Best Adult Alternative Album was first handed out in 1994 . Up until 2001 it was called Best Alternative Release , which was awarded for an album or single release . From 2002-2009 the award was discontinued before being reinstated in 2010 under its current name . Again , from 2012-2015 the award was not presented until 2016 awards , the most recent ceremony
2016 awards
ARIA Music Awards of 2016
ARIA Award for Best Adult Alternative Album