Local Businesses Encouraged to Apply Now For 2025 East Grampians Business Awards

Applications are now open for the 2025 East Grampians Business Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements and innovation among businesses in the Ararat region. The closing date for entries – 7 September 2025 – is less than two weeks away, and we encourage local businesses to enter.

The Awards offer businesses a valuable opportunity for self-assessment, networking, recognition, and ongoing growth, with finalists and winners receiving prominent promotion, a cash prize, and further support from the Greater Ararat Business Network (GABN).

GABN President, Kelsey Hosking, emphasised the benefits of participating in the awards. “These awards are about celebrating and recognising some of our best local businesses, and any business that operates in the Ararat Rural City area can enter. We know these businesses are at the heart of our community, offering construction, healthcare, agriculture, tourism, retail, advanced manufacturing and a whole lot more.”

The Awards ceremony in November will bring together entrants, sponsors, and the broader business community for a night of celebration and recognition. Entries are judged across multiple categories by an independent panel, and businesses are encouraged to enter any category relevant to their operations.

Ararat Rural City Council Mayor, Cr Jo Armstrong said, “The diversity and resilience of our local businesses is something every resident can be proud of. These awards not only generate new opportunities for entrepreneurs and established operators, but also encourage us to recognise the work, ideas, and talent right here in our community. I look forward to seeing the breadth of entries this year and the positive impact the Awards have across our region.”

Eligibility extends to any business operating within the Ararat municipality. For entry details and guidelines, visit the Ararat Rural City Council website. Applications close on 7 September 2025.

Contact Philippa Cairns at (03) 5355 0241 for more information about the awards.

More information about the categories, entry guidelines and application forms can also be found on our website.