Rhino Award Winners

2023 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino | Business of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: SJ Shooter Real Estate
  • Winner: Summit Cranes
SJ Shooter Real Estate
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Robert J (Bob) Elliott
Dubbo Business Chamber
Outstanding Visitor Experience Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Royal Flying Doctors Service
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Large Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Findex
  • Winner: Summit Cranes
Findex
Excellence in Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Summit Cranes
  • Winner: Mastronardi Legal
Summit Cranes
Excellence in Micro Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Charles Sturt University
  • Winner: Fearless Health
Charles Sturt University
Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Pinnacle People Solutions
  • Winner: Summit Cranes
Pinnacle People Solutions
Outstanding Start Up | Baby Rhino Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Airlink Airlines
  • Winner: Fierce Performing Arts
Airlink Airlines
Excellence in Sustainability | Green Rhino Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: Lazy River Estate
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Outstanding Community Organisation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: SJ Shooter Real Estate
  • Winner: Orana Support Services Incorporated
SJ Shooter Real Estate
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Central West Leadership Academy
Dubbo Business Chamber
Apprentice and Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Verto
  • Winner: Campbell Watts – Connecting Community Services
Verto
Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: RDA Orana
  • Winner: Ben Furney Flour Mills
RDA Orana
Outstanding Business Leader (36yrs+) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Whiskano Coffee
  • Winner: Mandi Randell – Central West Leadership Academy
Whiskano Coffee
Outstanding Employee Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: BEST
  • Winner: Kellie Jennar – iClick2Learn
BEST
Outstanding Young Business Leader (35 years or under) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: The Exchange
  • Winner: Kirsty McKinnon – Flair Finance
The Exchange
Dubbo's Favourite Hospitality Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: MoneyQuest
  • Winner: Devil's Hollow Brewery
MoneyQuest
Dubbo's Favourite Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: Fierce Performing Arts
2DU/Zoo FM
Dubbo's Favourite Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Tradies in Sight
  • Winner: John King – Chill-Rite Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Tradies in Sight
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Emma Trudgett - Fierce Performing Arts
Daily Liberal

2022 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: SJ Shooter Real Estate
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
SJ Shooter Real Estate
Apprentice or Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Verto
  • Winner: Sam Berryman
Verto
Dubbo's Favourite Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: Mass Nutrition
2DU/Zoo FM
Dubbo's Favourite Hospitality Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Down The Lane
  • Winner: Devil's Hollow Brewery
Dubbo's Favourite Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Realestate View
  • Winner: Baylea Brotherton - BJB Plumbing & Gasfitting
Realestate View
Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: RDA Orana
  • Winner: Housing Plus
RDA Orana
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Duncan McGinness Veterinary Surgeon
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Empowered Choices Support Services
  • Winner: iClick2Learn
Empowered Choices Support Services
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NBN Co
  • Winner: iClick2Learn
NBN Co
Excellence in Large Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Clancy Automotive
  • Winner: Summit Cranes
Clancy Automotive
Excellence in Micro Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: MoneyQuest
  • Winner: Assurance Training & Sales
MoneyQuest
Excellence in Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Summit Cranes
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
Summit Cranes
Excellence in Sustainability Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: Central West Leadership Academy
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: The Furney Family | John, Diane, Sarah & Tim
Dubbo Business Chamber
Outstanding Business Leader Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Findex
  • Winner: Andrew Everett - Westhaven Ltd
Findex
Outstanding Community Organisation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: SJ Shooter Real Estate
  • Winner: Pink Angels Inc.
SJ Shooter Real Estate
Outstanding Employee Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Fully Promoted
  • Winner: Kelly Johnson - Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
Fully Promoted
Outstanding Start Up - Baby Rhino Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: Flair Finance
Outstanding Young Business Leader Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Airlink Airlines
  • Winner: Penny Gibbs - Westhaven Ltd
Airlink Airlines
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Troy Quinn - axxis
Daily Liberal

