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2026 Award Categories<\/h1>\n
(Large company)<\/p>\n
(SME)<\/p>\nHost Address<\/h2>\n
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Join us at the telecommunications industry night of nights!<\/h1>\n
From 6:00pm for networking drinks \u2013 to be seated by 7:00pm” content_phone=”The 20th annual Telecommunications Industry Excellence Awards Black Tie Gala Dinner will be held on Wednesday 15 July 2026 at the stunning Shangri-La Sydney
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Congratulations to the 2026 Telecommunications Industry Excellence Award Finalists!<\/h2>\n
The 2026 Telecommunications Industry Excellence Awards is generously sponsored by<\/h2>\n
Sponsorship Opportunities Available<\/h2>\n
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