CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE... The Greater Shepparton Business Excellence Awards put a spotlight on community for one dazzling night. The Greater Shepparton Business Network Board and Administration are pictured from left back row is Kyra Mutton Administration Assistant, President Co-Chair Wayne Sutton, President Stephen Schneider, Executive Officer Tracy Lyle, Board Member Jason Bathman, GSCC Engagement Chair and Board Member Geoff Adams, Kelly D'Andrea, Administration Assistant. Front Row. Events Committee Chair and Board Member Michaela Sargeant, Membership Committee Chair and Board Member Sally Tremellen, Vice President and Business Awards Chair Jac McCarty and Treasurer and Board Member Neer Kaur. Photo: Emma Harrop
FROM family-run shops to growing regional enterprises, Greater Shepparton’s business community came together to celebrate the people, passion and hard work that help make the region such a special place to live and work.
Held at Riverlinks Eastbank on Friday, October 23, the 2026 Greater Shepparton Business Excellence Awards brought business owners, staff, supporters and community leaders together for an evening of recognition, connection and celebration.
CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE… The Greater Shepparton Business Excellence Awards put a spotlight on community for one dazzling night. The Greater Shepparton Business Network Board and Administration are pictured from left back row is Kyra Mutton Administration Assistant, President Co-Chair Wayne Sutton, President Stephen Schneider, Executive Officer Tracy Lyle, Board Member Jason Bathman, GSCC Engagement Chair and Board Member Geoff Adams, Kelly D’Andrea, Administration Assistant. Front Row. Events Committee Chair and Board Member Michaela Sargeant, Membership Committee Chair and Board Member Sally Tremellen, Vice President and Business Awards Chair Jac McCarty and Treasurer and Board Member Neer Kaur. Photo: Emma Harrop
Now in its 29th year, the awards serve as an opportunity to recognise not only business success, but the people behind it, those who serve their customers, support local jobs, mentor the next generation and contribute to the strength of the Goulburn Valley.
This year’s event reached a new milestone, attracting a record 711 nominations, up from 467 in 2025 and 360 in 2024, highlighting the depth of talent and enthusiasm within the local business community.
Presented by the Greater Shepparton Business Network, and proudly supported by Shepparton Club Inc., the evening celebrated businesses and individuals across the region who continue to invest their time, energy and innovative ideas into Greater Shepparton.
Supported by local and regional sponsors, the awards also reflected the strength of collaboration that helps the community thrive.
