2025 Business Awards

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The 2025 City of Whittlesea Business Awards Night was a vibrant celebration of innovation, creativity, and excellence across our local business community. This year’s winners represented a diverse array of enterprises, each playing a vital role in driving economic growth and community wellbeing within our municipality. 

Congratulations to DPV Health, proudly named the 2025 Business of the Year.  

DPV Health impressed judges across all award categories. Their outstanding performance, community impact and leadership make them a shining example of business excellence in the City of Whittlesea.

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From left to right: City of Whittlesea Mayor Councillor Martin Taylor; Don Tidbury, DVP Health CEO; Cheryl Woollard, DPV Health Board Director; City of Whittlesea Youth Mayor Kaynat; Sophie Gilmour, DPV Health Chief Clinical Governance & Experience Officer; Rick Jackson, DPV Health Executive Manager - Client Experience & Community Engagement and City of Whittlesea CEO Craig Lloyd

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2025 Award winners and finalists

Congratulations to our 2025 Business Award winners and finalists. Watch videos of all the finalists in each category.

Start up

Celebrating new businesses transforming industries with innovation and growth.

Finalists

 

Winner

The 2025 Winner of the City of Whittlesea Start Up Award is:

Joanne's Temple Colonics & Wellness Centre

Customer service

Celebrating businesses that go above and beyond to deliver exceptional customer care.

Finalists

Winner

The 2025 Winner of the City of Whittlesea Customer Service Award is:

Fastflex Heating & Cooling Supplies

Innovation and enterprise

Recognising businesses driving progress with creative ideas and bold initiatives.

Finalists

Winner

The 2025 Winner of the City of Whittlesea Innovation and Enterprise Award is:

Iconyx 

Sustainability and environment

Honouring businesses leading the way in sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.

Finalists

Winner

The 2025 Winner of the City of Whittlesea Sustainability and Environment Award is:

Eriez Magnetics 

Community contribution

Showcasing businesses making a real difference in our local community.

Finalists

Winner

The 2025 Winner of the City of Whittlesea Community Contribution Award is:

Workplace diversity

Highlighting businesses championing inclusion, equity, and diverse workplaces.

Finalists

Winner

The 2025 Winner of the City of Whittlesea Workplace Diversity Award is:

Small business

Recognising, home-based business, sole traders and small teams thriving with big ambitions.

Finalists

Winner

The 2025 Winner of the City of Whittlesea Small Business Award is:

Lashes On Point Salon

2025 Award categories

Start up

Are you a new business that’s making waves with a fresh idea, a ground-breaking product, or a unique business model? Is your entrepreneurial journey marked by rapid growth, creative problem-solving, and a passion to disrupt the market?

This category celebrates the bold spirit of start-ups that dare to dream big and make a difference. Whether you’re transforming an industry, filling a gap in the market, or delivering exceptional value to your customers, we want to hear your story. This is your chance to showcase your innovation, growth, and potential as a newcomer in the business world.

Customer service

Customer Service: Do you go above and beyond to create memorable experiences for your customers? Is your team dedicated to providing attentive, reliable, and responsive service?

Customer service is the heart of every successful business. It’s where trust is built, relationships are strengthened, and loyalty is earned. This category celebrates businesses that excel in delivering outstanding customer care, from quick response times to resolving issues efficiently and creating innovative ways to enhance the customer experience.

Innovation and enterprise

Is your business breaking new ground with creative solutions, cutting-edge ideas, or unique ways of doing things? Are you driving change and leading the way in your industry with a spirit of innovation and a bold entrepreneurial mindset?

Innovation is the engine that propels businesses forward, enabling them to adapt, grow, and thrive in a competitive world. This category celebrates businesses that aren't afraid to think outside the box, solve problems in inventive ways, and bring fresh ideas to life. Whether it's through new products, ground-breaking services, or streamlined processes, we want to hear about the innovations that set your business apart.

Sustainability and environment

Is your business making strides towards a more sustainable world? Do you prioritise eco-friendly practices, reduce waste, conserve resources, or engage the community in environmental initiatives?

This category recognises businesses that are paving the way in environmental stewardship. Whether you're innovating to lower your carbon footprint, embracing sustainable sourcing, or leading by example in your community, your efforts matter! Sustainability isn’t just a goal; it’s essential to the future of our community, our local economy, and our planet.

Community contribution

Is your business making a positive impact in our local community? Do you prioritise hiring local people, collaborate with fellow businesses, or support local causes through donations or volunteer work? Supporting the local community is more than just good business—it's about strengthening the fabric of our local economy and creating a thriving, connected, and resilient community.

This category celebrates businesses that go above and beyond to make a difference, whether through providing local jobs, partnering with other businesses, or leading community initiatives that have a lasting impact.

Workplace diversity

Is your business leading the way in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace? Do you take pride in creating opportunities for people from all priority groups, jobseekers or the LGBTQIA+ community? A diverse and inclusive workplace strengthens not only individual businesses but the entire community. Embracing diversity means embracing new perspectives, fostering innovation, and creating a fairer and more equitable society for all. This category recognizes businesses that are committed to supporting diversity within their workforce and engaging with the wider community through meaningful partnerships and initiatives.

Small business

Are you running a thriving business from the comfort of your home or a small business with up to five employees? This award celebrates sole traders and registered businesses with up to five employees whose primary workplace is the owner’s home, co-working space, mobile operator or commercial premises.

The Small Business Award shines a spotlight on those who have turned the challenges of working from home or in a small business into opportunities for excellence.

Showcase your success in the areas of Customer Service, Innovation and Enterprise, Sustainability and Environment, Community Contribution, and Workplace Diversity.

Terms and conditions

The terms and conditions outline the eligibility, entry requirements, judging process, and general guidelines for participating in this prestigious event. By submitting an entry, you agree to comply with these terms to ensure a fair and transparent awards process.

Please read the following carefully before entering. If you have any questions, feel free to contact City of Whittlesea's Economic Development department.

Download Business Awards 2025 terms and conditions(PDF, 187KB)

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