We are pleased to announce the Finalists for the 2016 Rockingham Centre RKCC Regional Business Awards.
**In no particular Order**
SOHO Business Award – Proudly Sponsored by Rockingham Kwinana Chamber of Commerce
Finalist 1
SUBURBAN SALT DESIGN
Suburban Salt Design assists home owners either building or renovating from concept plans to completing the finishing touches. With over 10 years’ experience in the building industry as a qualified building surveyor and interior designer I work with clients to ensure the design suits their needs and lifestyle. The end result is a beautifully designed, functional home all while saving in many cases thousands of dollars.
Finalist 2
XLR8 OBSTACLE COURSE
A unique business inspired on the military background of the owner. As the only permanent obstacle course in WA, XLR8 Obstacle Course offers a one of kind service within the very competitive industry of fitness. Passion, care and enthusiasm is key to the culture of XLR8 and is much appreciated by all their muddy fun clients.
Finalist 3
PATERSON PERSONAL STYLING
Robyn Paterson (Paterson Personal Styling) is an experienced Personal Fashion Stylist, Wardrobe and Colour consultant with many years working in the fashion industry, and has styled hundreds of women of all shape, size and age. Robyn is an expert at personal fashion styling – whether it’s creating every day, affordable, mix and match wardrobes, packing for holidays, including cruises, or dressing a client for a very special occasion.
Finalist 4
BABY SENSORY AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
Baby Sensory is a multi-sensory baby development program which is designed to support development and learning for babies from birth to 13 months of age. Our multi-award winning classes introduce parents and their baby to a world of sensory delights where they can relax, spend quality time with each other and enjoy meeting other new parents.
MICRO Business Award – Proudly Sponsored by Sound Telegraph
Finalist 1
FRIDAY’S JETSKI’S
Friday’s Jetski’s began back in 2009 in our home garage in Golden Bay. 6 years on we now have the biggest showroom in Australia. Our showroom boasts a great range of products and services, including new, demo & preowned Jetski’s, Quad Bikes & Buggies. We have a fully equipped workshop offering quality servicing and maintenance to all of our customers.
Finalist 2
MASSAGE BREAK
Servicing the Rockingham area for over 14 years, Mary combines her medical background in nursing, with her expertise in Remedial massage, Reflexology and Kinesiology to provide you, the individual, a holistic approach to your health and wellbeing. Take a Massage Break today! www.massagebreakmaryeast.com.au.
Finalist 3
STRIDE PROPERTY SERVICES
STRIDE Property Services is a property maintenance and rubbish removal business aimed specifically towards busy real estate professionals and property investors. STRIDE offers one point of contact for all trades and complete coordination of your property maintenance projects whilst providing professional, effective and timely service. Think STRIDE – The progressive step.
SME Business Award – Proudly Sponsored by City of Kwinana
Finalist 1
SEA CONTAINERS WA
At Sea Containers WA we pride ourselves on customer service and repeat business. We supply shipping containers for sale, hire modification and storage anywhere throughout metropolitan and regional WA. We consider ourselves a little different from our competitors in that “we proved our customers with containerised storage solutions
Finalist 2
MALIBU FRESH ESSENTIALS
At Malibu Fresh Essentials, we understand that more and more people are becoming conscious of their health and the food they choose to eat. Our store has been thriving since it was first opened in 2000, and with over 25 years working with organic and conventional fresh food, we know that healthy food does taste better. Our commitment is to always supply the highest quality fresh products and, where possible, support local Western Australian products and suppliers.
