2010 WA TELSTRA BUSINESS AWARDS

Thank you to all our wonderful customers, staff and friends who sent messages of support and encouragement for the Telstra Awards.

We are very proud to be the 2010 winner of the WA Sensis Award for Social Responsibility.

For making a difference to how business is done and bringing the community together in harmony, congratulations to The Bodhi Tree. Linda Deutsch

To an incredible business showing the way that things can be done better and leading in consciousness for each other and the world we share. Curtin University

Good luck . As I have said many times before, ''The Bodhi Tree has been the best thing to happen to Mt Hawthorn for a very long time.'' Long may you prosper. Joy Gardner

Keep on doing it right Karen and Team Bodhi Tree - from now and until forever. One by one we all really can make a difference :) Sharlene From Compendium Australia

Karen and the Team, congratulations and well done, keep it cooking... Marlien Fitzgerald, Caterlink

Sitting under the Bodhi Tree's canopy, all is well. A future bright with wisdom and sustainability is what Karen and her team have created. Leah Hair

Heartfelt thanks for your vision and dedication to inspire all and for the creative space for those of us who enter through your doors to express ourselves. xo Satyam Brown (musician)

Dear Karen and all at Bodhi Tree - good luck with the finals. If it is heart and spirit that count then you are a shoe. All the best. Maryclaire Andrews

In reality, this recognition is not for you, but to ignite in others the will to make dreams come true. Keep shining. Alicia Castillo

Good luck to the Bodhi Tree Cafe, a wonderful establishment who deserves to win this award. Prina Shah and Lindsay Dullea

Delicious healthy food and live music, poetry and book readings - the Bodhi Tree is unique; cards and books mindfully chosen to uplift and inspire. Love it! Catherine Jennings, Poet

The Bodhi Tree is a wonderful hub where like minded poeple can meet and which raises the consciousness and wellbeing of the community. Deborah Leyland

In a world seemingly driven by the relentless pursuit of money at any cost, this business seeks to pursue more noble aims relating to global peace and harmony. Helen O'Toole

This business is the vision of an honest, spiritual and very classy lady who deserves recognition for her dream coming true. Maxine Talbot

All the best!!!!!!!!!!! Daniel Goldstein

The Bodhi Tree is a unique place where I go and feel welcomed.The people that work there make it such a special place.They are very deserving of this award. Lisa Wishart

Congratulations on becoming a finalist - you deserve it! Good luck on friday! MV

Congratulations and thank you for providing a beautiful environment to catch up with friends, nourish the mind, heart and soul. Catherine

Congrats, and thank you for creating a little bit of peace in the city! Amy Dyer

When I came the first time, I thought I'd died and gone to heaven. The Bodhi Tree is a magical place. Thank you for creating the space. Silvia Laing

You have my full support and best wishes Karen. Peter Steffanoni

Karen and her team are inspirational! Let's hear more from them and change the world! Good Luck Karen. Maureen Steffanoni

Congratulations and many thanks for the wonderful friendly atmosphere, soul inspiring books, healthy food and inspiration to lead a more fulfilling life. Anthea Blackmore

This is the most passionate and uplifting place to nuture any soul and bring you home to yourself. They deserve full recognition of what they do and have done :) Hayley Lawrence

Congratulations on manifesting your dream and achieving your vision of doing business in a caring manner, responding to the need of the moment. Inspirational! Emma Molloy

Your store is truly a place of inspiration and joy. From the fantastic variety of books, the fabulous cafe and interesting workshops, you do an amazing job! Cassandra Hamence

Wonderful progressive resources on empowering new notions of how business and the hierarchy in the work place can be realigned to be beneficial for all. Anne Becker

Congratulations - you are doing a great job. Dianne and Mad Mittler

Congratulations to all at the Bodhi Tree. You have a friendly, genuinely caring business, only surpassed by the great coffee you serve! Sarah Rangiheuea

Thinking of you Karen. Your sense of social responsibility will certainly earn you points tonight. Suzanne and Colwyn

I'm passionate about raising one's consciousness and leading a truly examined life. Karen, it's a pleasure and a privilege to work for you at the Bodhi Tree. Sarah Jovanovski

Working at The Bodhi Tree is a wonderful and life-changing experience. Karen, you deserve all the praise you receive and more for creating such an amazing place. Julia Percy-Bower

Congratulations Mum, We are so proud of you!! Alyssa & Lauren

Our best wishes and love go out to all of you at The Bodhi Tree. Keep up the great work that you are doing for our community. Best Wishes. Concetta Sultan and team at Admin Express Bookkeeping & Administration Service

Congratulations Karen and the team at The Bodhi Tree...may your win inspire people to collectively influence our world positively. Jo Doyle

Thank-you and congratulations on providing such a beautiful, nurturing, inspiring and delicious venue for contemplation, relaxation, education and community. Anne-Marie Hoyne

Karen, you deserve this. May your message be broadcast to the world. Geoff and Lyne

A place of peace, integrity in products, delightful service and an environment of love. A joy to be there! Viveka Draffen

You have created a welcome haven for those with busy lives. Now retired you offer me a quiet place with a good cup of coffee. Inspirational and thank you. Noel Gregory

Way to go Karen... I'll be tweeting about it. Greetings all the way from a forest in Venezuela. Alicia Castillo

The Bodhi Tree is a modern day sanctuary for knowledge and growth. Its warmth and wisdom exudes for all the see. Simply put, it's a wonderful place to Be. Leah Hair

You've been innovative, warm and welcoming from day one - a beautiful space to grow, listen, learn and glow. Well done! Susan Storm

A truly inspirational venue for people on a journey of spiritual enlightenment offering much more than than just great coffee and books. Exceptional Place. David Sharp

Congratulations to Karen and her team for her inspirational concept and community awareness! The Bodhi Tree is such a breath of fresh air in our busy world. Rita La Bianca

Fantastic effort. Well deserved. Hope you win. Bodhi Tree is like an Oasis, peaceful and yet always stimulating. Janine

Good Luck. Your business has been the best thing to happen in Mt Hawthorn in years. I love it and hope you do well. you certainly deserve too. Joy Gardner

Congratulations on being nominated and Good Luck. Paula East

I'm a regular patron. Why? Because of their dedication to making the world a better place. It's more than a coffee & book shop, it's a life changing experience. Leanne Curran

It's an absolute treat to come to The Bodhi Tree and to be greeted as a friend. Everyone makes you feel so unique & special. You are a very deserving finalist. Good luck. Susan Rennie

Congratulations in becoming a finalist the Bodhi tree is awesome! I miss it now I am in Melbourne. Good luck for the future. Karen Hopkins

"Meditate. Live Purely. Be quiet. Do your work with mastery. Like the moon, come out from behind the clouds! SHINE! " Adrian

All the very best and Good luck. Juliet Roberts