The Mackay Isaac Whitsunday region has never been short on heavy hitters in the resources sector, and this year’s Resource Industry Network (RIN) Awards finalists prove that excellence here isn’t just a habit, it’s a standard.
Among the names stepping into the 2025 spotlight are four standouts already making waves nationally: ALT Industries, with Tristan Turnbull earning recognition in the Standing Out from the Crowd category; Mackay Safety, whose payroll data app innovation has turned heads far beyond Queensland; Gardian, celebrated for its deep-rooted community engagement; and Richglen, a company whose culture-first approach is proving that people are the foundation of long-term success.
They’re joined by a host of other outstanding businesses across seven categories, showcasing achievements in safety, manufacturing, innovation, inclusion, and market expansion. But for these four, the RIN Awards nod is another chapter in stories already defined by vision, resilience, and impact.
RIN General Manager Dean Kirkwood said this year’s finalists are proof of a sector that thrives under pressure.
“Global uncertainty, economic pressures and shifting markets have tested even the most established operators,” Mr Kirkwood said.
“But in true Greater Mackay Region fashion, our sector hasn’t backed down. Instead, it’s adapted, grown, and doubled down on innovation and community impact.”
The winners will be revealed on Friday, 22 August at a black-tie gala at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre, hosted by comedian and television personality Ed Kavalee and featuring live music from The Luke Miller Band. The night promises not just recognition, but a celebration of the values that set the METS and resources sector apart: ingenuity, community, and a relentless drive to improve.
As the countdown begins, all eyes are on the innovators, leaders and game-changers who continue to prove that in this region, excellence isn’t the exception, it’s the expectation.
2025 RIN Awards Finalists
Safety Foremost Award – Sponsored by Diacon Australia
• Ausgroup
• FMS Group
• Aurizon
Champion Culture Award – Sponsored by FMS Group
• Richglen
• Kaefer
Connecting in the Community Award – Sponsored by Local Buying Foundation
• Mackay Women’s Services
• Gardian
• BMA Hay Point Coal Terminal
Expansion into New Markets Award – Sponsored by Capricornia Pumped Hydro
• IQ Solutions
• Mackay Safety
• ALT Industries
Manufacturing Excellence Award – Sponsored by Queensland Manufacturing Hubs
• Jet Engineering
• IQ Solutions
• M & P Services
Standing Out from the Crowd Award – Sponsored by Onsite Training Australia
• ALT Industries – Tristan Turnbull
• Tropical Exposure – Robert Cox
• Glencore – Colin Hoyle
Inclusion and Diversity Award – Sponsored by BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA)
• North Queensland Bulk Ports
Read more about these industry leaders and their inspiring stories in our exclusive RIN Awards feature on pages 23 to 25. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate Mackay’s finest at the gala event on August 22 — a night where innovation, resilience, and community spirit take centre stage.
Event Details
What: RIN Awards Gala Dinner 2025
When: Friday 22 August 2025
Where: Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre (MECC), 258 Alfred Street, Mackay QLD 4740
Time: 6:00 pm – Late
MC: Ed Kavalee
Entertainment: The Luke Miller Band
Dress Code: Black Tie
Tickets: Book online at www.rin.org.au
The RIN Awards 2024 was a huge success and organisers are looking forward to celebrating with industry leaders again this year
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