2026 ARA Awards are Open

Excellence in Reporting: Clarity in Uncertain Times

We’re pleased to announce that entries for the 2026 Australasian Reporting Awards are now open.

The ARA Awards

General Award [Gold, Silver, Bronze]

Recognises overall excellence in the structure, transparency and quality of the full annual report.

Best of Industry Sector

Highlights the most exemplary reports within each sector, chosen from the General Award Gold recipients.

Report of the Year

Awarded to the most outstanding annual report overall — a benchmark for best practice in reporting.

Sustainability Reporting Award

Honours outstanding communication of an organisation’s sustainability commitments and performance.

Special Awards

Celebrate excellence in specific aspects of reporting such as governance, design, integration and communication.

Read more about the Awards

This year’s theme — Excellence in Reporting: Clarity in Uncertain Times — reflects the crucial role honest and thoughtful reporting plays when the business environment is complex and constantly changing. In a time when transparency and integrity matter more than ever, the ARA Awards recognise organisations committed to clear communication, accountability and reporting excellence.

Why Enter the 2026 ARA Awards?

If you manage, write or produce annual reports, the ARA Awards offer a valuable opportunity to:

• Benchmark your report against internationally recognised criteria and compare with other leaders in the industry.

• Gain recognition through Gold, Silver and Bronze awards. You can also compete for special awards, Best in Industry recognition and the prestigious Annual Report of the Year.

• Receive expert feedback from experienced adjudicators to help you improve your reporting each year.

• Join a professional community connecting reporting leaders across Australia, New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific region.

“By entering the ARA Awards, the Commission has been able to benchmark our report against best practice criteria and has benefited from the expert guidance of the ARA adjudicators and judges.”

— Ernest Schmatt AM PSM, Chief Executive, Judicial Commission of New South Wales

Explore the Awards

About the Awards Enter the Awards Entry Criteria 2025 Results Contact the ARA Resources

Important Dates and Events

• Entries open: 1 October 2025

• Entries close: 5 December 2025

• Feedback sessions: April to July 2026

• Awards presentation dinner: June 2026 in Sydney

• Seminar on reporting: June 2026 in Sydney — sharpen your skills with expert insights and practical guidance

Oct 1
2025

Entries Open

Submit your entries for the 2026 ARA Awards.

Dec 5
2025

Entries Close

Final deadline for entries.

Jan 31
2026

Year-End Reports

Submit reports for the relevant period.

TBA
Apr 2026

Bookings Open

Reserve your place for ARA events.

TBA
Jun 2026

Awards Dinner

Celebrate at the Presentation Dinner.

TBA
Jun 2026

Reporting Seminar

Learn best reporting practices.

TBA
Jun 2026

Feedback Sessions

Book a session for feedback.

Annual Reporting Checklist

• Proofread and finalise your 2025 report
• Enter the 2026 ARA Awards
• Sign up to the ARA newsletter
• Join the ARA on LinkedIn
• Book for the Awards Presentation Dinner
• Sign up for the Annual Reporting Seminar
• Arrange a Feedback Session

Ready to Get Started?

Join the many businesses, government agencies and not-for-profits who are leading the way in transparency and excellence in annual reporting.

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Celebrate your achievements. Learn from industry experts. Grow through constructive feedback. Together, we can raise the standard for clear and transparent reporting — even in uncertain times.

If you have any questions, please get in touch. We look forward to receiving your entries.

The Australasian Reporting Awards Team