The 2025 NBAA Grand Finale Gala Event and NORTH Link 30th Anniversary Dinner was a spectacular celebration of excellence, innovation, and community spirit in Melbourne’s north. Held at the Novotel Melbourne Preston, the evening brought together leaders from business, government, education, and industry to honour outstanding achievements across our region.

We were honoured to welcome Hon. Colin Brooks MP – Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing, Minister for Creative Industries, and Ms Bridget Vallence MP – Shadow Minister for Finance, Jobs and Skills, and sincerely thank them both for taking the time to attend and support our business community.

Celebrating Our 2025 Award Winners

Congratulations to all nominees and award recipients. This year’s winners demonstrated remarkable leadership, resilience, and contributions to the growth of Melbourne’s north.

Business of the Year – Sponsored by Victorian Government

• Eriez Magnetics
• Animal Land Children’s Farm
  

Young Business Achiever

• Anastasia Sarikizis – Sponsored by La Trobe Business School
  

Customer Service – Sponsored by NORTH Link

• Animal Land Children’s Farm
  

Human Resources

• Darling Daughters – Sponsored by Macpherson Kelley
  

Innovation and Enterprise – Sponsored by The Fair Co

• Eifers Civil
• Huracan Fabrication
  

Exporter of the Year – Sponsored by Pitcher Partners

• St Remio
  

Sustainability and Environment – Sponsored by Yarra Valley Water

• Sustainable Building and Design
  

Industry Education Engagement – Sponsored by Kangan Institute

• CoLabs
  

Workplace Diversity – Sponsored by Melbourne Polytechnic

• Your Community Health
  

Philanthropy and Community Service – Sponsored by Inner North Community Foundation

• A Blanck Canvas
  

Digital Technology – Sponsored by Melbourne’s North Food Group

• Eriez Magnetics
  

Best Small Business or Microbusiness – Sponsored by New Epping

• RadTest Australia
  

Outstanding Initiative in Manufacturing – Sponsored by Melbourne’s North Advanced Manufacturing Group

• Trendgosa
  

Thank You to Our Sponsors

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors for their continued support and commitment to fostering a thriving, innovative, and inclusive business ecosystem in Melbourne’s north. Your partnership makes these awards and the growth they inspire possible.

Celebrating 30 Years of NORTH Link

The evening also marked a major milestone—30 years of NORTH Link supporting regional prosperity, collaboration, and industry development. We proudly showcased our 30th Anniversary video, celebrating the achievements and partnerships that have shaped our journey.

Event Photos