Remarkable Regional Business
Interviewing Founders and CEOs of Australia’s most remarkable regionally based businesses. You’ll hear about their company and what makes it so remarkable. You’ll also get an insight into their growth journey, the mistakes they made, and how they overcame some of their hardest challenges. Hosted by Caleb Maxwell, Director of Bendigo-based video marketing company Hebron Films, this podcast uncovers regional businesses that are rocking their industries and proves that great companies really can come from smaller places.
Episodes
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Creative Industries
Business Name: Hebron Films
Presented to: Caleb Maxwell
// About the business
Hebron Films is a boutique Bendigo-based video production and storytelling studio that helps regional businesses grow with strategic, high-value video content. They partner with companies and marketing teams to craft creative films backed by clear strategy—bringing sto...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Health and Care Award
Business Name: 3D Physiotherapy Health Group
Presented to: Julie Sheahan
// About the business
3D Physio Health Group is a purpose-driven physiotherapy and wellness clinic in Bendigo and Boort that goes beyond pain relief to help people move better, recover faster and live stronger. Their personalised care uncovers root causes, builds strength,...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Climate Leader Award & Social Procurement Award
Business Name: Flash Farm
Presented to: Kristy Kemp
// About the business
Flash Farm is a farm-based allied health service near Myers Flat, Victoria that uses nature, animals and evidence-based therapeutic approaches to support people’s wellbeing, skills and confidence. Founded from a vision that connection with an...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winner 2025
Awards Category: Young and Professional Award
Business Name: Beck Legal
Presented to: Shaun Stephenson
// About the winner
Shaun Stephenson is a senior associate at Beck Legal in Bendigo and the 2025 Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Young and Professional Award winner. A commercial lawyer specialising in mergers, acquisitions and succession planning, Sean is recognised not only for...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Not-for-profit Award Winner 2025
Awards Category: Not-for-profit Award
Business Name: Bendigo Theatre Company
Presented to: Vern Wall
// About the business
Bendigo Theatre Company is a long-running community theatre organisation in Bendigo, Victoria dedicated to producing high-quality live theatre that entertains and engages local audiences. Since 1952, it has staged a wide range of musicals, dr...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Customer Focussed Award
Business Name: A L Parker Electrical
Presented to: Adam Parker
// About the business
Al Parker Electrical is a local, award-winning family-run electrical services business based in Bendigo, Victoria. Founded by qualified A-Grade electrician Adam Parker, the team delivers reliable, safe and high-quality electrical solutions for homes, business...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Manufacturing Award
Business Name: Fabriq
Presented to: Melanie Clark
// About the business
Fabriq is a family-owned and operated window furnishings business serving Bendigo and Central Victoria since 1995. They specialise in custom curtains, blinds, upholstery and interior décor, offering bespoke design, colour advice and personalised service to make decorating enj...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Gastronomy Award
Business Name: Noble Bootleggers Distilling Co
Presented to: Kristen and Daniel Lemu
// About the business
Noble Bootleggers Distilling Co is a boutique, family-run distillery and regenerative farm on the outskirts of Bendigo, Victoria. They craft unique small-batch spirits like gin, amaro and whisky with bold, innovative flavours and quality ingre...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Events and Tourism Award
Business Name: Bendigo Jockey Club
Presented to: Paul Scullie
// About the business
Bendigo Jockey Club is a historic country racing club in Victoria, celebrated as the “Nursery of Champions” where many iconic racehorses began their careers. It hosts about 23 race meetings annually at Bendigo Racecourse, including major events like the Ladbr...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Regional Women’s Business Award
Business Name: MacKenzie Quarters
Presented to: Rhianwen Seiter
// About the winner
Rhianwen Seiter is the co-owner of MacKenzie Quarters, a multi-venue hospitality precinct in Bendigo, and the winner of the 2025 Bendigo Business Excellence Awards – Regional Women’s Business Award. She leads a diverse operation spanning boutique group...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Emerging and Energised Award
Business Name: Making Cents of Money
Presented to: Bec Dillon-Hensby
// About the business
Making Cents of Money is a Bendigo-based financial planning business that provides straight-up, no-jargon advice to help people take control of their money and live life on their own terms. Founded by experienced financial planner Bec Dillon-Hensb...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Technology and Digital Award
Business Name: AgriNous Pty Ltd
Presented to: Joel Rockes
// About the business
AgriNous is an Australian agritech business transforming the livestock industry with cloud-based digital solutions. They build fully integrated tools that connect stock agents, saleyard operators, buyers and sellers, replacing outdated paper systems to boost ...
