It's time to celebrate audio excellence
The Australian Audio Awards, presented by Mumbrella, Radioinfo & RadioToday, is the only dedicated industry gala specifically designed to celebrate and champion Australia's entire audio ecosystem. There are 27 categories up for grabs spanning Australia's dynamic radio and podcasting landscape. Be sure to make a note of the entry deadline, carefully review the entry criteria, and begin crafting your success stories that will make you standout.
Audio is booming and these nation-wide awards are your chance to showcase just what sets you apart from the competition. A simple entry could lead to big things in 2026, with our senior industry jury locked in to preside over each submission. So if you're looking to make a name for yourself amongst the movers and shakers within Australia's burgeoning audio space, these awards are a must.
Plus, for those lucky enough to win big on the night, the winning entry with the highest score will automatically be entered into the prestigious New York Festivals audio awards to showcase Australia's industry talent on the world stage.
Note: the glitzy awards night is set to take place on the closing night of Mumbrella360 on 28 May at the very stylish Carriageworks Sydney.
INTRODUCING THE 2026 JURY
Lachlan Macara
Head of triple j, Double J & Country,
ABC
Andrea Ho
Discipline Lead, Radio and Podcasting,
AFTRS
Del Fordham
Director, APAC Originals,
Audible
Greg Byrnes
Head of Content,
Nine Radio
David Hua
Director of Audio & Language Content,
SBS
Blair Woodcock
Head of Regional Content,
SCA
Karen Dorante
General Manager,
National Indigenous Radio Service
Corey Layton
Head of Digital Audio,
ARN
Sarah Gilbert
Executive Producer,
UTS Impact Studios
Andrew Very
Network Music Director,
Triple M
Ann Chesterman
General Manager/Senior Strategist,
Deadset Studios
Guy Ashford
General Manager,
2HD / New FM
Spencer Howson
Broadcaster, Podcaster, Trainer,
ABC / 4BC / Community Radio
Dina Rosendorff
Head of Radio National,
ABC
Phil O’Neil
Broadcaster at 2GB,
Nine
Darcy Milne
Managing Director,
Pro Podcast
Abdullah Alikhil
Audio Language Content Program Manager,
SBS
Rhys Gunter
Supervising Producer,
News Corp Australia
Chris Coleman
Lead NRL Commentator,
Mix 106.3, amplifyCBR
Sarah Patterson
Journalist,
Radio Today
A NOTE FROM THE CHAIR OF THE JURY
"This is a whole new way of doing awards in the Australian Audio Industry.
We are all inventing it together, so please enter and come along with us for the ride. See you at the awards event and party in May."
- Steve Ahern, Publisher & Editor of Radioinfo/Radio Today and Chair of Jury
MEET YOUR MCS
Introducing your MCs for the glitzy awards gala - Bianca Dye and Mitch Churi.
Bianca Dye is one of Australia’s most recognisable and loved media personalities, a broadcaster, host, keynote speaker and creative force whose career spans more than three decades across radio, television and live events. Having lived and breathed radio since the age of 18, Bianca brings instinct, warmth and authority to every room she enters.
Mitch Churi is one of Australia's most recognised and consumed young broadcast personalities. He is an award winning radio and podcast host who was named ‘Australia’s Most Relatable Broadcaster’ by TalentCorp in 2024 & 2025 and Best Presenter at the 2023 Australian Commercial Radio Awards beating out Christian O’Connell, Kyle Sandilands and Tim Blackwell as the underdog of the industry. He was voted third most entertaining personality in Australian media in 2024 by Talent Corps.
KEY DATES
ENTRIES OPEN:
Thursday, 20 November 2025
ENTRY DEADLINE:
Friday, 6 March 2026
JUDGING COMMENCES:
Friday, 13 March 2026
SHORTLIST ANNOUNCEMENT:
Tuesday, 31 March 2026
EVENT DATE:
Thursday, 28 May 2026
WHO SHOULD ENTER?
Are you leading the way in the audio community? Whether it's creating unforgettable audio experiences or standout radio and podcast content, this is your moment to shine.
Consider entering if you work in areas such as:
- Radio and Podcast Hosting or Presenting
- Podcast Creation, Production or Editorial
- Audio Journalism or Investigative Storytelling
- In-House Marketing, Agencies, Sales Teams or Campaign Development
- Branded Content and Commercial Audio
- Community, Ethnic or Non-English Language Broadcasting
PARTNER WITH US
The Australian Audio Awards brings together key professionals from the audio industry. These awards are your opportunity to be a part of a night celebrating the best of the best in radio and podcasting. Raise your brand awareness in front of a highly targeted audience, reach key decision makers, and achieve your marketing objectives. Speak with us about creating a bespoke sponsorship for next year’s event that works for you and fulfills your marketing goals.
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EVENT DETAILS
28 May 2026 | Carriageworks, Sydney
Timings
Pre-Ceremony Drinks: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Awards Ceremony: 7:30pm - 10:15pm (AEST)
Getting There
245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh NSW 2015
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and connections to the lands and waters of NSW. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.