Mumbrella Publish Awards 2026 has recognised the visionaries, the disruptors, and the storytellers of the publishing industry, in a landmark 30th year for the awards program.
From legacy print titles to the AI-driven digital frontiers of tomorrow, Mumbrella Publish Awards celebrates the work that defines our industry.
This year, The Local Project (pictured above) emerged as the big winner on the night, taking home seven awards, including the coveted title of Publication of the Year.
A selection of the worthy winners are included below:
Editor of the Year: Misha Ketchell – The Conversation Media Group
Publication of the Year: The Local Project
Journalist of the Year: Paul Smith – Australian Doctor
Young Writer of the Year (30 or Under): Ailish Delaney – Mamamia
Brand of the Year: The Local Project
Newsletter of the Year: Money Magazine
Publishing Company of the Year: Man of Many
Custom Publication of the Year: Qantas Magazine | Travel Insider – Medium Rare Content Agency
Best Podcast (Series): Dare: The Time of Your Life podcast – Medium Rare Content Agency for Australian Seniors
Publish Leader of the Year: Aidan Anderson – The Local Project
Magazine Cover of the Year: May 2026, Money magazine
Best Engagement Strategy: The Local Project
Website of the Year: TrulyAus – AusBiz for Rex Airline
Emerging Publication of the Year: Teen Spirit by The Note – HWR Media
You can find the full winners list for the Mumbrella Publish Awards 2026 here.
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