2026 Best Places to Work™ Awards

Awards ceremony on

October 22, 2026

Recognising the organisations that are creating positive employee experiences by building culture that supports innovation, values wellbeing, and empowers people to do their best work. We celebrate the leaders, and the teams, that are shaping the way work is experienced by listening, learning, and committing to continuous improvement.

Shortlist to be announced.

Winners to be announced at the awards ceremony on

October 22, 2026

Workplace Award Categories

Spotlight Award Categories

The Spotlight Awards recognise organisations that have demonstrated outstanding effort in initiatives that create an amazing workplace environment.

Community & Regional Impact

Contributing to stronger communities through employee involvement, partnerships, social initiatives, and regional leadership.

Innovation

Empowering employees to contribute ideas, improve the way work is done, and create meaningful value through innovation.

Purpose In Action

Embedding purpose into strategy, decision-making, and everyday actions to create positive outcomes for employees, customers, communities, and the organisation.