The 2025 AIOP Awards & Gala Dinner
October 20, 2025, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
InterContinental Sydney Double Bay 33 Cross Street, Double Bay, New South Wales 2028, Australia
InterContinental Sydney Double Bay 33 Cross Street, Double Bay, New South Wales 2028, Australia
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2025 AIOP Gala Dinner & Awards,
on Monday 20th October, 6:30 – 9:30 PM at the stunning InterContinental Double Bay, Sydney.
This prestigious event honours the outstanding achievements of Australia’s admin and executive support professionals those who lead with excellence, innovation, and impact. Enjoy a three-course dinner, drinks package, exciting prizes, and the opportunity to celebrate alongside industry peers.
Whether you're cheering on a colleague, celebrating a nomination, or simply want to be part of a night that elevates the profession, this is the event not to be missed. Limited tickets available - secure your seat today and be part of this powerful celebration of our admin community.
on Monday 20th October, 6:30 – 9:30 PM at the stunning InterContinental Double Bay, Sydney.
This prestigious event honours the outstanding achievements of Australia’s admin and executive support professionals those who lead with excellence, innovation, and impact. Enjoy a three-course dinner, drinks package, exciting prizes, and the opportunity to celebrate alongside industry peers.
Whether you're cheering on a colleague, celebrating a nomination, or simply want to be part of a night that elevates the profession, this is the event not to be missed. Limited tickets available - secure your seat today and be part of this powerful celebration of our admin community.
About the AIOP Awards
The Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP) is the only national industry body representing administrative and office professionals across Australia. With a legacy spanning over 60 years, AIOP is dedicated to advancing the profession through advocacy, professional development, networking, and national recognition.
As the voice of the industry, AIOP empowers its members to lead, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving workplace, fostering excellence and elevating the visibility and value of admin professionals at every level.
The Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP) Awards are a prestigious annual event celebrating excellence, innovation, and impact within the admin and executive support profession across Australia. This special moment recognises the individuals who go above and beyond, demonstrating innovation, leadership, and impact in their roles and organisations. It’s a celebration of excellence, dedication, and the future of our profession.
Whether it’s a colleague who always goes above and beyond, or it’s finally time to recognise your own impact, this is your chance.
We proudly encourage both peer nominations and self-nominations because no one knows your journey like you do. These awards celebrate the incredible talent, dedication, and innovation across our profession. So don’t wait, nominate someone who deserves the spotlight. And yes, that includes you.
Let’s applaud the nominees, cheer on the winners, and honour the incredible contributions of our admin community.
As the voice of the industry, AIOP empowers its members to lead, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving workplace, fostering excellence and elevating the visibility and value of admin professionals at every level.
The Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP) Awards are a prestigious annual event celebrating excellence, innovation, and impact within the admin and executive support profession across Australia. This special moment recognises the individuals who go above and beyond, demonstrating innovation, leadership, and impact in their roles and organisations. It’s a celebration of excellence, dedication, and the future of our profession.
Whether it’s a colleague who always goes above and beyond, or it’s finally time to recognise your own impact, this is your chance.
We proudly encourage both peer nominations and self-nominations because no one knows your journey like you do. These awards celebrate the incredible talent, dedication, and innovation across our profession. So don’t wait, nominate someone who deserves the spotlight. And yes, that includes you.
Let’s applaud the nominees, cheer on the winners, and honour the incredible contributions of our admin community.
Award Categories
The AIOP Awards have been celebrating excellence for more than 60 years - and now it’s your turn to be part of that legacy.
Know someone amazing and deserving in your professional sphere? Or maybe it’s you (go on, claim it!)
Choose from a variety of categories. Submit a nomination in just a few minutes.
It’s quick, it’s easy it's free, AND most importantly - it’s a chance to celebrate the outstanding talent in our industry. This years categories are:
Emerging Leader in Executive Support
Recognising a high-performing admin professional early in their career who demonstrates exceptional potential, strong business acumen, and a proactive approach to executive support. They are already showing signs of future leadership and strategic value to your organisation.
Virtual Business Support Professional of the Year
For an outstanding remote-based admin professional, such as a Virtual Assistant or Online Business Manager, whose reliability, communication, and results directly support business growth and operational excellence in a virtual environment.
