Cheap rates remain available at the Fullerton Hotel Sydney ahead of the broking industry's biggest night of the year
Rooms at the Fullerton Hotel Sydney are filling fast ahead of the 2026 Australian Mortgage Awards (AMAs), with mortgage professionals urged to lock in their discount rate through the official AMA registration page before the industry's night of nights on Friday, 16 October.
Tables for the gala dinner have moved quickly too, with accommodation at the venue expected to follow suit.
Presented by MPA and AustralianBroker, the 'Oscars of the broking industry' will open with networking drinks ahead of the formal awards program and a three-course dinner, with entertainment from Australian singer and actress Kate Ceberano, DJ Em, and TV presenter Andrew Daddo serving as master of ceremonies.
Westpac returns as official event partner, with Brighten and Liberty Financial as premium award partners.
The judging panel includes Helen Avis of Specialist Mortgage, Cory Bannister of La Trobe Financial, Adam Brown of NAB and Anja Pannek, chief executive of the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA).
Sponsor Q&A: Baber Zaka, Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) is sponsoring the Brokerage of the Year (>20 staff) category once again this year, and general manager third party distribution Baber Zaka (pictured, presenting Brokerahe of the Year >20 Staff award to Ben Hawley on behalf of Azura Financial) says the AMAs play an important role in bringing the industry together.
What does sponsoring an award like this mean for CBA?
Being an awards sponsor at the AMAs gives us the opportunity to celebrate the outstanding achievements and innovation happening across the industry. It's a privilege to recognise the people and teams driving meaningful impact while supporting an event that brings the industry together.
Why do awards nights like the AMAs matter for the broking community?
Awards nights like the AMAs are important because they recognise excellence, celebrate innovation, and highlight the outstanding contributions of brokers and industry professionals. They also bring the broking and mortgage finance community together to connect, share ideas, and inspire continued growth across the industry.
What tends to stand out most on the night itself?
The highlights of the AMAs are celebrating the achievements of outstanding brokers and industry professionals, and hearing the inspiring stories behind their success. It's also a great opportunity to connect with peers and celebrate the strength of the broking community.
What's changed at CBA's broker channel over the past 12 months?
We have continued to introduce new ways for brokers to self-serve, access information more easily and get the support they need faster. Building on investments such as PEXA integration in CommBroker in early 2025, which provides greater visibility of settlement activity, we have also rolled out Self-Service Escalations nationally in the last 12 months, giving brokers a simpler and more direct way to raise and manage urgent matters.
Zaka closed by congratulating this year's field: "Your dedication, professionalism and commitment to delivering great outcomes for your customers is something to be incredibly proud of, and we wish you the very best on the night."
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With hotel rooms and gala tables both moving quickly, mortgage professionals planning to attend should finalise both through the official AMA registration page ahead of the 16 October ceremony at the Fullerton Hotel Sydney's Grand Ballroom.
