The CCV Gala Dinner and Awards Night is a premier celebration of excellence within Victoria’s club industry.

In 2026, clubs will be recognised across 18 award categories, showcasing their outstanding achievements and

individuals whose leadership, innovation, and community impact make clubs the heart of their communities.

2025-2024 FINALISTS & WINNERS

2024-2023 FINALISTS & WINNERS

Schedule of Key Dates:
Nominations Open	6 January 2026
Nominations Close	9 March 2026 at 11:59 PM
Preliminary Judging	11 March - 11 April 2026
Announcement of Finalists	17 April 2026
Gala Ticket Sales Open	17 April 2026
Final Assessment: Interviews & Site Visits	20 April - 20 May 2026
Gala Ticket Sales Deadline	19 June 2026
Gala Dinner & Awards Night	4 July 2026

Award Categories

The following award categories with ** will include a second judging stage, where finalists undergo site visits
and interviews, depending on the category requirements. Interviews will be conducted via Zoom, phone, or in person.

Sustainability, Innovation & Facilities - No Fee

Best Sustainability Initiative
Excellence in Innovation
Best Community Club Refurbishment (under $1M)
Best Community Club Redevelopment (over $1M)

Community Wellbeing - No Fee

Regional Mental & Social Wellbeing
Metro Mental & Social Wellbeing

Hospitality Excellence - No Fee

Regional Best Club Bistro/Restaurant **
Metro Best Club Bistro/Restaurant **
Best Hospitality Team

Sport, Experience & Member Engagement - No Fee

Sport and Entertainment Award
Best Member Experience

Leadership & Individual Contributions - No Fee

Emerging Young Community Leader (Under 25)
Club Person of the Year
Club Manager of the Year **

Social Impact & Collaboration - No Fee

Social Impact Award
Community Collaboration Award

Community Club of the Year - No Fee

Regional Community Club Award**
Metro Community Club Award**

AWARD CRITERIA

HOW TO NOMINATE & GUIDE

Judging Overview

The CCV Awards judging process is designed to ensure a fair, transparent, and thorough evaluation of all entries. Judges for the awards are industry experts and key stakeholders, bringing extensive experience and insight to the process. It begins with a preliminary judging phase, where submissions are carefully reviewed against established criteria.

Finalists then progress to the second round, which may include interviews and site visits to gain a deeper understanding of their achievements. The judging panel then deliberates to select the winners, who will be celebrated at the Gala Dinner. Each stage is conducted with integrity, recognising excellence, innovation, and outstanding contributions to Victoria’s club industry.