Aaron and Jodie Werth from Betta Gatton have been named as the National Retailer of the Year at the BSR Conference on the Sunshine Coast. Jodie Werth referenced the importance of store owners wearing a number of different hats – and often at the same time. Troy Hinchco (BSR), Brett and Elizabeth Nosse (Balonne Betta Home Living St George), Aaron & Jodie Werth (Betta Gatton) with Graeme Cunningham (BSR) & Derek Haley (BSR). Other winners on the night included:Club Betta Store of the Year – Betta NarroginTopGun Warranty Salesperson of the Year – Trevor MylerTopGun Elev8 Store of the Year – Betta CedunaCommunity Spirit Award – Liz Barrington-Smith – Betta NaroomaBSR Delivery Driver of the Year – Con Karvellas – Betta Batemans BayNational Furniture & Bedding Retailer of the Year – Betta CharlevilleNational Designer Appliances Retailer of the Year – Reilly’s Designer Appliances (Bendigo)Betta State Retailer of the Year – QLD – Betta GattonBetta State Retailer of the Year – NSW – Betta MittagongBetta State Retailer of the Year – VIC/TAS – Betta MansfieldBetta State Retailer of the Year – SA/NT – Betta Victor HarbourBetta State Retailer of the Year – WA – Betta NorthamAt the conclusion of the awards, it was announced that BSR will not be holding a conference in 2027, and will be holding a national state-based roadshow in its place. The next BSR conference is scheduled to be held in either February or March 2028 in Auckland.