Community
8 May, 2024
Locals among dairy finalists named
THE finalists for the 2024 Great South West Dairy Awards have been revealed ahead of the announcement of the five category winners at the Awards Gala Evening on Thursday, May 16.
The awards are held annually by WestVic Dairy to honour and celebrate the accomplishments of dairy farmers within the region.
The rigorous judging process is under way for the line-up of finalists.
WestVic Dairy chair Brendan Rea said the awards were a way to celebrate the achievements of the local dairy industry.
“With 2024 marking the 16th year of running the awards, we’re proud to continue our tradition of recognising the hard work and dedication of our region's dairy farmers,” he said.
“Excitingly, WestVic Dairy will also be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.”
2024 Award Finalists:
Dairy Farm Business Manager
Harold Benzon (Minhamite)
Dave Stewart (Glenfyne)
Greg and Kim Wilson (Irrewillipe)
Young Dairy Leader
Chloe Brown (Kirkstall)
Rachael McGrath (Orford)
Gregor Mews (Southern Cross)
Natural Resource Management and Sustainability
Alistair Harris and Caitlin Sauro (Larpent)
Aurora Dairies Welbourne (Simpson)
Aurora Dairies Poorinda (Cooriemungle)
Employee Award
Romar Grolleman (Mepunga)
Kerry-Leigh Hume (Glenfyne)
Gregor Mews (Southern Cross)
Service Provider Award
Harold Hanlon (Colac)
Eamon Maher (Naringal East)
Lisette Mill (Laang)
The winners of each awards category will be announced at the Awards Gala Evening, to be held in the Carmichael Room, City Memorial Bowls Club, Warrnambool.
Tickets are available for $80 plus booking fee via the WestVic Dairy website.