The ACI National Awards Dinner was a true celebration of the compliance profession. Held in conjunction with the ACI National Conference, the evening recognised outstanding achievements and contributions across compliance, ethics, and risk management.
Bringing together professionals from across Australia, the event provided a fitting conclusion to a conference filled with ideas, collaboration, and shared purpose. It was wonderful to see so many members of our community come together to honour peers and enjoy an evening of well-deserved recognition and celebration.
Student Awards
The ACI Student Awards celebrate exceptional achievement across ACI’s accredited training programs. These awards recognise individuals who have demonstrated not only academic excellence, but also a practical understanding of compliance principles and a commitment to professional growth.
This year’s student award recipients represent the next generation of compliance leaders, professionals ready to make a lasting contribution to the integrity and success of their organisations and the wider industry.
Award Recipients:
- Anti-Money Laundering & Counter Terrorism Financing Skill Set Student Award: Rachel Orchard
- Certificate IV in Compliance & Risk Management Student Award: Camden Smith
- Graduate Certificate in Compliance & Risk Management Student Award: Timothy Reeves
- Graduate Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering & Counter Terrorism Financing Student Award: Paul Wise
National Compliance Awards
The ACI National Compliance Awards honour individuals, teams, and organisations that exemplify excellence in compliance, ethics, and risk management. These awards recognise those who uphold the highest professional standards while driving meaningful change, strengthening governance, building trust, and fostering a culture of integrity across industries.
Award Recipients:
- Compliance Professional Team of the Year: Great Southern Bank
- Compliance Professional of the Year: Amanda Taylor
Recognising Achievement and Leadership
The Australian Compliance Institute congratulates all award winners, finalists, and graduates on their outstanding achievements.
To all our students who have successfully completed their studies, well done on reaching this important milestone. Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to advancing compliance and ethical practice are commendable. We look forward to seeing your continued success as you apply your knowledge, contribute to your organisations, and shape the future of our profession.
To learn more about our National Award or to consider nominating a member or business for 2026, please visit the awards page on the ACI Website.