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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2018
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WHO WILL TAKE OUT TOP SPOT?… White King-Pental business development manager, David Turkovic and customer service warehouse manager, Beth Smith are looking forward to seeing who will take out top spot in each of the categories for this year’s White King-Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
By David Lee THERE were many laughs and tears when The Adviser sat down with John and Agata Anderson last week to hear the stories of their past, following the announcement that after nearly four decades they will be stepping down as owners of John Anderson Pharmacy. Continued on page 11
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THIS YEAR’S SPONSORS… From left, 2018 White King-Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards sponsors, Greater Shepparton City Council business development coordinator, Tricia Martinek, Greater Shepparton City Council manager economic development, Anthony Nicolaci, Tourism Greater Shepparton board member, Michael De Maria, Western District Employment Access (WDEA) Works team leader, Kaitlin Smith, Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry executive officer, Lucy Cerrone, WIN Television manager, Stephen Mullins, White King-Pental customer service warehouse manager, Beth Smith, White King-Pental business development manager, David Turkovic, The Adviser managing director, Geoff Adams, Triple M general manager, Steve Hetherton, Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry regional manager northern Victoria, Edwina Dooley, GOTAFE marketing administration, Sarah Poppa, Shepparton Show Me marketing coordinator, Mat Innes-Irons, LaTrobe University Shepparton senior officer customer service, Amanda Farrall and GV Health executive director workforce, Stacey Weeks. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Over 568 nominations recognising local businesses
100 businesses eagerly await naming of winners for 2018 White King-Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards continued from front page “IT is great to see businesses being recognised for the fantastic work they do. “We have nominees from a diverse range of businesses, reaching from as far as Tatura. “We will have some healthy competition across all categories, especially the Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Young Professional of the Year Award categories and we had a record number of nominations in the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year category.
“In fact, the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year category was the most successful category this year, with 10 being nominated. “Nominees are very excited at being recognised and to be a weekly winner gives them lots of incentive to continue the great work they are doing. “Our media partners, 95.3 Triple M, WIN TV and The Adviser have done a great job with advertising, which has been outstanding and we appreciate the ongoing support which GOTAFE, Shepparton Show Me and the Greater Shepparton Business Centre, Greater Shepparton City Council, La Trobe University, Tourism Greater Shepparton, WDEA Works, GV
Health and the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry continue to offer. “It was also fantastic to see that White King-Pental came on board again this year and signing till 2019 as the major sponsor. It shows their dedication to the local business community and is a great example of a local business taking pride in the region that they live and work in. “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. “It is great to see this year that we have had quite a lot of nominations for younger business people across the community. “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.”
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Business of the Year Awards finalists 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 95.3 Triple M. Each Business Award winner will be awarded a $3,000 combined media business profile, courtesy of 95.3 Triple M, WIN Television and The Adviser (Conditions Apply).
Retail Service of the Year finalists
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Sportspower Shepparton business manager/owner, Caitlin Parker
Identity Menswear owner, Stephen Goulopolous
DOTZ For KIDZ coowner, Katrina Mills
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Mark McNamara Real Estate director, Mark McNamara
Youngs & Co Real Estate sales assistant, Bree Reeve and Katrina Moutafis
Simply Stems Boutique Florist manager, Lauren Kiss and owner, Rachel Matthews
Bunbartha Beef & Fine Produce owner, Kelly McPherson
Trade Service of the Year finalists
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Mech-Elec Air & Automation owner, Lee Seelenmeyer
Total Pest Control co-owners, Stuart and Katrina Williams
Mat Langley Electrical owner, Mat Langley
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Glenn Dempsey Builders Pty Ltd owner, Glenn Dempsey
Clint Dudgeon and Matthew Byers
Apex Rail Pty Ltd owner and director, Paul Reade
Apex Earthworks (Pearse Earthmoving) business manager, Alex Ellis
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Mooroopna Chiropractic Centre, Dr Sam Hatzopoulos
The Eye Shop co-owner, Vanessa Madeira
Professional Service of the Year finalists
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Graham Hill Eyecare directors, Graham Hill and Mark DePaola
JH & CO Management Pty Ltd client services manager, Carly Duckworth and financial accountant, Lisa Brook
Red Cross Blood Service Shepparton donor centre manager, Michelle Hamilton and community relations officer, Shae Smith
Goulburn Valley Dental Group head of nursing and marketing manager, Bianca Kelly and Dr Sath Saranathan
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Recruitment Select administration assistant, Hope Irvine and business development manager, Adele Baensch
The Personnel Group area manager, Brendan Scott
MBCM Shepparton receptionist, Rebecca Carracher
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Customer Service of the Year Awards finalists 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, Trade Service and Retail Service. The winner in each category will be awarded with a $1,500 prize courtesy of WDEA Works, Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry & White King – Pental.
