No changes to parking access

Our new free Pick Up and Drop Off zones for Terminals 1 (Qantas), 2 (International) and 3 (Virgin Australia) are now open in the T123 Transport Hub. There are no changes to T123 Car Park, car rental return, buses, shuttles or coaches, or Pick up for Uber, Taxi or rideshare. We know it's a big change but we have extra support available every step of the way.

The Melbourne Airport Excellence Awards recognises and rewards, inspires and celebrates the extraordinary accomplishments achieved by many dedicated individuals and organisations integral to running our 24/7 operation.

The awards program is open to individuals, organisations, contractors, suppliers, partners and volunteers. We welcome nominations from members of the Melbourne Airport community, as well as travellers and visitors to our airport.

The validity period is 1 October 2025 to 31 August 2026, demonstrating initiatives of excellence that take place within this period.

Winners will be announced at a glittering gala ceremony in November 2026. This is a highly anticipated celebration in honour of our airport community.

Nominations are now closed.

Key dates

31 August

Nominations close

Please contact the Excellence Awards team via email if you have any questions or need help submitting a nomination.

8 October

Finalists announced

Finalists will be announced on 8 October 2026 via this page. Check back then to see who will be celebrated at the gala ceremony!

19 November

Gala ceremony

Finalists are celebrated and winners announced at Melbourne Airport’s event of the year!

Highlights from the 2025 Excellence Awards gala ceremony