Finalist 3
OROPESA PORT MANAGEMENT
Oropesa Port Management is a West Australian company providing a range of services to the Maritime Sector for the Design, Development, Operation and Management of Maritime Facilities and Activities. Highly experienced in the Defence, Resource and Logistics Industries, Oropesa’s mandate is to provides advantage to the functions of shore based maritime business
Finalist 4
ENDURACLAD INTERNATIONAL
Enduraclad International supplies wear resistant products to the Mining, Earthmoving and Quarrying industries. These products make plant and machinery last longer in the harsh environments they are installed in. Enduraclad has grown on average 30% each of the 5 years it has been in operation and now employs over 30 staff from around the Rockingham Area. Enduraclad is known for providing fit-for-purpose products that are not only of the highest quality, but also at the best prices possible
CORPORATE Business Award – Proudly Sponsored by Fremantle Ports
Finalist 1
CARNEGIE WAVE ENERGY
Carnegie Wave Energy Limited is an Australian, ASX-listed (ASX:CWE) wave energy technology developer. Carnegie is the 100% owner and developer of the CETO Wave Energy Technology intellectual property. Carnegie is focussed on commercial opportunities in key target markets including UK, Europe and remote islands
Finalist 2
CIVMEC CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
As a leading end-to-end provider of specialist engineering and construction services, providing diverse capabilities, we can provide our clients with a wide range of complementary in-house core competencies and services including heavy engineering, modularization, structural mechanical & piping, electrical instrumentation & control plus so much more
Finalist 3
CEDAR WOODS
A significant part of our business involves creating vibrant residential communities with supporting retail and commercial developments, typically in capital city growth corridors, in Perth that includes the Rockingham – Kwinana area. Cedar Woods has four property developments within Rockingham-Kwinana area including; North Baldivis, Rivergums Baldivis, Emerald Park Kwinana and Mangles Bay Marina a proposed marina-based tourist precinct in Rockingham
Finalist 4
TCD CIVIL CONSTRUCTION
As a Multi-Disciplinary Civil Contractor, TCD has delivered a range of projects in its 31 years of history. Our experience in our broad service enables TCD to offer a quality ‘One Stop Service’ for all project requirements. TCD is a locally owned company that has completed projects through Australia and New Zealand
TOURISM OR HOSPITALITY EXCELLENCE Award – Proudly Sponsored by Rockingham Visitors Centre
Finalist 1
ANCHORAGE GUEST HOUSE
We offer a four-star rated bespoke service to our guests with an emphasis on ‘Comfortable, Elegant and Relaxed’ ensuring the needs of all guests from holiday makers to corporate travelers are met. We provide first class, clean and stylish accommodation for all visitors to the region of Rockingham and Kwinana
Finalist 2
ROCKINGHAM APARTMENTS
From the moment a customer books or visits the Rockingham Apartments, they are given a positive and vibrant impression of the Rockingham and Kwinana Area. All apartments within our group offer panoramic ocean views of Cockburn Sound and Garden Island, and emphasis the unique north facing Indian Ocean views for their enjoyment.
Finalist 3
LATITUDE 32
Latitude 32 is an “upscale casual” steakhouse situated on the Rockingham boardwalk overlooking the pristine waters of Cockburn Sound. From a few cocktails after work, to a girls lunch out, to a more formal experience, we offer a perfect environment for you to come, relax, and be our guest. If you are looking for quality, Latitude 32 is the perfect venue for your corporate dinners and cocktail party events. Latitude 32 prides itself on being your first choice for a premium dining experience in Rockingham promoting out core 3 values….. Quality, Comfort, and Value
OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY EVENT Award – Proudly Sponsored by City of Rockingham
Finalist 1
CITY OF ROCKINGHAM – NEW YEARS EVENT
As one of WA’s largest local governments, the City of Rockingham coordinates an extensive calendar of events throughout the year for its residents. Its premier event is its annual New Year’s Eve celebration which it has hosted on the Rockingham foreshore for the past 15 years. The festivities attract more than 20,000 people and include a spectacular fireworks display, epitomising the City’s reputation as the place “where the coast comes to life”.
