Free Awards Writing Workshops

Council wants to recognise and celebrate the great things Scenic Rim businesses are doing for the region. The Business Excellence Awards are now open and ready for your submission.

To help you prepare a compelling submission, Scenic Rim Regional Council invites you to attend one of our upcoming Award Writing Workshops.

Whether you're a first-time entrant or a returning applicant, these hands-on workshops are a great opportunity to:

• Learn how to craft a strong award submission

• Gain tips and guidance on selecting the most suitable category

• Get one-on-one support with any questions about the entry process or the SmartyGrants platform

Workshop dates & locations:

• Tuesday 16 October, 10:00am – 12:00pm
  Boonah Golf Club

• Tuesday 28 October, 10:00am – 12:00pm
  The Centre, Beaudesert

• Thursday 30 October, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
  The Bearded Dragon, Tamborine

To get the most out of the workshop, we encourage you to:

1. Review award categories and information on our website

2. Select the category most relevant to your business

3. Log in or register on the SmartyGrants platform here: 2025 Scenic Rim Business Excellence Awards - Scenic Rim Regional Council

Key dates

Now - Submissions open

October - Attend an award writing workshop to support your submission

14 November - Submissions close

December 2025 to February 2026 - Judging

20 March 2026 - Business Excellence Awards Gala Dinner

💻 Submissions are now open.

Review the process, download the submission kit and explore the ten categories at www.ScenicRim.qld.gov.au/BusinessExcellenceAwards

To download the complete September 2025 Business Link, click the download button below.