Deni finalists in regional awards

Awards winners with Serena Hardwick from Business NSW (far right).

The finalists for the 2025 Business NSW Riverina Murray Business Awards have officially been announced, and Deniliquin is proudly represented across a wide range of categories.

Most were automatically nominated for the regional awards following their win at the Deniliquin Business Excellence Awards on Friday.

Others have self-nominated, allowing for a broader recognition of excellence and impact.

The awards ceremony will take place at Piccolo Farm in Griffith on Friday, September 19.

  • Outstanding Visitor Economy Collaboration: Deniliquin Business Chamber & Edward River Council
  • Excellence in Sustainable Tourism: Deni Play On The Plains Festival Ltd
  • Outstanding Visitor Experience: The Depot Historic Vehicle & Memorabilia Collection.
  • Outstanding New Business: DeniSPOT.
  • Excellence in Large Business: Deniliquin RSL.
  • Excellence in Small Business: Deni Play On The Plains Festival Ltd.
  • Excellence in Micro Business: Cherrywood Emporium.
  • Excellence in Micro Business: Deni Golf Resort.
  • Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion: Intereach.
  • Outstanding Community Organisation: Rotary Club Deniliquin.
  • Excellence in Sustainability: Deni Golf Resort.
  • Employer of Choice (20 employees & under): Deniliquin Veterinary Clinic.
  • Employer of Choice (21 employees & over): Intereach.
  • Outstanding Business Leader: Rob Brown – Peppin Family Consulting.
  • Outstanding Business Leader: Vicki Lowry - Deni Play On The Plains Festival Ltd.
  • Outstanding Young Business Leader: Jessica Kitchin – Highlight Creative.
  • Outstanding Employee: John Arthur – Deniliquin Stadium.