Big Win for Small Business

The winners of the Sandgate Small Business Awards have been announced, highlighting the benefits of shopping local. 

State Member for Sandgate, Bisma Asif, said the awards were created to recognise the hard work of businesses across eight suburbs. 

“Our electorate is home to thousands of small businesses that contribute to our local economy, create jobs, and help make our community a vibrant and thriving place to live,” she said. 

Owners of Top 1 Nails, Ben and Jen, took home first place for Trades and Services. Ben said they were thrilled with the win. 

“We sincerely thank our valued customers and the Sandgate community for their continued support and trust over the past decade,” Ben said. 

“Our customers’ loyalty has been the foundation of our success, and we look forward to serving the community for many years to come.” 

The winners for the 2026 awards were: 

Cafes & Bakeries  

• Winner: She Knows Coffee Plants and Pantry 
• First Runner Up: The Witchin’ Kitchen  

Food & Beverage 

• Winner: Frankies on 4^th 
• First Runner Up: Acciuga 

Retail & Sales 

• Winner: Imagem and Brighton Handmade Collective  
• First Runner Up: Bayside Elements 

Trades & Services 

• Winner: Top 1 Nails Sandgate  
• First Runner Up: Palm Studio Sandgate  

Best New Business  

• Winner: Shay Health Hub  
• First Runner Up: Daydays 

Health & Fitness  

• Winner: Lift HQ 
• First Runner Up: Ako Martial Arts 

Outstanding Customer Service 

• Winner: Myrtle & Blossom 
• Tied First Runner Up: Capulet & Co. 
• Tied First Runner Up: Iremia Recovery 

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