Community Engagement & Advocacy Award
Awarded to an admin professional who goes beyond their role to strengthen workplace culture or uplift the admin profession. Whether through mentoring, championing initiatives, or building community, they are a positive and visible force for engagement and connection.
Innovation in Administrative Excellence Award
Recognising an individual who has introduced new tools, systems, or processes that have significantly improved productivity, communication, or efficiency within your organisation. Their forward-thinking approach helps future-proof your business.
Team Impact Award
Judges will be looking for examples of strong collaboration, measurable impact on business outcomes, and alignment with organisational goals. Nominations should highlight how the team has contributed to culture, innovation, or operational excellence, and how they’ve shown adaptability, initiative, and collective leadership in their approach.
Workplace Inclusion Advocate Award
For an admin professional who actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in your workplace. Their actions, whether formal or informal, contribute to a more inclusive, respectful, and empowered environment.
Excellence in Event & Operations Coordination
Awarded to an admin whose planning and delivery of events, meetings, or operational activities are executed with exceptional attention to detail, alignment to business goals, and a seamless experience for stakeholders.
Excellence in Mentorship & Team Leadership
For an admin who uplifts others, shares expertise, and invests in developing talent. Their leadership strengthens the capabilities of those around them and contributes to a collaborative and high-performing workplace.
and the main event...
2025 AIOP Office Professional of the Year Award
The most prestigious accolade in Australia’s admin profession. This award honours an individual whose performance, professionalism, and leadership set the benchmark for excellence. They are not only indispensable to your business, they are shaping the future of the profession. Their strategic impact, integrity, and consistent delivery at the highest level make them truly exceptional.
Nominations close 5PM AEST, Fri 19 September 2025.
Best part - it’s free to nominate!
For more information or to express interest in the upcoming awards, you can contact AIOP at [email protected].
Location
InterContinental Double Bay | 33 Cross Street, Double Bay, Sydney, NSW
We’re thrilled to be hosting this year’s AIOP Awards & Gala Dinner at the InterContinental Double Bay, an elegant bayside retreat that exudes sophistication and charm. Nestled in one of Sydney’s most picturesque neighbourhoods, this stunning venue offers beautifully designed spaces, abundant natural light, and a touch of coastal elegance. It’s the perfect setting for an evening of celebration, networking, and honouring the outstanding achievements of administrative professionals. Join us for a night to remember in a location that truly enhances the prestige of the occasion.
Parking Options
1. Valet Parking | Cost: AUD $80 per day | Includes: In/out privileges
2. Self-Parking | Location: Wilsons Parking adjacent to the hotel | Cost: Typically lower than valet (exact rate may vary) | Includes: In/out privileges if arranged through the hotel.
3. EV Charging | Availability: 3 charging stations on-site
4. Accessible Parking | Flat terrain, curb cuts, and designated accessible spaces with ramp access to all hotel facilities.
Public Transport:
Train: Take a train to Edgecliff Station. From Edgecliff it's a 12-minute walk.
Bus: Buses that stop near the hotel include 323, 324, 325, 326, 327. These run from the CBD and surrounding suburbs directly to Double Bay.
Ferry: Take the F9 ferry to Double Bay Wharf from Circular Quay. The hotel is just a few minutes' walk.
Parking:
1. Valet Parking | Cost: AUD $80 per day
2. Self-Parking | Location: Wilsons Parking adjacent to the hotel
3. EV Charging | Availability: 3 charging stations on-site
4. Accessible Parking | Flat terrain, curb cuts, and designated accessible spaces with ramp access to all hotel facilities.
Don't miss out.
Purchase your tickets by Monday the 13th of October. We look forward to seeing you there.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
This event wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our sponsors.
Your commitment to the admin profession enables us to create unforgettable experiences, foster new connections, and celebrate the remarkable achievements of administrative professionals across the country. Thank you for supporting our community and helping us bring the AIOP Awards and Gala Dinner to life - one conversation, celebration, and connection at a time.
Your commitment to the admin profession enables us to create unforgettable experiences, foster new connections, and celebrate the remarkable achievements of administrative professionals across the country. Thank you for supporting our community and helping us bring the AIOP Awards and Gala Dinner to life - one conversation, celebration, and connection at a time.
