Gastronomy Award

Presented by City of Greater Bendigo.
As the UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, the Greater Bendigo region is filled with many talented and innovative food and beverage growers, producers and suppliers. This award is open to any business who’s core focus is on the food and beverage industry, including agriculture, hospitality, wineries, cider, brewers and distilleries, retail and production.

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Gastronomy Award
Get Prepared

To help you prepare, here are some tips:

  • The applicant’s business must have been operating for a minimum of three years to enter this category.
  • We recommend that you download the Category PDF and review the application in its entirety prior to starting.
  • You must answer all the questions. Only completed applications will be considered.
  • Each answer should be maximum 300 words.
  • You can SAVE your application as you go and come back to it later.

 

Other helpful pointers:

  • Past applicants have found the application process and self-reflection it requires to be rewarding and inspiring, and have recommended having your whole team involved in the process.
  • Our Judges are looking for concise answers that are relevant, accurate, and honest. They are wanting to get an understanding of the business principles, philosophies, and practices. They also want a sense of how the business became successful, and your plans and vision for the future.
  • Make sure you allocate a reasonable amount of time to focus on your application.
  • Make sure you read the question and give specific answers to each one.
  • Write your submission in a word document or similar before submitting to ensure you have a backup copy.
  • Be honest in your answers.
  • Proofread your application before submitting it.

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