Safety Conference

Safety Conference 2026

Learning from the Past. Shaping the Future

Resource Industry Network’s annual Safety Conference is the region’s premier safety event, bringing together safety leaders and supervisors from across industry to explore current topics, gain valuable insights, and take away practical tools and strategies to help keep safety front of mind in every workplace.

Friday 29 May 2026Mackay Entertainment & Convention CentreBreakout EOIs now open

About the event

The 2026 Safety Conference will feature presentations from leading experts, practical and cost-effective solutions, and inspirational stories designed to equip attendees with the skills and information they can take back to their workplaces.

This year’s theme, Learning from the Past. Shaping the Future, will guide the day’s conversations and presentations, with a focus on sharing lessons, building capability and strengthening safety outcomes across industry.

More event details, speakers and program information will be released soon.

Breakout sessions

Resource Industry Network is now inviting member businesses to submit an Expression of Interest to present a breakout session as part of the 2026 conference program.

Breakout sessions should deliver practical content and tools with clear, defined take-outs for delegates. Each session must include a tangible safety message and align with the conference theme.

  • Two breakout session timeslots will be scheduled during the conference
  • Each timeslot will include four x 45-minute sessions
  • Sessions must provide practical, relevant and engaging content
  • All presentations should align with the theme Learning from the Past. Shaping the Future

Submit an expression of interest

To register your interest in presenting a breakout session, please complete the form below and return it to Hannah Lewis at hannah@rin.org.au by Friday 17 April 2026.

Please include supporting evidence to demonstrate the relevance of your proposed session topic to both the conference theme and industry audience.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking session proposals that will add genuine value for delegates and support stronger safety outcomes across industry.

  • Practical tools, strategies or case studies
  • Defined and actionable takeaways for attendees
  • Clear relevance to current industry safety priorities
  • Alignment with the event theme and audience needs

Why get involved

Presenting a breakout session is a valuable opportunity to share expertise, contribute to industry learning and position your business as a leader in safety conversations across the region.

  • Showcase practical safety knowledge and experience
  • Contribute to the professional development of industry delegates
  • Strengthen your profile among safety leaders and decision-makers
  • Be part of one of the region’s leading industry events

More to come

Additional information including keynote speakers, program highlights, ticketing and attendee details will be added to this page as they become available.

Resource Industry Network is the largest membership organisation in the Mackay Isaac Whitsunday and Bowen Basin region, supporting businesses across mining, manufacturing, engineering and METS.