What is the Brisbane Treasures competition?
The Brisbane Treasures competition, organised by Xennox Diamonds, celebrates the people, places, institutions, cultural works, and traditions that make Brisbane extraordinary. As part of its 50th anniversary, Xennox Diamonds invites the community to nominate these treasures, with the chance for one nominee to win a rare Australian pink diamond valued at $50,000.
What are the prizes for the Brisbane Treasures competition?
The Brisbane Treasures competition offers a major prize of an Argyle-certified Australian pink diamond valued at $50,000. Additionally, the winner receives a bespoke jewellery design consultation and up to $2,500 towards creating a jewellery piece incorporating the diamond. If the diamond is not won, a $5,000 Xennox Diamonds gift card is awarded instead. Four other category winners each receive a $2,000 gift card.
When does the competition close?
The competition closes at 11:59 PM AEST on 15 November 2026.
How do I enter the competition?
To enter the competition, nominate a person, place, institution, cultural work, or tradition with a genuine Greater Brisbane connection. Complete the nomination form by providing details about your nominee and submit it for review. Each nomination is checked for eligibility before proceeding to the judging phase.
Who is eligible to enter the Brisbane Treasures competition?
The Brisbane Treasures competition is open to all Australian residents aged 13 and over. Nominees must have a genuine connection to Greater Brisbane. Xennox employees, campaign contractors, judges, and their immediate family members are not eligible to nominate or be nominated.
How is the winner selected?
The winner is selected through a multi-step process involving an independent judging panel. Fifty verified nominees are chosen from all entries, with one finalist named in each category. At the finale event, one finalist is randomly selected to choose from fifty keys. If their key opens the lock, they win the pink diamond.
How will the winner be notified?
Winners will be notified at a special event where the final selection takes place. The process will be supervised and recorded to ensure transparency and fairness.
Who is the promoter of the Brisbane Treasures competition?
The promoter of the Brisbane Treasures competition is Xennox Diamonds, a family-owned jewellery business based in Brisbane.