2022 State Finalists - Outstanding Growth

Helping to grow a more robust economy

Get to know the businesses achieving significant growth and contributing to building a more resilient Australian economy.

Outstanding Growth Finalists by state

Australian Capital Territory

Altina Drinks

ACT Finalist

Altina's mission is to change the way Australians drink. Founded by Alan and Christina (Al-tina), they blend natural flavours into wonderfully refreshing and healthy non-alcoholic drinks for satisfying drinking experiences.

CONSCIA

ACT Finalist

Conscia is a management consultancy providing project and advisory services to public and private sector clients across Australia, North America, Europe and South East Asia through its three operational divisions: Advisory, Projects and Incubator.

DATA REFACTORY

ACT Finalist

Data reFactory is a big data and software consultancy that takes data from being a science into an artform, by translating data into insights and intelligence that contributes to the economic and social wellbeing of Australia.

HEAPS NORMAL

ACT Winner

An independent Australian beer company, Heaps Normal brews great-tasting non-alcoholic beer as part of a global movement trading the standard drink for a new drink standard.

Mitchell Personnel Solutions

ACT Finalist

Mitchell Personnel Solutions is a security vetting company established in 2006 by Tracey Mitchell and Karen Bradley, which provides a supportive and collaborative culture and a socially conscious business model.

 

New South Wales

ADATREE

NSW Finalist

Adatree is on a mission to democratise data. It's a financial technology company at the forefront of Open Banking, which securely connects businesses to consumer banking data to improve their products and services, while giving individuals more control over who can access their information.

CHAMPION MENTORS

NSW Finalist

Champion Mentors grew from a love of outdoor adventure, the natural world and a desire to provide quality service and support to people with disabilities. Its courses aim to promote independence and vital life skills.

FRONTIER PETS PTY LTD

NSW Finalist

Frontier Pets has one clear purpose: to end factory farming. By replacing industrialised farm produce with 100 percent ethical and organic produce, this pet brand ensures farm animals and pets alike can enjoy a high quality of life.

LIFESTYLE TRADIE GROUP

NSW Finalist

Established in 2009 by Andy and Angela Smith, Lifestyle Tradies is an organisation committed to educating and supporting tradies in realising their dreams of successful business ownership.

SignManager

NSW Winner

SignManager makes signage easy. Led by industry experts, this service business cuts through the complexity of designing, creating, installing and maintaining signage, with a focus on protecting and managing brands.

The Inappropriate Gift Co

NSW Finalist

Finding the right gift is tough – especially if you’re looking for something a little different. The Inappropriate Gift Co stocks unique, sweary, rude, funny and, of course, inappropriate gifts for every occasion.

Vegepod

NSW Finalist

Vegepod gives everyone the chance to grow their own food at home. Using its raised garden bed kit, gardeners can control growth and quality in a self-watering environment that is protected from pests.

ZEEP MEDICAL

NSW Finalist

Regional, rural and remote areas of Australia experience poorer health outcomes. Zeep recruits locum and permanent doctors to hospitals in these areas to bridge the gap and deliver healthcare where it’s needed.

 

Northern Territory

ASIA PACIFIC AIRCRAFT STORAGE

NT Finalist

The Asia Pacific Aircraft Storage Group provides aircraft storage, maintenance and part-out for aircraft owners and operators in the region, currently entrusted with 140+ aircraft.

AUSSIE POTZ

NT Finalist

Established by Deidre Edward, Aussie Potz focuses on teaching the ceramics craft and promoting the therapeutic benefits of working with clay to enhance personal wellbeing.

Colemans Printing Alice Springs

NT Finalist

Family-owned Colemans Printing has been operating in Alice Springs for over 35 years. It is a one-stop shop for designing, printing, collating and packaging commercial printing and merchandising requirements.

SUPPORTING MOO

NT Winner

Supporting Moo is an NDIS provider based in Darwin providing support coordination and direct supports to children and young people founded by Territorian Jodi Brown.

 

Queensland

Australian Innovative Systems

QLD Finalist

When it comes to swimming pools, Australian Innovative Systems thinks taking a dip should be safe and environmentally friendly. It designs and manufactures world-first, award-winning water disinfection technology for commercial and residential swimming pools.

CRUCIAL INSURANCE AND RISK ADVISORS

QLD Finalist

Crucial Insurance and Risk Advisors is changing the way businesses think about insurance. It delivers trustworthy, straightforward insurance advice that empowers businesses to make informed insurance decisions.

GK Gluten Free Foods Pty Ltd

QLD Finalist

It can be tricky to find a gluten-free substitute for oats. Fortunately, GK Gluten Free Foods offer Gloriously Free Oats, a no-gluten detected alternative for gluten-intolerant and coeliac Australians.

GRACE LOVES LACE

QLD Finalist

Grace Loves Lace creates handcrafted, affordable bridal gowns that break from tradition. From its sunlit studio in Burleigh Heads, each dress is sustainably made and designed with versatility and originality in mind.

MEDICAL BILLING EXPERTS

QLD Winner

Medical Billing Experts helps doctors and medical practices untangle their complex administrative processes, including clear advice on medical billing and Medicare compliance to dedicated private practice consults.

