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Early Bird only $790 for both days (Normally $1590) plus receive priority access to industry tours, film screening, networking event & more!

Dates: 27 + 28 October 2026

Venue: Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre

Program
Youth Leaders in STEM
Wednesday 28 October | PM
Our Future Panel
Asking young regional leaders what attracts them to stay and grow in our communities facilitated by Gosh Hackathon
Leading Voices in Energy and Electrification
Wednesday 28 October | PM
Shine Bright Panel
How regions can power the World - green energy, electrification and decarbonisation opportunities featuring Tesla, Energy Institute UNSW, Climate Energy Finance & NewVolt
Circular economy exemplars - local, regional and national
Wednesday 28 October | AM
Full Circle Panel
From water facilities to farms to factories to feedstock - optimising circularity of a region featuring Bega Circular Valley, Craig Mostyn Group (V&V Walsh) & Aqwest
Four concurrent sessions for greater engagement
Tuesday 27 October | PM
Innovation with Impact Workshops
Be commercially inspired by hearing from a range of speakers on initiatives that can help drive productivity and greater resilience
Advanced manufacturing, AI, Robotics and Automation
Tuesday 27 October | AM
Technology in Action Panel
Strengthening industry through automation and robotics featuring Bosch Automation Manufacturing Services, DefenceWest & Edith Cowan University Engineering
Three concurrent sessions from government, industry and academia
Tuesday 27 October | PM
Investment Showcase
Hear about investment in the region, local opportunities and a vision for the future
Early Bird – $790 – 2 days (Closes 31/07/2026)

Includes: Movie screening, industry tours, two day conference, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, networking app. 

Second Release – $1,090 – 2 days
Includes: Movie screening, industry tours, two day conference, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, networking app. 
Final Release – $1590 – 2 days 
Includes: Movie screening, industry tours, two day conference, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, networking app. 
Student
Coming soon, 1 day $190 or 2 days $290.  Enquire Now
Prices include GST and exclude credit card booking fees.
 
Read the FAQ for more information. 
An Australian of the Year finalist and author of A Human's Guide to the Future, ABC Catalyst and Discovery Channel documentary maker. and STEAM education champion shaping how we step into tomorrow. Founder designing life-changing technologies, Dr Nguyen is a leading Australian engineer committed to improving as many lives as possible.
Our keynote speaker on day 2 is a pioneering aerospace engineer, sustainability strategist, and proud Tharawal woman who is redefining the future of flight and energy. As CEO and Founder of New Era Energy, Renee is leading ventures that bring together technology, culture, and commerce.
Tim has 35 years financial markets experience, including providing public interest related financial analysis on the energy transition since 2013, studying China, India and Australia. Tim founded Climate Energy Finance Australasia in 2022, having co-founded and worked with the global energy finance thinktank IEEFA over 2013-2021. For 17 years Tim was a Managing Director at Citigroup, Head of Australasian Equity Research. Tim has published over 100 reports on the global energy transition.

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FAQs

When and where is the conference?

The Innovative Industries of the Future (iiF) Conference will be held on Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 October 2026 in Bunbury, Western Australia. Majority of the conference is held at the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre (BREC) with a few additional venues close by such as a cinema for the film screening and a restaurant for the networking dinner.

Registration is available online through the iiF Conference website. Simply enter your details, follow the steps, and complete the registration form. Early Bird pricing is available for a limited time.

Conference registrations include both days, including keynote presentations, panel discussions, breakout and workshop sessions, the exhibition area, many networking opportunities (including an app to increase network opportunities), catering during conference hours, and conference materials.

Optional pre-conference activities (film screening) and industry tours will be available on Monday 27 October. Post conference, by invitation only, Board Room Discussions are planned for Thursday 29 October. These will be curated by senior leaders and experts to tackle complex challenges for the region.

The networking event Regional Revelry supported by TradeStart is an optional separate purchase for $120.00 per person.

At this stage, iiF 2026 is planned as an in-person event. Should virtual attendance options become available, details will be announced on the conference website and through our communication channels.

iiF is designed for business leaders, innovators, researchers, investors, educators, government representatives, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone interested in the future of technology, advanced manufacturing, sustainability, and innovation.

You can update your registration details using the confirmation email you received when registering. If you require assistance, please contact the conference team and we will be happy to help.

Registration transfers may be permitted prior to the event. Please contact the conference team with the original and replacement attendee details for assistance.

Cancellation and refund terms are outlined during the registration process and in your confirmation email. Please contact the conference team if you have questions regarding your registration.

Yes, information on accommodation options and negotiated delegate rates are available to registered delegates. The details and discount codes will be sent in your confirmation email once registered.

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