Warramunda in the running for award

‘‘We are very excited to be a finalist in the Campaspe Murray Business Awards,’’

Warramunda Village chief executive Sandi Websdale said. ‘‘Warramunda is in a phase of significant growth and has broadened its business base in the last three years to meet the care needs of our community. We are intentional as we strive to keep services local and our important community asset sustainable.

‘‘We have introduced Community Care and NDIS services, and have embarked on an $11 million building program to increase our residential care capacity and to modernise our facility.

‘‘We are proud to offer these services locally, and to create jobs within the shire. This announcement recognises the hard work of our board and staff, and the care and commitment by them to the vulnerable in our community.’’

Businesses from the tourism, trades, agriculture, professional service and other sectors are among those named across 11 categories.

Campaspe Shire Mayor Adrian Weston said there was an increase in the number of entries this year, with the standard being ‘‘extremely competitive’’.

‘‘An impressive 91 applications were submitted, highlighting the value the business sector places on the local awards program,’’ he said.

‘‘We have a diverse, energetic commercial community on both sides of the Murray, and the awards nomination process has again showcased the incredible depth of passion that thrives in our local business sector.’’

As well as the industry categories, 2019 also sees the inclusion of the people’s choice award, where members of the public can vote for their favourite finalist.

Vote for the people’s choice award by Friday, September 6, at surveymonkey.com/r/CMBA2019PeoplesChoiceAward.

Category winners and business of the year will be announced at the gala presentation evening on Wednesday, October 9, at Rich River Golf Club.

Full details are available at the business awards website: campaspemurraybusinessawards.com.