We’re thrilled to return to the Sofitel for this year’s ARCIA Annual Gala Dinner and Awards Night!

As always, the event is a night to network and to celebrate all that is the radio and critical communications sector. We invite you to join us with colleagues and friends for first-class food and entertainment.

Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Location: Sofitel Melbourne on Collins, 25 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
A limited number of rooms are available at the Sofitel on 14 October at our special negotiated rate — but only until sold out or 14 September. Book now >>
Time: 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm (Networking Drinks from 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm)

TICKET SALES CLOSE: Wednesday, 23 September 2026. Don't delay, book your tickets today and join us in celebrating your colleagues and peers!

During the 2026 Gala Dinner, we will take time to acknowledge and celebrate excellence in the radio and critical communications sector during the ARCIA Excellence Awards, where we recognise the achievement of outstanding individuals and organisations.
Anyone can nominate, but nominees must be current financial members of ARCIA, either individually or via the organisation they work for.

CLOSING DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: Friday, 18 September 2026, after which date no further nominations will be accepted.

ARCIA strongly encourages anyone directly involved with, or who has had dealings with radio and critical communications and is an ARCIA Member, to nominate a member company, project, or person for one of the categories listed below.

Local Manufacturing Award
Major Project Award
Emerging Talent Award
Small Business Award
Industry Innovation Award
Outstanding Critical Communications Project Award

Visit the ARCIA website for more information on the Gala Dinner Awards.

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Event Information

1) Questions about tickets and invoicing? Please contact us at accounts@arcia.org.au

2) Getting to the event: For taxi drop-offs, the venue address is 25 Collins Street 3000, MELBOURNE, Australia.

3) Accommodation options: Visit the Sofitel on Collins Website for accommodation options.

4) Dress Code: Dress as you please—think cocktail and formal wear.

5) Accessibility requirement: Contact Sofitel on Collins for specific needs at +61 3/96530000 and inform us at info@arcia.org.au.

6) Other questions: Contact info@arcia.org.au for queries, with responses within 3 working days.

7) Unable to attend? Please refrain from attending if you are unwell, it's ok to pass on your ticket to a friend or colleague, just let us know.

Cancellations can made up to 7 days before the event for a refund. Cancellations made after this time will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Attendees can transfer the ticket to another attendee's name or receive a refund with a medical certificate.

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