Independently Owned, Locally Grown, Community Loved
Nicole Kelly, Mayor Teresa Millwood, Lainie Poon. Photo credit: Regional Development Australia Tropical North
The achievements and contributions of businesses across the region were recognised at the recent Cassowary Coast Local Business Awards, with community leaders, business owners and industry representatives gathering for an evening celebrating local success.
Held at the Innisfail Shire Hall on Friday evening, the event recognised businesses and individuals across a range of categories while highlighting the important role local enterprise continues to play within the regional economy and community.
Attendees praised the presentation of the evening, with the venue transformed for the occasion and guests enjoying catering by Rosco's and entertainment from Alissa Q.
“Last night I was So proud to hear the testimonies from Local stakeholders who have invested in the Cassowary Coast and how our Economic Development Team along with The Economic Leadership Committee are working hard alongside council in driving positive change and making brave decisions to see our region prosper” Mayor Teresa Millwood
Cassowary Coast Business Women's Network congratulated all finalists and winners and also celebrated the success of several member businesses recognised on the night.
“Congrats to all the finalists and winners. Cassowary Coast Business Women's Network is super proud of our six member businesses who were finalists.”
The organisation highlighted the importance of recognising the contribution small businesses make to communities and regional growth.
Among the award recipients on the night was Tropical Vets Cassowary Coast Clinics, which received the 2026 Leading Employer Recognition Award.
“We are incredibly proud to share that Tropical Vets Cassowary Coast Clinics, including Innisfail, Tully, Mission Beach and Cardwell, have received the 2026 Leading Employer Recognition Award at the Cassowary Coast Business Awards,” the clinic said.
“This award reflects the passion, care and dedication of our amazing team across all of our clinics. We are so grateful to our staff and to the wonderful community who continue to trust us with your animals each and every day.”
Winning In Their Category:
Outstanding Business Achievement - Mission Beach Dive,
Customer Services Excellence - House of Valmai and Trade,
Retail & Services Excellence - O'Brien Electrical Innisfail
Leading Employer Recognition Award - Tropical Vets Cassowary Coast Clinics
People’s Choice Award - Hair Manor Innisfail.
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