The 2026 MCCC Business Awards

About the event

Business Award Nominations Now Open (Closing 21 April) 

Are you, or someone you know, a business owner in the City of Cockburn or City of Melville looking to be recognised for business excellence, leadership, or community impact?

The Melville Cockburn Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the City of Cockburn and the City of Melville to celebrate SMEs and community leaders driving innovation, growth, and impact across the region.  These awards recognise businesses and individuals who go above and beyond in their industries, demonstrate leadership in their communities, and contribute to a thriving local economy.

Nominations for the 2026 MCCC Business Awards are now open to all eligible businesses located in or operating within the City of Cockburn and the City of Melville. Businesses may nominate in one or more of the categories below by clicking on the relevant category and completing the online form.

All category winners will automatically be considered for the Business of the Year (Overall Excellence) Award. This prestigious award will be presented to the business that achieves the highest overall score across all entered categories, recognising outstanding excellence, leadership, and contribution to the community.

Industry Nomination Categories 

• Retail Excellence 
• Hospitality Star of the Year 
• Business & Professional Services Excellence 
• Workforce Development & Training Excellence 
• Health, Wellness & Medical Services 
• Tourism & Recreation Excellence 
• Industrial, Manufacturing & Export Excellence 
• Building, Construction & Engineering Excellence 
• Property Sales & Management Excellence 

Impact Nomination Categories 

• Sustainability & Environmental Impact  
• Accessible & Age-Friendly Business (Sponsored by City of Melville) 
• Innovation, Technology & Cyber (Sponsored by City of Cockburn) 
• First Nations Business Excellence 
• Entrepreneur of the Year (Sponsored by Murdoch University) 

Nominate your business or a business you admire by Monday 21 April. 

Looking to sponsor an award? 

Sponsoring an award highlights your business through promotion across MCCC, City of Melville and City of Cockburn channels, including social media, video content, local media, and event materials. 

Find out more: Sponsor the 2026 MCCC Business Awards 

Celebrate excellence across our region and book your gala tickets. Don’t miss the chance to be seen, celebrated, and connected at the region’s premier business awards.