Northern Business Achievement Awards – Grand Finale Gala Event December 2025

NORTH Link invites you to join a milestone celebration as we commemorate 30 years of connecting, supporting, and advocating for Melbourne’s north.

This landmark occasion will be celebrated in conjunction with the prestigious Northern Business Achievement Awards (NBAA) Grand Finale Gala, a showcase of business excellence and regional collaboration.

The evening will be a high-profile gathering of government, business, education, and community leaders. It will honour the achievements of our region, look to the future, and recognise companies that are making a significant impact.

Evening Highlights:

Inspiring Keynote Leaders:

Hear from two influential leaders shaping Victoria’s economy.

• Hon. Colin Brooks MP – Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing, Minister for Creative Industries
  With a strong commitment to fostering innovation, advanced manufacturing, and the creative economy, Minister Brooks will share insights into how these industries are powering Victoria’s future prosperity.
• Ms Bridget Vallence MP – Shadow Minister for Finance, Shadow Minister for Trade and Investment
  A driving voice for investment, financial responsibility, and trade growth, Ms. Vallence will provide perspective on economic opportunities and challenges ahead for businesses in Melbourne’s north and beyond.

Business Excellence Awards and Young Business Achievers Recognition:

Celebrate the region’s leading businesses as they are recognised across multiple award categories for their innovation, resilience, and contribution to economic growth.

Join us in honouring the outstanding achievements of young entrepreneurs and future leaders from the local government areas of Banyule, Darebin, Hume, Merri-bek, Nillumbik, and Whittlesea City Councils.

Thank you to our NBAA Naming Rights Sponsors:

Victorian Government, Inner North Community Foundation, Kangan Institute, La Trobe Business School, Macpherson Kelley, Melbourne Polytechnic, New Epping, Pitcher Partners, The Fair Co. and Yarra Valley Water.

Our Dinner Sponsors:

This event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors:

• Gold Sponsors: Melbourne Market Authority & Michaelona Flavours
• Silver Sponsors: Innofocus Photonics Technology & La Trobe University
• Bronze Sponsor: Inner North Community Foundation

Don’t miss this milestone event celebrating the past, present, and future of Melbourne’s north.

Get Your Tickets Today!