THE PROGRAM

Miss Universe Australia provides the country’s most ambitious, educated and beautifully confident young women a platform for advocacy and growth, and a chance at the Miss Universe Australia title. This self-development program offers once-in-a-lifetime experiences and opportunities, with past titleholders going on to achieve roles including E! News Presenter, Channel 7 Olympics commentary host, paediatric doctor at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, Channel 10 national news anchor, published author, and United Nations Ambassador. 

Every year, one finalist is crowned Miss Universe Australia and goes on to proudly represent their country on the International Miss Universe Stage. In addition to the lifelong friendships and newfound confidence gained throughout the program, past finalists have received incredible prizes, including an apartment for their reign, paid ambassadorships with global brands, a $20,000 ‘NSR Hire’ business and education grant, a car for the duration of their reign, and much more.

 
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BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM

 

  • The chance to become the next Miss Universe Australia and represent your country on the international stage

  • Step out of your comfort zone to experience incredible growth in your confidence, personal development, and friendships

  • Grow your personal brand and platform, providing the opportunity to advocate for issues you are passionate about

  • Build lifelong friendships with like-minded women

  • Opportunities to travel throughout Australia and internationally, connecting with other driven women

  • Gain skills in public speaking and interviews

  • Work with incredible local and international brands

  • Network with mentors, corporate partners, and past titleholders 

  • Work closely with your community and local charities to make a difference to the lives of those experiencing hardship

  • Participate in self-development workshops, cocktail events, photoshoots, runway shows, charity fundraisers, and more

  • The chance to win amazing prizes from our official partners

  • Enjoy a FUN and life-changing experience

 
 
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FAQS

  • Registrations typically open around September of each year. Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with announcements so you don’t miss out.

  • We do not accept late applications, you are welcome to email us to register your interest for the following year and we will notify you once registrations are open.

  • Yes, we received your application form as soon as it is submitted however your application is not complete until we receive your images and video. Ensure you share these with us before registration closes to be considered as a state finalist. You will receive an email confirmation when you have completed your application.

  • It is free to enter and participate in Miss Universe Australia

  • No, we have absolutely no restrictions and encourage everyone to apply.

  • Yes, you must be at least 18 years of age as of January 1 in the year you wish to participate.

  • Experience of all levels is welcome, regardless of your experience we are confident you will grow and learn new skills throughout the program.

  • All applicants located in Western Australia will automatically be registered in MWC as a preliminary round for Miss Universe Australia.

  • Yes, as long as your meet the entry requirements.

  • You will be presented with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to work with incredible brands, attend self development workshops and glamorous events, and form life-long friendships. Previous participants have gone on to utilise their platforms to advocate for worldly issues and to build successful careers. The winner of Miss Universe Australia will go on to represent Australia on the International Miss Universe stage. There are also incredible prizes up for grabs for all state finalists, and the winner is eligible for a $20k Business Start Up and Education Grant and multiple paid ambassadorships.

  • If you are successful in moving forward as a National Finalist, you will be required to travel with your fellow National Finalists and the Pink Tank Events team on a week long trip where you will participate in your Official Swimwear Shoot, activations, dinners and events. Additionally, the winner of Miss Universe Australia will be required to attend the Miss Universe International Final overseas.

  • Our 2024 National Final Runway Show and Main Event venue will be announced shortly.

  • Throughout the program you are invited to attend a series of workshops, events, cocktail parties, and runway shows. We understand that you have other commitments outside the program but we recommend attending as manny events as possible. The more you put into the program the more you get out of it.