Recognising the Best in Business

The rollercoaster of business life can be tough, we often look forward towards the next goal without celebrating completion of the last one. Many local businesses are achieving amazing things in their field and just get on with business, without taking the time to celebrate them.  This is what the Townsville Chamber Business Awards are all about! Taking time to celebrate and elevate the hard work, innovation, and dedication of businesses and people in our region. 

These awards shine a light on the businesses and individuals who are shaping a vibrant, resilient and forward-thinking Townsville economy. From family-run enterprises and emerging start-ups to long-established leaders, this is a moment to reflect, acknowledge and celebrate local success.

WHEN: Friday 8th August

WHERE: The Pavilion, The Ville Resort and Casino

DRESS: Dress to impress (Jacket and tie for gentlemen)

Nominations Are Now Open

If you know a business that deserves recognition—or you’re ready to share your own story—nominations are open now. Businesses can be nominated by others or self-nominate.

Nominations close 10am, Monday 23rd June

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION

Thinking of Applying?

Applications are open to all businesses in Townsville who are a member of the Townsville Chamber of Commerce. Whether you’re applying for the first time or returning with new achievements to share, we’ve made the process clear and accessible. 

VIEW AWARD CATEGORIES AND APPLY

Need some guidance? We’re hosting a series of FREE workshops to help you shape your submission and understand what judges are looking for.  Tickets will be live for these in the coming days.

Benefits of applying 

THE PROCESS & KEY DATES

  • Anyone can nominate a business that they believe deserves recognition and multiple nominations are welcomed. Each nomination will be emailed directly to the nominee. 
  • Nominated businesses will be invited to accept their nomination and submit an application.

Application workshops

Workshop #1 - Monday 16th June, 9am | Register here

Workshop #2 - Monday 23rd June, 2pm | Register here

Nominations close

Applications close

10am, Monday 23rd June

10am, Monday 30th June

Finalists Announced at event

Wednesday 16th July

Gala Awards night

Friday 8th August

Business Awards Gala | Friday 8th August

Join us as we celebrate finalists and announce the winners at the Chamber’s most anticipated event of the year. It’s a night of celebration, connection and pride in what our region has achieved.

Book tickets

EVENT TICKET PRICES
Members Early Bird $180 + GST per person / After 30th June $200 + GST per person
Non-Members Early Bird $210 + GST per person / After 30th June $230 + GST per person

Members Table

(10 People)

 Early Bird $1,800 + GST/ After 30th June $2,000 + GST 

Non-Members Table

(10 People)

 Early Bird $2,100 + GST/ After 30th June $2,300 + GST 

Dress Code

 Dress to impress (Jacket and tie for gentlemen)

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Business Awards are made possible through the support of our sponsors. If your organisation is passionate about backing local business and gaining exposure across the region, we’d love to speak with you about becoming a sponsor.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

For all enquiries, contact our team at admin@townsvillechamber.com.au or call 4771 2729

FAQ's

Who are the judges?

Judges are invited by the awards management committee. They are recognised and highly regarded Chamber members from the Townsville business community. All judges are required to sign non-disclosure agreements and maintain high levels of confidentiality. Judges are also required to advise the awards committee if any submissions could be a perceived conflict of interest.

Sponsors are not permitted to judge the category that they sponsor, and judges are not allowed to submit an application into the award category that they are judging. 

How are applications assessed?

Each application is assessed by at least two (2) judges. Judges individually score their allocated applications, and those scores are averaged for a final score. Award winners are simply the business with the highest score in their category. 

To ensure all entries are assessed equitably.  The judges make their assessments based on standardised numeric scoring scales that relate to each question in the written application. Judges must base their scoring off the written submission provided and will not take into account any prior knowledge or experience of the applicant's business or any further correspondence or information not included in the application.