The key dates for the 2009 iAwards are:
- Nominations open 5 January 2009
- State briefing sessions 2–6 February 2009
- Nominations close 25 February 2009
- Phase 1 judging 27 February – 9 March 2009
- iAwards state winners presentations 6–9 April 2009
- Phase 2 judging 29 – 30 April 2009
- Innovation showcase 27 May 2009
- iAwards gala dinner 27 May 2009
Phase 2 judging, the innovation showcase and iAwards gala dinner will be conducted in Melbourne.