Gala Dinner 2026

Event Details

You're invited to join us on Thursday October 22 at Luminare in Melbourne, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the people, businesses and achievements shaping our profession.

Step onto the red carpet and experience APSCo's most glamorous night of the year as we recognise excellence across the recruitment and staffing industry and crown our 2026 Awards for Excellence winners.

And this year, we're raising the bar on entertainment with one of Australia's most celebrated comedians, Nazeem Hussain, taking to the stage as our Gala Dinner MC.

Known for his sharp wit, award-winning comedy and appearances across Australian television, Nazeem will bring plenty of laughs, energy and entertainment to an evening already packed with celebration.

On the night, guests will enjoy:

• Cocktails and canapés on arrival
• A premium three-course dinner with drinks
• Live entertainment and comedy from Nazeem Hussain
• Live winner announcements across all Awards categories
• Stunning city views from Melbourne's premier penthouse event space
• Music, dancing, photobooth and celebrations into the evening

Whether you're a finalist, entrant, APSCo member or industry supporter, this event is open to everyone. Bring your colleagues, clients and teams together to celebrate the achievements and innovation driving our industry forward.

We can't wait to welcome you to Melbourne for an incredible night of recognition, connection and celebration. See you on the red carpet.

Please note: all ticket prices are listed exclusive of GST.

Make it a team celebration
Tables of 10 are available at a reduced rate, with the 10th seat complimentary. Bring your colleagues, clients or finalists together for an evening of recognition, networking and celebration, while enjoying exclusive table savings. Contact carly@apscoau.org to arrange your table.
 
Purchasing 5- 9 tickets?
Our website currently allows a maximum of four tickets per transaction. If you require more than four tickets, please get in touch with carly@apscoau.org and we'll arrange the additional registrations for you.
 
Visiting Melbourne for the Gala Dinner?
Enjoy exclusive accommodation discounts and make the most of your stay while celebrating at one of the city's most spectacular venues. Contact carly@apscoau.org