AIOP Awards Terms & Conditions
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to all nominations submitted for the AIOP Awards (“Awards”) facilitated by the Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP) (“Organiser”). By submitting a nomination, nominators and nominees (“Entrants”) agree to be bound by the following:
1. Contact Information
All enquiries relating to this program should be directed to:
Australian Institute of Office Professionals
Australian Institute of Office Professionals
PO Box 182, Waratah, NSW, 2298
2. Eligibility
2. Eligibility
2.1 Entry is open to individuals aged 18 years and over who are legal residents of Australia or the APAC region and employed in an administrative, executive support, or office professional role.
2.2 Employees of AIOP and individuals directly involved in judging or administering the Awards are not eligible to enter.
2.2 Employees of AIOP and individuals directly involved in judging or administering the Awards are not eligible to enter.
3. Entry Process
3.1 Nominations must be submitted via the official online entry form by 5:00pm AEST on 19 September 2025.
3.2 All required fields must be completed in full. Incomplete, illegible, or late entries may be deemed invalid at the sole discretion of the Organiser.
3.3 Self-nominations and third-party nominations are accepted.
3.2 All required fields must be completed in full. Incomplete, illegible, or late entries may be deemed invalid at the sole discretion of the Organiser.
3.3 Self-nominations and third-party nominations are accepted.
4. Judging and Selection
4.1 All valid nominations will be reviewed and assessed by a panel of judges appointed by the Organiser.
4.2 Judging criteria will be determined by the Organiser and may include leadership, initiative, performance, and impact.
4.3 The Organiser reserves the right to verify the eligibility and authenticity of nominations.
4.4 All judging decisions are final and binding. No correspondence or appeals will be entered into.
4.5 The Chair of the Judges holds the authority to veto final judging outcomes if deemed necessary to uphold the integrity of the awards.
4.6 The judging panel reserves the right not to present an award in any category if no entry is deemed to meet the required standard of excellence.
4.2 Judging criteria will be determined by the Organiser and may include leadership, initiative, performance, and impact.
4.3 The Organiser reserves the right to verify the eligibility and authenticity of nominations.
4.4 All judging decisions are final and binding. No correspondence or appeals will be entered into.
4.5 The Chair of the Judges holds the authority to veto final judging outcomes if deemed necessary to uphold the integrity of the awards.
4.6 The judging panel reserves the right not to present an award in any category if no entry is deemed to meet the required standard of excellence.
5. Awards and Prizes
5.1 Winners will be announced at the AIOP Admin Awards event on 30 October 2025 and/or via email and social media.
5.2 Prizes or recognition awarded are not exchangeable, transferable, or redeemable for cash unless otherwise stated.
5.3 The Organiser accepts no liability for any variation in prize value or availability.
5.4 Failure to accept an award or prize at the stipulated time may result in forfeiture of the award or prize.
5.2 Prizes or recognition awarded are not exchangeable, transferable, or redeemable for cash unless otherwise stated.
5.3 The Organiser accepts no liability for any variation in prize value or availability.
5.4 Failure to accept an award or prize at the stipulated time may result in forfeiture of the award or prize.
6. Publicity and Consent
6.1 By entering, Entrants consent to the Organiser using their name, photograph, nomination details, and likeness for promotional and media purposes without compensation, including on websites, social media, print, and event materials.
6.2 Entrants agree that any materials submitted may be edited or adapted for use by the Organiser at its discretion.
6.2 Entrants agree that any materials submitted may be edited or adapted for use by the Organiser at its discretion.
7. Privacy
7.1 All personal information collected will be handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Organiser’s Privacy Policy.
7.2 Entrants may request access to or correction of their personal information by contacting [email protected].
8. Disqualification and Withdrawal
8.1 The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify any Entrant who it reasonably believes has breached these Terms, provided false information, or engaged in unlawful or improper conduct.
8.2 The Organiser may remove or withdraw an award at any time if later evidence suggests misconduct or ineligibility.
8.2 The Organiser may remove or withdraw an award at any time if later evidence suggests misconduct or ineligibility.
9. Liability and Indemnity
9.1 To the extent permitted by law, the Organiser is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury suffered as a result of participation in the Awards or acceptance of any prize.
9.2 Entrants agree to release and indemnify the Organiser from any claims arising from their participation in the Awards.
9.2 Entrants agree to release and indemnify the Organiser from any claims arising from their participation in the Awards.
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