The Antenna Awards are an annual award ceremony that recognises outstanding community television programs broadcast on Australia's Channel 31 stations. Since their inception in 2004, the Antennas have been traditionally hosted by C31 Melbourne, and are held at a gala ceremony at Federation Square. now showcase outstanding Community Television programs in Australia. Nominations are forwarded by community television volunteers and audience members, and this pool of nominees is weeded down to a final list for each award. More than 500 initial nominations are received each year. The 'viewers choice' award as well as the 'Best contribution to community Television' are the only two awards not judged by a panel and with shortlisted nominees As of 2010, C31 Melbourne Antenna Awards will be held on Sunday 27 June at BMW Edge from Federation Square, Melbourne.
