Kennedy Awards for Excellence in Journalism

Kennedy Awards for Excellence in Journalism Awards for news professionals in Australia's most competitive media markets, raising funds for colleagues in hardship via the Kennedy Foundation

The Kennedy Awards for Excellence in Journalism recognises and celebrates the quality of news breaking, storytelling and creativity in the metropolitan and regional media throughout Australia. What began as a NSW awards has evolved into a national event, shaped by the entrants, recipients and a growing industry profile.

✨Our Kennedy Chance-to-Win is now open! ✨ This year's incredible prizes include:➡ a 2-night luxury getaway for two at Br...
05/08/2026

✨Our Kennedy Chance-to-Win is now open! ✨ This year's incredible prizes include:

➡ a 2-night luxury getaway for two at Brisbane's iconic Calile Hotel, valued at $7770

➡ a 4 VIP Bathurst 1000 Experience featuring paddock access, a pit lane walk and behind-the-scenes tour, valued at $1800

Every ticket purchased helps support the Kennedy Foundation's Scholarship Program, creating opportunities for Australia's next generation of journalists while giving you the chance to take home an unforgettable prize.

🔗Get your tickets here: https://www.raffletix.com.au/kennedyfoundation2026

Voting is now officially open for the 📸 Power of the Lens – People's Choice Award. The award showcases finalists across ...
04/08/2026

Voting is now officially open for the 📸 Power of the Lens – People's Choice Award.

The award showcases finalists across all three photographic categories- News, Sport and Portrait -and the winning image will be decided by you!

It's your opportunity to recognise the photograph that captured the moment and meant something to you. One vote per person! 🔗Vote here: https://kennedys.awardsplatform.com/entry/vote/oORlrLmG

The finalists are in, now let's celebrate!Join us for the 2026 Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner📅 Friday 21 August 2026...
01/08/2026

The finalists are in, now let's celebrate!

Join us for the 2026 Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner
📅 Friday 21 August 2026
📍 Royal Randwick, Sydney

A night for Australia's media industry to come together and celebrate the stories that have shaped our nation. Tickets are limited - book early!

Get your tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/the-2026-kennedy-awards-presentation-dinner

📸 Photos by Salty Dingo

✨The wait is over ✨After months of outstanding entries, an extraordinary national judging process, and countless hours o...
31/07/2026

✨The wait is over ✨

After months of outstanding entries, an extraordinary national judging process, and countless hours of deliberation by more than 110 of Australia's most respected journalists and media professionals, we are proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 Kennedy Awards and the Kennedy Scholarships.

Thank you to everyone who submitted entries, your work reminds us all why great journalism is so important.

🔗Meet your 2026 Kennedy Finalists here: https://bit.ly/3TmgMhl

We are delighted to announce that University of Sydney has joined the Kennedy Awards as the official sponsor of the Outs...
29/07/2026

We are delighted to announce that University of Sydney has joined the Kennedy Awards as the official sponsor of the Outstanding Student Journalist Award.

The Outstanding Student Journalist Award recognises the remarkable work being produced by Australia's university journalism students. It provides an important national platform for emerging reporters as they begin their careers in an increasingly dynamic media landscape.

2026 Awards finalists will be announced this Friday! Stay tuned 👀

20/07/2026

2025 Kennedy Scholarship recipient Sabrine Nasri reflects on her time with 9 News Sydney. Now an Associate Multimedia Producer at 9News, Sabrine's experience is a prime example of how the Kennedy Scholarship supports young journalists early in their careers.

➡ This year's 2026 Kennedy Scholarship finalists will be announced on July 31st, and winners will be announced at the Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner on Friday, August 21.

14/07/2026

2025 Kennedy Scholarship recipient, Sarah Jensz, reflects on her internship with 7News, which has led her to her new role in Canberra, also with 7News. The Kennedy Scholarship supports the next generation of journalists as they embark on their journey to becoming tomorrow's media leaders.✨

The 2026 Kennedy Scholarship finalists will be announced on July 31st, and winners will be announced at the Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner on Friday, August 21. Stay tuned! 📣

Read Ariel Bogle's interview with us on how her interest in technology drove her career in journalism and being part of ...
07/07/2026

Read Ariel Bogle's interview with us on how her interest in technology drove her career in journalism and being part of a team that won the 2025 Kennedy Award for Digital Innovation for their entry called 'Leaving Gaza.'

➡ Read full interview🔗 https://kennedyfoundation.org.au/thekennedyinterviews/ariel-bogle

Entries have closed! ➡ Judges are now going through all the submissions and all finalists are due to be announced on Fri...
06/07/2026

Entries have closed! ➡ Judges are now going through all the submissions and all finalists are due to be announced on Friday, July 31st via our website. In the days after that, finalists will be advised via email. Winners are then announced at the Kennedy Awards Dinner Presentation on Friday, August 21.

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