Join Us for the 2026 Business Eastern Shore Excellence & Service Awards
Thursday 3 December 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM | Century Room, Ninja Stadium, Bellerive
We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Business Eastern Shore Excellence & Service Awards—an evening dedicated to recognising, celebrating, and uplifting the outstanding businesses and professionals who are making a real impact across our region.
Now in its 26th year, this prestigious event brings together business leaders, innovators, and community changemakers for an unforgettable night of inspiration, achievement, and connection. Held in the elegant Century Room at Ninja Stadium, guests will enjoy a night of celebration with local food, drinks, and entertainment as we honour the best of the best across the City of Clarence.
Be Part of the Celebration
If your business has delivered exceptional service, introduced new innovations, supported your community, or simply gone the extra mile—this is your time to shine.
Nominations for the 2026 Awards are officially open!
Why Nominate?
- Gain high-profile recognition and celebrate your team’s hard work
- Build credibility and trust within the community and your industry
- Enjoy valuable exposure across Business Eastern Shore networks
- Connect with other passionate business owners at the Awards Presentation Evening
Award Categories Include:
Service Award Categories
- Hospitality and Tourism (Restaurants, Hotels, Tourism, Galleries, etc.)
- Retail (including Hair & Beauty}
- Community (Sporting Clubs, Trainers, Volunteer Organisations, etc.)
- Professional Service (Solicitors, Doctors, Real Estate, Accounting, Surveyors, Banking etc.)
- Cafés (Stand-alone cafes employing up to 15 people, mobile vans etc.)
- Medical and Allied Health (Dentists, Doctors, Chiropractors, Masseurs etc.)
Excellence Awards Categories
- Enterprise and Innovation Business
- Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries
- Inclusivity and Diversity
- Environmental Sustainability
- New Business (Need to be in business at least 2 years)
- Eastern Shore Sun $750 Marketing Award.
- Vanessa Goodwin Mentoring Award
- Business Eastern Shore Business of the Year Award
Nominations are not required for the final three categories, as winners will be chosen from the nominees in other award categories.
Nominations close Thursday 15 October 2026
Don’t miss this chance to put your business in the spotlight.
Submit your nomination today!
Let’s celebrate the businesses that make the Eastern Shore such a vibrant and inspiring place to work, live and grow.