2021 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: 123 Tix
Regional Australia Bank
Jean Emile Recipient Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Mathew Dickerson
Dubbo Business Chamber
Apprentice and Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Verto
  • Winner: Brandon Bennett - Dubbo Tree Service
Verto
Dubbo’s Favourite Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: SJ Shooter Real Estate
2DU/Zoo FM
Dubbo’s Favourite Hospitality Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Down The Lane
  • Winner: Royal Indian Restobar
Dubbo’s Favourite Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Tom Phillips – Robinson & Fuller Homes
Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: RDA Orana
  • Winner: iClick2Learn
RDA Orana
Excellence in Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: No.1 Church Street
  • Winner: Summit Cranes
No.1 Church Street
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: SJ Shooter Real Estate
  • Winner: Inland Technology
SJ Shooter Real Estate
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: 123 Tix
Dubbo RSL
Excellence in Micro Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: The Exchange
  • Winner: 123 Tix
The Exchange
Excellence in Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Summit Cranes
  • Winner: IEC Advisory
Summit Cranes
Excellence in Work, Health & Safety Sponsored by SafeWork NSW Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Government Safe Work
  • Winner: Summit Cranes
NSW Government Safe Work
Outstanding Business Leader Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Findex
  • Winner: Joh Leader - LeaderLife
Findex
Outstanding Community Organisation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: LeaderLife
Regional Australia Bank
Outstanding Employee Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Fully Promoted
  • Winner: Jacob Willetts - Western Plains Automotive
Fully Promoted
Outstanding Start Up Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: The Administration Agency
Outstanding Young Business Leader Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Airlink Airlines
  • Winner: Emma Gersbach – My Tutor
Airlink Airlines
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Kaail Bohm – Terry White Pharmacy Delroy
Daily Liberal

2019 Rhino Awards Winners

Apprentice and Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: Samuel Coe - Fast Lane Plastering
Western College
Dubbo's Favourite Hospitality Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: The Gallery
Dubbo Business Chamber
Dubbo’s Favourite Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Ian Gratten - GPS Plumbing
Dubbo’s Most Popular Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: Urban Edge Dance Studio
2DU/Zoo FM
Excellence in Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Milestone Hotel
  • Winner: Ben Furney Flour Mill
Milestone Hotel
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Qantas
  • Winner: axxis
Qantas
Excellence in Environmental Sustainability - Green Rhino Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: Fitness Focus
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: Ben Furney Flour Mill
Dubbo RSL
Excellence in Microbusiness Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: The Exchange
  • Winner: 123tix
The Exchange
Excellence in Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Turf Club
  • Winner: Fitness Focus
Dubbo Turf Club
Excellence in Social Enterprise Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: Orana Early Childhood Intervention
Regional Australia Bank
Excellence in Work, Health & Safety Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Government Safe Work
  • Winner: Fitness Focus
NSW Government Safe Work
Gold Rhino Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: Fitness Focus
Regional Australia Bank
Jean Emile Serisier Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Findex
  • Winner: Wes Maas
Findex
Outstanding Business Leader Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Breakthru
  • Winner: Simon Leven - Leven Smash Repairs
Breakthru
Outstanding Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: RDA Orana
  • Winner: Fitness Focus
RDA Orana
Outstanding Young Employee Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Fully Promoted
  • Winner: Travis Harte Leven - Smash Repairs
Fully Promoted
Outstanding Young Entrepreneur Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Touch of Beauty
  • Winner: Tim Smith - The Monkey Bar
Touch of Beauty
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Olivia Rabbett - Ray White Real Estate
Daily Liberal
Start Up Superstar - Baby Rhino Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: Natalie Bramble - iClick2Learn

2018 Rhino Awards Winners

Excellence in Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: Midwest Foods and Liquor
Dubbo RSL
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Qantas
  • Winner: Dubbo Golf Club
Qantas
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Milestone Hotel
  • Winner: Regional Enterprise Development Institute Ltd (REDI.E)
Milestone Hotel
Excellence in Products and/or Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Touch of Beauty
  • Winner: The Monkey Bar
Touch of Beauty
Excellence in Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by:
  • Winner: Ruby Maine
Excellence in Social Enterprise Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: Titan Mud Run
Regional Australia Bank
Excellence in Sustainability - Green Rhino Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Crowe Horwath
  • Winner: Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
Outstanding Business Leader* (36+ yrs) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Fully Promoted
  • Winner: Cathy Buckley – Orana Heights After School Care Inc
Fully Promoted
Outstanding Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: RDA Orana
  • Winner: axxis
RDA Orana
Outstanding Young Employee* (18 to 35 yrs) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Job Centre Australia
  • Winner: Sarah Stanford - Big Blue Digital
Outstanding Young Entrepreneur * (18 to 35 yrs) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Twinkalkumar Rupareliya - Rams International Groceries
Dubbo Business Chamber
People's Choice Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: Urban Dance Studio
2DU/Zoo FM
People's Choice - Dubbo's Best Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Sam Fisher - MAAS Group Family Property
People's Choice - Hospitality Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: CSC
Dubbo Business Chamber
People's Choice - Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Brentley Goodwin - Raine & Horne
Daily Liberal
Startup Superstar - Baby Rhino Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: IEC Financial Advisory Pty Ltd
Work Health Safety Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Government Safe Work
  • Winner: JLE Electrical
NSW Government Safe Work
Apprentice and Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Picton Bros Panelspan
  • Winner: Ellie Whalan – Skin Logic au

