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Photo Credit: Bob Reyes
The road to National Miss Australia 2026 has officially begun, bringing together an inspiring group of finalists from across Australia for a memorable day of registration, mentorship, photoshoots, introductions, and an intimate Welcome Dinner in Sydney.
With three prestigious titles on the line — Miss Earth Australia 2026, Miss Eco Australia 2026 and Miss International Australia 2026 — the finalists gathered to officially begin their journey towards one of the most anticipated pageant events of the year.
This year’s National Miss Australia 2026 finalists are Karenza De Leon, Chantelle Cole, Helena Ristevski, Kajol Arishma Chand, Kadhleen Vakameilalo, Ravneet Kaur, Sabina Celiz, Leanne Madigan, Imee Plaza and Shevonne Ambanloc.
Coming from different parts of Australia and bringing their own unique stories, personalities and aspirations, the finalists are now preparing to take the national stage and compete for the opportunity to represent Australia internationally.
A Day of Registration, Briefing and Mentorship
The day began with registration and an official briefing, giving the finalists the opportunity to meet one another, connect with the organising team and learn more about what lies ahead during the final stages of their National Miss Australia journey.
The finalists also benefited from the experience and guidance of accomplished women from the pageant community.
Sarah Tute, Miss Earth Australia – Water 2024, joined the 2026 program as a mentor, sharing her experience and insights with the next generation of finalists. Miss Earth Australia founder Maria James was also present, helping guide and welcome the candidates as they embarked on this important chapter of their pageant journey.
Behind the Scenes with StarCentral
Following the registration and briefing, the finalists stepped in front of the cameras for an exciting photoshoot and video shoot with Bob Reyes and the StarCentral team.
The session provided the candidates with an opportunity to showcase their individual personalities, confidence, and style while capturing some of the first official moments of their National Miss Australia 2026 journey.
From posing for photographs to participating in video interviews and content creation, the finalists embraced the experience with enthusiasm as they prepared for the highly anticipated coronation.
An Intimate Welcome Dinner at The Mill Hotel Sydney
The day’s activities culminated in an intimate Welcome Dinner at The Mill Hotel Sydney, bringing together the finalists, partners, supporters, organisers and distinguished guests for an evening of celebration and connection.
The Welcome Dinner provided a more relaxed setting for the finalists to get to know one another and meet some of the key people supporting their journey.
One by one, the finalists took to the stage and introduced themselves, sharing a glimpse of their personalities, backgrounds, and aspirations with everyone in attendance.
Miss Earth 2024 Jessica Lane hosted the special evening, adding another distinguished presence to an evening dedicated to celebrating the women embarking on their National Miss Australia 2026 journey.
Photo Credit: Bob Reyes
Distinguished Guests Show Their Support
Several distinguished guests and representatives from Stargazer International Group also attended the evening.
Among those in attendance were Stargazer International Group President Julieta De Leon, along with Stargazer International Group board members Mel Bustamante and Vicky Chew.
Also representing the Stargazer International Group production team were Melody David and Ryan Campo.
The evening also welcomed Adele Kelly, Mrs of Australia Charity Queen 2025, whose presence further added to the celebration and support surrounding the 2026 finalists.
Also joining the special occasion were Miss International Australia 2025 Bella Dela Cruz and Jamie Boyd, Miss Earth Australia – Fire 2025.
The presence of past titleholders, mentors, organisers, production team members, partners and supporters created a strong sense of community as the new generation of finalists prepared to take centre stage.
The Countdown to Coronation Day Is On
With the Welcome Dinner officially marking the beginning of the finalists’ final preparations, attention now turns to Coronation Day.
The countdown is on to an unforgettable evening of beauty, purpose, glamour and crowning, where Australia’s finest finalists will compete for three prestigious national titles:
Miss Earth Australia 2026
Miss Eco Australia 2026
Miss International Australia 2026
Three crowns. Three destinies. One unforgettable coronation.
The lights are ready, the stage is set and the crowns await the women who will have the honour of carrying these prestigious titles.
As the final days approach, anticipation continues to build among the finalists, their families, supporters and the wider pageant community.
Who will rise to the occasion and become Australia’s next representatives on the international stage?
The answer will soon be revealed.
Coronation Day
Sunday, 30 August 2026
Revesby Workers’ Club
General Admission – $95
Food not included
Tickets are now on sale, giving pageant fans, families, friends and supporters the opportunity to witness an unforgettable evening celebrating beauty, purpose, glamour and the crowning of Australia’s next national queens.
The road to National Miss Australia 2026 has begun — and the crown is now within reach.
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