The country’s crème de la crème of Food Service industry operators has been officially revealed during a glittering red-carpet event held in Sydney last Saturday 23 September.
The only national awards programme of its kind, created specifically to spotlight the rising success of female-led small businesses from all corners of the country.
The programme spans across all capital cities, as well as rural, regional and suburban towns.
The second-annual Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards crowned a total of more than 60 Champions this year, across a vast spectrum of industries.
In the category of Food Services, Hartley’s Fresh Market which trades in Ballina NSW took top-gong.
Owned by Joeline Paskins, the independent fruit and veg shop is Joeline’s passion and renowned for quality produce and customer service.
Additionally, Joeline is a very active contributor to worthwhile local community initiatives – which was an important element in the judging panel’s ultimate decision to crown Joeline category Champion this year.
“This is a stand out moment for myself as a business owner, as a mother, and as a woman,” said Joeline.
“I was lost for words on the night. Coming from a small town in a regional NSW we do not get to see big events like this. Thank you to my wonderful family, staff and my community for believing in me even when I don’t believe in myself.”