Celebrating innovation and excellence in the Australian telecommunications industry
20th Anniversary
Welcome to
The 2026 Telecommunications Industry Excellence Awards
Presented by the Australian Telecommunications Alliance (formerly Communications Alliance), providing a unified voice for the Australian telecommunications industry since 2006, the Awards have been providing an opportunity to recognise and celebrate individuals and organisations from across the sector who have achieved extraordinary success throughout the year, across a range of categories.
2026 Award Categories
Innovation in Networks, Products and Technology
(Large company)
Awarded for innovative network services, products, and technological breakthroughs that drive industry growth
Innovation in Networks, Products and Technology
(SME)
Awarded for innovative network services, products, and technological breakthroughs that drive industry growth
Contribution to Society
Awarded for improving the well-being of Australian society (including specific communities, such as First Nations communities) through the provision of telecommunications networks, products, or services
Commitment to Customer Service
Awarded for commitment to customer service
Consumer Champion Award
Awarded to an individual who has shown outstanding results in improving outcomes for consumers
Innovation in Infrastructure, Security and Resilience
Awarded for advances in telecommunications network security and resilience
Innovation in Mobile
Awarded for providing innovative mobile solutions, products, or technological advances
Innovation in Satellite Services
Innovation in Vendor Technology
2026 Communications Ambassador
Awarded to an outstanding individual who has shown strong leadership and made a significant, sustained and positive contribution to the Australian communications industry
Hosted by the Australian Telecommunications Alliance (ATA), the Black Tie Gala Awards Dinner provides the biggest and best networking occasion of the year, with the opportunity to join industry leaders, Ministers and members of Parliament, senior executives from Government Departments, regulators, and other important stakeholders from across the sector.
Host Address
CEO, Australian Telecommunications Alliance
Celebrity MC
Claire Hooper
Join us at the telecommunications industry night of nights!
will be held on Wednesday 15 July 2026 at the stunning Shangri-La Sydney
From 6:00pm for networking drinks – to be seated by 7:00pm
$260 (per ticket) or $2600 (table of 10)
$300 (per ticket) or $3000 (table of 10)
Please note, above pricing excludes GST of 10% and will be charged upon registration.
Congratulations to the 2026 Telecommunications Industry Excellence Award Finalists!
The 2026 Telecommunications Industry Excellence Awards is generously sponsored by
Silver Sponsors
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
- Benefit from vast coverage through extensive branding opportunities
- Gain valuable exposure in front of a targeted audience of over 400 industry leaders;
- Demonstrate your dedication to shaping the future of the telecommunications industry in Australia.
For more information or to request or discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Carolyn Todd on +61 3 9663 3093 or email sponsorship@tieawards.com.au.