How the Awards Work
From the moment you enter to the night you're celebrated - here's what the Altitude Awards journey actually looks like.
This Isn't Just About Winning.
The Altitude Awards exist because too many women do extraordinary things and never get the recognition they deserve.
We built these awards to change that.
For 14 years, the Altitude Awards have shone a light on women who are building businesses, leading communities, and creating impact - quietly, consistently, and often without applause. Entering isn't about ego. It's about being seen. It's about giving the women in your world permission to back themselves. And it's about adding your story to a 14-year record of women who showed up and said: I've done something worth recognising.
Whether you win, become a finalist, or enter and learn - this process changes things.
Your Entry is the Beginning, Not the End
Unlike many awards programs, we don't take your entry and disappear. From the moment you enter, you get access to a toolkit designed to help you put your best story forward - and share it widely, whatever the outcome.
What you'll receive:
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The judges guide - Understand exactly what our judges are looking for. Frame your submission for maximum impact before you write a single word.
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Submission Tips & Resources - Practical guidance on how to tell your story clearly and compellingly - written specifically for Altitude Awards entrants.
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Webinars for Entrants - Live and recorded webinars walking you through the process, answering questions, and helping you strengthen your entry.
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A Branded Content Pack - Graphics, social media tiles, and visual assets for your website and social channels - whether you're a finalist or not. "I've entered the Altitude Awards" is worth sharing.
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PR an Media Templates - Ready-to-use templates to pitch your story to local media, industry publications, and your own networks.
We're not just handing you an entry form. We're beside you - helping you be seen.
The Judging Process
Every entry is reviewed by a panel of five experienced judges - business leaders, community figures, and industry professionals who volunteer their time because they believe in what these awards stand for.
Innovation
Impact
Leadership
Resilience
Confidentiality:
Every judge signs a confidentiality agreement before reviewing a single entry. All submissions are treated with the strictest confidence.
If a judge has any personal or professional relationship with an entrant - they are immediately excused. Another panel member steps in. Your story is safe. Your entry is fair.
The Altitude Awards Journey
Entries Open
The entry form and entrant toolkit go live 21 May 2026. Members receive discount codes by email.
Entrant Webinar
Live webinar for all entrants - tips, Q&A, guidance from our team before entries close. Dates are TBA.
Entries Close
All entries and payments must be received. No extensions. Entries close on 2 August 2026.
Judging Period
Judging occurs in Two phases, finalists announced and then each submission is assessed and scored, During this time, all finalists receive a package of graphics and support for promoting their finalists status.
It important to ensure that you are attending the awards - points are deducted on finalists who are not attending the awards
A panel of five judges reviews every entry. All deliberations are confidential.
Finalists Announced
Finalists are announced on 7 August 2026 and contacted personally. Public announcement follows.
Gala Night
Join us on 12 September 2026 (7pm – 11pm) at LCC Venues, 424/458 Hoxton Park Rd, Prestons NSW 2170, Australia
The Gala - A Night Worth Showing Up For
The Altitude Awards Gala isn't a corporate dinner. It's a room full of women who've backed themselves - and the community that champions them.
Opportunity to promote your business in the goodie bag or donate to our raffle fundraiser on the night for charity.
Every finalist is celebrated on the night, not just the winners. Because we know that the act of entering, of telling your story, of putting your hand up - that takes courage. And courage deserves recognition.
Enter Now to be a Part of It
What Happens After the Night
The gala is the moment - but it's not the end.
Finalists and winners receive:
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A professionally designed winner or finalist badge for website, email signature, and social media
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Additional branded social tiles to share your result
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A feature opportunity in Brave Magazine - distributed to 2,500 subscribers
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Ongoing recognition in the Women with Altitude community
All entrants receive:
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Their full entrant toolkit (if not already accessed)
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A personal thank-you from our team
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Warm encouragement to enter again next year
The women who enter the Altitude Awards aren't just competing. They're joining a 14-year story of women who chose to be seen.
What Past Entrants Say
Entering the Altitude Awards gave me the confidence to own my story. Being recognised as a finalist opened doors I didn't even know existed.
Larissa Wright
The Wholistic Wellness Club
The process itself was transformative — it made me reflect on how far I've come. The visibility and connections have been the real prize.
Jade Forder
Creative Abyss
I was nominated by a colleague and almost didn't enter. I'm so glad I did. The recognition has genuinely helped grow my business.
Candace Coughlan
Wild Health Club
I'd been running my business for years but never felt like anyone noticed. The Altitude Awards changed that. The recognition gave me a platform — and the confidence to charge what I'm worth.
Kelly Wiseman
Our NeuroTribe