2017 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino for Outstanding Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: The Westhaven Association
Regional Australia Bank
Start up superstar (baby rhino) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: Channel 40
Dubbo’s favourite hospitality business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Garian Foods
  • Winner: Press
Garian Foods
Excellence in Environmental Sustainability (Green Rhino) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Transforce
  • Winner: Stepping Stones Early Learning Centre Dubbo
Transforce
Dubbo’s favourite tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Dean Alley - Dean Alley Building
Business leader Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Phillip Young - Slater and Gordon Ltd
Dubbo Business Chamber
Employee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Jam Marshall
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Work, Health, Safety Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Government Safe Work
  • Winner: Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets
NSW Government Safe Work
Excellence in Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: EMS Group
  • Winner: The Westhaven Association
Jean Emile Serisier Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: Les and Pam Picton
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo's Most Popular Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU
  • Winner: Daily Scoop at Majo’s
2DU
Excellence in Social Enterprise Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: Dubbo Rescue Squad Inc
Regional Australia Bank
Young Entrepreneur Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Fletchers
  • Winner: Samuel Shooter - SJ Shooter Real Estate
Fletchers
Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: The Westhaven Association
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by:
  • Winner: Clive and Wally Pty Ltd
Excellence in Product and/or Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Signarama
  • Winner: JLE Electrical
Signarama
Young Business Executive Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Jared Weber - Anittel Pty Ltd
Dubbo Business Chamber
Apprentice & Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Rebecca Pryor - Martel Wheatley
Dubbo Business Chamber
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Renee Sallustio - Sallustio Hair Artistry
Daily Liberal
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Milestone Hotel
  • Winner: Western Student Connections
Milestone Hotel
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Qantaslink
  • Winner: Daily Scoop at Majo’s

2016 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino for Outstanding Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: Transforce
Regional Australia Bank
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: Joan Frecklington
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: RDA Orana
  • Winner: Mary & Me
RDA Orana
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Qantaslink
  • Winner: Midwest Foods
Excellence in Products and Service Sponsor
  • Winner: Dubbo Area Nursing Service
Excellence in Business Ethics Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: ESP Accounting
  • Winner: Transforce
ESP Accounting
Excellence in Presentation and Marketing Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Touch of Beauty
  • Winner: Natalie Bramble Management
Touch of Beauty
Excellence in Community Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Regional Australia Bank
  • Winner: Headspace Dubbo; Titan Macquarie Mud Run; Westhaven Dubbo
Regional Australia Bank
Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Westfund
  • Winner: Real Pet Food Company
Westfund
Excellence in Operational Safety Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Government Safe Work
  • Winner: JLE Electrical
NSW Government Safe Work
Excellence in Environmental Sustainability Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: Transforce
Dubbo RSL
Excellence in Business 20+ Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Milestone Hotel
  • Winner: Transforce
Milestone Hotel
Excellence in Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Crowe Horwath
  • Winner: Mary and Me
Apprentice and Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Kaleah Compton (Access Group Training)
Dubbo Business Chamber
Young Business Executive of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Real Pet Food Company
  • Winner: Sheri Carolan (Slater and Gordon Lawyers)
Real Pet Food Company
Business Leader of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Stephen Fieldus (Transforce)
Dubbo Business Chamber
Employee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Business NSW
  • Winner: Karen Byron (Real Pet Food Company)
Business NSW
Young Entrepreneur of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Errin Williamson (Church Street Cafe)
Dubbo Regional Council
Excellence in Hospitality Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Garian Foods
  • Winner: Old Bank Restaurant and Bar
Garian Foods
Dubbo’s Favourite Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Andrew Teuma (Andrew Teuma Landscaping)
Service With A Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Jimmy Skordalis (Gina’s Pizza)
Daily Liberal
Best New Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: Headspace Dubbo
People’s Choice Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU
  • Winner: Gina's Pizza
2DU