Finalist 2
ROCKINGHAM AND PORT KENNEDY COMMUNITY BANK – BRANCHES OF THE BENDIGO BANK – BUDDY BENCHES PROGRAM
We do big things for Rockingham; that’s why earlier this year we donated 30 buddy benches to 29 local primary schools. Designed to foster friendship, eliminate loneliness and encourages kids to be inclusive on the playground, these benches will assist the schools with strategies to make them free from bullying
Finalist 3
PALM BEACH ROTARY CLUB INC. – GALA FUNDRAISING DINNER
The Palm Beach Rotary Club was charted in April 1982. Currently the Club has 40 male and female members from diverse backgrounds of Business, Professions and Trades. Rotary provides both financial and in kind assistance to a large variety of Charities and Welfare associations. Palm Beach Rotary raises funds with signature events such as the Gala Dinner and Auction, The Beachside Festival and has provided the ANZAC Day breakfast as a free event following the Dawn Service in Rockingham for over 40 years
YOUNG BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR Award – Proudly Sponsored by Community Newspaper Group
Finalist 1
RORY O’BRIEN of INFINITI GROUP
Finalist 2
RHYS HERON of CITY OF KWINANA
Rhys Heron is an experienced communications manager at the City of Kwinana, where he has worked since 2010. Over the past several years Rhys, who just turned 25, has been the recipient of numerous state and national awards in academia and business and has successfully led his teams in implementing hundreds of community campaigns, ranging from corporate re-brands to strategic lobbying.
Finalist 3
BECKY STEUER of QUEST ROCKINGHAM APARTMENTS
Becky Steuer is the Business Development Manager at Quest Rockingham Apartment Hotel, Becky has been involved with Hospitality, Tourism and Sales & Marketing for over 10 years. Becky has been a Rockingham local for over 27 years. She has had extensive marketing and business development experience working previously for The Sound Telegraph, Flight Centre and The Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa. Becky’s main objective is to engage with Quests corporate clients who require first class accommodation and service
Finalist 4
SAM LABROSCIANO of LATITUDE 32
Sam Labrosciano is the Head Chef of Latitude 32 and is bringing his passion for food and customer satisfaction to the table every day. Sam takes great pride in the fact that he is a Young Head Chef and takes that challenge head on. Sam works hard to ensure that Latitude 32’s Menu and customer experience is memorable and showcases the fine local produce that we are fortunate to be able to source every morning. Sam’s ability to manage his team and produce award winning food is only the beginning for this young chefs journey
BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR Award – Proudly Sponsored by Coast FM 97.3
Finalist 1
TED BLACKSHAW OF XLR8 OBSTACLE COURSE
Ted has been committed to the health, fitness and wellbeing of his clients for over 30 years. Ted never lost the passion and love for the fitness industry during those years. As a business owner, family man and professional athlete he remains to be innovative and driven to provide others with the opportunity to experience exercise, rehabilitation and wellbeing for both the body and the mind
Finalist 2
MARC KENLY of LATITUDE 32
Marc and his family made the leap from Canada to Rockingham in 2011, where they decided to call this little paradise home. Marc has since taken over 3 business in the local area which were all suffering extreme hardship where his dedication, hard work and long days progressed them all into a state of success and become a keen supported of the local community. Marc is dedicated to the growth, success, and future of the local area and is an avid supporter of all local events and a keen supporter of many local charities. Marc is a very hands on operator in the restaurant and is proud to have a loyal and dedicated staff of over 24 people from the local area who enjoy a stable and secure working environment.
Finalist 3
KATHERINE CAIRNS of PEEL WEALTH FINANCIAL PLANNING (WA) PTY LTD
Kath is a dedicated to helping her clients make the most of their finances through best-in-class financial planning services and customer experience, assisting them in securing financial growth to achieve their lifestyle goals. Kath is particularly passionate about educating and empowering each family and individuals with key knowledge required to make more informed decisions about their future.
Finalist 4
BASIL PAPARONE of MALIBU FRESH ESSENTIALS
Basil takes a very ‘hands on’ approach to the management of his business. Strategically he uses three main principles to manage his business; practical leadership, communication of business goals, and performance management. Basil prides himself on providing a stable work environment and is proud of his loyal staff and team.
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