Events

WSAA Gala Dinner & Awards

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, connection and industry recognition as WSAA hosts its ever-popular Gala Dinner, featuring the inaugural WSAA Industry Awards and Hall of Fame announcements.

Dates

Thursday 11 June 2026

Time

7:00pm – Midnight

Venue

The Star Events Centre, Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Dress Code

Cocktail / Business Suit

Tickets

$260 per person
$2,600 for a table of 10

Entertainment

MC: Comedian Dave Hughes
Music: Franky Smart Band

Contact

info@wsaa.au

About the Event

The Window Shading Association of Australia will host its ever-popular Gala Dinner on Thursday 11 June 2026 at The Star Events Centre, Broadbeach, Gold Coast.

Set against the backdrop of SuperExpo 2026, this special evening will bring together members, industry leaders, suppliers, retailers, manufacturers, partners and guests for a night of celebration and socialising.

The Gala Dinner will include a three-course dinner, drinks, live entertainment and the presentation of the inaugural WSAA Industry Awards, recognising the businesses and individuals helping to drive positive change, raise standards and set new benchmarks across the window shading industry.

The evening will also include the announcement of WSAA Hall of Fame inductees, honouring outstanding contribution, leadership and long-term service to the industry.

An Evening of Celebration, Recognition and Entertainment

01.

Three-Course Dinner & Drinks

Enjoy a formal dining experience with drinks included throughout the evening.

02.

Hosted by Dave Hughes

The evening will be MC’d by one of Australia’s most recognisable comedians, Dave Hughes.

03.

Live Music by Franky Smart Band

Celebrate into the evening with live entertainment from the Franky Smart Band.

04.

Inaugural WSAA Industry Awards

Be part of the first WSAA Awards presentation, recognising excellence across the industry.

05.

Hall of Fame Announcements

Celebrate the individuals whose contribution has helped shape and strengthen the window shading sector.

06.

Industry Networking

Connect with WSAA members, exhibitors, sponsors, suppliers, retailers, manufacturers and industry partners.

Celebrating Excellence
Across the Industry

The 2026 Gala Dinner will include the presentation of the inaugural WSAA Industry Awards, created to recognise the businesses, teams and individuals contributing to the growth, professionalism, innovation and positive impact of Australia’s window shading industry.

These awards celebrate achievement across sustainability, innovation, manufacturing, retail, community contribution and social responsibility.

01.

Product Sustainability Award

02.

Corporate Social Responsibility Award

03.

Community Impact Award

04.

Product or Service Innovation Award

05.

Wholesale Manufacturing Excellence Award

06.

Retail Manufacturing Award

07.

Independent Showroom Award

08.

Independent Retailer Award

Honouring Industry
Contribution

As part of the evening, WSAA will also announce its Hall of Fame inductees, recognising individuals who have made a lasting and meaningful contribution to the window shading industry.

The Hall of Fame acknowledges leadership, service, dedication and influence across the sector, celebrating those whose work has helped shape the industry and support its ongoing growth.

Thank You to Our Major
Sponsor - Norman

WSAA proudly acknowledges and thanks our major sponsor for supporting the 2026 Gala Dinner & Awards.

Their contribution helps make this important industry celebration possible, supporting the recognition of excellence, leadership and achievement across Australia’s window shading sector.