Bendigo Business Excellence Awards Winners 2025
Awards Category: Small and Succeeding Award
Business Name: White Deer
Presented to: Jacqui Naunton
// About the business
White Deer is a Bendigo-based brand and graphic design studio led by Jacqui Naunton that helps heart-led business owners craft strategic, standout visual brands and graphics. They offer both studio-done services and DIY-friendly courses focused on Canva and effect...
Remarkable Regional Business – Episode 40 (Part Two)
Guest: William Abbott
Business Name: Mount William Station
Website: https://www.mountwilliamstation.com/
In Part Two of this conversation, William Abbott goes deeper into the realities of building and operating a premium destination business in a regional setting. From navigating staff shortages during the great resignation, to building an international live in hospitality pr...
Remarkable Regional Business – Episode 40 (Part One)
Guest: William Abbott
Business Name: Mount William Station
Website: https://www.mountwilliamstation.com/
What happens when a century old family farm becomes the foundation for one of regional Victoria’s most distinctive luxury destination experiences?
In this episode of Remarkable Regional Business, host Caleb Maxwell sits down with William Abbott, the driving force behind Mo...
Remarkable Regional Business – Episode 39 (Part Two)
Guest: Lou Hopwood, Owner
Business Name: Lou Fit Personal Training
Website: https://www.loufitpersonaltraining.com.au/
Topics Covered:
/ Staying in the Game for 15+ Years
In an industry where most personal trainers last just 3–5 years, Louise shares what it has taken to build and maintain a thriving regional gym in Mansfield for more than 15 years – and why sustainability ...
Remarkable Regional Business – Episode 39 (Part One)
Guest: Lou Hopwood, Owner
Business Name: Lou Fit Personal Training
Website: https://www.loufitpersonaltraining.com.au/
Topics Covered:
/ Building a Thriving PT Business in a Town of 12,000
How do you grow and sustain a successful personal training studio in a regional town at the base of Mt Buller? Louise shares the story of building Lou Fit Personal Training over 15 years ...
Remarkable Regional Business – Episode 38 (Part Two)
Guest: Paul Olsen, General Manager
Business Name: ISH24 Safety and Rescue
Website: www.ish24.com.au
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/paul-olsen-bendigo
Topics Covered:
/ Navigating Growth and Challenges in a Niche Market
Paul continues the conversation, sharing insights from leading ISH24 through a competitive and highly specialized safety and rescue industry.
/ St...
Remarkable Regional Business – Episode 38 (Part One)
Guest: Paul Olsen, General Manager
Business Name: ISH24 Safety and Rescue
Website: www.ish24.com.au
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/paul-olsen-bendigo
Topics Covered:
/ The Journey to 300 Employees
Paul Olsen shares his journey from stepping into a completely new industry to leading one of Bendigo’s fastest-growing businesses. Today, ISH 24 employs more than 300 peopl...
Remarkable Regional Business – Episode 37 (Part Two)
Guest: Bianca Tarrant, Co-Founder Business Name: Our Cow Website: https://www.ourcow.com.au LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bianca-tarrant-a73b2519b/
Topics Covered:
/ Building Knowledge and a C-Suite Team from the Ground Up
Bianca shares how Our Cow grew by surrounding themselves with skilled mentors, industry experts, and a hand-picked leadership team—despite her and Dave's lack ...
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