2015 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino for Outstanding Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Orana Mutual
  • Winner: Kitchen & Renovation Concepts
Orana Mutual
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Award Sponsor
  • Winner: Colin Honeysett
Apprentice & Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Skillset
  • Winner: Nathan Johnson (Regand Park)
  • Highly Commended: Morgan Whale (EMS Group)
Skillset
Best New Business (Baby Rhino) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: The Little Big Dairy Co.
Business Leader (Age 36+) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Justine Richards (Regand Park)
Dubbo Business Chamber
Employee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Pulse HR
  • Winner: Holly Campbell (Regand Park)
Pulse HR
Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
  • Highly Commended: Luka Group Accountants & Advisors
Western College
Excellence in Business Ethics Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Golden West Holden
  • Winner: Luka Group Accountants & Advisors
Golden West Holden
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Breakthru People Solutions
  • Winner: Kitchen and Renovation Concepts
Breakthru People Solutions
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: RDA Orana
  • Winner: Kitchen and Renovation Concepts
RDA Orana
Excellence in Presentation and Marketing Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Transforce
  • Winner: Headspace Dubbo
Transforce
Excellence in Products and/or Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Kidzoo Playhouse Cafe
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Small Business (<20 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Crowe Horwath
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
  • Highly Commended: Trike Adventures
Excellence in Business (20+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Milestone Hotel
  • Winner: Transforce
Milestone Hotel
Excellence in Environmental Sustainability Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: Regand Park
Dubbo RSL
Excellence in Work Health and Safety Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Government Safe Work
  • Winner: Walton Smith Consultants
NSW Government Safe Work
Young Business Executive (Age 18–35) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: EMS Group
  • Winner: Kate Wright (Dubbo City Council)
Young Entrepreneur (Age 18–35) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Andrew Bassett (Fitness Focus Dubbo)
Dubbo Regional Council
Community Involvement Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Orana Mutual
  • Winner: The Westhaven Association
  • Highly Commended: Hear our Hearts
Orana Mutual
Dubbo’s Favourite Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Steve Gower (Gower Carpet Cleaning)
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Eleanor Seaman (BP West)
Daily Liberal
Hospitality - Peoples Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: The Fast Lane
  • Winner: Dahab Cafe
The Fast Lane
People's Choice Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Health Club
2DU

2014 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino for Outstanding Business Sponsor
  • Winner: EMS Group
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Award Sponsor
  • Winner: Geoffrey Holland
Apprentice of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Apprenticeships Centre
  • Winner: Ryan Rooke (EMS Group)
  • Highly Commended: Anthony Williams (Kitchen and Renovation Concepts)
Best New Business (Baby Rhino) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: Dubbo Landscaping
  • Highly Commended: Fitness Focus Dubbo
Business Leader (Age 36+) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Michael Adams (Golden West Holden)
  • Highly Commended: Jenny Beange (Western NSW Medical Local)
Dubbo Business Chamber
Employee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Apprenticeships Centre
  • Winner: Georgia Hardin (Century 21 Golden West)
Employer of Choice Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: EMS Group
  • Highly Commended: Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
Western College
Excellence in Business Ethics Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Trike Adventures
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Customer Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Inland Petroleum
  • Winner: Trike Adventures
  • Highly Commended: Western Xpress Printing
Inland Petroleum
Excellence in Hospitality Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Midwest Foods
  • Winner: Thar Indian Cuisine
Midwest Foods
Excellence in Innovation Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Viatek
  • Winner: Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
  • Highly Commended: Kitchen and Renovation Concepts
Viatek
Excellence in Presentation and Marketing Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: ImajenIT Commercial Photography
  • Highly Commended: Kustom Kitchens and Joinery
Dubbo RSL
Excellence in Products and/or Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Travel Beyond Group
  • Winner: The Westhaven Association
  • Highly Commended: Western Plains Security and Locksmiths
Travel Beyond Group
Excellence in Small Business (<20 full time) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Crowe Horwath
  • Winner: Western Xpress Printing
  • Highly Commended: Orana Early Childhood Intervention
Excellence in Export Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Maverick Biosciences
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Sustainability Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Transforce
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
  • Highly Commended: Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
Transforce
Excellence in Work Health and Safety Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Workcover
  • Winner: Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
  • Highly Commended: Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
NSW Workcover
Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Apprenticeships Centre
  • Winner: Johanne Hobday (ESP Accounting)
Young Business Executive (Age 18–35) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Tom Larkin (Crowe Horwath)
  • Highly Commended: Lee Bayliss (Kitchen and Renovation Concepts)
Dubbo Regional Council
Young Entrepreneur (Age 18–35) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Abraham Damen (Kitchen and Renovation Concepts)
  • Highly Commended: Tom Cavanagh (EMS Group)
Dubbo Regional Council
Dubbo’s Favourite Tradie Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Ian Grattan (GPS Plumbing)
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Ian Grattan (GPS Plumbing)
Daily Liberal
People’s Choice Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: Fitness Focus Dubbo
2DU/Zoo FM

