Illawarra Business Awards 2026 finalists showcase regional resilience

The 2026 IMB Bank Illawarra Business Awards have announced their finalists, covering a wide cross‑section of businesses and organisations from Helensburgh to Jervis Bay. Business Illawarra director Coralie McCarthy said the list reflects the "strength, resilience and ambition" of the local economy, highlighting firms that demonstrate excellence, leadership and community commitment.

Finalists are recognised across categories such as Outstanding Employee, Outstanding Young Business Leader, Outstanding Business Leader, Excellence in International Business, Employer of Choice (both under and over 20 employees), and Excellence in Innovation, Sustainability and other fields. Companies named include Hysata, Poseidon Animal Health, Smartvisit International, Green Gravity, Tiny Tins and Peoplecare Health Insurance, among many others.

The awards aim to spotlight the people and organisations driving growth in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions and to celebrate the stories behind their success.