Murri Chamber of Commerce Hosts Indigenous Business Awards Celebrating First Nations Leadership, Innovation, and Cultural Impact

The Murri Chamber of Commerce celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of Indigenous-owned businesses across Australia. These prestigious awards recognise businesses that demonstrate excellence in leadership, innovation, and cultural impact. Alongside the First Nations Employment and Economic Development Forum the awards showcase the achievements of First Nations entrepreneurs who are transforming industries, preserving culture, and driving sustainable economic growth.

Supported by key partners, the awards promote collaboration within the Indigenous business community and provide opportunities for networking, knowledge-sharing, and inspiration.

In hosting these awards, our vision is to:

Recognise and reward the contributions of Indigenous Australians to business and the economy.

Celebrate the collective Indigenous spirit and cultural diversity that enriches Australia.

Provide role models who inspire other First Nations individuals and communities to pursue and thrive in business.

Showcase Australia as a vibrant destination for business creation, growth, and sustainability across all industries, regardless of background or heritage.

Acknowledge the contributions of government and corporate entities in supporting Indigenous business ventures.

Foster national harmony by highlighting the positive impact and successes of Indigenous entrepreneurs.

AWARDS CATEGORIES AND NOMINEES:

Business of the Year

This award honours an Indigenous-owned business that has shown exceptional growth, leadership, and impact within its industry.

Nominees: No Limit Boxing, Baidam, Bridgeman, Gilmbaa, Islex

Emerging Business of the Year

This award recognises a new Indigenous business that has made a significant impact in its early stage

Nominees: Baan Group, Binda Botanicals, Complete Business Solutions, First Peoples Insurnance, Native Botanical Brewery, Yakka Training, Dharawal, Yarn’n-gambir workforce

Exporter of the Year

Celebrating the Indigenous business that has excelled in international markets, this award recognises businesses that have expanded their reach globally.

Nominees: Dhuwa Coffee, Beachtree Distilling, Yaala Sparkling, Jarawee

Employer of Choice Award

Awarded to the business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and culturally safe work environment.

Nominees: Tuff Yards, Moonyah Workforce, ARA Indigenous Services, Cryogenics Group, Multhana

Caring for Country Award

This award highlights an Indigenous business dedicated to environmental sustainability, preserving traditional knowledge of land stewardship, and implementing practices that protect the environment for future generations.

Nominees: Nirwarra, Banaam Pty Ltd, Blacklash Projects, National Indigenous Radio Service

Corporate Partner Award

This award honours a non-Indigenous business or corporation that has shown outstanding support for Indigenous businesses.

Nominees: Woolworths, Fulton Hogan, Coles, Mental Health Foundation Australia

Community Award

Recognising an Indigenous business or entrepreneur whose efforts have had a lasting, positive impact on their community.

Nominees: Josh Creamer, Mundanara Bayles, AAME, Goanna Academy, Brisbane Tigers