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Celebrating Excellence: Australian Owned Business Awards 2024

We are thrilled to announce the recipients of the Australian Owned Business Awards 2024, recognising outstanding commitment to Australian values, innovation and community engagement. This year, we honour four remarkable businesses whose dedication to Australian ownership sets them apart as leaders in their respective industries.

Morgan Engineering NSW: Australian Owned Business of the Year

Morgan Engineering NSW has been awarded the title of Australian Owned Business of the Year. Established in the Hunter Valley in 1975, Morgan Engineering has evolved into a major engineering supplier across Australia while staying true to its Australian roots. Their unwavering commitment to Australian ownership, innovation and excellence in service delivery has earned them this esteemed accolade.

Coffey Testing: Proudly Australian Award

Coffey Testing is the proud recipient of the Proudly Australian Award for 2024. With over 65 years of operation, Coffey Testing operates Australian-wide, providing construction materials testing services of the highest standard. Their dedication to Australian ownership is evident in their commitment to supporting the local economy, employing local talent and partnering with Australian-owned suppliers.

Australian Warfighters Coffee: Best Emerging Business

Australian Warfighters Coffee has been recognised as the Best Emerging Business of the Year. This award celebrates their exceptional commitment to Australian values, innovation and community engagement. Through their dedication to sourcing Australian-grown coffee beans and supporting local causes, Australian Warfighters Coffee embodies the true Aussie spirit in every cup.

Ranger Nick: Achievement Award

Ranger Nick has been honoured with the Achievement Award for 2024. Renowned for keeping the tradition of bush cooking alive, Ranger Nick champions Australian heritage and traditions through his culinary expertise. His commitment to promoting Australian products and supporting local communities reflects the essence of the Australian Owned initiative.

Each of these award winners exemplifies the core values of Australian Owned and showcases the diverse range of industries where Australian influence thrives. We extend our sincerest congratulations to Morgan Engineering NSW, Coffey Testing, Australian Warfighters Coffee and Ranger Nick on their well-deserved achievements. As beacons of Australian entrepreneurship, innovation and community spirit, they inspire us all to embrace the true essence of proudly conducting business in Australia.

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Federal Election Priorities 2022

INVEST IN AUSTRALIA

Australian Owned has publicly released its 2022 Federal Election Statement of Priorities. Informed by formal submissions from our certified business community which consists of business owners and operators as well as engaged discussion with our consumer-based audience of 1.7 million Australian group members, this document outlines two national policy initiatives that will optimise partnerships between the Commonwealth, the Australian business sector, and the consumer.

Thousands of businesses have sought Australian Owned certification in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the vulnerability of the Australian economy to foreign-owned supply chains.

Investing in Australian business and ensuring that investment is genuine and qualified is more important than ever. Too often we see profits meant for Australia, sent offshore with multi‐nationals paying almost no tax and whose business interest cannot be relied on.

Australian Owned certification supports and promotes genuine Australian business. We are Australia’s only trusted and transparent certification system that ensures business and products are genuinely Australian owned and made. This ensures profits stay in Australia, are invested in the Australian economy, supporting the long-term prosperity of our country.

In this election, we are looking for the next government to implement procurement policies and programs to genuinely benefit Australian owned and operated businesses. Equally as important is the requirement that ownership and manufacturing is qualified to an acceptable degree, benefiting Australia, and protecting our supply chain.

Keeping profits and security in Australia must be a priority.

Whilst the current public sentiment and Government support for Australian business is encouraging, there continues to be flaws in procurement frameworks around the country.

We strongly support action under these priorities, which puts Australian business first. We encourage the incoming Federal Government to develop an integrated cross-departmental, collaborative, and cross-sector policy framework that provides stronger and more active support for the Australian business sector.

These priorities were developed following extensive consultation and collaboration with our certified licensee network, as well as business owners and consumers across the country.

Alongside our business community and Australian consumer base, we are now calling on all parties and candidates to support these national priorities ahead of the election and empower Australian-owned businesses to play a meaningful role in Australia’s recovery.