2013 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino for Outstanding Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Orana Mutual
  • Winner: Earlyrise Baking Company
Orana Mutual
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: Frank Cross
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Employer of Choice (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: Earlyrise Baking Company
Western College
Employer of Choice (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: Christine's Touch of Beauty
Western College
Excellence in Hospitality (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Midwest Foods
  • Winner: Cafe Delissio
Midwest Foods
Excellence in Hospitality (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Midwest Foods
  • Winner: The Fast Lane
Midwest Foods
Young Business Executive Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Kathryn Taylor (Skillset)
Dubbo Regional Council
Excellence in Presentation and Marketing (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: ImajenIT Commercial Photography
  • Winner: Century 21 Golden West
ImajenIT Commercial Photography
Excellence in Presentation and Marketing (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: ImajenIT Commercial Photography
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
ImajenIT Commercial Photography
Excellence in Small Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Crowe Horwath
  • Winner: Kitchen and Renovation Concepts
Excellence in Business Ethics Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: ESP Accounting
Dubbo RSL
Dubbo's Favourite Trade Business Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Mailbox Shopper
  • Winner: Yeo Electrical
Apprentice of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Apprenticeships Centre
  • Winner: Rowan Barnes (Earlyrise Baking Company)
Service with a Smile Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Adam Russo (The Fast Lane)
Daily Liberal
Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Apprenticeships Centre
  • Winner: Amelia Christensen (Western Plains Cultural Centre)
Employee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Apprenticeships Centre
  • Winner: Bradley Wilshire (Earlyrise Baking Company)
Excellence in Work Health and Safety (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Workcover
  • Winner: Western Plains Security and Locksmiths
NSW Workcover
Excellence in Work Health and Safety (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: NSW Workcover
  • Winner: Christine's Touch of Beauty
NSW Workcover
Excellence in Innovation (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Viatek
  • Winner: Maverick Biosciences Pty Ltd
Viatek
Excellence in Innovation (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Viatek
  • Winner: Kitchen and Renovation Concepts
Viatek
Business Leader (35+) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: Sharon Portelli (ESP Accounting)
Dubbo Business Chamber
People's Choice Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: The Fast Lane
2DU/Zoo FM
Excellence in Products and Services (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Service NSW
  • Winner: Earlyrise Baking Company
Service NSW
Excellence in Products and Services (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Service NSW
  • Winner: The Fast Lane
Service NSW
Excellence in Export Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Qantaslink
  • Winner: Maverick Biosciences Pty Ltd
Young Entrepreneur of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Camilla Gibson (Camilla Jayne)
Dubbo Regional Council
Excellence in Customer Service (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Inland Petroleum
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Aquatic and Health Club
Inland Petroleum
Excellence in Customer Service (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Inland Petroleum
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
Inland Petroleum
Excellence in Sustainability Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Transforce
  • Winner: Skillset
Transforce
Best New Business (Baby Rhino) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: Kustom Kitchens and Joinery

