The winners of the Pet Industry Association Australia’s (PIAA) awards were recognised at the recent AusPet Industry Expo.

The awards night, sponsored by Central Pet, are an opportunity for the industry to show recognition for the hard work and service performed by both suppliers and retailers in furthering the industry.

Anthony Ramsey, CEO of PIAA, said the awards night was a major highlight of the AusPet Industry Expo.

“The emotion shown by the award winners just reaffirmed the importance of PIAA recognising excellence and achievements in all facets of the pet industry.”

Award Winners:

  • Individual Excellence in Aquarium Sector 2024 – John Redcliffe from The Tech Den
  • Individual Excellence in Aquarium Sector 2024 – Matthew Scott from Aquatic Maintenance Tasmania
  • Individual Excellence in Pet Retail 2024 – John Grima from Kellyville Pets
  • Individual Excellence in Pet Boarding 2024 – Hayley Galea from Dogs Country Club
  • Individual Excellence in Pet Grooming 2024 – Natalie West from iGroom Hub
  • Individual Excellence in Pet Supply & Manufacturing 2024 – Phillip Kerr from Mini Beast Enterprises
  • Individual Excellence in Pet Supply & Manufacturing 2024 – Chris Talbot from AquaPremium
  • Individual Excellence in Pet Supply & Manufacturing 2024 – Mark Swan from AquaHub
  • Kevin Pakes Award – Outstanding Acheivement in the Pet Industry 2024 – Michael McTeigue from SavourLife
  • Pet Industry Pioneer Award – 20 plus years’ service in the pet industry at the highest level 2024 – Vaness Parsons from Groomer Nation

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