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Uniquely Byron Business Awards applications open

By Hans Lovejoy

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Byron Chamber president Matt Williamson. Photo Hans Lovejoy

The Uniquely Byron Business Awards 2024 are now open for applications!

Local businesses who have contributed in making the Byron Shire a great place to do business will be celebrated at a special event planned later in the year.

The Byron Chamber will host the event, and its president Matt Williamson says the awards range from home-based ventures and ambitious start-ups, to leading manufacturers and logistics companies.

‘The awards celebrate the diverse achievements across our vibrant business community’.

The 18 categories include Bright Ideas – Excellence in Innovation; Eco-Warriors – Excellence in Sustainability; Standout Start-up – Excellence in New Business (one to two years); Peace, Love & Mungbeans – Outstanding Community Organisation.

All winners of other categories will be automatically entered into Byron Business of the Year.

Sponsors are also sought – please email [email protected] for more information and a copy of the sponsorship pack.

To enter, visit www.byronbaychamber.com/business-awards-2024.

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