Innovation and creativity took centre stage as local businesses were celebrated for their achievements at the 2025 Melton Business Excellence Awards.
A record-breaking 102 businesses entered this year's awards, with 10 successful businesses in retail, trade, health, services and more taking home top honours for exceptional work, drive and professionalism in their respective fields.
The winners were announced at an awards evening held at WestWaters Entertainment Complex in Caroline Springs on 10 September, with MC Shane Jacobson entertaining the crowd.
Witchmount Estate Weddings & Events took out the coveted Business of the Year award, while Jungle Lab received the Mayoral Achievement award.
The Melton Business Excellence Awards program is in its 18th year and recognises the contributions local businesses make to the City of Melton.
Quotes attributable to City of Melton, Mayor Cr Steve Abboushi:
"Congratulations to the winners, finalists and all the businesses who applied for the awards. It was wonderful to see our business community come together to recognise excellence.''
"Every business that applied for the awards had a wonderful story to share and can be very proud of their contribution to our community over the past 12 months.''
"The hard work that drives these businesses shows why we have one of the most resilient and innovative business communities in Melbourne's west.''
"I'm proud of the Melton Business Excellence Awards program and the other initiatives Council provides to help businesses in the City of Melton shine.''
2025 Melton Business Excellence Award winners:
Business of the Year: Witchmount Estate Weddings & Events
Mayoral Achievement Award: Jungle Lab
Disability Inclusion Award: Australian Integrated Care Services
Emerging Leadership Award: Hitfit Melton
Health, Wellness and Care Award: Melton Psychology Clinic
Industry and Trade Services Award: TS Equine Services
Professional Services Award: Twinkle Driving School
Retail Services Award: Anzlens
Sustainability Excellence Award: Roadstone Recycling
Visitation and Hospitality Award: DESIR Wine & Cocktail Lounge
Workplace Engagement Award: Witchmount Estate Weddings & Events
