Sydney Markets revealed the winners of the 2016 Fresh Awards at a gala function at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney last night.
From the 60 finalists vying for the Fresh Awards, 15 businesses and individuals from the Greengrocer, Florist, Grower and Blogger sectors walked away with an impressive package of prizes and the honour of holding the winning titles for the next 12 months.
Greengrocer of the Year Award winner Ken Irvine from Ziggy’s Fresh in Fyshwick ACT said they were really proud to be going home with this prize.
“I have worked in fruit and vegetable retailing for 45 years and we as a family are passionate about our business and our industry, so to be awarded Greengrocer of the Year means a great deal.
“It certainly made the trip up from Canberra all the more worthwhile.”
Greengrocer awards
Best Small Business
Figtree Greengrocer, Lane Cove West NSW
Best Medium Business
Ziggy’s Fresh, Fyshwick ACT
Best Large Business
Fruitezy Marketplace, Miranda NSW
Service Excellence
Farmer Feld’s Fresh Produce, Goulburn NSW
Retail Presentation
Parisi’s Food Hall, Rose Bay NSW
Knowledge in Action
Martelli’s Fruit Market, Cherrybrook NSW
Florist awards
Service Excellence
Bella Floral Boutique, Morisset NSW
Retail Presentation
The Flower Room, Newtown NSW
Knowledge in Action
Native Botanical, Young NSW
Produce grower of the year
Goldenfield Growers, Wallacia NSW
Flower grower of the year
S & P Dominello, Peats Ridge NSW
Blogger awards
Best Greengrocer Story
Anna Johnston, shenANNAgans
Best Florist Story
Lisa Tilse, We Are Scout
