Singleton Business Awards 2026 Shine a Spotlight on Local Excellence
Business Singleton proudly celebrated the achievements of the local business community at the 2026 Singleton Business Awards Gala on Saturday night, recognising the businesses, individuals and organisations making an outstanding contribution to the region.
Business Singleton President Anita White said the awards continue to showcase the innovation, resilience and community spirit that make Singleton’s business sector so strong.
“Congratulations to every finalist and winner. These awards recognise the dedication, passion and hard work of the people and businesses that help our community thrive. Every entrant should be incredibly proud of their achievements.”
The night’s highest honour, Business of the Year, was awarded to Mai-Wel Limited, with Singleton Tidy Towns receiving the prestigious President’s Award for its outstanding contribution to the community.
2026 Award Winners
- Excellence in Micro Business – Renue Wellness
- Excellence in Small Business – Peter Dunn Real Estate Pty Ltd
- Excellence in Large Business – Morgan Engineering
- Excellence in Hospitality & Tourism – Worn Out Wares
- Excellence in Business Collaboration – Novaskill & Singleton Greyhounds Rugby League Club
- Excellence in Marketing & Digital Engagement – Witmore Ltd
- Excellence in Retail – Meyn Street Meats
- Excellence in Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle – Ourcare Services Limited
- Excellence in Professional Services – Ourcare Services Limited
- Outstanding New Business – Thriving Minds Clinic
- Outstanding Not-for-Profit Organisation – Mai-Wel Limited
- Outstanding Community Organisation – Singleton Neighbourhood Centre Inc.
- Young Employee of the Year – Tiahna Ball
- Employee of the Year – Kylie Hatch
- Young Business Leader of the Year – Melissa Spinks
- Business Leader of the Year – Kelly Cooper
- Apprentice of the Year – Adam Baker
- People’s Choice Award – The Grove Hunter Valley
- Outstanding Community Contribution – Kevin Lomax
- Highly Commended – Wine Country Lavender
- President’s Award – Singleton Tidy Towns
- Business of the Year – Mai-Wel Limited
Business Singleton also recognised milestone achievements by Redbournberry Clothing Co (15 years), Hunter Urban Dance Studio (15 years), Aplus Contracting & Poly-Welding (20 years) and Yancoal Mount Thorley Warkworth (20 years).
Business Singleton extends its sincere thanks to the sponsors whose support made the awards possible: Glencore, AGL, Yancoal Mount Thorley Warkworth, NSW Mining, Peter Drayton Wines, McCaffrey’s Estate, Local Buying Foundation, Hunter Valley Operations, Singleton Council, CPR Pest Management, ETC – Employment and Training, Commonwealth Bank, Rotary Club of Singleton and Singleton Square.
A special thank you also goes to the event vendors and suppliers including Hunter Valley Catering, The Hunter Bartender, Fordtronic AV, Pretty Bangin’ Balloons, Scene That, Avid Entertainment, photographers Steph and John, and MC Paul Lobb for helping deliver an exceptional evening celebrating local business excellence.
