King Valley Art Show Sponsors 2006

Pizzini Wines
O. P. Industries
Johansen Insurance
Worktrainers Employment Services
The Wood Family
Redbank Wines
Hargraves Secured Investments
Whitlands Engineering
Empire Creative Group
King Valley Tourism Association Inc.
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Pizzini Wines
Located in the heart of the King Valley, Pizzini Wines have been major supporters of the King Valley Art Show since its modest beginnings in 1997. Katrina and Fred Pizzini have a strong appreciation of the arts and are keen to foster cultural development in the Valley. In 2000 Pizzini Wines became the sponsor of our Grand Prize and have remained our major sponsor to date. More information about Katrina and Fred Pizzini and their family business can be found on their website www.pizzini.com.au TOP

O. P. Industries
O. P. Industries have supported the King Valley Art Show since 2001 sponsoring the second major award for $2000. O. P. Industries was founded in Wangaratta by Lou Onley and Graeme Plumridge. The company has operated successfully throughout Northern Victoria and New South Wales for many years. Wangaratta is also the home to O.P. Industries' manufacturing centres.
In 1993 in conjunction with Earl Sakareassen the company opened an office in Melbourne. The Melbourne operation has grown steadily from this time to be currently one of the leading mechanical services contractors in the state, specialising in hospitals and pharmaceutical works.
In 1998 O.P. Industries entered the New South Wales market and setup operation in Sydney. This operation has grown steadily and currently has a solid working base within NSW. O.P. Industries with its origins and a strong business base in country and regional areas, prides itself in offering all clients close and personal attention that has made the company so successful over the years. TOP

Sylvia Johansen/Johansen Insurance Brokers

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Worktrainers Employment Services
Worktrainers Employment Services have supported the King Valley Art Show since 2003 providing a $1000 award each year. Worktrainers have also been a major supporter of the King Valley Calendar of Events.
Worktrainers are an employment and training agency that provides placement, support and training for job seekers whose planned approach to finding the right people for the right jobs is second to none. Worktrainers pride themselves on job matching so both employee and employer receive optimum benefits from their relationship.
Worktrainers do all the preparation and work associated with employment placements. They assess clients needs, where required and develop individual employment plans, provide on site training & support and also provide a comprehensive post placement service. Worktrainers have nationally accredited training courses for developing skills for entry into the workforce. More information about Worktrainers Employment Services can be obtained from their website at www.worktrainers.com.au TOP

Redbank Wines
Redbank Wines have joined us for the first time this year as sponsor of the Best Work in Watercolour/Gouache to the value of $1000.
Redbank Wines have vineyards in the King Valley from which they produce their Goldmine and Long Paddock range of wines.
The Redbank Wines cellar door can be found at King Valley Cucina where Barb and Wally Sartori make wonderful wood-fired pizzas from their transformed tobacco kiln. Further information about Redbank Wines can be found on their website www.redbankwines.com.au TOP

Bernie and Charlie Wood

The Wood Family
Nat Pizzini, a member of the Pizzini Wines family, has been actively involved in tourism in the King Valley since 1996 when the King Valley Tourism Association was formed.

Nat has sponsored an art award since the first show in 1997 and now she and her husband Bernie, whom she married in 2003, continue to support contemporary artists by sponsoring the Best Contemporary Work in Oil to the value of $750. TOP

Hargraves Secured Investments
John Gorman of Hargraves Secured Investments in Yarrawonga has joined our sponsorship group for the first time in 2006 by providing the Best Work in Oil/Acrylic to the value of $750. TOP

Whitlands Engineering
David and Sharon Burder are the owners of Whitlands Engineering, manufacturers of the Superaxe wood splitter. Their business is located at Whitlands where they also have a high altitude vineyard. As in 2005 Whitlands Engineering is sponsoring the Best Local Scene in any medium to the value of $500. TOP

Empire Creative Group
Joining us for the first time in 2006 is Empire Creative Group graphic designers who are based in Collingwood. With close ties to the King Valley through clients such as Pizzini Wines the company is sponsoring the Best Work in Oil/Acrylic to the value of $500. TOP

King Valley Tourism Association Inc.
The King Valley Tourism Association Inc. was formed in 1996 to promote tourism in the King Valley. MORE TOP