THE City of Whittlesea has named finalists for the 2026 Business Awards, with the field reflecting the diversity, innovation, and strength of the municipality’s thriving business community.
The awards celebrate the achievements and impact of local enterprises that have demonstrated excellence across various areas. Representing a wide range of industries, finalists have been selected for each of the following six award categories:
In customer service, the finalists are Funfields Themepark, Lashes On Point, Whittlesea Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates, and Whole Health Osteopathy.
Finalists in the Innovation and enterprise category are Eifers, IntelliTrac, Nexist and RapidMap.
In the sustainability and environment category, the finalists are Big Group Hug, Bygen, Green Power Solutions and Heidelberg Materials.
The community contribution category finalists are Aalora Care, Find Your Way North, Oneway Lebanese Bakery and Repurpose It.
Diversity and inclusion finalists are All Ability Dental, Araluen Chancez Cafes, and Costa.
The small business category finalists are Beauty By Dua, Hair By I, Ladies That Lift and Rebalance Chinese Medicine.
Mayor Lawrie Cox said supporting local businesses to thrive is one of council’s key priorities.
“The City of Whittlesea Business Awards provide a terrific opportunity to highlight the stories, successes, and spirit of our amazing local businesses and to celebrate our local business community,” Cr Cox said.
Winners will be announced on Thursday, June 25, at the Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre in South Morang.
For more information, contact business@whittlesea.vic.gov.au