Honours for small firms' key helpers

Only one week remains to enter the Excellence in Business Support Awards.

The awards, which recognise the people and organisations who support small businesses, will be announced at a gala dinner on May 11.

Ten categories range from the most significant contribution by a business (under $10 million turnover) through to an overall excellence award.

Awards creator Sarah Trotman said: "People are really looking at how their support impacts business and how they can raise the bar.

"We want world-class businesses in this country, therefore the business support needs to be world class."

The awards were instituted a year ago. Entry forms are found on the website below and expressions of interest close on March 3.