State Winners - VIC

Founded in 2005, Fitted for Work empowers women in Australia by improving their job-readiness and economic independence. The organisation offers holistic support including resume help, personal styling and mentoring. Serving over 45,000 women nationally since its inception, its inclusive programs boost confidence and employment skills, promoting workforce participation and long-term economic security.

TreeHaus, founded by Justine Brogna in 2014, provides holistic medical and mental health services across 4 Victorian clinics. Offering comprehensive care, including paediatrics, yoga, and art therapy, TreeHaus serves over 2,000 patients weekly. Its charity, “Walk A Mile In My Shoes,” raises funds for mental health initiatives in Victorian schools.

Medmate, founded by Dr. Ganesh Naidoo, is a national virtual care platform offering Australian patients access to registered doctors, prescriptions, and medical advice daily until 11 PM. It aims to improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency, particularly for remote areas, by leveraging technology for highly-personal and on-demand care.

Meke Baby enables safe and convenient feeding for babies through its portable milk warming device that allows parents to heat liquids anytime, anywhere without additional equipment. Its solution utilises a temperature control processor which heats liquids slowly and accurately, with the ability to retain heat for up to nine hours.

DJAARA is a representative body for the Dja Dja Wurrung People of Central Victoria. The body and its enterprises have enhanced initiatives in environmental care, cultural practices, and community development, ensuring the strength and sustainability of Dja Dja Wurrung heritage.

Founded in 2014, Taskforce excels in safety compliance and maintenance for rental properties. Leveraging innovative software and a network of 4,500 tradespeople, they offer services like RentSafe for safety checks and RentRepair for complete maintenance. Taskforce is proud to offer its clients quality, adaptability, and competitive pricing in the property services industry.

Sustainable Plastic Solutions (SPS) is a full service, circular economy recycling business located in regional Victoria that specialises in creating custom resins and closed-loop solutions for large organisations. SPS aims to replace virgin plastics with high-quality recycled materials, making recycling easy and impactful while prioritising environmental sustainability.