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Oceania Best of Best Awards
Recognizing Pacific Excellence

Honoring excellence across Australia, New Zealand, and the wider Pacific — from Sydney harbour to Auckland to Fiji. The flagship recognition program for Pacific business and brand excellence.

14+
Regional Countries
10,000+
Nominations
200+
Categories
1,000+
Winners
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Recognition Captured

Moments from past Golden Tree Awards gala ceremonies in Dubai — winners, jury members, partners, and guests across our 17 award programmes.

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About the Awards

The global recognition platform for oceania best of best.

The Oceania Best of Best Awards is the dedicated recognition platform for Australia, New Zealand, and the broader Pacific region. From Sydney's financial and creative leadership to Auckland's emerging tech scene, from Melbourne's hospitality excellence to Wellington's design innovation, every major Pacific market is represented.

Our Oceania jury combines business leaders from Australia and New Zealand, regional industry executives, and senior figures from cross-Pacific business associations. We evaluate documented excellence within the regional context — recognizing what Pacific business excellence looks like.

Recognition through the Oceania Best of Best Awards is leveraged in domestic marketing, trans-Tasman brand building, and the international expansion that Pacific brands pursue. Submit your nomination for 2026.

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Eligibility

Who Can Participate?

Welcomes nominations from across the ecosystem. Self-nominations and third-party submissions both accepted.

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Hospitality Brands

Australian and New Zealand hotel groups, restaurants, and hospitality leaders.

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Real Estate

ANZ developers, brokers, and architecture practices.

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F

Financial Services

Australian and New Zealand banks, asset managers, and financial institutions.

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T

Technology

ANZ tech companies, fintech leaders, and digital innovators.

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Re

Retail Brands

Australian and New Zealand retail brands, fashion houses, and consumer brands.

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A

Agriculture & Wine

ANZ agricultural producers, wine houses, and food brands.

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E

Entrepreneurs

ANZ founders, family business leaders, and serial entrepreneurs.

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Luxury & Lifestyle

Australian and New Zealand luxury brands and lifestyle leaders.

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Industries Participating

Industries Covered

26 industries actively nominate in this award programme. Explore your industry to see all the relevant categories and sector-specific award listings.

Automobile

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Education & Training

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Real Estate / Construction

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Hotels & Resorts

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Electronics & Telecommunications

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Restaurant / F & B

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Manufacturing / Industries

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Marketing & Advertising

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Fitness & Health

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Aviation / Cruises / Yachts

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Entertainment & Sports

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Ecommerce / Online Portals

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Logistics & Transportation

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Govt Organisations

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Fragrance / Perfumes

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Health Care

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Agriculture / Farming

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Beauty & Cosmetics

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Finance

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Professional Service

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Retail

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Startups

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Technology

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Traders

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Travel & Tourism

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Spa & Wellness

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Golden Tree Awards gala ceremony
Nominations Open · 2025 / 2026

Ready to be recognized globally?

Join over 10,000 nominees from 100+ countries honoured at the Golden Tree Awards. Our independent, merit-based process ensures every winner truly deserves the recognition.

Countries Participating

14+ Countries Compete

Companies and organisations from 14+ countries actively participate. Nominate from your country and compete on the world stage at the Dubai gala.

AustraliaNew ZealandFijiPapua New GuineaSolomon IslandsVanuatuSamoaTongaKiribatiTuvaluNauruMarshall IslandsFederated States of MicronesiaPalau
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Annual Gala · Dubai · November 2026

Your moment on the global stage.

Winners are celebrated at an exclusive black-tie gala in Dubai attended by industry chiefs, ministers, and international media. Don't miss the deadline — submit your nomination today.

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Nominations Open

Recognition that travels.

Submit your nomination across any category. Independent jury evaluation, merit-based selection, global recognition at the Dubai gala.

Award Categories

Award Categories

A selection of categories. Full taxonomy spans city, country, regional, and world levels.

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Full Category Map

Browse All Award Categories

24 award categories spanning the full programme spectrum. Click any category to start your nomination — multiple categories per organisation are accepted.

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Why Participate

Recognition that creates commercial momentum.

An award is more than a trophy. It is a strategic credential that pays dividends in marketing, recruitment, partnerships, and brand valuation.

Global Recognition

Reach audiences in over a hundred countries through our media partnerships and winner-network amplification.

International PR Exposure

Featured coverage across trade and lifestyle publications. Direct introductions to journalists covering your category.

Brand Credibility

Independently audited recognition gives buyers, partners, and stakeholders measurable confidence in your standards.

Marketing Advantage

Unlimited use of the official winner logo across your website, marketing collateral, brochures, signage, and ad creative.

Social Media Amplification

Your winning story is shared with our global followership and packaged for your own social channels.

Networking Opportunities

Direct introductions to fellow honorees, jury members, and senior industry figures at the gala and beyond.

Investor & Partner Confidence

External validation that supports fundraising conversations and partnership outreach.

Employer Branding

Recognition strengthens recruitment, retention, and the morale of teams who built the work being honored.

Premium Market Positioning

The Golden Tree credential signals a tier above peers — particularly powerful in saturated markets.

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Selection Process

Transparent. Merit-based. Independently audited.

Five steps from nomination to recognition. No shortcuts. No pay-to-win. No exceptions.

— Step 01

Nomination

Submit your nomination form with details, supporting documentation, and category selections. Start now →

— Step 02

Internal Review

Our research team verifies eligibility, authenticates documentation, and confirms category fit.

— Step 03

Jury Evaluation

An international panel of industry experts scores each shortlisted nominee against published criteria.

— Step 04

Winner Selection

Scores are audited and aggregated. Category winners are determined and confidentially notified.

