Rod & Gabi’s Best of Canberra 2026

Rod & Gabi are celebrating the local legends that make this city what it is, and you’ll get to have your say.

Each week, we’ll announce a new Best of Canberra category and ask you to text in the local business you think deserves the crown.

The first category will be announced Monday 20 July with Rod & Gabi.

Once voting opens, you’ll be able to text your favourite business to 0417 771 047 for your chance to help crown Canberra’s best, and you also go into the draw to win $500.

This Week’s Category

(First category announced Monday 20 July)

Who will take out the first Best of Canberra title?

Maybe it’s your go-to local. Maybe it’s the place you recommend to everyone. Maybe it’s the business that deserves way more hype.

Keep listening to Rod & Gabi on Monday 20 July when we reveal the first category and open voting.

Voting will close 6pm Sunday, with the winner announced the following Monday.

Local businesses, this bit’s for you

Think your business could be one of Canberra’s best?

When your category is announced, don’t leave it up to chance. Rally the people who already love what you do.

Tell your customers, post on your socials, share the text line, and make it easy for your regulars to vote for you.

The businesses that get their community behind them have the best shot at taking out the title.

Get your shop window poster

Want to let customers know you’re in the running?
When the category is announced there will also be a downloadable Best of Canberra poster, add your business name, and pop it in your window so that everyone knows how to vote for you when your category opens.

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