Meet the finalists for Australia’s Favourite Family Business 2025

Collage of Australia’s Favourite Family Business 2025 finalists – showcasing Aussie family-run businesses across industries
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After combing through hundreds of entries from every corner of the country, Business Builders has revealed the finalists for Australia’s Favourite Family Business 2025. And what a stellar bunch they are.

From florists and brewers to zookeepers and kitchen makers, this year’s line-up shows just how diverse and dynamic Aussie family businesses can be.

Meet your Australia’s Favourite Family Business finalists

In alphabetical order, the finalists for Australia’s Favourite Family Business 2025 are:

Archer Brewing

Beyond The Maze

Billabong Zoo

Cog Bikes Australia

Fleurieu Food & Wine

Gardening on Country

Greavesys Fruit n Veg

Griff’s Place

Harrington Kitchens

Hire for Baby

Junior Flippers Swim School

McCathies Furniture Plus

Mozzie Fire

NATPAT

Peter Bouchier

Recycled Mats

See Adelaide & Beyond

Smith & Sons Gold Coast Central & South

Susan Avery Flowers and Events

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From homegrown icons to local legends, these businesses represent the spirit of family enterprise that keeps Australia ticking.

“The calibre this year is off the charts”

Business Builders editor, Cec Busby, says this year’s entries were nothing short of exceptional.

“Every year, we’re amazed by the sheer talent, creativity and determination that shines through these businesses,” Busby says. “We’ve got everything from multigenerational family farms and boutique wineries to tradies, travel operators and even a zoo! The calibre this year is off the charts, and it’s a brilliant reminder of just how central family businesses are to Aussie life.”

She adds that the competition highlights the broad spectrum of what ‘family business’ really means.

“It’s not just mums and dads behind the counter anymore. We’re seeing siblings, cousins, grandparents and even kids rolling up their sleeves to make it work. That kind of dedication deserves to be recognised.”

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Time to have your say

Now it’s over to the public to decide who will take home the title of Australia’s Favourite Family Business 2025.

“Every finalist has an incredible story, and we want Australia to help choose who gets the spotlight,” says Busby. “So grab a cuppa, check out their profiles, and cast your vote. It’s the easiest way to support Aussie family businesses doing amazing things.”

The winning business will receive a $48,000 media package and a feature on Kochie’s Business Builders TV show — not to mention serious bragging rights as Australia’s favourite family-run success story.

So what are you waiting for?

Voting is open now at businessbuilders.com.au/australias-favourite-family-business-2025. Show some love to your favourite family business. Supporters can vote as many times as they like.

FAQs: Australia’s Favourite Family Business 2025

How can I vote for Australia’s Favourite Family Business 2025?
Head to businessbuilders.com.au/australias-favourite-family-business-2025 to check out the finalists and cast your vote. It only takes a minute!

What does the winner receive?
The winning business scores a $48,000 media package and a feature on Kochie’s Business Builders TV show: a huge opportunity to share their story nationally.

Why is this competition important?
Family businesses make up around 70 per cent of all Australian businesses and employ more than half of our workforce. This competition shines a light on their vital role in keeping local communities strong, creative and connected.

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Cec is a content creator, director, producer and journalist with over 20 years experience. She is the editor of Business Builders and Flying Solo, the executive producer of Kochie's Business Builders TV show on the 7 network, and the host of the Flying Solo and First Act podcasts.
She was the founding editor of Sydney street press The Brag and has worked as the editor on titles as diverse as SX, CULT, Better Pictures, Total Rock, MTV, fasterlouder, mynikonlife and Fantastic Living.
She has extensive experience working as a news journalist, covering all the issues that matter in the small business, political, health and LGBTIQ arenas. She has been a presenter for FBI radio and OutTV.

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