We celebrated innovation, community, and excellence with over 200 attendees at the NBAA 2024 Grand Finale Gala Dinner on 5 December 2024. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible Dinner Sponsors – Melbourne Innovation Centre, The Epoch Times, The GPT Group, and Hume City Council – for their generous support in making this event truly memorable.

Thank You to our Event Sponsors–

Victorian Government, nbn® Australia, Inner North Community Foundation, Kangan Institute, La Trobe Business School, La Trobe University, Macpherson Kelley, MatchWorks, Melbourne Polytechnic, Options Consulting Group, OET, Pitcher Partners, New Epping, Yarra Valley Water.

Congratulations to our Award Winners!
We are so proud to recognise the remarkable achievements of:
• Wonder Pies
• GOODSERCLE / Sunny Electronics
• Second Chance Animal Rescue Inc.
• Dattner Group
• Mantra Melbourne Epping
• Flexikitch
• Innofocus Photonics Technology Pty Ltd
• Distinctive Features Cosmetic Tattoo and Beauty
• Sussex Taps
• 3 Ravens Brewery
• A Fitting Connection

Special applause for our Young Business Achievers and Internship Student of the Year:
• Edward Ridewood from Ridewood Photography
• Manashni Mirza from Integra Systems
• Sanderson Wanjiru

A big thank you to Hacia Atherton, CPA, MAPP for delivering an inspiring keynote on Empowering Women in Trade. Hacia shared powerful insights into breaking barriers and fostering inclusivity, reminding us of the importance of creating equitable opportunities for women to excel in non-traditional industries. Her message resonated deeply with everyone in the room and set the tone for a brighter, more inclusive future.

As we wrap up this year, we’re already counting the days to the next NBAA celebration on 6 March 2025. Stay tuned as we continue to champion the incredible businesses and individuals shaping Melbourne’s north.