2012 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino for Outstanding Business Sponsor
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: Kevin Saul
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Apprentice of the Year Sponsor
  • Winner: Dylan Ney (Westbake)
Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Limited
  • Winner: Aleysha Swanson (Orana Gardens Child Care)
Australian Business Limited
Employee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Limited
  • Winner: Duncan Black (Beal Aircraft Maintenance)
Australian Business Limited
Best New Business (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
Best New Business (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WIN Television
  • Winner: Jeff Hort Engineering
Excellence in Business Development (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Viatek
  • Winner: Vanguard Business Services
Viatek
Excellence in Business Development (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Viatek
  • Winner: Eastern Mechanical Services
Viatek
Excellence in Community Service (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: iKiFit
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Community Service (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: The Westhaven Association
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Customer Service (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
Dubbo Regional Council
Excellence in Customer Service (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Chizen Health Club
Dubbo Regional Council
Excellence in Environmental Sustainability (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Inland Petroleum
  • Winner: Sheridan & Goldsmith
Inland Petroleum
Excellence in Environmental Sustainability (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Inland Petroleum
  • Winner: Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
Inland Petroleum
Excellence in Hospitality (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Midwest Foods
  • Winner: Two Doors
Midwest Foods
Excellence in Hospitality (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Midwest Foods
  • Winner: One7Eight Restaurant at the Dubbo RSL
Midwest Foods
Excellence in Occupational Health & Safety (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Totally Workwear/Rhino Promotions
  • Winner: Christine's Touch of Beauty
Totally Workwear/Rhino Promotions
Excellence in Occupational Health & Safety (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Totally Workwear/Rhino Promotions
  • Winner: Eastern Mechanical Services
Totally Workwear/Rhino Promotions
Excellence in People Development (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: ESP Accounting
Western College
Excellence in People Development (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
Western College
Excellence in Presentation & Marketing (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WHK
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
WHK
Excellence in Presentation & Marketing (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: WHK
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
WHK
Excellence in Products and Services (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by:
  • Winner: Dubbo RSL Aquatic & Health Club
Excellence in Products and Services (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by:
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
Excellence in Rural Achievement Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo RSL
  • Winner: Vanguard Business Services
Dubbo RSL
People's Choice Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: 2DU/Zoo FM
  • Winner: Regand Park Early Child Education Centre
2DU/Zoo FM
Service with a Smile Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Debbie Dawson (Coles Supermarket)
Daily Liberal

2011 Rhino Awards Winners

Gold Rhino for Outstanding Business Sponsor
  • Winner: Inland Petroleum
Jean Emile Serisier Roll of Honour Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • Winner: David Pankhurst
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Excellence in Products and Services (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Rhino Promotions
  • Winner: Vanguard Business Services
Rhino Promotions
Excellence in Products and Services (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Rhino Promotions
  • Winner: Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
Rhino Promotions
Excellence in Presentation and Marketing (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
Dubbo Regional Council
Excellence in Presentation and Marketing (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Regional Council
  • Winner: Latex Bedding Company
Dubbo Regional Council
Excellence in People Development (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: Christine's Touch of Beauty
Western College
Excellence in People Development (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Western College
  • Winner: Dubbo Media Centre
Western College
Excellence in Customer Focus (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Commonwealth Bank
  • Winner: The Skin Corrective Centre
Commonwealth Bank
Excellence in Customer Focus (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Commonwealth Bank
  • Winner: Regand Park Early Childhood Education Centre
Commonwealth Bank
Excellence in Business Development (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Viatek
  • Winner: The Fast Lane
Viatek
Excellence in Business Development (10+ Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Viatek
  • Winner: Inland Petroleum
Viatek
Excellence in Community Service Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Joblink Plus
  • Winner: OEC
Joblink Plus
Excellence in Environmental Sustainability Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Essential Energy
  • Winner: Principal Focus
Essential Energy
Excellence in Rural Achievement Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Central West Catchment Management Authority
  • Winner: Gilgai Farms
Central West Catchment Management Authority
Excellence in Business Operations Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Dubbo Business Chamber
  • Winner: BIG4 Dubbo Parklands
Dubbo Business Chamber
Excellence in Hospitality Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Midwest Foods
  • Winner: One7Eight at Dubbo RSL Memorial Club
Midwest Foods
Excellence in Operational Safety Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: BlueScope Distribution
  • Winner: Christine's Touch of Beauty
Best New Business (<10 Employees) Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: CPA
  • Winner: ESP Accounting
CPA
Apprentice of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Limited
  • Winner: Errin Cross (Two Doors Cafe Restaurant)
Australian Business Limited
Trainee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Limited
  • Winner: Belinda Hangan (Dubbo RSL Memorial Club)
Australian Business Limited
Employee of the Year Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Australian Business Limited
  • Winner: Jason McGrath (Hi Torque)
Australian Business Limited
People's Choice Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Fortnum Financial Advisers
  • Winner: Cafe Delissio
Fortnum Financial Advisers
Service with a Smile Award Sponsor
  • Sponsored by: Daily Liberal
  • Winner: Gillian Deveson (Cafe 33)
Daily Liberal

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