2022 alumni stories

Get to know our 2022 Winners and Finalists

Across eight categories, we're proud to introduce you to our alumni - the inspiring winners and finalists of Telstra Best of Business Awards.

Explore our alumni stories

Accelerating Women

She’s a Crowd

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | NSW | National Winner

With the goal of making cities safer for women and gender-diverse people, and closing the gender data gap, Zoe Condliffe started this social enterprise in 2018.

Building Communities

Australian Native Food Co.

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | SA | State Winner

When it comes to understanding Australia’s local agricultural offering, Australian Native Food Co. appreciates the value of native ingredients more than most.

Championing Health

Martin's Eyecare

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | TAS | State Winner

Martin Robinson believes that modern eyecare should be viewed differently. It's this belief that led to the creation of locally-owned Tasmanian optometry practice, Martin’s Eyecare.

Embracing Innovation / Outstanding Growth

Heaps Normal

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | ACT | State Winner

As an independent non-alcoholic beer company, Heaps Normal is on a mission to change Australia’s drinking culture. They brew beer that looks and tastes like beer - minus the alcohol content.

Indigenous Excellence

Kardan Construction

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | WA | State Winner

When it comes to Australian infrastructure projects, Kardan Construction isn’t just in the business of building, it’s focused on creating a stronger and more capable society through community relationships.

Outstanding Growth

Complete Home Filtration

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | WA | National Winner

A self-described ‘water fanatic’, Suzanne Dodds founded Complete Home Filtration due to her belief that fresh, contaminant-free water is something everyone should get to enjoy.

Progressing Australia

McCartney Family Funerals

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | QLD | National Finalist

Every family should receive genuine care when dealing with the loss of a loved one. This is exactly what the McCartney Family Funerals team strives to deliver through compassionate and tailored services.

Promoting Sustainability / Embracing Innovation

Sea Forest

2022 Telstra Best of Business Awards | TAS | National Winner

Seaweed isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about innovative ways to drive sustainable change, but that’s exactly what the team at Sea Forest is using to create cleaner outcomes for the planet.

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