CONFERENCE – TRADE SHOW – GALA AWARDS DINNER
2027 Australian FENCING Conference
TBA
EVENT AT A GLANCE
Wednesday 18th March
- 2:00pm Exhibitor Bump-in
- 5:00-7:00pm Welcome Networking Event
Thursday 19th March
- 8:30am Conference and Trade Show
- 6:00pm Gala Awards Dinner
Look for the flags at the main entrance.
Main Conference Day
Kick off your conference experience with registration from 8:30am. Look for the flags at the main entrance.
The Trade Show also opens at this time, offering a dynamic showcase of the latest fencing and gate innovations, cutting-edge products, deals, demonstrations, and discounts.
Location: Australian Events Centre, Hyatt Place, 1 Larkin Boulevard, Essendon Fields.
Official Welcome
A short welcome from Fencing Industry Australia in Australian 1 to open the day, acknowledge partners and exhibitors, and outline the conference program.
Tech Talks - THE STATEROOM
Short, practical product demos and technical presentations in a relaxed atmosphere, running every 15 minutes. Morning Tea served. during the Talks.
Location: The STATEROOM at the Australian Events Centre.
Thursday 19 March 2026
9:35am – CSM SEC – Smarter gate access and control
10:15am – Vater Hardware – Stronger, safer gate connections
10:35am – Australian Gas Industry Group – Permits for working near gas pipelines
10:55am – Nelsons CNC – Clean, efficient end cap installs
11:15am – Rotech Rural – Steel fencing in fire ban conditions
11:35am – Edgesmith – Smarter gate hardware and control
11:55am – Otter Fencing – Systems in action
12:15pm – ModularWalls – Faster, cleaner wall systems
12:35pm - D&D Technologies - Innovative new products
Note: Tech Talks run for 15 minutes with short changeovers. Times may vary slightly on the day.
Short 15-minute talks with quick changeovers between presenters. Choose the sessions that suit your business.
Times may vary slightly on the day.
Lunch at the Trade Show
Enjoy a delicious lunch set up in THE ATRIUM at the Trade Show area, where you can network with your industry mates while exploring the latest fencing and gate innovations from leading exhibitors.
Social Media Skills & The Future of Fencing
In Australian 1 Adam Hall (AH Fencing) will share how social media can help lift the profile of fencing as a skilled, professional industry while also helping businesses showcase their work, build trust and win more opportunities.
Gates & Automation Code of Practice
This session in AUSTRALIAN 1 will provide delegates with an introduction to the Gates and Automation Code of Practice, why it has been developed, and why it matters to businesses working with gates and automation.
Gate Safe Australia will then discuss the training available to support industry understanding and implementation of the Gates and Automation Code of Practice.
Conference & Trade Show Close
Exhibitor bump-out.
Refresh to be ready for the Gala Awards Dinner.
GALA AWARDS DINNER
The Gala Awards Dinner is the premier event recognising industry excellence in a sophisticated setting. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks, our Keynote Address and then a premium dining experience as we honour and present the outstanding projects and people in the fencing and gate industry.
Dress Code: Glamour meets red-carpet sophistication - sharp suits or jackets and cocktail/formal dresses. Dress to impress for this night of celebration.
Location: AUSTRALIAN 1, Australian Events Centre, Hyatt Place, 1 Larkin Boulevard, Essendon Fields.
KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Anthony Chan - General Manager Service Delivery at BuildSkills Australia.
In his Keynote address, Anthony Chan from BuildSkills Australia will unpack the new fencing industry vocation in development and the pathway being shaped for the future fencing workforce.
Anthony is the General Manager Service Delivery at BuildSkills Australia. A VET sector veteran with over 20 years experience, he is dedicated to bridging the gap between industry needs and workforce capability. Anthony leads a team of industry engagement and training product specialists at BuildSkills Australia, who partner with the construction, property and water sectors, to solve critical workforce challenges and build a skilled workforce for the future.