The IMB Bank Illawarra Business Awards honor the ingenuity, resilience, and commitment exhibited by businesses throughout the Illawarra region.

A highlight of the Illawarra business calendar, entry into the awards program provides you with an opportunity to share your unique story, reflect on your business journey and bring recognition to the hard work and dedication of your team and those around you.

Our black-tie gala ceremony, to be held on Friday 13 September 2024, is the region's largest and most prestigious business event and brings the entire business community together for a night of celebration at the WIN Entertainment Centre.  

By engaging in the Business Awards, you not only stand a chance to receive recognition and enhance the visibility of your business but also join a community of like-minded individuals who share your zeal for success. Our panel of judges consists of industry experts endowed with a wealth of knowledge and experience, offering valuable feedback and insights that can propel your business to new heights. 


KEY 2024 PROGRAM DATES  

Entries Open: 2 May 2024
Entry Deadline: 5 June 2024
Finalists Announced: 31 July 2024
Finalist Interviews: 1 August - 21 August 2024
Black-tie Gala Ceremony: Friday 13 September 2024
NSW State Business Awards:  October 2024

Finalist Announcement Evening

Wednesday 31 July 2024 City beach Function Centre

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Business Illawarra invites you to join us as we celebrate the announcement of the 2024 IMB Bank Illawarra Business Awards finalists, with drinks and canapes on Wednesday 31 July at City Beach Function Centre, Wollongong. 

The judges scores are rolling in across all 15 categories, and now it’s time to register as we prepare to announce and celebrate our 2024 Illawarra Business Awards finalists.

We invite you to join us as we acknowledge the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals in our region, and we'll take this opportunity to congratulate everybody who entered and celebrate our finalists on progressing through to interview rounds of judging. 


2024 IMB Bank 
illawarra business awards SPONSORS

We would like to acknowledge the generosity of our partners, sponsors, and everyone who lends their support to bring together this important community event every year. 

Contact the Business Illawarra team at awards@businessillawarra.com to discuss your options.