Be.Bendigo Business Excellence Awards
Gaelle BROAD (Northern Victoria) (13:31): I would like to acknowledge the outstanding contribution of local businesses that strengthen our economy, create jobs and build a vibrant community. The 2025 Be.Bendigo Business Excellence Awards celebrated the outstanding achievements of businesses and the individuals behind them that are not only succeeding but also leading with purpose and innovation. Congratulations to Bendigo Telco for their community leadership, Hebron Films for creative excellence and AL Parker Electrical for their customer focus. Bendigo Theatre Company received the Not-for-profit Award, White Deer received the Small and Succeeding Award, National Heating & Cooling received the Trade and Construction Award and also Noble Bootleggers received the Gastronomy Award. Bendigo Business of the Year award went to ISH24, honoured for its national and global footprint; Fabriq was recognised for excellence in manufacturing; and Bendigo Jockey Club was the recipient of the Events and Tourism Award. Inspiring individuals Anna Hill of St John of God Bendigo was named Leader of the Year and Rhianwen Seiter of Mackenzie Quarters received the Regional Women’s Business Award. These awards reflect the diversity and resilience of our regional economy, from creative industries and manufacturing to health, tourism and professional services. I commend their achievements and thank all the award recipients for their contribution to our community. You exemplify the spirit of enterprise that drives our region forward.