Get ready to shine - the Rec Gala 2025 is heading to The Star in Sydney on 22 May!

A shining light of the RCSA calendar, this event celebrates the shooting stars of the recruitment and staffing industry. It’s a night where excellence takes centre stage, and the industry's true superstars are recognised for their outstanding achievements.

This year, The Star will be the ultimate constellation of industry brilliance, as leaders, innovators, and rising stars come together for an unforgettable evening of recognition, inspiration, and celebration.

So, step into the spotlight, walk the star-lit carpet, and prepare to be dazzled by the 2025 RCSA Industry Awards winners. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

 

 EVENT DETAILS

Event Date: Thursday 22 May 2025
Event Time: 6:30pm - 10:30pm
Dress Code: Black Tie
Event Venue: The Star Events Centre
80 Pyrmont St
Pyrmont
NSW 2009

 The RCSA Industry Awards provide the opportunity to recognise the best of the best in the recruitment, staffing and workforce solutions sector in Australia and New Zealand. These coveted awards are among the most prestigious in the sector and highlight the true outstanding achievers operating in the space.

The RCSA Industry Awards are open to RCSA Members across Australia and New Zealand. The awards recognise outstanding achievement in the recruitment and staffing space in the context of the RCSA Code of Professional Conduct. Entries are meticulously assessed against thorough and consistent criteria, with winners decided by a panel of independent judges from both within and outside the Recruitment and Staffing Industry.

2025 INDUSTRY AWARDS CATEGORIES

Excellence in Business Innovation - sponsored by Kamal

Excellence in Candidate Care - sponsored by Prime Super

Excellence in Client Service - sponsored by Citation Group

Excellence in Safety and Wellbeing Culture 

Excellence in Social Purpose - sponsored by RCSA Insurance

Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging - sponsored by Global Careers Africa

Outstanding Large Agency - sponsored by TargetRecruit

Outstanding Medium Agency - sponsored by  JobAdder

Outstanding Boutique Agency - sponsored by Synaptico

Recruitment Leader - sponsored by  Xeople

Recruitment Professional - sponsored by SEEK

Rising Star

 

RCSA Member
Individual Tickets
$290.00 + GST
Exclusive Table (up to 10)
$2,610.00 + GST

Non-Member and Supporter
Individual Tickets
$440.00 + GST
Exclusive Table (up to 10)
$3,960.00 + GST

 

 

Paul Nicolau
Paul commenced his role as Executive Director for Business Sydney in September 2021. Prior to Business Sydney, Paul was Director for the Business Leaders Council, Membership and Events for the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) for seven years.

Paul sits on the Board of The Gut Foundation and The Estia Foundation. In addition, Paul is an ambassador of Start Up Australia and a Non-Executive Director of Dymocks Children’s Charities.

Paul is an Adjunct Professor at UBSS Australia and was awarded the Centenary Medal of Australia in 2001.

Paul was the former Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Hotels Association of NSW (AHA). Prior to the AHA, Paul was the Executive Chairman of the Millennium Forum, which was the fundraising and business engagement arm of the Liberal Party of Australia NSW Division.

Paul was also the former NSW President of the Marketing Institute of Australia for 4 years, a member of the Council for ten years and is currently an Associate Fellow and Certified Practicing Marketer of the Marketing Institute of Australia.

 

The Star Sydney

The Star are offering attendees of the RCSA Industry Awards Night 25% off the best available rate to stay. This offer is valid for bookings between 19 May - 25 May 2025 (inclusive of 3 days before and after the event date).

To access this discount, please follow below steps

  1. Visit the link
  2. Select The Star Grand Hotel and Residences or The Darling and Specific Dates
  3. Via the Special Code drop down, enter EVENT in Promotional Code and an Event Group Rate will be displayed depending on the availability of your requested dates


Terms & Conditions

  • 25% off hotel “Best Available Rate”, room only inclusive of GST. (“Best Available Rate” refers to room only, non-discounted room rate of the day, not from lowest rate available).
  • Offer is valid for all room types, subject to hotel availability. Blackout dates and standard 24 hours cancellation apply.
  • This discount cannot be used in conjunction with other offers.
  • Minimum night of stay may apply on certain dates due to limited availability (this is subject to change depending on the hotel availability).