There are an increasing number of multi-site operators in the market and they are having a positive effect on creating a more diverse industry.

The Hall of Fame is for people who have made a significant contribution to the collision repair industry, only one person is honoured each year.

This is a new category this year to include hail, restoration, heavy and other specialist repairers.

This is the inaugural Apprentice of the Year and we had some fantastic entries. Although the winner was a standout for the judges these finalists are at the top of their game.

Zane Hartley, 21, was a stand out for the judges for his attitude, charisma, commitment, and dedication not only to his employer and career but also to his family.

There was some fantastic talent put forward this year for this new award. However, Patrick Killen from Killen’s Smash Repair NSW was the standout for the judges.

MJB Bodyworks submitted perhaps the most detailed and impressive awards submission we’ve ever seen.

The trend is for larger shops but there are still business owners running successful boutique premises happy to focus on quality instead of quantity.

When it comes to contributing to the family business James Kolich excels, applying passion and precision to everything he does.

Winner of last year’s best shop, it’s hard to fault this outstanding family business with a team totally dedicated to best practice in every area.

This award is for businesses who are really next-level and shine in every aspect.

Yes, country repairers need to be involved in their community but the judging panel were super-impressed with JVS Bodyworks.

We know that the vast majority of bodyshops are armpit-deep in the community – these two groups really go the extra mile and then some.

MPSR is among the largest volume shops in the country managing to repair up to 160 cars per week in a Sydney city location.

This is always a hotly contested category with so many businesses justifiably taking pride in how they interact with their customers.

Tammy O’Donnell and Jeremy Wilks have created a safe and inclusive working environment.