Adjudicator of the Year
Submission Guidelines
All submissions are to be completed on the online form available and address each question for the relevant award category. Answers to each submission question are limited to 250 words.
Each submission is to be accompanied by two written references from an independent third party in support of the submission. Other supporting documentation that is directly relevant to the submission (i.e. media coverage, statistics) may be provided and should be clearly referenced in the submission.
All submissions are treated in the strictest confidence. Access to submissions is restricted to ADC personnel administering the awards and the judging panel only.
Submission dates
All answers and supporting materials are to be uploaded by the closing date for submission at 5.00pm AEDT on 9 February 2026.
Submission Questions
This award recognises superior performance as an Australia based Adjudicator. It is open to individuals registered or accredited by a recognised Authorising Nominating Authority in any Australian state or territory.
Criteria: Submissions will be judged on responses to the following:
- Without divulging any confidential case information, outline work that has been undertaken in the past 12 months that demonstrates excellence in the area of adjudication.
- How have you managed the process, stakeholder expectations, legislative requirements, and challenges to ensure efficient proceedings?
- How has your work benefited the parties and your business, and set you apart in terms of impact on stakeholders and the community?
