2026 Victorian Tourism Awards submission support

The Victorian Tourism Awards are your chance to showcase what makes your business exceptional.

Hosted annually by the Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC), the Awards honour business excellence, innovation and collaboration.

We are now seeking expressions of interest from tourism businesses wanting support to enter the 2026 Awards.

To assist, we’ve partnered with an experienced award writer and communications specialist with a strong passion for regional tourism. Eligible businesses will receive fully subsidised 1:1 support to guide you through the nomination process, including gathering required documentation and crafting a standout submission.

Key dates

• TMV Award submission support expressions of interest close: 17 December 2025
• Introductory meeting with award writer: February 2026
• Award nominations open: April 2026
• Draft submission preparation: March – July 2026
• Final Award submissions due: August 2026
• Award Finalists announced: October 2026
• Victorian Tourism Awards Gala Ceremony: November 2026 (held in Melbourne)
  

Please note, your business is responsible for submitting your nomination, uploading the final submission to the portal, and covering entry fees.

Am I eligible to access this support?
This opporuntity is avaliable to Tourism Midwest Victoria Industry Partners.

Questions?
For more information about the Awards, refer to FAQ below or visit Victorian Tourism Awards. To speak with someone about the submission process, please reach out to us at development@tourismmidwestvic.com.au