The finalists for the 2026 New England North West Business Awards have been announced, with 92 businesses including 22 individuals recognised for their outstanding contribution, achievement and success across the region.
Representing communities, industries and businesses of all sizes across the New England North West, this year’s finalists reflect the calibre, diversity and strength of the region’s business community.
The 2026 Awards recognise businesses and individuals across 21 categories, including two new categories introduced this year: Excellence in Workplace Health & Wellbeing and Excellence in Sustainable Tourism.
Business NSW New England North West Regional Director Stephanie Cameron congratulated all finalists on their achievement.
“Being named a finalist in the New England North West Business Awards is a fantastic achievement and a reflection of the hard work, commitment and innovation demonstrated by businesses and individuals across our region,” Stephanie said.
“The calibre of applications this year has been incredibly encouraging and showcases the strength of our business community and the people behind it.
“To everyone who entered, thank you for sharing your story and achievements. To our finalists, congratulations, we look forward to celebrating your success with you at the Gala Dinner.”
Proudly supported by Joblink Plus, all Awards entries are independently assessed by a panel of experienced judges, ensuring finalists and winners are recognised through a rigorous and independent process.
The 2026 New England North West Business Awards Gala Dinner will be held at Club Quirindi, Quirindi NSW, bringing businesses and community leaders together in the Liverpool Plains to celebrate the achievements of the region’s business community.
Tickets for the Gala Dinner will go on sale soon.
Business NSW New England North West congratulates all finalists and looks forward to celebrating their achievements at the 2026 New England North West Business Awards.
For more information, visit www.businessnsw.com and head to the events section, or follow the Business NSW New England North West Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BusinessNENW
2026 New England North West Business Award Finalists
Outstanding Community Organisation presented by Liverpool Plains Shire Council
Connecting With Bricks Inc.
Homes North Community Housing
Sora Community Services
Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service
Tamworth Meals On Wheels
The Plains Inc.
Uralla Community Neighbourhood Centre
Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion presented by Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service (TAMS)
Bamara
Northaven
Nurse Next Door
Pause Allied Health
Sage Services Group
Excellence in Sustainability presented by Andromeda Industries
axxis
Code 1 Coffee Co
The Alternate Root
Excellence in International Business
Andromeda Industries
Outstanding New Business presented by PRD Tamworth, Liverpool Plains & Gunnedah
Callie Pilates
Donna Harris Thermomix Consultant
Empowering Together
Taurus Rural
Excellence in Micro Business (0-5 Employees) presented by Santos
Creating Focus
Integr8y
Nash Goodwin Photography
Red Hill Cottage Walcha
The Cardhub Inverell
The Coffee Window
Excellence in Small Business (6-20 Employees) presented by BEST Employment
Andromeda Industries
Espire Occupational Therapy
Little Birdy Enterprises
Lloyd Sign Co
Excellence in Medium Business (21-99 Employees) presented by WIN Network
Many Fabrication & Engineering
Partner Now Property
Sage Services Group
The Alternate Root
Excellence in Large Business (100+ Employees)
Tamworth City Toyota
Outstanding Local Chamber presented by Business NSW
Liverpool Plains Business Chamber
Narrabri & District Chamber of Commerce
Tamworth Business Chamber
Uralla Shire Business Chamber
Walcha Business Group
Excellence in Workplace Health & Wellbeing presented by EML Mutual
Centrepoint Tamworth
Holistic Recovery Work Health and safety
Many Fabrication & Engineering
Partner Now Property
Pause Allied Health
Excellence in Innovation presented by University of New England
axxis
Callie Pilates
Lloyd Sign Co
Pause Allied Health
The Drug Detection Agency Mid/North Coast New England & Northwest NSW
Outstanding Visitor Experience presented by Tamworth City Toyota
Austin Tourist Park
Ben’s Falls Retreat
New England Motor Lodge
Quirindi Silo Art, Light & Sound Show
Outstanding Visitor & 24-Hour Economy Collaboration
24 hours in Narrabri – Kamilaroi Country
Excellence in Sustainable Tourism presented by Fiona’s Transport Solutions
Artshack @ Wilgabah
Ben’s Falls Retreat
Wood We Create
Employer of Choice – 20 Employees and Under
Moin Morris Schaefer Lawyers
Pause Allied Health
Valor ‘K
Employer of Choice – 21 Employees and Over
Holistic Recovery
Hunter New England Central Coast PHN
New England Support Services
Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service
Outstanding Employee
Grace Hull – The Alternate Root
Kathie Williamson – Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service
Timothy Chandler – Walcha Council Apsley Riverview Residential Aged Care
Tahlia Ward – Sage Services Group
Outstanding Young Business Leader presented by Tim Coates
Addam Lewis – Sage Services Group
Amy Davis – Temptations Intimate Photography
Chantelle Corby – Callie Pilates
Josh Turner – JT Photographic Studios, The Above & Beyond Media Co, Ironleaf Creative
Outstanding Business Leader – 20 Employees and Under
Ashleigh Foy – Nurture and Nourish Collective
Jeremy Bainbridge – GJ Gardner Homes Tamworth
Payal Patel – Pause Allied Health
Stephanie Slavin – Steph’s Dog Grooming & Retreat
Outstanding Business Leader – 21 Employees and Over
Xander Peters – axxis
Berdine Warne – Little Birdy Enterprises, The Alternate Root and The Rustic Fig
Gary Sills – Many Fabrication & Engineering
Jacqui Powell – Partner Now Property
Media Release: Business NSW New England Nrthwest
