The finalists for the 2025 Hobsons Bay Business Excellence Awards have been announced.
Following what organisers described as an overwhelming response to the call for nominations from local businesses and the community, finalists were announced for each of the awards’ six categories on Wednesday, August 20.
Amarapave, Dramawerkz Theatre Inc, Laverton Community Integrated Services Inc and RV Legal are in the running for the creating social change and diversity award, while Hairy Hounds Playground, Pelvic Health Melbourne, Renew Hair, Silverback Studios, Think Focus Act Yoga Studio and Titan Plumbing & Roofing will vie for excellence in customer service.
Excellence in sustainability and circular economy finalists include Bouquet Melbourne, MOA.studio, Slow Food Melbourne – Spotswood and The Source Bulk Foods Williamstown, while AquaSsage, Fortify Movement & Health, GreenAnt Networks Pty Ltd and The Substation have been nominated for excellence in innovation.
Home based business award finalists are Catherine Storm Millinery, Design Your Best Work Life, Happypath Digital Marketing and Mums Matter Psychology.
Hobsons Bay mayor Daria Kellander congratulated the finalists thanked all those who submitted nominations.
“It’s great to see finalists from a range of different industries, highlighting the diverse nature of businesses that exist in Hobsons Bay,” Cr Kellander said.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy.
“These awards are a great way to recognise some of the incredible work they do in our community.”
An independent panel is now judging the finalists and the winners will be announced at a gala event at Williamstown Town Hall on October 23.
