Awards for Planning Excellence 2026
Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)
Overview
Each year, PIA through its Women in Planning Networks, announces three awards that serve to celebrate female planners and champion International Women's Day. These awards recognise female planners that have shown outstanding commitment to planning work, have made a significant contribution to the profession and have supported fellow women in the planning profession.
Awards by State
NSW: Dr Helen Proudfoot Women in Planning Award. QLD: Outstanding Woman in Planning Award. TAS: Women in Planning Award for Excellence. VIC: Women in Planning Leadership Award. SA: Outstanding Women in Planning Award. WA: Women in Planning Network Awards (Leadership Award and Achiever Award categories).