Feeling daunted by the myriad of national award deadlines in Australia? Dive into this comprehensive guide curated especially for Aussie Entrepreneurs!
Mel Wrote It, your dedicated Awards Hype-Woman, breaks down the details of various awards open right now. From entry deadlines to costs and event specifics, get all the information in one place.
Discover the recognition your business truly deserves, and make 2023 a year to remember!
Grow your brand with biz awards
Hi lovely,
Mel Wrote It here, and I know what's been on your mind lately. You're probably thinking, "I'd love to enter some awards and gain recognition, but there are just SO many dates to keep track of! How can I possibly remember when all these award entries are due?"
Well, worry no more! As your dedicated Awards Hype-Woman, I've got you covered.
Below, I've compiled a handy quick list of some popular awards currently open in Australia, complete with their entry deadlines, entry costs and event details so you can make an informed decision before entering.
As a business award copywriter based on Darkinjung Country/Central Coast, NSW (Australia), I specialize in supporting SME owners, start-up and charity founders, hard-working tradies on the tools, CEOs, and professionals like you.
Now you can seize these incredible opportunities without missing a beat. So, let's get to it!
NATIONAL Business & Industry Awards - NOW CLOSED
DEADLINE | PROGRAM | ENTRANTS | ENTRY FEE | EVENT DATE |
4 AUG | Telstra Best in Business Awards 2023 - Stage 3 - (only applicable if you have progressed from Stage 2) | Small Business | Free to nominate. Free to enter. | Event details TBA |
17 AUG | Finance, Women | Free to nominate. Free to enter. | Friday, 10 November 2023 The Star, Sydney (NSW) | |
18 AUG | Accounting, Bookkeeping, Xero App Partner, Sole Trader or Small Business | Free to nominate. Free to enter. | Event details TBA | |
18 AUG | Tech, Social Impact, Innovation, Community, Start-Up | Standard Entry fee $445 +gst per entry | Monday, 4 Dec, 2023, Melbourne (VIC). | |
21 AUG | Construction, Women | Nominations fees apply, ranging from $110 (One nomination) - $300 (Five nominations) | Friday 6th October 2023 The Greek Club, South Brisbane (QLD) | |
25 AUG | Legal | Free to nominate. Free to enter. | Event details TBA | |
25 AUG | Service Business, eCommerce Business | Entry is FREE for members of the Digital Marketing Collective. Non-members will be charged an entry fee of $47 to cover admin | Saturday, 7th October at DMC Conference 2023 Kirribilli Sydney, (NSW). Virtual and in-person tickets at varying price points. | |
01 SEP | Security | A non-refundable nomination fee of $95.00 (inclusive of GST) per nomination per category | (Combined ASIAL event) Thursday, 19 October 2023, Park Hyatt, Melbourne (VIC) | |
01 SEP | Security | A nomination fee of $95.00 (incl GST) per nomination per category | (Combined ASIAL event) Thursday, 19 October 2023, Park Hyatt, Melbourne (VIC) | |
01 SEP | Security | Free to nominate. | (Combined ASIAL event) Thursday, 19 October 2023, Park Hyatt, Melbourne (VIC) | |
01 SEP | Tech, Social Impact, Innovation, Community, Start-Up | Late Entry until Friday 1 Sep ‘23 $495 +gst per entry | Awards Night & Afterparty: 4 Dec, 2023 in Melbourne (VIC). | |
03 SEP | Human Rights, Social Justice, Championing equality for all. | Free to nominate. Free to enter. | Event details TBA. | |
08 SEP | Administrative Professionals, receptionists, admin assistants, C-Suite Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants. | Entry fee per category is $99.00. | Wednesday, 8 November 2023. Sydney (NSW) Venue TBA | |
11 SEP | Roar Awards 2023 Note: Roar Success & Roar Awards is under new management.. | Small Business | Free to nominate. Entry costs $95 per category. Discounts apply for multiple entries. | November 2023 (Date TBA) Sydney (NSW) Venue TBA. |
DISCLAIMER: The above tables are a guide only. Please remember that the award program dates and any information listed above are subject to change. I recommend checking the associated awards program websites to stay updated on potential deadline extensions, venue changes, pricing, or program timelines.
Don't Miss Out on the Recognition You Deserve!
Entering business awards is an excellent way to display your hard work and achievements, gaining the recognition your business truly deserves. So why not take a shot at it?
Entering business awards is an excellent way to display your hard work and achievements, gaining the recognition your business truly deserves.
Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of preparing award submissions? I'm here to lend a helping hand!
Whether finding the right awards or crafting and managing your entries with utmost care and attention to detail, I'm here to do the heavy lifting for you!
Together, we'll unlock your business's potential and make the rest of 2023 unforgettable!
Mel xx
As a multi-award-winning B2B Awards Copywriter in Australia and a neurodivergent business owner, I've created this info hub (aka blog) for greater accessibility and inclusivity in the business awards space. If there's anything else you'd like me to cover, include or revise, feel free to let me know at hello@melwroteit.com or visit www.melwroteit.com
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