Finalists Announced!

We are proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Mount Alexander Business Awards.

This year’s awards received more than 120 nominations across seven categories.

Each category highlights the people and enterprises that help build a thriving local economy – one that values innovation, care for people and place, environmental sustainability, and strong community connections.

The winners will be announced at the Business Awards Presentation Evening on Wednesday 19 November at Boomtown in Castlemaine.

The Business Awards Presentation Evening is a chance to recognise and celebrate the remarkable contributions of our local businesses – from creating supportive workplaces and accessible spaces, to championing local food, sustainability and new ideas.

Tickets are now on sale and expected to sell quickly. To book, visit www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Business-Awards

A list of finalists

Find out about the businesses who entered below!

19 September, 2025

A grateful client says:

Zarlah Hair Design Great to have a new business in Harcourt! Great customer Service & great to have locally in a fast growing area

19 September, 2025

Zarlah Hair Design says:

Zarlah Hair Design A New business in Harcourt. A brave young lady has taken the plunge into her own business and chose Harcourt

19 September, 2025

Suzi says:

Movement Zone - Castlemaine This business really does a fantastic job of bringing community together for both young and old.

19 September, 2025

Daryle says:

Loveshack brewery, Castlemaine. Great food, friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere.

19 September, 2025

Daryle Chapman says:

BikeRanger in Castlemaine. Great range of e bikes for sale, servicing and repairs. More bikes, less cars on our roads.

18 September, 2025

Angela Lucas says:

Get fit with Nic, focusing on more than exercise: proper nutrition, perimenopause, pregnancy, post partum, seniors. Strong advocate.

18 September, 2025

Gen says:

Gary Winter Landscape Design leads a team of local experts to create down to earth garden designs for life!

18 September, 2025

Ma says:

Shedshaker Brewing Company Congenial hosts. Friendly staff and great ambience. Wonderful choice of menu.

17 September, 2025

Daniel says:

Daedulux

17 September, 2025

Daniel says:

On Point Drones

17 September, 2025

Daniel says:

Movement Zone

17 September, 2025

Gen says:

Lifehouse Design - Castlemaine embraces sustainable practices in their building designs and in the workplace with an energy efficiency focus

More information about the awards