It’s official. Nominations for the sixth edition of the French-Australian Excellence Awards are open today. For the first time in their history, the Awards are heading to Melbourne and this edition is shaping up to be one to remember.
Who can be nominated?
The French-Australian Excellence Awards recognise French and/or Australian citizens – and organisations – whose talent, entrepreneurial spirit, innovation and dedication have enriched the French-Australian community. From unknown talents to established entrepreneurs and public figures: all nominations are welcome.
The 2026 Categories
This year, ten categories celebrate French-Australian excellence across all its diversity:
Arts, Culture & Events
Culinary & Gastronomy
Entrepreneurship
Environment & Sustainability
Internationak Expansion & Value Creation
Research & Innovation
Solidarity & Volunteering
Sport & Wellbeing
Women in STEM
High Impact Corporate
How to nominate?
Everyone is welcome to nominate, no exceptions. French, Australian, Francophile: if you know someone who deserves to be recognised, now is the time. Self-nominations are also very much encouraged 😉
Key Dates
· Nominations open: until 21 September 2026
· Voting phase — finalist selection: 26 September to 19 October 2026
· Awards Ceremony: Thursday 5 November 2026, St Kilda Town Hall, Melbourne
The sixth edition of the French-Australian Excellence Awards is organised by Le Courrier Australien under the patronage of the Ambassade de France en Australie and with the support of Team France (FACCI, Business France, La French Tech Australia and their partners).
The 2026 French-Australian Excellence Awards are proud to count the following amongst their partners: Engie, Eustralis, Bilateral Solutions, Smart Mango, L’Oréal, French Assist, Champagne Pommery and Theault. Further prestigious partners will be announced shortly!
Winners will be announced by their respective sponsors at the ceremony.
