The Walkleys recognise excellence in journalism - from the most senior levels of the Australian media and photography, to non-fiction authors, young journalists and student journalism
The Walkley Awards for Excellence in Journalism
Since 1956, the Walkley Awards have recognised the best in Australian journalism each year. Entries open in July, and close in late August or early September. The Awards comprise 33 categories spanning television, radio, print, online and photographic journalism, including the coveted Gold Walkley Award. Please find a list of the 33 categories defined here.
The Nikon-Walkley Press Photography Awards
The highest honour for Australian photojournalists. With categories for news, daily life and sports photography, as well as Press Photographer of the Year and Photographic Essay. Nikon also offers special prizes for portrait and community/regional photography.
Young Australian Journalist of the Year Awards
Introduced in 2008, the Young Australian Journalist of the Year Awards celebrate outstanding reporting by Australian journalists aged 26 years or younger. There are a swag of great prizes for the overall winner, and category winners named in television, radio, print, online and photography. Entries open in February and close in March. The 2011 winners were announced at a gala event on June 23, 2011 in Sydney.
Media Super Student Journalist Awards
Final year journalism and communications students can show off their skill with this award. Entries close each year in August, and the winner is invited to attend the Walkley Awards Gala Dinner.
The Walkley Book Award
Recognising the increasing role long-form and literary journalism play in the Australian media, The Walkley Book Award was introduced in 2005. There are two rounds for entries each year.
The Walkley Documentary Award
For excellence in documentary production that is grounded in the principals of journalism, together with rigorous film-making. The award is open to a variety of documentary storytelling styles and the judges are looking for courage and creativity in concept, approach and execution. Entires open in June and close in late August/ early September.
