In this article we outline the top awards for women in business in Australia. Recognising the achievements of those women is more than just celebrating individual success; it’s a way to inspire others, promote equality, and drive economic growth.
Awards bring our attention to innovation, leadership, and resilience, showcasing the incredible contributions women make across all industries.
For small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those led or owned by women, winning or even being nominated for an award can significantly boost credibility, enhance visibility, and open doors to new opportunities.
Let’s look at some of the prominent awards’ programs across Australia dedicated to honouring women in business.
These awards celebrate and recognise women and allies who work in tech roles and organisations or who are involved with education, advocacy and research in technology related fields.
Entry for nominations close Friday 22nd August 2025. Be quick and get entering your application before the deadline. Winners will be announced on the awards night, taking place in Perth on 7th November 2025.
These awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of women shaping the legal profession in Australia.
The 2025 awards ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Melbourne. Awards are now open for submission but be quick as submissions close on the 28th of August 2025. Submit your application today.
A national program acknowledging leading women influencing Australia’s finance industry.
Sample categories include Accountant of the Year, Bookkeeper of the Year, Fintech Leader of the Year and Marketing Professional of the Year.
The 2025 awards ceremony is scheduled for Friday, November 14, 2025, in Sydney. Submit your application via the link on their website.
These awards recognise exceptional female talent in the tech industry. They celebrate women at different career stages and aim to inspire future generations. International applications are accepted for the ‘Tech For Good’ & ‘CTO/CIO’ categories.
Awards for 2025 have closed, however you can register your interest for 2026 Awards to be notified when entries via their website.
Australia’s leading award empowering and celebrating the inclusive and courageous leadership of women in rural and emerging industries, businesses, and communities.
State/territory winners receive a $15,000 Westpac grant and development opportunities.
Applications for all states are now closed. Applications for the 2026 awards open in September 2025. Check out their website for more details.
These awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of women in the Queensland resources sector, and the company’s championing diversity and inclusion.
Award categories include Exceptional Tradeswoman/Operator/Technician, Technological Innovation, and Exceptional Young Woman.
Applications for the 2025 awards are already closed. Check the Women in Mining and Resources Queensland website for information on when entries for 2026 awards open.
The ALIBI Awards recognise the hard work and commitment of women in business across Australia, providing opportunities to showcase businesses and network. Open to all levels, from side hustles to established entrepreneurs.
Entries for the 2025 awards are now closed with the finalist announced on the 18th of August. Get ahead and sign up to ALIBI’s mailing list for 2026 submission dates.
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