Nominations have opened for the 2026 Queensland Day Awards and voting has begun for for the All the Best program that helps pick the state’s best locations and businesses.
Both initiatives are part of preparations for Queensland Day on June 6.
The QLD Day Awards acknowledge significant contributors to the state.
All the Best invites Queenslanders to vote across 15 categories, from the best bakery to the most stunning beach.
Premier David Crisafulli said Queensland Day was a day to celebrate “what makes Queensland the best place in the world to live”.
“From your local pizzeria to your favourite beach, we want Queenslanders to share what they love most about our amazing State,” Premier Crisafulli said.
“We’re also calling on all Queenslanders to help us recognise our amazing community members and organisations by nominating them as part of this year’s competition.”
Queensland Day, held annually on June 6, marks the date the state officially separated from New South Wales in 1859 and became an independent state.
Winners for All the Best will be announced on Wednesday, June 3.
To make a QLD Day Award nomination and vote in All the Best visit qld.gov.au/qldday








