Nominations Now Open – WiBF 2026 National Industry Awards

We are thrilled to announce that nominations are NOW OPEN for the WiBF 2026 National Industry Awards!

These awards serve as a platform to honour outstanding individuals who lead by example in Australia’s banking and finance sector, as well as recognise organisations dedicated to enhancing gender diversity. Last year, we were privileged to receive more than 300 remarkable nominations and we extend a warm invitation for you to join the celebration again this year to help us reach a new record! Whether it’s yourself, a colleague, someone who has inspired you, or an organisation making incredible strides, we encourage you to submit your nominations and be a part of this recognition.

This year, the prestigious WiBF 2026 National Industry Awards will be hosted once again in the Grand Ballroom at the ICC, Sydney, as a luncheon event on Thursday September 17 2026.

Mark these important dates on your calendar:

• Discounted early bird ticket sales – open NOW! Early bird sale ends April 30th 2026 – save $15.00 per ticket or $150.00 per table.
• Nominations NOW OPEN – Submit a Nomination Now! Nominations close June 1st 2026.
• Finalists – announced July 2026.
• Join us for the grand celebration at the ICC in Sydney on September 17th 2026.

How to nominate for the WiBF 2026 National Industry Awards:

• Visit the nomination platform
• Log in or create a new user
• Click on the green button ‘Submit an Entry’
• Select the award category you wish to nominate for from the available options in the drop-down menu (make sure to review each award criteria to craft an award-winning entry)
• Fill out the nomination form with accurate and detailed information about the nominee
• Upload any supporting documents, testimonials, or evidence that strengthen the nomination
• Review your nomination to ensure all details are correct and complete
• Click on the “Submit” button to finalise your nomination
• You will receive a confirmation email acknowledging your nomination
• The deadline for nominations is June 1st, so make sure to submit your nomination before the cut-off date

If you encounter any issues during the nomination process, contact the WiBF team for assistance.

We look forward to receiving your nominations!