Noteworthy annual conferences in 2026
March 28, 2026
This list tracks the annual roll-out of investor conferences in Australia each year, plus a couple of other interesting gatherings.
February
The Society of Corporate Law Academics held their annual conference in Perth on February 1-3
March
SOPAC® 2026, the premier South Pacific and Asia internal audit conference, was held from March 1–3, 2026, at the International Convention Centre Sydney. Hosted by the Institute of Internal Auditors Australia, it offers keynotes, networking, and technical sessions.
The 2026 Australian Governance Summit (AGS26), the major annual conference hosted by the AICD, was held on 10–11 March 2026 at the ICC Sydney and online.
The 2026 ACSI Conference is scheduled for Tuesday, 17 March 2026, at the Hilton Sydney. This one-day event brings together leaders from superannuation, investment, and governance sectors to discuss environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters. A member dinner precedes it on Monday, 16 March 2026
The Euroz Hartleys Rottnest Island conference was held on March 16-17 in 2026.
ASX Smidcaps conference: March 25.
The annual Gold Coast Gold conference ran from March 25-26 at the QT venue on the glitter strip. Around 40 junior miners made presentations to an audience of more than 200 investors and supply chain businesses.
April
CPA Australia: Our premium, two-day flagship event is the leading national forum for finance and leadership professionals working within the not-for-profit (NFP) and purpose sectors. Designed for senior leaders across finance, governance and executive roles, this program will explore the forces reshaping the Profit for Purpose sector. April 20-22.
The next major ASX investor events in 2026 include the ASX CEO Connect in Sydney on April 21, 2026, and the ASX Investor Day in Melbourne on May 16, 2026.
Sorrento Writers Festival: April 26-28.
May
ASA annual investor conference: May 3-5 at Rydges Melbourne.
The 28th Macquarie Australia Conference will be held from Tuesday, 5 May to Thursday, 7 May 2026
Global Resources Innovation Conference 2026 brings Australia's mining and METS ecosystem together at a pivotal moment for the global resources sector. Over three days in Perth, industry leaders, technology innovators, miners, researchers and global partners will convene to activate ideas, accelerate collaboration and deploy solutions that drive competitive advantage in the critical minerals era. May 5-7.
The next major ASX investor events in 2026 include the ASX Investor Day in Melbourne on May 16, 2026.
The 2026 Sydney Writers' Festival will be held from May 17–24, 2026. The prestigious annual event features over 300 events, including author talks, panel discussions, and storytelling, held at Carriageworks, the State Library of NSW, and various locations city-wide, with the full program revealed in March 2026.
The next Australian Energy Producers Conference & Exhibition (formerly known as the APPEA Conference and Exhibition) will be held from 18 – 21 May 2026 at the Adelaide Convention Centre, South Australia.
MAV State Council: May 29 in Melbourne.
June
Gold Coast Investment Showcase - runs overs two days on June 11-12.
ABA Banking Conference – Banking 2026
Banking Boldly – Securing Australia's Future will bring the sector together to explore how bold thinking and innovation can strengthen resilience, build trust, and support Australia's financial system. 17-18 June 2026
The ALGA National General Assembly (NGA) in Canberra will be held from June 23-25 at the National Convention Centre.
July
The next major Noosa Mining Investor Conference is scheduled for July 22–24, 2026, held at the Peppers Noosa Resort on the Sunshine Coast.
August
The Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) is the place to see new products and services, network, attend thought-provoking seminars, seek business partners and generate sales. The AGE is where gaming, technology, and hospitality meet. August 11-13.
October
With over 1,200 delegates at the Melbourne Convention Centre in 2026, our high-profile annual flagship Congress unites the profession's top minds for a multi-day experience of insights, innovation and connection. Sponsorship of our 2026 Congress delivers premium brand exposure, thought leadership and direct engagement with members at our largest event on CPA Australia's calendar. October 20-23, 2026.
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