Professional Service of the Year finalists
Trade Service of the Year finalists
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Mooroopna Family Dental Care dental assistants/receptionists, Megan Whittaker and Arisara Nim-La-Or
Core Strength Health & Wellness receptionist, Natalie Cerasi
Goulburn Valley Eye Group orthoptist, Maria Ventura
The Personnel Group customer service, Donna Waters
Dallas Automotive owner director, Dallas Wooster
Blazes Cylinder Testing Station business owner, Ron Duillermin
Rankin Plumbing senior plumber gasfitter, Corey Sharp
GAME Traffic & Contracting traffic supervisor, Christina Vithoulkas and Shepparton manager, Leigh McCully
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Reid’s Pharmacy pharmacist in charge, Leticia Keady
Fastec Security owner, Gurjeet Singh
LaTrobe University marketing and engagement adviser, Kristina Marko
Adina’s Dental Cosmetics director, Komal Makwana
Maison Belle Beauty owner, Maxine Kellow
Poolside Shepparton owner, Jarrod Thorp
Roe & Cook Plumbing owner, Elizabeth Cook
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Customer Service of the Year Awards finalists Retail Service of the Year finalists
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Pat and Tina’s Service Station, Joe Di Conza
Shepparton Pizzas owner, Kruz Patel
McDonald’s Shepparton North customer experience leader, Nancy Barber
Delightful Rainglow/ The Shepparton Fairy Shop owner operator, Jo Matthews
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Blizzards Fine Jewellers business owners, Lynne and Craig Blizzard
Conti’s Dairy business owner, Tony Conti
JB Jewellers owners, Bozena and Jack Szczurek
CPAP Victoria owner, Mark Penny and manager, Jacqui Adem
The Shepparton Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. gratefully acknowledges the support of this years sponsors
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■ GO TAFE ■ Greater Shepparton Business Centre ■ Greater Shepparton City Council ■ GV Health ■ LaTrobe University ■ Shepparton Show Me ■ Tourism Greater Shepparton ■ Victorian Chamber of Commerce ■ WDEA Works
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Customer Service of the Year Awards finalists
Apprentice / Trainee of the Year Awards finalists The Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award plays an important role in recognising overall individual performance in training, in their approach to the job and skills growth. The winner will receive a prize of $2,500 courtesy of GOTAFE. WEEK 1
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Jetjas CafĂŠ apprentice chef, Briana Warren
Watters Electrical 4th year apprentice, Shaun Davis
David Powles Kitchens apprentice, Emily McClure
Trevaskis Engineering apprentice, Jazzmin Turco
Shepparton Real Estate property manager, Adam McCurdy
Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions 1st year apprentice, Brett Vanderwey
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CA Group Services apprentice, Shaun Makar
Reilly Electrical and Sunvalley Solar apprentice electrician, Nicholas Mileto
Mooroopna Family Dental Care trainee dental assistant, Kimberley Harris
Mike Bailey Paint Services apprentice, Travis Bailey
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Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign of the Year Awards finalists
GV Healthy Workplace of the Year Awards finalists
The Best Marketing/Advertising Award is a category to encourage creative and demonstrably effective marketing. This award recognizes 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.
