"I would encourage local businesses to enter in the judged categories of this year's awards, "said Wauchope Chamber of Commerce President, Rob Hamilton.

"It's an opportunity to promote their business on a different level.

"These awards give businesses the recognition for their professionalism as they would have done a self-evaluation of the business as part of the entry process".

"This, of course is an important part of business development and improvement and something that is highly encouraged by the Wauchope Chamber of Commerce," said Mr Hamilton.

To enter, go to the Wauchope Chamber website: visitwauchope.com.au for the nomination forms meanwhile votes have been flooding into the Gazette office highlighting the popularity of many of our local businesses and employees.