Celebration Event
Friday 4 December 2026
Sheraton Grand Hyde Park, Sydney
Celebrating the People and Organisations Transforming HR in Australia
Bringing national recognition to those elevating the standards and impact of the HR profession
The AHRI Awards celebration event is where the HR community comes together to honour bold ideas, powerful leadership, and transformative workplace practices.
Celebrating individuals and organisations whose vision and impact are redefining the future of work.
Join us in Sydney on Friday 4 December as we celebrate excellence across the profession and announce this year’s award winners.
Award Categories
Individuals
Acknowledging the individuals whose leadership and impact are shaping the future of work across Australia.
Organisations
Recognising people-focused initiatives that drive real organisatonal transformation.
Scholarships
2026 Scholarships
AHRI Scholarships showcase innovative HR strategies that are reshaping workplace culture, performance and engagement.
The AHRI Scholarship
AHRI’s flagship scholarship recognises an individual committed to growing the HR body of knowledge and contributing to a better understanding of HR’s contribution and value.
2026 Scholarships
AHRI Scholarships showcase innovative HR strategies that are reshaping workplace culture, performance and engagement.
Meet the Host of Awards 2026
Yasmin London
Yasmin London is an international keynote speakers, event and podcast host, and the founder and CEO of First Movers Co. – a leadership consultancy redefining what it means to lead in a tech shaped world.
A former world champion athlete, NSW police officer, and technology director, Yasmin brings a rare combination of grit, empathy and real world expertise to the complex challenges of leadership, digital culture and human connection. Yasmin’s work sits at the intersection of technology, gender, youth and culture, and she is a trusted and sought after voice in national and international conversations on online safety, digital wellbeing and inclusive leadership. She consults with leading safety technology companies, advises governments on digital and social policy, and collaborates with major tech platforms to influence safer, more empowering online environments.
Yasmin is known for her straight talk, heart and practical strategy. Whether on stage, online or on-air, she blends compelling storytelling with brave, evidence based insights that inspire people to lead with courage and act with purpose.
Proudly supported by our Principal Partner
Venue Information
Location: 1 Hotel Melbourne
Address: 9 Maritime Place, Melbourne
Room: Ballroom – access is via the main hotel lobby – walk through the lobby towards the Crane Bar, then turn right and walk down the corridor to the pre-event space for welcome drinks. The friendly 1 Hotel staff can assist you with finding the event.
How to get there
Train: Closest station is Southern Cross, a ten-minute walk
Tram: Closest tram stop is South Wharf/Wurundjeri Way
Parking: Valet parking at the hotel charged at a day rate of $60 and an overnight rate of $75. Electric vehicle charging stations on site.
Self-parking available at nearby Nationwide Parking – World Trade Centre or Siddeley Street Care Park
Hotels
We have a special rate for the evening of the 4th December – please access via this link
Special rates start from $340 per night.
There are also several other hotels nearby including Crowne Plaza Melbourne, Quincy Hotel, Travelodge Hotel Docklands, and Quest Docklands Apartment hotel.
Accessibility
The hotel is step free and accessible. Service animals are welcome.
We will have a mobi lift available for anyone to use to access the stage if required.
FAQs
If you can’t find the answer you are looking for below, please don’t hesitate to get in touch and our team will be happy to assist with your query.
Yes, we do have discounts for tables, please contact [email protected] to book.
We aren’t able to confirm if you are the category winner until the award is announced during the ceremony.
Tables will be a maximum of ten guests. If your group is smaller than ten, additional delegates may be sat with you.
Yes, if you are unable to attend yourself, you may appoint someone to attend using your discount code and to accept the award on your behalf if you are announced the winner. Please reach out to [email protected] to arrange for us to swap your discount code.
Tickets are transferrable, so you may appoint someone else from your organisation to attend in your place. Refunds are generally not available within two weeks of registrations closing, as we have already incurred venue and catering costs. Please email [email protected] to discuss options available.
Yes, upon registration, you will be asked to nominate who you would like to sit with. If you are attending with an organisation, every effort will be made to seat you with your colleagues unless otherwise specified.
Yasmin London – Yasmin London is an international keynote speaker, event and podcast host, and the founder and CEO of First Movers Co. – a leadership consultancy redefining what it means to lead in a tech shaped world.
Smart Business.
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