The Australian Marketing Institute is pleased to announce that entries for the 2026 AMI Marketing Excellence Awards have officially closed, marking the beginning of the next stage in recognising Australia’s leading marketing work and professionals.

This year’s Awards have attracted an exceptional level of participation from marketers, agencies, brands and organisations across Australia, resulting in a substantial body of work for our judging panels to review. The calibre of submissions received promises one of the most competitive judging periods in recent years.

For more than 40 years, the AMI Marketing Excellence Awards have celebrated the campaigns, strategies and initiatives that deliver meaningful business impact while recognising the marketers behind the work. The Awards continue to showcase the breadth, innovation and influence of the marketing profession across Australia.

A panel of 92 Certified Practising Marketers (CPMs) from across the country will now undertake the judging process across the various award categories. As senior marketing professionals recognised for their expertise and commitment to the profession, CPM judges play a critical role in ensuring a rigorous, independent and peer-led evaluation process.

Judging will commence on 17 June 2026, with finalists to be announced on 15 July 2026.

The strong response to this year’s Awards reflects the outstanding work being delivered by marketers across Australia and the growing impact of marketing on organisational performance, customer engagement and business growth.

The 2026 AMI Marketing Excellence Awards winners will be revealed at the AMI Marketing Excellence Awards Long Lunch on Friday, 11 September 2026 at ILUMINA, Sydney. One of the most anticipated events on the Australian marketing calendar, the Long Lunch brings together finalists, industry leaders, marketers and partners from across the country to celebrate excellence, innovation and achievement within the profession.

Ticket sales are now open. We warmly invite members of the marketing community to join us for an afternoon of celebration, inspiration and connection as we recognise the individuals, teams and organisations shaping the future of marketing in Australia.

Whether you are supporting a finalist, celebrating the industry’s best work, or looking to connect with fellow marketing professionals, the AMI Marketing Excellence Awards Long Lunch offers a unique opportunity to be part of this national celebration.

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