Entry Process

Get a head start on your submission.

How to Enter

You must complete a submission through our online system, accessed here

You can create an account or log in with your details from last year. Your log-in details can then be shared with your team so anyone contributing to the submission can access the platform throughout the nominations period. You can save your progress as you go!

Entry Process

  1. Look at the Award Categories, criteria and FAQ’s.
  2. Entries open Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
  3. Complete your award submission online at udiavic.awardsplatform.com by Friday, 22 May 2026.
  4. Our independent judging panel will review all submissions and announce shortlisted entrants in July.
  5. Onsite project category judging – August 2026
  6. Leadership category judging – August 2026
  7. Winners will be announced at the UDIA Victoria Awards Ceremony – Friday 27 November 2026.

2026 Key Dates

Tuesday, 10 February

Awards Submissions Open

Friday, 22 May

Submissions Close at 5pm

July

Shortlisted entrants announced

Friday 27 November

UDIA Awards Ceremony

Submission Fees

Early Bird UDIA Victoria Awards Project Entry

$1100 inc GST per submission

UDIA Victoria Awards Leadership Entry

$220 inc GST per submission