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2019 Bendigo Bank Margaret River Region Business Awards

[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”115881″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow” full_width=”yes” box_shadow=”yes”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” disable_element=”yes” text_align=”center” animation=”animate-when-visible”][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text lead=”yes”]ENTRIES INTO THE 2019 BENDIGO BANK MARGARET RIVER REGION BUSINESS AWARDS ARE NOW CLOSED![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text lead=”yes”]Thank you to the many businesses who entered. All submissions are currently being judged by an independent panel of business experts. The finalists will be announced by the end of July.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”20″][vc_column][kleo_button title=”ENTER NOW” href=”https://mrcci.com.au/download/120895/” style=”primary” position=”center” size=”lg” type=”boxed-icon” icon=”star-2″ font_size=”22px” font_weight=”700″ uppercase=”yes” letter_spacing=”25″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Why Enter the Business Awards?

Recognise Your Business ★ Showcase Your Achievements ★ Celebrate Your Region

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Now in their 12th year, the MRCCI’s Business Awards recognise and reward local businesses for their achievements and contributions to the region, but there’s a lot more than prestige, promotion and prizes to be gained…

Entering the Awards requires you to step outside your business, reflect on your vision, benchmark milestones, highlight achievements, look to the future and create a submission you’ll feel proud of.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Entries will be judged by an independent panel of business experts and all finalists will be recognised with a Certificate of Excellence at a spectacular Gala Presentation Evening, where the winners will be announced and presented with a trophy.

Winner prizes include advertising packages from Triple M ($10,000), Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association ($2,500) and the Times ($1000), as well as a Silver Sponsorship to MRCCI ($1,100).

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Winners of the 2019 Business Excellence Awards

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”10″ content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120900″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://newwork.com.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Excellence in Digital Business Award presented by NewWork

Recognising excellence in digital business technology transition.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Eden Aesthetics

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”10″ content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120777″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.thecreativecorner.com.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Excellence in the Creative Industry Award presented by Creative Corner

Recognising exceptional creative businesses.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Christian Fletcher Gallery

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”10″ content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120776″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.ventura-homes.com.au/margaret-river/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Superb Service Award presented by Ventura Home Group

Recognising superior customer service and satisfaction.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Walk Talk Taste Margaret River

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”10″ content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120772″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Arrived & Thrived Award presented by South Regional TAFE

Recognising the best new businesses, operating for less than 24 months.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Re-Tyre Shoes Margaret River

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120899″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.bendigobank.com.au/branch/wa/augusta-districts-community-bank-branch/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Champion Change Maker Award presented by Bendigo Bank – Augusta & Districts Community Branch

Recognising outstanding not-for-profit organisations and their contribution to the community and economy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

FAWNA Inc

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”87162″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.rusticotapas.com.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Robust & Remarkable Award presented by Rustico at Hay Shed Hill

Recognising business excellence with more than eight full time or equivalent employees.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Cape to Cape Explorer Tours

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120774″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.amdonline.com.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Small & Sensational Award presented by AMD Lorex Chartered Accountants

Recognising business excellence with three to eight full time or equivalent employees.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Wine for Dudes

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120773″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.southwestchildtherapy.com.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Micro & Magnificent Award Highly Commended presented by South West Child & Family Therapy Centre 

Recognising business excellence with less than three full time or equivalent employees.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

The Larder Margaret River

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120773″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.southwestchildtherapy.com.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Micro & Magnificent Award presented by South West Child & Family Therapy Centre 

Recognising business excellence with less than three full time or equivalent employees.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Margaret River Artisan Store

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120901″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”http://www.landsmithcollection.com/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Nature Conservation Environmental Excellence Award presented by The Landsmith Collection

Recognising leadership in environmental best practice and stewardship.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Re-Tyre Shoes Margaret River

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120778″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”http://www.settlerstavern.com/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Community Spirit Award presented by Settlers Tavern

Recognising businesses committed to making a positive difference to the local community.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER (DRAW)

Leeuwin Tyres

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120778″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”http://www.settlerstavern.com/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Community Spirit Award presented by Settlers Tavern

Recognising businesses committed to making a positive difference to the local community.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER (DRAW)

Whitesands Bathroom Renovations

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120811″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.distillery.com.au/giniversity”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]People’s Choice Award presented by Giniversity 

Awarded to the business who gets the most votes from the people![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Margaret River Surf School

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120779″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.margaretriver.com/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Outstanding Visitor Experience Highly Commended presented by Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association

Awarded to a winning business that delivers an exceptional experience in the tourism industry.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

The Humble Horse

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120779″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.margaretriver.com/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Outstanding Visitor Experience Highly Commended presented by Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association

Awarded to a winning business that delivers an exceptional experience in the tourism industry.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Easy Ride Tours

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120779″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.margaretriver.com/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Outstanding Visitor Experience presented by Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association

Awarded to a winning business that delivers an exceptional experience in the tourism industry.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Walk Talk Taste Margaret River

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120780″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.amrshire.wa.gov.au/”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Business Person of the Year Award presented by the Shire of Augusta Margaret River

Awarded to a winning Business Person who has shown great entrepreneurial spirit, leadership, shared vision and direction.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Gene Hardy
Cape to Cape Explorer Tours

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”120781″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” animation=”animate-when-almost-visible” css_animation=”el-appear” link=”https://www.triplem.com.au/southwest”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Business of the Year Award presented by Triple M

Awarded to the best performing business overall.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

WINNER

Wine for Dudes

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GALA PRESENTATION EVENING

All finalists will be celebrated and recognised with a Certificate of Excellence at a spectacular Gala Presentation Evening, where the winners will be announced.
Wednesday 21 August 2019 | Margaret River HEART Venue.

Capturing the spirit of the Margaret River region, the event includes:
★ A culinary extravaganza including entrees by Rustico at Hay Shed Hill, main course by Settlers Tavern, desserts and service by the talented students at South Regional TAFE.
★ Live entertainment by Creative Corner and event styled by Miriam Avery.
★ Welcome cocktail by Giniversity and bubbles by Swings and Roundabouts.
★ Beer by The Beer Farm.
★ Table wine by Vasse Felix, Cape Grace Wines and Xanadu Wines.
★ Special Guest Master of Ceremonies, Kitty Prodonovich.

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AWARDS READY WORKSHOPS

The MRCCI will be hosting two Awards Ready Workshops with South Regional TAFE, to help entrants wow the judges and create a submission they’ll feel proud of. This includes a step by step breakdown of the process and judging criteria, along with answering the questions and paying attention to the layout.

9.00-10.00 AM Friday 10 May or 5.30-6.30 PM Tuesday 14 May, South Regional TAFE – Margaret River Campus. To register, email awards@mrcci.com.au.

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We wish you all the very best with your submission!

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2018 Business Award Winners

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Overall Awards

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_row disable_element=”yes” padding_top=”0″][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_single_image image=”119652″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” full_width=”yes”][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][kleo_magic_container position=”relative” text_center=”yes” div_center=”yes”][vc_column_text]The finalists of the Margaret River Chamber of Commerce’s 11th Annual Business Awards were recognised at a sell-out Gala event at the magnificent Eight Willows Retreat Lakeside Function Centre on Wednesday night, where the winners of 14 categories were announced.

 

Well done to all the finalists and congratulations to the winners with a special shout out to rok Kombucha, Business of the Year, and Brad Adams of Ocean Grown Abalone, Business Person of the Year.

 

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