Solidteknics Pty Ltd

QLD Finalist

Founded by engineer/cook Mark J. Henry, Solidteknics is an innovative, 100 percent Australian, cookware, knife, and kitchenware manufacturer on a mission to build more sustainable kitchenware.

 

South Australia

Container Deposit Systems

SA Finalist

Container Deposit Systems design, develop, manufacture, install and service a revolutionary, semi-automated system that helps 75K Australians return 20M containers for recycling per week to avoid ending up in landfill.

Davie Group

SA Finalist

Established in 2017 by Dave Fogarty, the Davie Group owns 10 brands, including the Oodie and Calming Blanket. One of Australia's fastest-growing online retailers, Davie Group attracts over $250 million in annual revenue.

Discount Party Supplies

SA Winner

Discount Party Supplies has been delivering boxes full of happiness for over 13 years. From a humble home business to a busy warehouse in Adelaide, Discount Party Supplies makes celebrations across Australia memorable.

Foil Me

SA Finalist

Founded in 2014 by spouses Iliano and Emily Ciardiello, Foil Me is an Adelaide based company creating innovative tools for hair professionals to ensure a more enjoyable experience for both colourist and client.

STELLAN CAPITAL

SA Finalist

Stellan Capital is a national private wealth management firm founded by an esteemed group of financial advisors who recognised the growing demand for financial advice to be truly bespoke and transparent.

 

Tasmania

FRIDA'S SIP N' PAINT

TAS Winner

Frida’s Sip N’ Paint offers a luxury night out with a twist. Paying homage to Frida Kahlo and her phenomenal artistic legacy, Frida’s Sip N’ Paint invites participants to unleash their inner artist while sipping a great drop.

integratedSCADA

TAS Finalist

In an industry threatened by the depletion of natural resources, integratedSCADA fuels a future where innovative digital systems and engineering services combine to regulate power, water and industrial process.

McCann’s Music Centre

TAS Finalist

McCann’s Music Centre is a family-run one-stop-shop for musicians. Established in 1881, it supplies a wide range of quality instruments, accessories and knowledge to Hobart’s music lovers.

UNSTOPPABLE ECOMMERCE

TAS Finalist

Unstoppable eCommerce believes the world needs more small, ethical businesses. The growth agency and training academy use cutting edge strategies to help purpose-driven eCommerce entrepreneurs upscale their online presence.

Valentine Interiors

TAS Finalist

Valentine Interiors and Design never acts alone. Grounded in research and driven by detail, its people-centric, integrated process gives way to polished interior design that is deeply collaborative, conceptual and intriguing.

 

 

Victoria

Arinco

VIC Finalist

Arinco’s vision is to create a future connected by the cloud and a company connected by its crew. This technology service provider advises on cloud-based solutions for corporate, government and enterprise businesses.

Connect2Care

VIC Finalist

Connect2Care helps people with disability realise their goals and aspirations, with cohesive evidence-based services. Patients can opt for mobile therapy in their own homes, as well as centre and telehealth services.

Dental Boutique

VIC Winner

Dental Boutique craft exquisite smiles. With intricate and naturally beautiful cosmetic dentistry, its clients are empowered to overcome their fears and achieve the confidence they truly deserve.

FAMASO

VIC Finalist

FAMASO is one of Australia’s most forward-thinking facilities management companies, providing total facility management services, ranging from specialised cleaning and handyman maintenance to electrical, plumbing, fire systems maintenance to name a few and delivering complete asset management solutions for our clients’ needs.

Gen Health Hamilton

VIC Finalist

Gen Health is strengthening the health of the local community. This allied health clinic has an established studio with gym equipment, allowing its passionate team to help patients with persistent pain, paediatrics and more.

LIBERATE LEARNING

VIC Finalist

Liberate Learning is Australia's fastest-growing digital learning and learning services provider, equipping people with the skills and confidence to embrace digital learning.

Western Australia

BANG DIGITAL

WA Finalist

Bang Digital is a boutique digital marketing agency. It combines data and research with technology to deliver high-performing digital solutions that help businesses better connect with customers.

Complete Home Filtration

National Winner

Complete Home Filtration designs, manufactures and installs water filtration solutions to deliver premium in-home water. 100 percent Australian, the company prides itself on helping Australians access the best water possible.

Funk Cider

WA Finalist

With fruit infusions, barrel ageing and seductive packaging, Funk Cider is shaking things up. Its craft cider is all about flavour and fun, with the added benefit of being free from pasteurisation, preservatives, concentrates and sulphites.

QUANTUM CONTRACT SOLUTIONS

WA Finalist

Quantum Contract Solutions helps construction subcontractors reduce their contractual risk, maintain project margins and improve cash flow by providing monthly subscriptions of end-to-end contract and legal solutions.

WA Fuel Supplies Pty Ltd

WA Finalist

WA Fuel Supplies is a relationship-driven energy distributor. Operating across multiple sectors throughout Western Australia, it provides end-to-end solutions for all things fuel related to support its clients' growth.

Youth Lab

WA Finalist

Youth Lab offers an extensive range of non-surgical aesthetic services including cosmetic injectables, dermal therapies and energy-based treatments. Its purpose is to empower and enhance its clients’ aesthetic confidence.

 

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