The Northern Business Achievement Awards
Grand Finale & NORTH Link 30th Anniversary Dinner
Thank you to our Dinner Sponsors
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Dinner Program
6:00 PM | Registrations Open - Stampton Restuarant
6:30 PM | Drinks & Canapés
7:15 PM | Welcome / Formalities Commences
Jude Munro, NORTH Link Chair
Keynote Speakers | The Hon. Colin Brooks MP and Ms Bridget Vallence MP
Dinner Service
Awards Presentation
9:30 PM | Event Concludes & Networking
Menu
Canapés
Mac and Cheese Croquette
Mini Wagyu Beef Sliders
Speared Caprese (v/ gf)
Potato and Roasted Cashew Empanada
Main Course
Slow-braised Beef Cheek
Dessert
Lemon Basil Tart
Raspberry Tonka Cheesecake
Cashew Tart
Praline Blackberry Mousse
Chocolate, Cherry and Jasmine Cake
Inspiring Keynote Leaders
Hear from two influential leaders shaping Victoria’s economy.
Hon. Colin Brooks MP – Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing, Minister for Creative Industries
With a strong commitment to fostering innovation, advanced manufacturing, and the creative economy, Minister Brooks will share insights into how these industries are powering Victoria’s future prosperity.
Ms Bridget Vallence MP – Shadow Minister for Finance, Shadow Minister for Trade and Investment
A driving voice for investment, financial responsibility, and trade growth, Ms. Vallence will provide perspective on economic opportunities and challenges ahead for businesses in Melbourne’s north and beyond.
Business Nominees
Banyule City Council
Hume City Council
Nillumbik Shire Council
City of Darebin
Merri-bek City Council
City of Whittlesea
Young Business Achiever Nominees
City of Darebin
Anastasia Sarikizis
New Plumbing Solutions
Banyule City Council
Mikaela Copland
Owner of Tall Poppy Mgmt
Merri-bek City Council
Sam Usama
One Collective Group
Nillumbik Shire Council
Kiara You
Imagine Re-Evolution
City of Whittlesea
Shristi Sharma
Helping Hands Behaviour Support
Venue
2025 NBAA Award Category Sponsors
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Best Start-Up or Microbusiness Business Award sponsored by New Epping
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Business of the Year Award sponsored by Victorian Government, Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions
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Customer Service Award sponsored by NORTH Link
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Exporter of the Year Award sponsored by Pitcher Partners
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Human Resources Award sponsored by Macpherson Kelley
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Industry Education Engagement Award sponsored by Kangan Institute
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Innovation and Enterprise Award sponsored by The Fair Co.
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Outstanding Initiative in Manufacturing Award sponsored by Melbourne’s North Food Group
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Philanthropy and Community Service Award and Social Enterprise Award sponsored by Inner North Community Foundation
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Sustainability and Environment Award sponsored by Yarra Valley Water
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Technology Award sponsored by Melbourne’s North Advanced Manufacturing Group
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Workplace Diversity Award sponsored by Melbourne Polytechnic
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Young Business Achiever Award sponsored by La Trobe Business School
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