City of Casey Business Awards 2026

This is a preview of the City of Casey Business Awards 2026 Application Form form. You will be able to start a submission when the round opens at 9:00AM 1 June 2026 (AEST)
 

Introduction

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City of Casey Business Awards 2026

The City of Casey is proud to present the Casey Business Awards 2026, a prestigious program that celebrates the innovation, dedication, and achievements of businesses across our vibrant and diverse community. This annual awards program honours the incredible efforts of local businesses—both large and small—who contribute to the economic, social, and environmental wellbeing of our city.

In 2026, we shine a spotlight on businesses making a real difference across seven key categories:

  • Excellence in Access and Inclusion

  • Excellence in Business Innovation

  • Excellence in Community and Partnership

  • Excellence in Customer Experience

  • Best Eco-Friendly Business

  • Best Micro Business

  • Best New Business

From these exceptional category winners, one will be chosen as the City of Casey Business of the Year.

 

Before you begin your application, you’ll be asked to complete a Pre-Application Checklist to confirm your eligibility, followed by a few Business Profile Questions. These questions help our Economic Development team better understand your business so we can offer tailored support beyond the Casey Business Awards. 

When you reach the Application Questions, you will be required to choose one category only to apply for. Please note that only one application per business can be submitted. There are seven questions in total, with two questions specifically aligned to your chosen category. Judging will be based on your responses to all seven questions.

We encourage you to take this opportunity to reflect thoughtfully on your business journey, achievements, goals, and strategic direction. This is your chance to showcase what makes your business stand out.
👉 Need help putting your best foot forward? Take a look at our top 10 tips on writing a winning application. 

You can pause your application at any stage and return to complete it later. Just be sure to submit your application before 11:59pm on Sunday, 5 July 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.

We wish you the very best with your application!

To learn more about how the City of Casey can support your business year-round, visit our dedicated business hub: businessincasey.com.au

Before You Begin – Confirm Your Eligibility

To ensure your time is well spent, please complete the eligibility questions below before proceeding with the application for the Casey Business Awards. It’s important to confirm your business meets the criteria before submitting an entry.

If you are unsure about any of the questions, or if you answer 'No' to any item, we recommend contacting the City of Casey Economic Development team for guidance at (03) 9705 5200 or via email at business@casey.vic.gov.au.

For more information about the 2026 Casey Business Awards, including eligibility requirements and selection criteria, please visit our dedicated business website: Business Awards – Backing Business in Casey.

Please Note: Most questions in this application form are mandatory and must be completed to successfully submit your entry. Mandatory questions are indicated with a red asterisk (*).

Are you a business? * Required
This includes self-employed and non-employing businesses. Businesses under administration, political groups, charities, community organisations, government agencies and schools are not eligible. Commercial schools can apply.
Are you located in the City of Casey local government area? * Required
To be eligible for these awards, your business must located in the City of Casey
Has your business been operating since 1 June 2025? * Required
To be eligible for these awards, your business must have been operating for a minimum of 12 months.
Do you hold an ABN and all relevant licences, permits and approvals required to operate the business? * Required
To be eligible for this grant, your business must have these.

If you answered 'No' to any of the above questions, your business may not be eligible to apply in the Casey Business Awards 2026.
Please contact the City of Casey Economic Development team on 9705 5200 to discuss your application or email business@casey.vic.gov.au.

The next step is for you to provide some details about your business.