Discounted entries to the Cannabiz Awards for Australia and New Zealand 2026 are available until tomorrow (Friday, May 22).
For the first time this year, nominations are invited for Best Use of Data, Wholesaler/Distributor of the Year and Campaigner of the Year, with 20 awards up for grabs in total:
Hemp Product of the Year
Cannabiz Award for Innovation
Best Use of Technology
Best Education/Engagement Initiative
Clinic of the Year
Dispensary/Pharmacy of the Year
Best Patient-Focused Initiative
Best Use of Data
Start-up/Launch of the Year
Cultivator of the Year
Manufacturer of the Year
Wholesaler/distributor of the Year
Best Place to Work
Best Industry Newcomer
Prescribing Healthcare Practitioner of the Year
Nurse of the Year
Cannabiz Award for Industry Collaboration
Campaigner of the Year
Business Leader of the Year
Company of the Year
Judging will take place in two stages, with the jurors reviewing the entries in the categories they are allocated and selecting a shortlist in stage one.
In the second stage, each jury of four will meet on a video call to discuss the shortlist before independently casting their votes for the winners.
To ensure the integrity of the program, jurors will not vote in categories where they have a direct interest or where there is another conflict.
The shortlist will be announced on June 18 with the awards presentation taking place in Melbourne on August 11, during the week of the ACannabis conference.
To make sure you’re in the running to win and to avoid the late-entry fee, get your entries in now.
Meanwhile, we are delighted to welcome Breathe Life Sciences as our latest awards sponsor. As photo booth partner, the firm will host one of an exclusive number of VIP tables during the presentation ceremony.
Deputy head of production Jake O’Shea said: “I’m proud that Breathe Life Sciences is supporting the upcoming Cannabiz Awards 2026, and we’re looking forward to another exciting evening celebrating the achievements, innovation, and continued growth of the Australian cannabis industry.
“The awards are a great chance to bring everyone in the industry together and celebrate with our partners, peers, and the people driving the market forward.
“It’s always a great evening recognising the businesses and individuals shaping the future of the sector. And of course, I’ll be there!”
For more information about awards partnerships and VIP tables, email denise@cannabiz.com.au.
