30 October 2010

Advantage SA announced the winners of the 2010 Eyre Peninsula and Western Regional Awards at a special event held in Port Lincoln last night.  

Amongst the winners announced at the presentation evening at the Port Lincoln Hotel last night were an award-winning jewellery designer and manufacturer, a group that has received international interest in its sustainable fishing practices in the Spencer Gulf, and a volunteer who has provided exceptional service and support to the Whyalla community for more than 50 years.  

(Please click here for a full list of winners)

Hosted by Discover SA’s Traci Ayris, the event was a spectacular evening with 180 of the Eyre Peninsula and Western community coming together to celebrate and congratulate all winners and commendations. Amongst the guests on the night was State Member for Giles Peter Treloar MP.

Advantage SA CEO Nikki Seymour-Smith congratulated all winners from the region on their success.   

“Advantage SA is thrilled to have recognised so many exceptional members of the Eyre Peninsula and Western community for their outstanding achievements.”

“Last night’s event proved to be a tremendous celebration of the success stories of the Eyre Peninsula and Western.”

“We know that there is a strong commitment to excellence in the Eyre Peninsula and Western region, as this is evidenced by the high quality of award winners and entrants that we see in the Awards year after year.”

 “The Cowell Ute Club is just one example of the community spirit and commitment to excellence that is paramount in the Eyre Peninsula and Western region. One of only three Ute clubs in the State, the Cowell Ute Club encourages goodwill, friendship and communication amongst members. With 55 members throughout SA, NT, NSW and Victoria, the club recently organised and staged an event for both locals and , the Cowell Ute Muster, which raised and donated $10,000 to Angel Flight and an additional $1,500 to local charities.”

“Advantage SA would like to congratulate all Award winners and entrants from the Eyre Peninsula and Western and looks forward to continuing to showcase the many wonderful success stories of this region.”

Ms Seymour-Smith encouraged the community to continue to support the Advantage SA Regional Awards.

“The Regional Awards ensure that those who put in the hard work and time to promote and develop our regional areas receive public recognition for their contribution to their community and the State.”

Advantage SA Regional Awards winners will be publicly recognised for their achievements through their promotion in Advantage SA’s broader programs and via its intensive media partner network.  

To further acknowledge their achievements, winners receive a Glass Pear Trophy. Designed and hand-made by the Jam Factory, the Regional Awards pear trophies have become iconic with the Regional Awards. Winners also receive an honorary regional membership to Advantage SA in 2011, an invitation to an Awards celebration event in 2011 and an invitation to nominate for the Telstra Business Awards in 2011.

WINNERS

Bang & Olufsen Arts Award
Winner – Stormfront Productions

Elders Community Group Award
Winner – Cowell Ute Club

Elders Community Individual Award
Winner – Margaret Higgins

Westpac Small Business Award
Winner – Signfx

Westpac Large Business Award
Winner – Cowell Electric

Department of Trade and Economic Development Innovation Award
Winner – The Gold Factory

Nippy’s Sports Award
Winner –  Port Lincoln Hockey Association

Hames Sharley Sustainability Award
Winner –  Upper Spencer Gulf Prawn Association

South Australian Tourism Commission Tourism Award
Winner –  Adventure Bay Charters

Adelaide Showground Youth Award
Winner –  Jessica Webb

The Advantage SA Regional Awards are proudly supported by the Government of South Australia and Program Partner, Regional Development Australia.

ENDS

For media information, images and interviews, please contact Helen Sutherland, Communications Coordinator, Advantage SA on 8211 8111 or 0421 556 729 or helen.sutherland@advantagesa.com.au.