The event is a chance for local businesses to shine and to receive recognition for the work they do in the community, with 25 awards handed out across two categories.

Macleay Valley Business Chamber executive officer Lisa McPherson said the event was a big success.

"It was a full house at the South West Rocks Country Club. The venue was great for the event, everyone really enjoyed it," she said.

"The atmosphere was great and it was good to see some new additions to businesses in the Macleay Valley being acknowledged on the night."

The level of excellence awards were decided by a panel of judges while the local industry awards involved a combination of public voting by other businesses and judges scores.

Ms McPherson said without the sponsors the event wouldn't go ahead and on behalf of the Macleay Valley Business Chamber, she thanked all of the sponsors for their contribution.

"A big thank you goes out to our sponsors, they are so generous and they ensure the Business Awards are an annual event in the Macleay," she said.

"Local businesses do a lot for our community and it's great to have an event where we can recognise and celebrate the businesses and the work they do in the community."

Businesses who received awards on the night are:

NSW Business Chamber Aligned Awards:

Excellence in Business - Winner: South West Rocks Country Club

Employer of Choice - Winner: Kempsey Shire Council

Excellence in Micro Business - Winner: Kirstie's Skinsational

Excellence in Small Business - Winner: Hat Head Bowling and Recreation Club

Excellence in Sustainability - Winner: Eversons Food Processors

Excellence in Social Enterprise - Winner: Macleay Options Inc

Outstanding Business Leader - Winner: Gavan Landini, Macleay Options Inc

Outstanding Young Entrepreneur - Winner: Lauren Reichel, Valley Electrical Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Outstanding Young Employee - Winner: Lachlan Townsend, Coastline Credit Union Ltd

Excellence in Innovation - Winner: Kempsey Macleay RSL Club

Start Up Superstar - Winner: Sweet Blossom Floral Design

Local Recognition Awards:

Excellence in Tourism, Accomodation and Hospitality - Winner: Slim Dusty Centre Pty Ltd, Highly Commended: South West Rocks Country Club

Excellence in Retail Service - Winner: Central Kempsey IGA, Highly Commended: Mahalo Interiors

Excellence in Professional Services - Winner: Coastal Wealth Directions, Highly Commended: Octec Limited

Excellence in Trades and Industry - Winner: Eversons Food Processors, Highly Commended: Hotondo Homes Kempsey

Excellence in Agriculture - Winner: P & K Hand, Highly Commended: Blueberry Greens

Excellence in Professional Services - Winner: Kempsey Shire Council, Highly Commended: Macleay Options Inc

Excellence in Health, Beauty and Wellbeing - Winner: Saltwater Hairstyles, Highly Commended: Rocks Beauty Therapy

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