The Judging Panel

Fair&IndependentAdjudication

Every nomination is reviewed by an independent panel of judges, selected from across the disciplines our awards represent. The full panel will be announced ahead of the ceremony.

Independent Panel

Judges are drawn from across the disciplines represented by our award categories.

Recusal Policy

Judges step aside from any category involving a personal, family or commercial interest.

Confidentiality

All deliberations and shortlist information are kept strictly confidential.

Transparent Criteria

Each category is judged against clear, published criteria available to all entrants.

WhatJudgesLookFor

Across every category, our panel considers achievement, impact, integrity and the difference nominees make in their communities and industries.

Achievement

Demonstrable excellence and notable milestones within the category.

Impact

Positive influence on community, industry or wider society.

Integrity

Ethical conduct and a reputation for genuine, honest practice.

Full judging panel to be announced ahead of the ceremony.