Celebrating the best of local business! The MCCC Business Awards celebrate and showcase the exceptional talent, innovation, and impact of local businesses and community contributors across the Cities of Melville and Cockburn. These awards recognise businesses and individuals who go above and beyond in their industries, demonstrate leadership in their communities, and contribute to a thriving local economy.
The awards are open to:
Commercial businesses and not-for-profits (excluding registered charities).
Organisations located in or primarily servicing the Cities of Melville or Cockburn.
Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with 1 to 200 employees.
Nominees who agree to participate and be publicly profiled if selected as finalists.
HOW TO NOMINATE:
Nominations for the 2026 MCCC Business Awards are open to all eligible businesses either located or operating in the City of Cockburn and City of Melville. Businesses can nominate for one or more of the categories below, just click on the category and complete the online form. All category award winners will then be entered into the Business of the Year (Overall Excellence) Award, which will be awarded to the business with the highest total score across all categories entered, demonstrating excellence, leadership and community value.
Industry Categories
- Retail Excellence (Sponsored by Melville Toyota)
- Hospitality Star of the Year
- Business & Professional Services Excellence
- Workforce Development & Training Excellence
- Health, Wellness & Medical Services
- Tourism & Recreation Excellence
- Industrial, Manufacturing & Export Excellence
- Building, Construction & Engineering Excellence
- Property Sales & Management Excellence
Impact Categories
- Sustainability & Environmental Impact
- Accessible & Age-Friendly Business (Sponsored by City of Melville)
- Innovation, Technology & Cyber (Sponsored by City of Cockburn)
- First Nations Business Excellence
- Entrepreneur of the Year (Sponsored by Murdoch University)
Business of the Year (Overall Excellence)
The 2026 Business of the Year (Overall Excellence) Award is proudly being sponsored by .
The overall winner of the MCCC Business Awards will receive a place in the WA Leaders Executive Leaders Program, one of Western Australia’s leading business growth communities.
WA Leaders supports ambitious founders and business owners to accelerate growth, strengthen leadership, and build more valuable businesses. Through world class workshops, expert mentoring, and a powerful peer network, members gain the insights, clarity, and connections needed to scale with confidence.
Participants benefit from access to 20+ industry experts, practical implementable knowledge, and a supportive community of over 500 business leaders, along with monthly in person events and ongoing resources designed to help businesses grow faster and smarter.
The program challenges business owners to think bigger, implement faster, and connect with others who understand the realities of building and scaling a business.
This prize gives the winner the opportunity to step into a powerful network of WA entrepreneurs committed to learning, collaboration, and sustainable business success.
Nomination & Judging
Nominations: Anyone can nominate a business through a simple online form.
Official Nomination: Nominated businesses are invited to submit a detailed nomination addressing award criteria.
Supporting Information: Additional documentation may be requested to substantiate claims.
Judging Panel: Independent judges assess entries.
Assessment: Judging is based on clear criteria to ensure fairness, transparency, and credibility.
Sponsor an Award
The MCCC Business Awards 2026 shine a light on the extraordinary businesses who go above and beyond in their craft and in the way they contribute to their local community. Align your business with excellence and innovation in your community to raise its exposure and gain exclusive benefits.
Why Sponsor?
- Showcase your brand to a wide audience of business leaders, finalists and influencers
- Gain recognition across myriad of marketing channels, including event materials, social media and media releases
- Network with local businesses and connect with potential clients, partners and collaborators
- Be celebrated as a key supporter of the thriving Casey business community
A limited number of our awards are still available for sponsorship. Don’t miss the chance to make an impact – showcase your business and support local excellence by becoming a sponsor today!
MCCC Business Award Sponsor
Cost: $3,000+ GST
As a Sponsor, you will receive:
- Business name listed on website with link to sponsor website
- Business name listed on category finalist and winners’ certificate
- Business name on finalist and winner social media marketing assets
- Opportunity to display promotional material at the Awards Ceremony (eg. pull-up banner
- Opportunity to present category winner on-stage at the Awards Ceremony
- Complimentary ticket for two representatives to attend the Awards Ceremony
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
In addition to our 2026 sponsorship packages, we are open to exploring other ways for your business to partner with us for the delivery of the MCCC Business Awards, including in-kind sponsorship.
If you would like to find out more, please contact info@mccc.org.au.
Awards Timeline
Nominations Open
17 March 2026
Nominations Close
10 May 2026
Awards Night
21 May 2026
MCCC Business Awards 2026 Gala Dinner
This years MCCC Business Awards night Gala Dinner will be a sit down dinner held at the amazing South of Perth Yacht Club. Seats and tables are strictly limited. Book now. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
- Where: South of Perth Yacht Club, 2 Canning Beach Road, Applecross WA
- Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
- Time: 6.00pm for a 6.45pm start to 10.00pm
- Dress: Black tie
