Lara business awards seek entries

A second annual Lara District Business Awards is seeking nominations to recognise the area’s most community-minded operators.
Awards organisers Lara District Community Bank and the town’s chamber of commerce want nominations by 30 June.
Bank branch manager Damien Foster said the awards recognised businesses that were playing an important role in the Lara community.
“The awards are all about highlighting what some of our businesses are doing in the community,” Mr Foster said.
“Many people don’t actually now what they do because there are quite a few quiet achievers.
“These awards are not like any other businesses awards; there are no written submissions and no costs to enter.
“We’re excited to recognise the work being done in the community.”
Mr Foster said winners would be announced at a presentation event in August
Prizes included media exposure and substantial funds contributed to the local community group of choice.
The Geelong Indy is sponsoring the awards again this year.
Managing editor Tony Galpin said the paper was glad to participate.
“I commend the chamber and community bank on establishing such an accessible awards program,” Mr Galpin said.
“Maintaining social cohesion in an area like Lara and district is important, not just to the businesses but to the community as a whole.”
Nominations forms are available at Lara District Community Bank.
More information about the awards is available from Mr Foster by phoning on 5282 6430 or emailing mail@LDCE.com.au.