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WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 21, 2015
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Unseasonably early start to fire danger period Goulburn Valley residents are being urged to remain vigilant this summer
THE CALL OF THE DESERT FOR LOCAL COUPLE
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TATURA’S HILL TOP COUNTRY CLUB 50TH ANNIVERSARY JOIN IN THE CELEBRATIONS
SHEPPARTON SECURES ITS REPUTATION | Sport Adviser
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Record number of finalists
DURING unseasonably warm and windy weather recently, the region experienced what has been described as a phenomenal weather event, which has prompted the Country Fire Authority (CFA) to warn of the fire danger ahead. Continued on page 30
RECORDS BROKEN… White King – Pental Operations General Manager, Gerard Segrave, is excited to be a part of this year’s 2015 White King – Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards. Rewarding a record 109 outstanding local businesses and individuals across Greater Shepparton. Photo: Julie Moore.
2015 White King – Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards concludes this Friday night A RECORD breaking number of nominations have been received this year for the 2015 White King – Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards with 109 outstanding local businesses and individuals across Greater Shepparton nominated for excellence in their fields.
Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry Executive Officer, Lucy Cerrone said, “What a fantastic year for the Business Awards with a record 109 weekly winners. See 12 page liftout starting on page 17
Announcing the finalists
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Celebrating our local business community
e AWARDING EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS… The 2015 White King – Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards sponsors and organisers, pictured from left, Watters Electrical General Manager, Nick Lucarelli, RACV Manager, Katrina Kim-Worley, The Adviser Managing Director, Geoff Adams, Watters Electrical CEO, David Bassett, Southern Cross Austereo General Manager, Leanne Hulm, Shepparton Show Me Coordinator, Mat Innes-Irons, White King – Pental Operations General Manager, Gerard Segrave, Greater Shepparton City Council Economic Development Project Officer, Rohan Sali (representing Greater Shepparton Business Centre), WIN Television Branch Manager, Lucas Coad, Choice Group Director, Jamie Cox, Chamber of Commerce and Industry Executive Officer, Lucy Cerrone and Parklake Hotel General Manager, Audrey Ash. Photo: Julie Moore.
continued from front page “WE had a slow start to the nomination process, but by Week 6 nominations were coming in from everywhere and businesses that had never before been nominated were being selected as weekly winners. “T h is yea r we have had so m a ny businesses from Tatura nominated and have ended up with six weekly winners, which is wonderful. This is a really positive indication for the business awards because it highlights that our nomination processes are reaching ‘Greater Shepparton’ and going forward, this move will make our business community stronger in all areas. “This year we have introduced two
new categories which have created much interest; Entrepreneur of the Year and Best Marketing/Advertising campaign. I spoke with a nominee last week who said she checked the list in her category and that it is tough competition. Competition is a good thing, as it encourages businesses to lift the bar and strive to do better. “The best new business category has had a great response, receiving the most nominations out of all of the categories this year. This is fantastic as it recognises the importance of all of our new businesses in the community in helping to reinvigorate our retail potential. “And it’s wonderful to see two of the businesses formed through the Renew
Shepparton project, Vintage Chic Boutique and Lost Shepparton also nominated. The Renew Shepparton project has really given unique businesses like these a platform to showcase what they offer to the public and it’s a very exciting step forward for the entire community. “This year we have welcomed a number of new sponsors including White KingPental who are our major sponsor, Quality Parklake Hotel, Shepparton Show Me and Watters Electrical. Our media partners 95 3SR FM, W I N Television and The Adviser have also done a great job with advertising which has been outstanding and we appreciate the ongoing support which Choice Group, RACV, GOTAFE and the
Greater Shepparton Business Centre continue to offer. The support of our sponsors is essential in ensuring the success of the awards each year and we thank them for their commitment to recognising our local business community at this level. “On behalf of the Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry I would like to wish all the nominees the best of luck and look forward to seeing them all at the Gala Dinner.” Tickets for this Friday night’s Gala Dinner are on sale now for $85 for Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry members and $95 for non-members. To purchase a ticket, phone Riverlinks on 5832 9511.