The GV Healthy Workplace Award recognises employers and employees who work together to build a healthy workplace. The winner will receive $2,500 cash prize courtesy of GV Health.
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GV Window Tinting owner, Paul Natalizio
Bill and Beats owners, Chris and Jenna Buzza
Brother Pablo owner, Scott Parker
JL Productions & Hire owner, Jamie Lea
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Laminex branch manager, Brett Johnstone
Advance Computing director, Chris Motton
Education First Youth Foyer manager, Anita McCurdy
SPIIRE Shepparton business unit manager, Jeramy Blight and senior engineering technician, Nathan Richards
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Tallis Wine owner/ director, Alice Tallis
Gagliardi Scott Real Estate owner, Rocky Gagliardi
Shepparton Theatre Arts Group president, Fiona Keenan and marketing and publicity officerwicked, Wendy Platt
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M + S Group Accounting business partner, Michael Connick
McDonalds Shepparton and Mooroopna general manager, Scott McAlister
Mooroopna Family Dental Care lead dentist, Dr Ryan Kodituwakku
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Young Professional of the Year Awards finalists The Young Professional of the Year Award is also a new category introduced to the awards this year. This award recognises excellence in the professional sphere and encourages community participation. The winner will receive $2,500 courtesy of La Trobe University.
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GV Health manager employment services, Tess Canty
Greater Shepparton City Council team leader tourism and major events, Rohan Sali
GOTAFE marketing team leader, Emily Hamilton
Sofra Partners Chartered Accountants junior accountant, Sarah Newman
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Jaimi King Legal business owner, Jaimi King
Bendigo Bank business banking relationship manager, Jay Nash
Jarvis Delahey Contractors supervisor, Ashley Collins
Campbell’s Soups Shepparton HR business partner, Melissa Doxey
The Shepparton Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. gratefully acknowledges the support of this years sponsors
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Visitor Experience of the Year Awards finalists
Entrepreneur of the Year Awards finalists
The Visitor Experience of the Year Award encompasses various hospitality businesses such as cafés, restaurants, hotels, attractions, accommodation venues, etc. and is presented to a business who has provided an outstanding experience to its customers. The winner will receive a $1,500 cash prize, plus $1,000 mentoring courtesy of Tourism Greater Shepparton and Greater Shepparton City Council.
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. This category has been sponsored by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
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Lemon Tree Café 2IC, Ryan Hainsworth and owner, Leanne Stride
Place Accommodation owner/operator, Carrie Donaldson
Fryers Street Food Store owner, Ingrid Thomas
Jetjas Café business owner, Jackie Walker
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Atkinson Electrical business owner, Kane Atkinson
Top Pub Tatura business owner, Jenny Lagozzino
The Deck business owner, Frankie Lagana
PJ’s Concrete Pumping owner, Peter Don
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Bill & Beats owner, Jenna Buzza
Barca.Love owner, Phil Barca
The Windmill at Emerald Bank owner, Giulia O’Keefe
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Flourish on McLennan business owner, Michelle Banfield
Lush Skin and Body Clinic owner, Cat Armstrong
Next Office Tech owner, John Montagner
Best New Business of the Year Awards finalists The Best Marketing/Advertising Award is a category to encourage creative and demonstrably effective marketing. This award recognizes 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.
GV Healthy Workplace of the Year Awards finalists
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Zambrero Shepparton restaurant manager, Madeleine Searle
GV Vets owners, Dr Brett Davis and Dr Frances Jenner
Shinea Sali Fitness Studio owner, Shinea Sali
Freedom Place directors, Sam Sali and Ken McNamara
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iPlay Shepparton business owner, Josh Sleeth
Gutter Vac business owner, Brocq Robertson
Boss Steel Supplies owners, Jumali and Kelly Bostan
Annie’s Crystal Light Therapy owner, Anne MacFarlane
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