Award Nominees

December 2010 :: Criteria

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February 2010 :: Sigtec

Sigtec is a leading Australian based systems integrator and software developnment company that specialises in computer aided dispatch, event notification and GPS location based solutions. Its core business is the design, development and installation of Intelligent Transport Systems that maximise efficiency and level of service.
October 2009 :: Tangelo Fine Foods

For 18 years Tangelo Fine Foods have been providing their customers with the convenience of Canapes, Catering, Dinner Parties, Ready to Go Meals & Indulgence....all professionally made in their own kitchen using the freshest, quality ingredients. There are over 500 different items to choose from (of which 150 are gluten free).
October 2009 :: Beta Metal Spinning

A family owned company which was founded in 1976, Beta Metal Spinning provides a complete service including CNC Metal Spinning, Laser Cutting, Turret Punching, tube bending, CNC Brake Pressing, welding and fabrication. They have a diverse product range which services the air-conditioning, petrochemical, furniture, aeronautical, agriculture, camping, meteorology and sheet metal industries.
July 2009 :: 2 Brothers Brewery

2 Brothers Brewery is a family owned and operated microbrewery situated in the bayside suburb of Moorabbin. The brewery produces a unique range of handcrafted beers which are available on tap at small independent bars and select bottle shops.
July 2009 :: Edson Technologies

As a sustainable technologies company, Edson Water Technologies offers Systems Design, Product Manufacture, Plant Equipment, Installation, Plant Commissioning, Service and Training for all facets related to the water industry.
May 2009 :: RDR Distributors

Suppliers of the latest digital sound and information cabinets, RDR Distributors strive to provide the most versatile and up to date products through the use of the latest in sound reinforcement, computer technology and metal fabricating processes.
May 2009 :: Kinder & Co Pty Ltd

A privately owned and operated company, Kinder & Co is a single source supplier and manufacturer of specialised products servicing companies reliant on conveying bulk solids.
February 2009 :: Logic Australia

Logic Australia is a 100% Australian owned company that manufactures and sells a broad range of safety flooring products nationally. They use recycled materials such as cork, rubber and PRC in their manufacturing processes. Logic Australia owns of the world’s largest wine cork recycling plants.
February 2009 :: Continental Kosher Butchers

Established in 1945, Continental Kosher Butchers supply meat and smallgoods which are processed in its own state of the art premises in Moorabbin; home to the latest technology processing machines and koshering department. The business services the needs of supermarkets, wholesalers, delicatessens and caterers worldwide.
October 2008 :: Identity Matters

Identity Matters was an Australian pioneer of custom floor mats when it commenced production in the late 1980's, mainly producing custom car mats. Since that time, the business has developed extensively and now offers a wide range of corporate entrance matting, point of sales mats, display mats for both floor and conunter, as well as a selection of point of sale products. Most manufacturing is done in Australia with the majority of raw material also sourced here.
August 2008 :: Bayside Accident Repair Centre

Not only do they offer a full range of smash repair services for all makes and types of motor vehicles but they are committed to the ongoing development of a skilled labour force. The Bayside Accident Repair Centre places a heavy emphasis on apprenticeships along with personal development; setting the standard for smash repairs in Australia.
June 2008 :: Uncle Charlie's Cookies

Uncle Charlie commenced baking at the rear of a local supermarket in 1993. At that time he baked approx. 2000 cookies per day. Demand for his product grew rapidly and in 2004 he secured premises in Highett where his dedicated team continued with their pursuit of excellence. Uncle Charlie's cookies are favoured by top caterers, enjoyed in some of the world's leading hotels, and sold in gourmet stores on 3 continents. His Chocolate Chip Cookies continues to be hand made with every step meticulously carried out. Uncle Charlie's proudly remains an Australian owned and operated company.
June 2008 :: Phaseshift Productions

Phaseshift Productions is a Melbourne based lighting production company that provides lighting for corporate presentations, theatre, concerts, dance parties, and special events; complete lighting systems no matter the scale!
May 2008 :: Ulbrick Sound

Ross Forsyth will explain how a small Cheltenham company, with a respected name in the music industry dating back to the 1970’s, has developed a reputation for making the world’s finest amplifiers used by such world renowned guitarists as Tommy Emmanuel, Irwin Thomas, John Butler and many others.

Utilising only the highest quality components and with uncompromising attention to detail, the company now has the enviable challenge of managing its international growth particularly in the Japanese and U.K. markets.
May 2008 :: Australian Vegie Gourmet

Shai Dagan, Managing Director of Australian Vegie Gourmet will explain his vision of becoming one of the world leaders in gourmet functional foods with the aim of replacing expensive medicines with great tasting food.

This small Cheltenham company manufactures a range of vegetarian products including dips, pestos and vegetarian finger foods designed to appeal to all consumer tastes. The products are unique, fresh, low in fat, have no cholesterol and use no artificial colours or flavours.Australian Vegie Gourmet also caters to special consumer groups who are looking for premium certificated organic, Kosher or Halal products.
March 2008 :: Gold Peg International

Gold Peg International has been serving the food processing industry since 1988. Gold Peg's core equipment is the RotaTherm continuous cooking system. Designed and manufactured by GoldPeg, the RotaTherm is leading edge cooking technology that improves the food manufacturer's productivity, product quality and efficiency. The RotaTherm can be found operating in some of the world's largest food processing factories within Europe, the America's, Japan, New Zealand and Australia. 95% of GoldPeg's business is export. Starting in Chelteham, the company factories are now located in Moorabbin with a young, dedicated team continually striving to develop innovative food processing solutions.
March 2008 :: Pump Technology

Pump Tehcnology provided pumps and technical services for defence, mineral processing, explosives and water treatment. Its pumps and services are developed to satisfy specific customer needs, products, technical and logistic support, quality standards and data. Pump Technology develops all of its products and services, and therefore has continuous research, development and testing programs. It is continuously searching for better ways to meets it customers needs and expectations. The company is Australian owned, and owns all IP relating to its products and technology. This allows unrestricted export which is now becoming the major business direction. Pump Technology currently exports to Indonesia, Asia, USA and Canada.
August 2007 :: Valley Produce Company

Valley Produce Company (VPC) was established by passionate, renowned Australian chef, Christopher Smith, and is one of Australia’s most recognised and respected gourmet food companies. Many ingredients are sourced from the Yarra Valley in Victoria which is renowned as one of Australia’s most prestigious food and wine regions. VPC specialises in a range of cheese condiments and infused olive oils. VPC currently supply David Jones and selected gourmet delicatessens, restaurants and food stores throughout Australia, and have expanded internationally to America, Canada, Hong Kong, England, Dubai & New Zealand.
August 2007 :: K & L Beasley Patternmakers

K&L Beasley Patternmakers are producers of wood patterns and tooling for the Plastics, Engineering, Design Engineering and Foundry Industries and have been operating in Mordialloc for the past 23 years. They are involved in the manufacture of a vast array of tooling for the Military, Domestic Plastic Products, Engineering Castings and the Automotive industry. K&L Beasley Patternmakers serves customers Australia-wide with some exports to China and India.