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Customer Service Awards finalists Sponsors
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Professional Service of the Year finalists
WEEK TWO
WEEK SIX
WEEK SEVEN
WEEK TEN
Shepparton Myotherapy Myotherapist, Daniel Scaffidi
Pure Empowerment Practice Manager, Rachael Cornick
Quest Shepparton Property Manager, Michael De Maria
Delta Medical Centre Receptionist, Helen Ponting
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WEEK ELEVEN
WEEK SIXTEEN
WEEK EIGHTEEN
Fernwood Fitness Shepparton Club Owner, Danni Whitaker and Assistant Manager, Krystle Ford
Commonwealth Bank Shepparton Marketplace Manager, Sukh Sangha
Lakeside Podiatry Director/Podiatrist, Steven Goodwin
The Customer Service of the Year Awards have been separated into three main categories again this year, with the aim of representing excellence in customer service across all industries. Categories include Professional Service – Customer Service of the Year, Trade Service – Customer Service of the Year and Retail Service – Customer Service of the Year. The winner in each category will be awarded with a $1,500 prize courtesy of RACV Business Insurance and Choice Group.
Trade Service of the Year finalists
WEEK FIVE
WEEK NINE
WEEK THIRTEEN
WEEK FOURTEEN
McPherson Motors Service Manager, Scott Turton
Wigs Muscle Parts and Repairs Owners, Alison and Colin Wignell
Rod Allemand Painting Qualified Painters, Alan and Jason Collier
PlastaMasta Manager, Peter Lehne and Assistant Manager, Dale Clark
WEEK SIXTEEN
WEEK SEVENTEEN
WEEK NINETEEN
WEEK TWENTY
Vine Hair & Make-Up Owner, Renee Higgins
PA & WM Reilly Owner, Paul Reilly
Mathieson Motors Owner, Jon Mathieson
Western Composting Technology Pty Ltd Site Operations Manager, Ken Martin
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Sponsors
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Customer Service Awards finalists Retail Service of the Year finalists
WEEK ONE
WEEK FOUR
WEEK FOUR
WEEK EIGHT
WEEK NINE
WEEK NINE
JB Jewellers Proprietors, Bozena and Jacek Szczurek
Bicaro’s Ristorante Owners, Sam Scarpari and Gina Sozzi
Goulburn Valley Charcoal Chicken Team Leader, Gina Zoukis
Optus Shop Shepparton Sales Consultant, Sarmed Yassin
Willprint Proprietor, Ian Almond
Branditt Avenue Post Office & Milk Bar Owners, Tom and Dianne Colbert
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WEEK ELEVEN
WEEK TWELVE
WEEK NINETEEN
WEEK TWENTY
WEEK TWENTY
Shoppers Delight Manager, Trish Lombardozzi
Coffee+Tatura Owner, Michelle Keen
Safety Services Owners, Rae-Ann and Greg Prater
National Tiles Shepparton Owner, Caroline Mohi
The Vintage Chic Boutique Owner, Lyndelle Ackland
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Business Awards finalists Professional Business of the Year finalists
WEEK FOUR
WEEK FIVE
WEEK NINE
WEEK TEN
Goulburn Valley Orthodontics Director/ Orthodontist, Dr Roslyn Mayne
Adina’s Dental Cosmetics Practice Manager, Komal Makwana, Owner, Kedar Samant, Receptionist, Alanna Burnell
Your Sold Real Estate Office Manager, Rachael Seach and Sales and Listing Agent, Helen Tracy
Mooroopna Medical Centre Owner, Dr David Ball, Practice Nurse, Connie Fairmaid
WEEK ELEVEN
WEEK SIXTEEN
WEEK NINETEEN
WEEK NINETEEN
Riverview Dental Principal Dentist, Dr Stuart Malone
RetireInvest/RI Advice Client Relationship Support, Sue Musgrove and Proprietor, Sandy Miller
McLennan Street Dental Owner, Dr Xavier Li, Practice Manager, Lena Tricarico and Owner, Dr Duy Ho
Spiire Manager, Jeramy Blight and Owner/ Director, Michael Lewis
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Sponsors
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The Business Awards are represented again this year in three main areas including Professional Service of the Year which is proudly sponsored by WIN Television, Trade Service of the Year which is proudly sponsored by The Adviser and Retailer of the Year which is proudly sponsored by 95 3SR FM. Each Business Award winner will be awarded a $3,000 combined media business profile, courtesy of 95 3SR FM, WIN Television and The Adviser (Conditions Apply).
