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For agencies who would like to enter their own website. Typical entrants in this category include digital agencies, marketing agencies, branding agencies, SEO agencies etc.

A NEW category for any website launched to highlight or create awareness around a specific campaign, e.g. advertising, product launch, advocacy, time-based promotion etc. 

For websites that support the local community, promote cultural awareness or create connections through shared interests. Previous Community & Culture entrants include websites for child safety, university clubs, sporting groups, animal rights, art galleries and more.

For websites in the construction, manufacturing and production industries. Past Construction & Manufacturing entrants include construction companies, product manufacturers and more.

For websites in the education industry, such as primary schools, high schools, universities or Registered Training Organisations.

For websites that support the entertainment industry or promote events. Past finalists and winners have featured websites for artist management organisations, music events, conferences and more.

For websites that offer financial services such as banks, financial planning services, investment companies and credit unions.

For websites that support the health and wellness industry. Past winners and finalists have featured websites for dietary advisory services, family planning, women’s health, medical services and more.

A NEW category for websites supporting residential home building, commercial property development, interior design, and home improvement.

For websites which are part of an Australian government department or agency, or a wholly government-funded program. Past Government finalists and winners have featured websites for public services, Government reports, local council initiatives and more.

For websites supporting businesses operating in the hospitality industry such as restaurants, food products, breweries, wineries and more.

This is a broad category designed to acknowledge innovation/experimentation in any aspect of web technology. It could be on any platform; e.g. web, mobile, application, internet of things. Because we are looking at the boundaries of what is possible, WCAG 2.0 conformance is not a prerequisite, although minimum conformance should be part of outstanding practice where it can be applied.

For websites which directly support industry associations, registered non-profits or charities. Past Not For Profit finalists and winners have featured organisations involved in animal welfare, disability education, health research and more.

A NEW category for websites which are part of an initiative or organization that supports humanity or the ‘greater good’ but NOT a Not-For-Profit organization.

For websites that offer specialised advisory, consultative, or technical services. Past winners and finalists have featured websites for legal services, architects, consultants and more.

For websites that support a retail or ecommerce business. Past winners and finalists have featured websites for fashion, Aboriginal art and food products.

For websites that support scientific innovation, environmental sustainability, and eco-conscious initiatives. Past finalists and winners have included medical research organisations, space agencies and sustainable service providers.

For websites with a total budget under $15,000. This category recognises creativity, careful consideration and innovation within a smaller budget.

For websites supporting businesses that are less than 2 years old (as of 01/01/25)

For websites that promote or support physical activity, fitness, and leisure such as sporting or leisure facilities, sporting teams and activewear.

For websites that support or promote technology, digital products and software. Past winners and finalists have featured websites for cryptocurrency, online education platforms, and more.

For websites which are part of the tourism or travel industry. Past winners and finalists have featured websites for travel agencies, tourist attractions, airlines and more.

A NEW category for websites that serve industries relating to the extraction, production, and management of natural resources.

This category covers a computer program or software application designed to run on a mobile device such as a phone, tablet, or watch. These applications must be available from one of the app stores (e.g. Google or Apple). Both Native and hybrid apps are included in this category.

This category is aimed at sites implementing Drupal as a CMS tool.

This category is for any website or web application that utilises a headless CMS, with the front-end of the website decoupled from the back-end.

This category is aimed at any website or application utilising the Laravel framework.

This category is aimed at any digital project primarily utilising the ReactJS library to build and render its user interface.

This category is aimed at sites implementing any of the Shopify web products.

This category is for software and applications built for the web. Web apps typically consist of complex functionality, authentication and integrations beyond the typical requirements of an informative website.

This category is aimed at sites implementing WordPress as a CMS tool.