And the winners are…

2011 SuperPages Bass Coast People’s Choice Award
* Retail Business - Hillies Meats, San Remo
* Health & Lifestyle - Beachside Hair & Beauty, San Remo
* Hospitality Services - Westernport Hotel, San Remo
* Professional Services - Sargeants Conveyancing, Cowes
* Trades & Services - Island Mowing, Cowes
* Tourism / Attraction - Maru Koala & Animal Park, Grantville

2011 SuperPages Bass Coast Business Awards
* Business Excellence – Hillies Meats, San Remo
* New Business - Archies on the Creek, Archies Creek
* Environment & Sustainability - Rhyll Trout & Bush Tucker Farm, Rhyll
* Good Access is Good Business - Maru Koala & Animal Park, Grantville
* People’s Choice Award and Business of the Year - Hillies Meats, San Remo

Growing residential and commercial development over the past ten years attests to the growing level of interest in the Bass Coast as a lifestyle and business destination.
Few other areas in the state have been able to boast such sustained growth over an extended period. We have a lifestyle that is drawing new residents to this area in large numbers – people seeking a “Sea-change”. The combination of beautiful beaches and the close proximity to Melbourne and surrounds make Bass Coast the perfect choice to combine work and recreation.

The “Business in Bass Coast” website aims to encourage new businesses to establish here and to support and facilitate the growth of our existing businesses. This website can assist you with statistical information; business associated fact sheets and contact details for business information services.

Live and work in an environment and location that suits you.
The Bass Coast has:-
• An exception living and working environment
• High living standards without crowding or pollution
• Affordable, readily available residential and commercial investment opportunities
• Quality municipal services and competitive health and education services
• Low cost of living
• A skilled and reliable workforce
• Easy access to Melbourne, one of the largest markets in the nation
• An established and substantial tourism market

Tourism market
Bass Coast and Phillip Island is one of Australia's major tourism regions.
It's not just the perfect base for summer activities, but an ideal base for winter fun, with the Victorian snowfields within easy reach.
The Bass Coast is home to close to 30,000 permanent residents, but this number swells to close to 100,000 during holiday periods, summer weekends and major events. Bass Coast plays host to some 35% of Victoria's international tourists.
Visitors are attracted by such renowned experiences as the world famous Penguin Parade, and the Motorcycle Grand Prix and Superbike Championships.