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Trade Business of the Year finalists
WEEK SEVEN
WEEK TEN
WEEK TEN
WEEK ELEVEN
Kalsum Hair Studio Owner, Sharee Gibson
Alive & Clipping Mens Hairdressing Owner, Penny Whitelaw
Alan Roe Automotive Service Advisor, Matt Mifsud
KitchenWise, Owners, Mark Boldiston and John Gribble
WEEK TWELVE
WEEK THIRTEEN
WEEK EIGHTEEN
WEEK NINETEEN
Commodore Australia Owner, Boyd Dainton
Insight Protection Solutions Owners, Vicki and Mark Liversidge
Foott Waste Health and Safety Coordinator, Kerry Ison and Owner, Peter Foott
John Morrow Refrigeration Director, Jade Tucker
Sponsors
Supported by • RACV Business Insurance • Shepparton Show Me • Watters Electrical • GO TAFE • Parklake Hotel • Greater Shepparton Business Centre • Choice Group
2015
Business Awards finalists Retail Business of the Year finalists
WEEK FIVE
WEEK EIGHT
WEEK NINE
WEEK ELEVEN
Conti’s Dairy Director, Tony Conti
Traffik Boutique Store Manager, Noreen Sali
Cartridge World Owner, Peter McCabe
Godfreys Manager, Ashley Mason
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Congratulations to our
109 finalists
WEEK TWELVE
WEEK SIXTEEN
WEEK SEVENTEEN
WEEK EIGHTEEN
Focus Cards & Gifts Owner, Peter Dunbabin
Talisman Menswear Proprietor, Paul Jerome
Givoni Manager, Mim Roberts
SAS & Bob Owner, Shelley Sutton
best new business award finalists (under 2 years operation) hospitality business of the year award finalists
WEEK NINETEEN
Pillow Talk Manager, Lurline LeNeuf
apprentice of the year award finalists
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trainee of the year award finalists best marketing/advertising campaign award finalists Entrepreneur of the year award finalists customer service award finalists Retail Service of the Year Trade Service of the Year Professional Service of the Year
business award finalists Professional Service of the Year Trade Service of the Year Retailer of the Year
business hall of fame
The Shepparton Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. gratefully acknowledges the support of these sponsors
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Best New Business Awards finalists
WEEK THREE
WEEK SIX
WEEK SIX
National Home Doctor Shepparton Manager, Peter Wyman
Delta Medical Centre Practice Owners, Dr Mazen Albatat, Dr Bassam Jallo and Dr Karam Jallo
Days of Yore Owner, Mary Shaddix
WEEK THIRTEEN
WEEK FIFTEEN
WEEK WEEK EIGHTEEN
WEEK EIGHTEEN
Inflatable World Shepparton Owners, Lisa Gifford and James Downs
FoneFreakz Owners, Jennie and Darryl Remnant
Lavish Hair Owner, Maria Brown
Healthy Workplaces Victoria Owner, Katie Stringer
Best Marketing 2015 or Advertising Awards finalists
The Best New Business Award is presented to a new business, which has been in operation for less than 2 years. This award recognises operators new to business who have demonstrated good business practices in starting, setting up and growing their business for success. The winner will receive a $2,500 cash prize courtesy of the Greater Shepparton Business Centre.
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The Best Marketing/Advertising Award is a new category to encourage creative and demonstrably effective marketing. This award recognises business achievements in reaching rural and regional consumers with modern and traditional marketing techniques. The winner will receive a $2,500 cash prize courtesy of Shepparton Show Me.
WEEK NINE
WEEK TEN
WEEK TEN
WEEK TWELVE
The Flower Shop At Tatura Owner, Darlene Lamperd
Kialla Lakes Bakery Owners, Heath and Kate Pilcher
Peak Physique Women’s Fitness Centre Owner, Emma O’Keeffe
Merritt Funeral Services Owners, Jody and Garry Merritt
2015
WEEK EIGHT
WEEK NINE
WEEK TEN
WEEK THIRTEEN
Trelly’s Tackle World Proprietor, Steve Threlfall
Stephens Jewellers General Manager, Stephen Schneider
Prominent Press Sales, Cameron Hall, Administration, Sharan Rossignoli
T & R Mini Digger & Home Maintenance Owner, Travis Matthews and Maintenance Technician, Dean Prinzi
WEEK FOURTEEN
WEEK FIFTEEN
WEEK SEVENTEEN
WEEK EIGHTEEN
Just Me Patsy Owner, Patsy Winter
Tatura Hotel Marketing Manager, Ryan Gay
Traffik Store Manager, Noreen Sali and Sales Assistant, Tori Fifoot
Fun City Shepparton Director, Darren Shaw
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WEEK TWENTY
WEEK EIGHTEEN
WEEK TWENTY
Fun City Shepparton Directors, Angie and Darren Shaw
BelCibo & Co Owner, Marco Amodio
Wintersun Fruit Manager, Lisa Hooker
Sponsors
WEEK TWENTY
Tallis Wine Owner, Alice Tallis
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Entrepreneur Awards finalists
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The Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognises an individual or small group who have demonstrated excellence and innovation in enterprise. Judgement will be based on vision, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. The winner will receive a $2,500 cash prize courtesy of Quality Parklake Hotel.
