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Friday, 30 October 2026 Hyatt Regency, Sydney Welcome reception: 6:00pm AEDT Official event start: 7:00pm Black tie
Celebrating excellence across the entire Australian AI ecosystem
AI is reshaping every industry from finance and healthcare to defence and energy. Behind this transformation are the researchers, engineers, founders, and leaders building AI solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. The Australian AI Awards program exists to recognise them.
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First launched in 2024, the awards have quickly become the definitive national benchmark for AI excellence. In 2026, the program returns for its third iteration, bigger, broader, and more ambitious than ever, with 37 categories spanning individual achievement, group innovation, and enterprise leadership.
Winners are chosen by an independent panel of AI experts drawn from industry, academia, and government. Finalists and winners gain national media coverage, profile among peers, and recognition that drives careers and businesses forward.
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2027 dates to be announced
The Australian Aviation Awards will return in 2027 to celebrate the individuals, teams and organisations driving excellence across Australia’s aviation industry.
Following another successful awards program, preparations are now underway for the next edition, which will once again recognise the achievements of professionals and businesses making a lasting impact across the sector.
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- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
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- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
- Access to the Australian Aviation app
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
From pilots, engineers and technicians to trainers, executives, innovators, academics and aviation businesses of every size, the Australian Aviation Awards provide a national platform to recognise leadership, innovation and outstanding performance.
The awards culminate in a prestigious black-tie gala in Sydney, bringing together the industry’s leading professionals to celebrate success, strengthen connections and recognise those shaping the future of Australian aviation.
Register your interest today to be the first to receive updates on the 2027 awards program, including nominations, categories, judges and event announcements.
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2027 dates to be announced
Australia’s aviation industry continues to evolve in response to global uncertainty, technological change and increasing expectations around sustainability, resilience and customer experience.
Following another successful Australian Aviation Summit, preparations are now underway for the Australian Aviation Summit 2027.
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- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
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- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
Returning to Sydney, the summit will once again bring together senior leaders from airlines, airports, government, regulators and the broader aviation ecosystem to examine the issues shaping the future of Australian aviation.
From operational resilience and geopolitical risk to digital transformation, infrastructure investment and the pathway to net zero, the 2027 program will explore the conversations that matter most to the industry.
If you’re looking to stay ahead of emerging challenges, connect with decision-makers and hear from Australia’s leading aviation experts, register your interest today.
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2027 dates to be announced
The 2026 Australian Defence Industry Awards brought together the nation’s leading defence businesses and professionals for an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence, innovation, and leadership across the sector.
Recognising people and businesses rather than products and platforms, the awards honoured outstanding achievements from across the defence ecosystem, including primes, SMEs, academic institutions, defence executives, Indigenous and female leaders, students, scientists, academics, technicians, and other high-performing professionals.
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- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
- Access to the Australian Aviation app
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
As Australia’s premier defence awards program, the Australian Defence Industry Awards continue to celebrate those shaping the future of the nation’s defence capability.
The awards will return in 2027. Register your interest today to be among the first to know when submissions open, receive key program updates, and start preparing your path to national recognition.
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The Defence & National Security Workforce Awards program gives businesses in this sector an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of their rising stars, spotlight their innovative workforce programs, and showcase why they are the industry’s employer of choice.
The awards program recognises up-and-comers and initiatives from across the industry, from the best technical, operations, and communications specialists under 35 to the nation’s leading reserve support and training development programs.
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- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
- Access to the Australian Aviation app
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
The Defence & National Security Workforce Awards will return in 2027. Register your interest to be the first to know when submissions open.
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Thursday, 29 August 2024 • The Star, Sydney • Welcome reception: 6:30pm AEST • Official start: 7:00pm • Black tie
The Australian Aviation Awards is an exciting nationwide recognition program showcasing the outstanding individuals and businesses positively shaping the growth and development of Australia’s aviation industry.
Nominations and submissions for 2024 are now open all year round.
This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members.
A monthly membership is only $5.99 or save with our annual plans.
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
- Access to the Australian Aviation app
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
- Access to the Australian Aviation app
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
The highly anticipated event, to be held in August 2024, offers leading professionals and their businesses the opportunity to highlight their achievements, build exposure and support the expansion of their careers and companies.
This national awards program – which culminates in the black-tie gala event in Sydney – will help forge connectivity in the sector and give greater visibility to the business of aviation in Australia.
Open to all businesses and professionals across the sector, irrespective of location, specialisation, affiliation or alliance, the Australian Aviation Awards will quickly become the universal benchmark for excellence in aviation.
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Thursday, 29 August 2024 • The Star, Sydney • Registration begins 8:00am AEST • Official start: 9:00am • Business casual
Set against the backdrop of innovation and advancement in aviation, the inaugural Australian Aviation Summit 2024 brings together industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts for an unparalleled exchange of ideas and insights.
With a focus on the future of aviation in Australia, this summit serves as a platform for collaboration, education, and networking.
This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members.
A monthly membership is only $5.99 or save with our annual plans.
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
- Access to the Australian Aviation app
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
- Unlimited access to all Australian Aviation digital content
- Access to the Australian Aviation app
- Australian Aviation quarterly print & digital magazines
- Access to In Focus reports every month on our website
- Access to our Behind the Lens photo galleries and other exclusive content
- Daily news updates via our email bulletin
The summit will analyse the most concerning impacts of the industry, including a post-pandemic world, diversity and workforce, and discuss the steps we as a nation need to take to ensure a booming sector.
Join us at the Australian Aviation Summit 2024 and be part of shaping the future of aviation in Australia and beyond.
Register now to secure your spot at this premier gathering of aviation professionals and enthusiasts.
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