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SEEK TALENT ACQUISITION RECOGNITION AWARDS

The STAR Awards acknowledge excellence in talent acquisition in Australia and celebrate the integral role individuals and talent teams play in the success of their organisations.

Congratulations to the 2025 STAR Awards winners and finalists! Stay tuned, 2026 dates will be announced in the coming months.

Key dates

Wednesday 2 July, 2025

Submissions open at 9am AEST

Friday 29 August, 2025

Submissions close at 11:59pm AEST

Wednesday 3 December, 2025

Finalists announced

Thursday 26 March, 2026

Winners revealed at our gala event in Melbourne

Why enter the STAR Awards?

Recognition

Be seen by your organisation and peers, and showcase your capabilities.

Insight

Learn how the best in industry operate and handle challenges.

Connection

Network with other finalists and celebrate success.

About the STAR Awards

Each day, talent acquisition professionals around Australia work with dedication and drive to build and better their organisations. The STAR Awards will highlight this outstanding work, with a celebration at a gala event in early 2026.

Next steps

How the process works

See the categories included in the awards, information on the judging process, and the criteria that will be used to determine STAR Award winners.

How to prepare

Want to know what makes a great entry? Here's everything you need to know about how to prepare your STAR Awards submission.