Remarkable Regional Business

Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025 Awards Category: Creative Industries Business Name: Hebron Films Presented to: Caleb Maxwell // About the business Hebron Films is a boutique Bendigo-based video production and storytelling studio that helps regional businesses grow with strategic, high-value video content. They partner with companies and marketing teams to craft creative films backed by clear strategy—bringing stories to life that attract attention and drive results. Known for personalised collaboration, they handle everything from concept to production, delivering engaging videos that elevate brands on the world stage. // Links https://hebronfilms.com https://bbea.com.au/

Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025 Awards Category: Climate Leader Award & Social Procurement Award Business Name: Flash Farm Presented to: Kristy Kemp // About the business Flash Farm is a farm-based allied health service near Myers Flat, Victoria that uses nature, animals and evidence-based therapeutic approaches to support people’s wellbeing, skills and confidence. Founded from a vision that connection with animals can enhance therapy, Flash Farm offers individual and group programs—like life skills, social development and horticultural activities—framed around personalised, experiential learning to improve mental health and life outcomes. // Links https://www.flashfarm.org/ https://bbea.com.au/

Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Not-for-profit Award Winner 2025 Awards Category: Not-for-profit Award Business Name: Bendigo Theatre Company Presented to: Vern Wall // About the business Bendigo Theatre Company is a long-running community theatre organisation in Bendigo, Victoria dedicated to producing high-quality live theatre that entertains and engages local audiences. Since 1952, it has staged a wide range of musicals, dramas and productions while providing opportunities for performers, creators and behind-the-scenes volunteers of all ages. The company also fosters youth involvement through its Tribe Youth Theatre program and nurtures local theatrical talent. // Links https://www.bendigotheatrecompany.org.au/ https://bbea.com.au/

Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025 Awards Category: Manufacturing Award Business Name: Fabriq Presented to: Melanie Clark // About the business Fabriq is a family-owned and operated window furnishings business serving Bendigo and Central Victoria since 1995. They specialise in custom curtains, blinds, upholstery and interior décor, offering bespoke design, colour advice and personalised service to make decorating enjoyable. With quality craftsmanship and trusted expertise, Fabriq helps clients create beautiful, lasting spaces they’ll love for years to come. // Links https://fabriq.com.au/ https://bbea.com.au/

Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025 Awards Category: Events and Tourism Award Business Name: Bendigo Jockey Club Presented to: Paul Scullie // About the business Bendigo Jockey Club is a historic country racing club in Victoria, celebrated as the “Nursery of Champions” where many iconic racehorses began their careers. It hosts about 23 race meetings annually at Bendigo Racecourse, including major events like the Ladbrokes Bendigo Cup and Golden Mile. The club offers premier regional racing, hospitality, training facilities, community events and a vibrant race day experience. // Links https://country.racing.com/bendigo https://bbea.com.au/

Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025 Awards Category: Emerging and Energised Award Business Name: Making Cents of Money Presented to: Bec Dillon-Hensby // About the business Making Cents of Money is a Bendigo-based financial planning business that provides straight-up, no-jargon advice to help people take control of their money and live life on their own terms. Founded by experienced financial planner Bec Dillon-Hensby, the company crafts personalised plans covering budgeting, investing, superannuation and more—making smart money decisions simple, sustainable and tailored to clients’ goals. // Links https://makingcentsofmoney.com.au/ https://bbea.com.au/