— Step 05

Gala Ceremony

Winners are honored on stage at the annual gala in Dubai — attended by industry leaders and global media.

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Annual Gala · 14 November 2026

Stand on the Dubai stage as a global winner.

Black-tie gala. International jury. Senior industry leaders, trade press, and global media in attendance. Your moment of recognition.

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Winner Package

What Winners Receive

Every winner receives a comprehensive recognition package designed for maximum brand leverage.

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Custom-Engraved Trophy

The Golden Tree trophy — a recognized symbol of industry achievement, custom-engraved with winner details.

02

Winner Plaque

Premium display plaque for your property, office reception, or showroom — built to last decades.

03

Winner's Medal

Personal medal presented at the Dubai gala ceremony — a keepsake for the executive accepting the recognition.

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Digital Certificate & Badge

Official certificate and digital badge for use on your website, email signatures, and social media.

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Winner Logo Usage

Unlimited license to display the official winner logo across all marketing collateral, ads, and OTAs.

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Media Promotion

Featured promotion across our official channels and shared with our global trade-media network.

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Press Release Support

Template press release and PR guidance to help you amplify the recognition through your own channels.

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Winner Spotlight Feature

A dedicated profile on goldentreeawards.com/winners that drives ongoing search and referral traffic.

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Gala Invitation

Two complimentary tickets to the annual Dubai gala — black-tie celebration with industry leaders.

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Competition Levels

Compete at every level of recognition.

From your home city to the global stage — pick the level that fits your ambition.

— City Level

City Level

Compete against peers in your city and earn local distinction.

Example Categories
  • Best in Sydney
  • Best in Melbourne
  • Best in Auckland
— Country Level

Country Level

National competition to prove excellence across your country.

Example Categories
  • Best Brand in Australia
  • Best Brand in New Zealand
  • Best Brand in Fiji
— Regional Level

Regional Level

Showcase regional leadership on a continental stage.

Example Categories
  • Best Hotel — Oceania
  • Best Restaurant — ANZ
  • Best Bank — Pacific
— World Level

World Level

The global stage reserved for the world's top award winners.

Example Categories
  • Oceania Hotel of the Year
  • Oceania CEO of the Year
  • Oceania Brand of the Year
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Annual Gala Ceremony

The Dubai stage. The night excellence is named.

A black-tie celebration attended by industry executives, ministers, trade press, and the most celebrated names across our award programs. Held at one of Dubai's signature venues — a night of red carpet arrivals, networking, fine dining, and the moment your category winner is announced.

Date & Time
Saturday, 14 November 2026
5:00pm – 11:00pm
Location
Westin Marina Hotel
Dubai, UAE
Dress Code
Black Tie
Format
Awards · Dinner · Networking
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Inside the Experience

Relive past Golden Tree galas.

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Industry Insights

Why Oceania Best of Best Awards Captures Pacific Excellence

Australia and New Zealand have built some of the world's most respected brands, financial institutions, and lifestyle companies — often punching well above their population weight in global recognition. Yet recognition programs covering the Pacific region have historically been limited or industry-specific.

The Oceania Best of Best Awards exists to provide the dedicated regional platform that Australian, New Zealand, and Pacific Island businesses deserve.

For trans-Tasman brands

Many Australian and New Zealand brands operate across the Tasman, building presence in both markets. Our pan-Oceania categories evaluate these brands as the regional players they are.

For Australian global brands

Australian brands have built increasingly global presence — from luxury hotels to wine houses to financial services. Regional recognition supports the broader international positioning that these brands pursue.

For Pacific Islands

Fiji's tourism economy, Papua New Guinea's resource sector, Samoa's emerging brands — our dedicated Pacific Islands categories ensure smaller-market excellence receives appropriate recognition.

Submit your nomination for the Oceania Best of Best Awards 2026 today.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about nominations.

Have a question we haven't answered? Our team responds within one business day.

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Which countries are included in Oceania?

Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, and the wider Pacific region.

Are Australian-headquartered global brands eligible?

Yes. Companies headquartered anywhere in Oceania compete across appropriate categories.

Is the award merit-based?

Yes — entirely.

Are Pacific Island brands recognized alongside ANZ?

Yes. Dedicated Pacific Islands categories ensure smaller-market players are honored.

Are individual leaders eligible?

Yes. Oceania CEO, Female Leader, and Entrepreneur categories run alongside brand recognitions.

What does the winner package include?

Custom trophy, plaque, medal, digital certificate, official logo, media promotion, gala invitation.

How long is evaluation?

Three to four months.

Are newly launched brands eligible?

Yes. Emerging-brand and rising-star categories.

Award Ceremony Highlights

Inside the Dubai gala.

Press play to experience the Golden Tree Awards ceremony — winners on stage, the red carpet, and the moments that follow a year of nominations.

Behind the Scenes — Production
Featured · Gala Highlight Reel

Behind the Scenes — Production

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Gala Highlight Reel — 2024 Dubai Edition

Gala Highlight Reel — 2024 Dubai Edition

Winners Announcement & Red Carpet

Winners Announcement & Red Carpet

Best Moments from the Gala Stage

Best Moments from the Gala Stage

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One Step From Recognition

Ready to Get Recognized Globally?

Join leading organizations and leaders competing on the world's most respected merit-based award platform. The form takes fifteen minutes.

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Questions about your nomination?

Speak directly with our team. We respond within one business day.

Direct Application

Or start your nomination now.

The online nomination form takes approximately fifteen minutes. Your assigned coordinator will follow up within one business day with category recommendations and documentation guidance.

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Winner Voices

Real winners. Real recognition.

Past honourees on the impact of recognition on their brand, partnerships and team. Videos play inline — no popups, no redirects.

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