WEEK EIGHT
WEEK NINE
WEEK TEN
WEEK TWELVE
Kim O’Keeffe Nail & Beauty Centre Owner, Kim O’Keeffe
Arcade Fashions Operations, Shane Sali
Partners in Training Australia Owner, Dorothy Spain
Shepparton BMW & Renault Dealer Principal, Aaron Brain
WEEK THIRTEEN
WEEK FIFTEEN
WEEK SEVENTEEN
WEEK NINETEEN
Lemon Tree Café Owner, Leanne Stride
Higgins Bakery Owner, Matthew Higgins
Prenter Bats Owner, Ben Prenter
Lost Shepparton Owner, Geoff Allemand
Hospitality Business Awards finalists
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The Hospitality Business of the Year Award encompasses various hospitality businesses such as cafés, restaurants, hotels, accommodation venues, etc. and is presented to a business who has provided an outstanding experience to its customers. The winner will receive a $2,500 cash prize courtesy of GOTAFE.
Sponsors WEEK THREE
WEEK SEVEN
WEEK NINE
WEEK TEN
Cellar 47 Proprietor, Angelo Grasso
GB Coffee Owner, Mark Shadbolt
Kensington Gardens Shepparton Manager, Peter Stanbrook
The Hotel Australia Manager, Chris Reisner, Owner, Paul Tsorbaris
Supported by • RACV Business Insurance • Shepparton Show Me • Watters Electrical • GO TAFE • Parklake Hotel • Greater Shepparton Business Centre • Choice Group
WEEK ELEVEN
WEEK THIRTEEN
WEEK FOURTEEN
WEEK FIFTEEN
Parklake Hotel Restaurant Manager, Lee Tweedie
Little Lipari Owner, Claire Di Stefano
Shepparton RSL Club President, Bob Wilkie and General Manager, Joseph Di Pietrantonio
Casablanca Pizza & Pasta Restaurant Manager, Tony Vittorio and Owner, Nina Vittorio
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WEEK SIXTEEN
WEEK SEVENTEEN
WEEK NINETEEN
Degani Bakery Café Owner, Michelle Hedger
Lagozzino’s Top Pub Tatura Owners, Frank and Jenny Lagozzino
Bicaros Ristorante Bar & Forno Owner, Gina Sozzi
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Apprentice Awards finalists & Trainee Awards finalists
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The Apprentice of the Year and Trainee of the Year Awards play an important role in recognising overall individual performances in training, in their approach to the job and skills growth. The winners in each category will receive a prize of $1,500 courtesy of Watters Electrical.
Apprentice of the Year finalists
WEEK SEVEN
WEEK EIGHT
WEEK TEN
WEEK ELEVEN
WEEK TWELVE
WEEK FOURTEEN
WEEK FIFTEEN
WEEK EIGHTEEN
McPherson Motors Apprentice Mechanic, Thomas Allen
CA Group Services Apprentice Refrigeration and Airconditioning Technician, Matthew Cassidy
Bright Eyes Hairdressing & Day Spa 2nd year Apprentice, Stephanie Mark
Sibio Engineering 3rd Year Apprentice Fitter and Turner, Dayne Conti
Bright Eyes Hairdressing & Day Spa 1st Year Apprentice Hairdresser, Storm Hanley-Boase
JMAR Engineering 4th Year Apprentice, Chad James
PA & WM Reilly 4th Year Apprentice Electrician, Matthew Cox
Rankin Plumbing 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentice, Jake Ross
Trainee of the Year finalists
WEEK TWENTY
WEEK SIX
WEEK NINE
WEEK FOURTEEN
WEEK FIFTEEN
WEEK SIXTEEN
WEEK SEVENTEEN
WEEK EIGHTEEN
Admoor Plumbing 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentice, Brandon Fichera
Water Plus Irrigation Retail Trainee, Breanna Jeffries
Degani Bakery Café Hospitality Trainee, Mary-Beth MacGibbon
The Cheesecake Shop 1st Year Trainee in Hospitality, Amey Keep
The Cheesecake Shop 1st Year Trainee in Hospitality, Aidan Crosby
Wanganui Park Secondary College 1st Year Education Support Trainee, Daly Wilson
Hotel Terminus 1st Year Hospitality Trainee, Lucy Marino
Wanganui Park Secondary College Business Administration Trainee, Taylah Limosani
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