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Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) is the proud host of the 2025 Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards. 

TIQ  coordinates the state awards program in Queensland and is responsible for: 

  • attracting applicants 
  • marketing, media, communication, and sponsorship
  • recruiting and managing judges 
  • managing the judging process 
  • organising events related to the awards program, including the Awards Dinner 
  • progressing state winners to the national awards program.

There are 15 award categories – 14 national and one Queensland state-based – that businesses and individuals can apply for.  

Winners of the 14 national categories progress as finalists in the Australian Export Awards, which are run and managed by Austrade.


 

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Australian Export Awards

The Australian Export Awards are one of the longest running business awards programs in Australia.

These awards celebrate 63 years in 2025. 

They recognise and honour Australian exporters that have achieved sustainable growth through innovation and commitment. 

Many of Australia's leading corporations, export facilitators, and industry groups support the Australian Export Awards program - a key priority for the Australian Government. 


 

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