Western Region Health named Melton Business of the Year
The best and brightest local businesses were recognised and rewarded for their creativity, drive and professionalism at the 2023 City of Melton Business Excellence Awards.
This year’s awards program saw 10 of the community’s most innovative and successful businesses in retail, trade, health, services and more take home top honours for exceptional work in their respective fields.
The winners were announced at an awards ceremony at Windmill Gardens on
27 September.
Western Region Health won the prestigious Business of the Year award, while Pecks Road Café received the Mayoral Achievement award.
The Melton Business Excellence Awards program is in its 16th year and recognises local businesses and the contributions they make to the City of Melton.
City of Melton Mayor, Cr Lara Carli said all nominees could be proud of their innovation, resilience and the high standards they have set with their inspirational leadership over the past 12 months.
“Our community continues to enjoy rapid growth, and that growth is underpinned by the talent and contributions of our finalists and all the businesses in the City of Melton,’’ she said.
“I’m proud of the Melton Business Excellence Awards progam and the other platforms and initiatives Council provides to help businesses in the City of Melton shine.’’
“I’d like to thank all our sponsors, including our platinum sponsor Atherstone, for helping to make these awards possible.”
2023 City of Melton Business Excellence Award Winners
Mayoral Achievement Award: Pecks Road Cafe
Business of the Year: Western Region Health
Award for Innovation and Transformation: Aspire Lawyers
Award for Sustainable Product/Process: Living Koko
Award for Visitation and Hospitality: Ms Peacock Restaurant & Bar
Award for Disability Inclusion Initiative: Discovering Strength
Award for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Watervale Dental
Award for Health, Wellness and Care: Western Region Health
Award for Professional Services: BudgetNet Plan Management
Award for New Business/Start Up: Starboard Games
Award for Young Entrepreneur of the Year: Myles Gray