iAwards

Seeks to unearth, recognise and rewards excellence in Australian innovation that is making a difference and has the potential to create positive change for the community – whether this is at home, in the office or on a global scale.

For the past 30 years, the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) has been driving an innovation nation through their iAwards program. The iAwards is Australia’s longest running and most broadly scoped innovation recognition program, promoting excellence in the Australian digital ecosystem from the likes of Google Maps, Atlassian, Wotif and WiseTech Global.

The iAwards is the most recognised technology innovation awards program in Australia. The iAwards unearths, recognises and rewards excellence in technology innovation. And while commercial achievements are lauded, the iAwards is particularly focused on those innovations that have the potential to make our world a better place for all.

iAwards submissions are accepted from innovators across the whole Australian economy, whether you are an individual, a group, a government or private organisation, or a student.

In 2026, the theme of the year is ‘Innovation that matters’.

iAwards 2026 – Excellence in Innovation is FREE to enter for every individual, business, company and organisation.

All you need to do is to complete an entry form answering 4 questions (maximum 300 words for each question) and providing us with a 3 minute video pitching your innovation.
- What is the opportunity that your solution enables and for whom?
- How is your solution different?
- What is the technology that powers your solution?
- How is your solution making (or will make) an impact?

Seeks to unearth, recognise and rewards excellence in Australian innovation that is making a difference and has the potential to create positive change for the community – whether this is at home, in the office or on a global scale.