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
THE PEOPLE HAVE SPOKEN
HERE ARE THE FINALISTS FOR THE POWER FOR THE LENS
- THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE KENNEDY AWARDS DINNER PRESENTATION ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
Gera Kazakov
Cop hugs grieving woman during riot outside Alice Springs hospital
NT News
Banjo McLachlan
Documenting The Unthinkable: Coming face-to-face with the Bondi Beach terrorists
Daily Mail
Marina Neil
Surging Sergis Soars
Newcastle Herald
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