THE 2026 KENNEDY x CALILE GETAWAY OR BATHURST EXPERIENCE -
CHANCE -TO -WIN
Support the next generation of Australian journalists and you could win one of two incredible prizes! First prize is a luxurious two-night escape for two at the award-winning The Calile Hotel, valued at $7,770, while second prize is an unforgettable Repco Bathurst 1000 experience at Mount Panorama, valued at $1,800.
Every ticket purchased helps fund the Kennedy Foundation Scholarship Program, creating life-changing opportunities for emerging journalists.
Tickets: 1 for $35 || 2 for $55 || 4 for $100
Winners drawn at the 2026 Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner -August 21
Every image tells a story—but only one can win The Power of the Lens – The People's Choice Award.
Browse this year's extraordinary collection of finalist photographs from all three Kennedy photographic categories – News Photography, Sports Photography and Portrait Photography. These remarkable images capture the defining moments, emotions and personalities that shaped the past year in Australia.
Vote for the single photograph that moved you, inspired you or simply took your breath away. The image receiving the most public votes will be crowned the winner of The Power of the Lens – The People's Choice Award at the 2026 Kennedy Awards.
One vote per person. Make your vote count.
Voting Is Quick and Easy
To keep the Power of the Lens – People’s Choice Award fair and ensure every person gets just one vote, voters are required to create a simple login before casting their vote.
It only takes a moment:
Create your login in the voting portal.
Browse all 61 incredible images across News, Sport and Portrait.
Select your ONE favourite image.
That’s it! Your vote is recorded — simply log out and you’re all done.
There are no scores to give and no lengthy forms to complete. One voter. One image. One vote.
Voting closes Thursday, 14 August, so jump in, choose the image that speaks to you and make your vote count!
VOTING CLOSES FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 AT MIDNIGHT
Tickets Now On Sale for the 2026 Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner
Join us for Australian journalism's night of nights as we celebrate the finalists and announce the winners of the 2026 Kennedy Awards.
The Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner brings together journalists, editors, photographers, producers, media leaders and industry supporters from across Australia for an unforgettable evening recognising excellence in journalism across all platforms.
Friday, 21 August 2026
Royal Randwick, Sydney
Tickets are $275 per person, with individual tickets and tables available. Whether you're supporting a finalist, celebrating with colleagues or simply passionate about great journalism, we'd love to welcome you.
Secure your place today and join us as we honour the stories, the storytellers and the journalism that has helped shape our nation.
The Foundation
Celebrating Excellence in Australian Journalism
The Kennedy Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to championing Australian journalism. Through our prestigious national media awards, scholarship and mentoring programs, and charitable support for media professionals in need, we celebrate, support, and strengthen the industry.
The Kennedy Awards: Australian Media’s Night of Nights
Since their inception in 2013, the Kennedy Awards have become the most prestigious event in Australian journalism, recognising the finest reporters, photographers, and media professionals.
In 2024, we received over 1,000 award entries, with 104 of the nation’s leading media professionals serving as judges. With 37 award categories, the Kennedys continue to honour excellence, uphold press freedom, and inspire future generations of journalists.
A Voice for the Future of Journalism
Beyond the awards, the Kennedy Foundation fosters a strong and independent media through:
Scholarship & Mentoring Programs – Empowering the next generation of journalists.
Charitable Support – Helping media professionals and their families in times of hardship.
The Kennedy Media Club – Hosting events, discussions, and debates with industry leaders.
We are committed to diversity, ethics, and the pursuit of truth—values that strengthen democracy and public trust in journalism.
Join Us
Be part of a foundation that celebrates the past, present, and future of Australian media. Whether you're a journalist, sponsor, or supporter of press freedom, we invite you to connect, contribute, and champion excellence in journalism with us.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@kennedyfoundation.org.au
Phone
+61 423 363 725
Photo Credit: Salty Dingo