Maroondah Business Excellence Awards

Business of the Year Award sponsor: Eastland

Winner - Boss Aluminium

Boss Aluminium received the 2025 Business of the Year Award for its exemplary business model and strong market presence. Boss Aluminium has successfully integrated new technologies to operate with precision and efficiency, keeping wastage to a minimum and costs in check

Their commitment to innovation, leadership, resilience, and excellence is evident, resulting in a loyal customer base, repeat business, and a reputation as a well-established and forward-thinking business.

Award Category Sponsor: Rydges Ringwood

Finalists

• Baubles and Spruce
• Buzzbee Beekeeping Supplies
• Empowering Beauty (winner)
• St John Ambulance Victoria
• The Budgie Bar
• The Suburban

Winner - Empowering Beauty

Empowering Beauty received the 2025 Retail and Hospitality Award for its inclusive and uplifting approach, with a customer-centric ethos at its core. Their authentic service, supported by a transformational business model, has driven continuous growth.

Finalists

• Argent Signs
• Eastside Plumbing and Gasfitting
• IDEA Constructions (winner)
• Melbourne Rebuild
• Total Solar Solutions Australia 

Winner - IDEA Constructions

IDEA Constructions received the 2025 Trades and Construction Award for its sustainable, forward-thinking approach, having found a unique niche in the industry. Well-established and highly regarded in the local community, they effectively harness technology and innovative systems to enhance efficiency.

Award Category Sponsor: Micron21

Finalists

• Aughtersons Lawyers (winner)
• Canine Hydro
• Globird Energy
• Millar Merrigan
• SunWiz
• 21 Logistics Group

Winner - Aughtersons Lawyers

Aughtersons Lawyers received the 2025 Professional Services Award for being a well-established firm with a loyal client base. Their commitment to continuous learning and staying current in their field ensures high-quality service.

Finalists

• Footlab+
• FS8 Bayswater North
• Go Beyond Therapy
• Mindful Living Counselling and Psychology
• MoleSpot Skin Cancer Clinic (winner)
• Pole & Aerial Divas Ringwood

Winner - MoleSpot Skin Cancer Clinic

MoleSpot Skin Cancer Clinic received the 2025 Health and Wellness Award for its caring, preventative, and professional services. Their trusted, life-saving approach, solid business model, and focus on employee and customer satisfaction truly stand out.

Finalists

• Cuddly Bear Child Care Heathmont
• Ringwood Training
• Sustainnovate (winner)
• Trident Gymnastics

Winner - Sustainnovate

Sustainnovate received the 2025 Educational Services Award for its clear vision and ability to identify and address a significant market gap, standing out as a growth-oriented, passionate, and inspiring organisation, one that is transformative, future-focused, collaborative, and truly impactful.

Award Category Sponsor: Swinburne University of Technology

Finalists

• Australian EcoTech Solutions
• Boss Aluminium (joint winner)
• Calgraphics Australasia (joint winner)
• Carousel Ice-cream and Frozen Yogurt
• SAAZAA Coffee

Winners - Boss Aluminium, Calgraphics Australasia

Boss Aluminium and Calgraphics Australasia, joint winners in this category, received the 2025 Manufacturing Award for their strong reputation for client satisfaction and for adopting advanced technologies to streamline operations and boost efficiency.

Their commitment to innovation, precision, and leadership stands out, as does their forward-thinking approach, with succession plans that ensure continued success, and a demonstration of true resilience and a shared standard of excellence, setting them apart in the manufacturing sector.

Award Category Sponsor: Impress AV

Finalists

• Agency Jean
• Elope Australia (winner)
• Lightbox Agency
• Squiggles Face & Body Art

Winner - Elope Australia

Elope Australia received the 2025 Arts and Creative Services Award for its ability to bring order to creative chaos, driven by passion, innovation, and vision. With a dynamic, highly engaged team and a strong focus on customer service, they consistently deliver energetic, story-driven, and pioneering work.

Award Category Sponsor: Maroondah Business Group

Finalists

• Different Journeys
• Life’s Little Treasures Foundation
• MEGT (Australia) Ringwood
• Pinchapoo (winner)

Winner - Pinchapoo

Pinchapoo received the 2025 Not-for-profit Award for its empowering, compassionate, and bold approach. With a strong team, visionary leadership, and a sustainable model, their community impact stands out as truly game-changing.

Award Category Sponsor: Contek Constructions

Finalists

• Elope Australia
• GloBird Energy
• Millar Merrigan
• MoleSpot Skin Cancer Clinic
• Pinchapoo (winner)

Winner - Pinchapoo

Pinchapoo received the 2025 Sustainability Award for its innovative approach to rescuing and redistributing toiletries, setting a strong example of combining environmental care with social impact. Pinchapoo’s commitment to reducing landfill and supporting those experiencing hygiene poverty is truly commendable.