Invitation to Submit Entries for The Best of Australia Small Business Awards


The organisers of The Best of Australia Small Business Awards by BASA Awards® are delighted to announce the launch of the 2025 awards season, inviting small businesses to showcase their outstanding achievements. Dedicated to recognising the incredible contributions of small businesses across Australia, the awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and the significant positive impact these businesses have on their communities.

Entries for The Best of Australia Small Business Awards are open until 20 August 2025. Small businesses from all industries and backgrounds are encouraged to participate. This prestigious platform provides entrepreneurs with a unique opportunity to highlight their success stories and demonstrate their contributions to the Australian business ecosystem.

Anna Stella, President of the BASA Awards®, encapsulates the mission of the awards, stating: Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. They drive innovation, create jobs, and enhance our communities, yet they often go unrecognised. The Best of Australia Small Business Awards is dedicated to changing that by shining a well-deserved spotlight on their remarkable achievements.

Who Can Enter the Awards

The awards are open to all successful small businesses that are founded and based in Australia. Participants can showcase their business excellence through innovative strategies, impactful initiatives, or exceptional growth. With six distinctive tracks and more than 150 award categories available, small business owners have ample opportunities to highlight their strengths and stand out in their respective industries.

The BASA Awards® Judging Panel: The BASA Awards® upholds a strict commitment to fairness and transparency. All entries are assessed by an esteemed panel of independent industry experts, ensuring that each submission is judged purely on merit, free from external influence.

Stella further reinforces the importance of the judging process: Ensuring integrity in our awards is paramount. We recognise the dedication and hard work that small businesses put into their success, and we take pride in offering a fair and unbiased platform where every entry is given the recognition it deserves.

Exciting News

The Best in Business 2026 Book Submissions Open on 2 April! In addition to the awards, BASA Awards® is thrilled to introduce The Best in Business 2026 Book, an esteemed publication from Ocotillo Wells, that will feature some of the most inspiring and innovative small businesses in Australia. Submissions open on 2 April, and participation is completely free. To be considered, businesses must enter the BASA Awards, complete the separate book submission form, sign the publishing agreement, and respond promptly to editorial team requests. There are no costs or minimum book copy purchases required—this is a unique opportunity to gain widespread recognition and showcase business success in print. Learn more here.

 About The BASA AwardsⓇ

The BASA Awards celebrate excellence, resilience, creativity, and passion within Australia’s small business community. With a wide range of categories, the awards recognise businesses from all sectors for their invaluable contributions to the nation’s economy and society. The sole requirement is that the businesses be classified as small.

For more information on how to submit entries or nominate deserving businesses, please visit https://www.basawards.com/en-au/pages/nominate-your-business