What’s Happening?
The 2024 Redlands Business Excellence Awards took place last October 19, celebrating 63 local businesses recognised across 20 categories for their contributions to Redlands’ business landscape, with Engage Care Services crowned Business of the Year.
Why It Matters
The awards champion resilience, innovation, and community impact, recognising businesses that have demonstrated excellence and significant contributions, strengthening Redlands’ economic and social fabric.
By the Numbers
- 273 businesses applied to become a 2024 Champion, marking a 32% increase from last year.
- 3,276 votes cast by the public for the People’s Choice award, showing robust community support.
- 63 finalists chosen from across 20 categories, underscoring the high calibre of local business talent.
Zoom In
The 2024 awards brought to the forefront inspiring stories of Redlands businesses, from Craft Brew House winning both the President’s Award and Women in Business to Elysium Restaurant & Bar’s People’s Choice for Customer Service.
Zoom Out
The record participation highlights growing engagement and pride in Redlands’ business community, with public and judges recognising excellence in industries from healthcare to tourism.
Local Impact
The awards celebrate Redlands’ entrepreneurial spirit, strengthening community ties and enhancing the local economy, particularly through recognition of businesses in hospitality, health, and creative industries.
2024 Redlands Business Excellence Award Winners:
- Creative Industries Champion: Helena Rose
- Education & Training Champion: TAFE Senior College
- Financial and Professional Services: EEA Advisory
- Fitness & Recreation: Twistarz Gymnastics Academy
- Food & Hospitality (Small): Melin Vietnamese & Chinese Restaurant
- Food & Hospitality (Large): Redlands RSL
- Hair & Beauty Services: Clean Skin Laser Tattoo Removal
- Health and Social Services: Engage Care Services
- Home & Animal Services: AllPro Pest Control
- Manufacturing, Construction & Trades: Bunji Enterprises
- New Business & Startups: Blue Tongue Kitchen
- NFP, Charity, Community or Social Enterprise: Merry Go Round Toys
- Redlands Coast Tourism: Redland Museum
- Women in Business: Craft Brew House
- Young Entrepreneur: Our Pixie Friends
- People’s Choice – Best of Redlands: 4 Hunters
- People’s Choice – Customer Service: Elysium Restaurant & Bar
- People’s Choice – Retail, Fashion & Specialty: 4 Hunters
- President’s Award: Craft Brew House
- Business of the Year: Engage Care Services
What to Look for Next
Keep an eye out for the 2025 Redlands Business Excellence Awards, with next year’s entrants likely to set an even higher standard of innovation and dedication.
