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ENTRY
FAQS
Do I need to be a member to enter?
No! You do not need to be a member of Business Lismore to enter!
Do I need to share any financial information in my entry?
No! We do not require any financial information.
Do I need to attend the awards night?
No, but we highly recommend you come along for a night of networking and celebration of business in Lismore!
KEY DATES
Nominations Open: 26th May 2025
Nominations Close: 3rd July 2025 at 5pm
Regional Awards: 27th September 2025
State Awards: 29th October 2025
Event Information
EVENT INFORMATION
Dress Code: Black Tie
Cocktail Hour: 5pm – 6.30pm
Awards Ceremony: 6.30pm – 9.30pm
After Party: 9.45pm – Late
Hosted by Olympic legend and national icon Steven Bradbury, the evening promises glamour, inspiration, and entertainment in equal measure.
🎶 Be captivated by the smooth acoustics of Lani and Steve Band as the night begins, and stay energized for the after party with the powerhouse performance by PUSH Band.
🍽 Enjoy a gourmet experience catered by Secret Chef, while the Lismore Turf Club comes alive with stunning décor by Deborah Marks Weddings and elegant floral arrangements from Enchanted Florist Lismore.
This is more than an awards night—it’s a celebration of everything that makes Lismore thrive. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the region’s premier business event!
Awards Ceremony: 9th August 2025
Location: Lismore Turf Club
Award Categories
Local and Regional Categories
- Excellence in Retail and Personal Services
- Excellence in Trade, Construction & Manufacturing
- Excellence in Business & Professional Services
- Excellence in Health, Care & Wellness Industries
- Excellence in Agriculture & Primary Industries
- Excellence in Creative Industries
- Outstanding Trainee/Apprentice of the Year
Local, Regional and State Categories
- Outstanding Employee
- Outstanding Young Business Leader
- Outstanding Business Leader (20 employees and under)
- Outstanding Business Leader (21 employees and over)
- Excellence in International Business
- Employer of Choice – 20 employees and under
- Employer of Choice – 21 employees and over
- Excellence in Innovation
- Excellence in Sustainability
- Outstanding Community Organisation
- Outstanding New Business
- Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion
- Excellence in Micro Business (less than 5 employees)
- Excellence in Small Business (5-20 employees)
- Excellence in Large Business (21+ employees)
- Outstanding Visitor Experience
- Outstanding Visitor Economy Collaboration
- Outstanding 24-Hour Economy Collaboration
- Excellence in Sustainable Tourism
- Business of the Year