 5 to 20 employees at the time of entry, who have been trading for a period of over 24 months.
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The Excellence in Large Business Award recognises a business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the specific strategies implemented to achieve business success and/or resilience.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of business excellence. This category is open to businesses with 21 or more employees at the time of entry, who have been trading for a period of over 24 months.
2023 Finalist:
- Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod
- Boots Civil
- Calabria Family Wine Group
- Flemings Property Services
- Macarthur Real Estate Agency
- RSM Australia
- The Local Pizzeria Tumut
- WDF Accounting + Advisory
The Outstanding Start-up Award recognises a start-up business that has effectively driven growth and is able to demonstrate the potential to achieve future success.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to being an outstanding start-up. This category is open to new businesses trading for a period of less than 24 months.
2023 Finalist:
- Garden Paws
- Haul Fly Fishing
- Haús of Vitality
- Kids I Can Coordinated Developmental Supports
- Kinetic K9
- Luxe Shutters
- Riverina Mobile Vet & Equine Dentistry
- Storyteller: The Baron's Tasting House
The Excellence in Innovation Award recognises a business that has implemented innovative solutions for new and existing needs through the introduction or improvement of a product, technology, or application that impacts the wider community.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of innovation.
2023 Finalist:
- Leading Edge Data Centres
- Encore Electrical Solutions
- Haus of Vitality
- Mercy Connect
- Seamlss
- SunRice Group
The Excellence in Sustainability Award recognises a business that has demonstrated its commitment to sustainable business practices and is working to reduce the impact of its operations on the environment.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key area of environmental sustainability. Category criteria are based on initiatives and projects executed within the business not related to its core offering.
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The Outstanding Visitor Experience award recognises a business that understands the importance of visitor engagement for a region’s economy* and reputation. The business needs to articulate how they promote the region as well as offering an exceptional visitor experience.
Entrants are required to demonstrate how their business showcases the region/community and how their offering is unique within their industry.
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The Employer of Choice Award – 20 Employees and under, recognises a business that has implemented strategies and initiatives to create a stimulating and supportive workplace environment.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key areas of employee recruitment, engagement and retention. Category criteria are based on initiatives that have had a positive impact on both employees and the business.
2023 Finalist:
The Employer of Choice Award – 21 Employees and over, recognises a business that has implemented strategies and initiatives to create a stimulating and supportive workplace environment.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their achievements over the past 12 months across the key areas of employee recruitment, engagement and retention. Category criteria are based on initiatives that have had a positive impact on both employees and the business.
2023 Finalist:
- Hume Bank
- Malmet
- Mercy Connect
- Macarthur Real Estate Agency
- Owen Toyota
- RSM Australia
- The Local Pizzeria Tumut
- WDF Accounting + Advisory
This Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award recognises businesses that address the needs of a diverse community, including seniors, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and people with disability. An inclusive business facilitates the needs of all its employees and customers.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to address the needs of a diverse community. This category is open to businesses that have been trading for a continuous period of two or more years.
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The Outstanding Community Organisation Award recognises an organisation that works to improve the social, cultural or environmental well-being of the community.
Entrants are required to demonstrate their commitment over the past 12 months to being an outstanding community organisation. This category is open to social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations that have been trading for a period of over 24 months.
2023 Finalist:
Country Universities Centre Western Riverina
The Outstanding Local Chamber Award recognises the achievements of a Local Chamber of Commerce in supporting its members to maximise their business potential.
To be eligible to enter this category, Local Chambers must be a part of the Business NSW Chamber Local Chamber Alliance program.
2023 FInalist:
Business of the Year is open to all winners of the following categories:
Excellence in International Business
Employer of Choice
Excellence in Innovation
Excellence in Sustainability
Outstanding Community Organisation
Outstanding Start-up
Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion
Excellence in Micro Business
Excellence in Small Business
Excellence in Large Business
This award is awarded to a Business that has been judged to be an outstanding business, that has provided an entry that demonstrates achievements and excellence over and above all other entrants.
