25 - 27 August 2026 Brisbane | Australia
5th annual
Women in Mining Summit 2026
The skills, strategies & connections you need to thrive in mining
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The skills, strategies & connections you need to thrive in mining
The Women in Mining Summit 2026 returns with an agenda designed to help you strengthen your skills, improve your projects, expand your network, and take the next step in your career with a programme built around one question: what does it take to build an industry where the best people rise, regardless of gender?
You’ll hear real-world case studies from organisations driving meaningful change, connect with peers across the industry, and take part in interactive discussions designed to help you share ideas and learn from one another.
This is more than a conference. It’s a collaborative experience built to help you grow your career, strengthen your impact, and shape the future of mining.
Speakers include:
Katie Wyatt
Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
BHP
Dańe van Heerden
Aeris Resources
Nicola Semler
Chief Operating Officer
Sally Rayner
Delta Electricity
Lisa Breen
Chief People Officer
Liontown Resources
Dr Mahdi Mason
Head of Sustainability, Health, Safety and Compliance
Sojitz Blue
Scott Winter
Managing Director
Critical Minerals Group
Kim Wainwright
Queensland Exploration Council
Bonnie Coxon
Evolution Mining
Emily Coutts
Astron Rare Earth Metals & Mineral Sand
Raina Hattingh
Whitehaven Coal
Samantha Langley
Vulcan Energy
Why you need to be at the Women in Mining Summit 2026
Join the premier event for women in mining to accelerate career and operational success
Hear how women reached senior mining leadership roles and what made it possible
Gain practical strategies for retention, return-to-work and protecting talent pipelines
Explore the full career lifecycle, from early entry to mid-career and over-55 talent
Join an open, practical conversation about women’s health in mining
Examine how AI, automation and critical minerals are reshaping workforce opportunities
Access proven strategies for career advancement & flourishing in a non-linear career
Build meaningful connections through roundtables, panels and practical networking
Position your organisation as an employer of choice by becoming a diversity partner!
This is your chance to position your organisation as a marquee destination for the talented professionals you need on your team by demonstrating your commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion.
Simply register 6 or more delegates to attend and you'll receive:
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A 15% discount on the first 6 delegates, with deeper discounts for additional attendees
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The opportunity to feature one of your employees in an article shared on our website, on LinkedIn, and in an email, focusing on your organisation’s DEI initiatives, accomplishments or rising stars
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A LinkedIn post highlighting your organisation as an employer of choice committed to diversity
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Branding as an official Diversity Partner on the conference website, brochure, and select marketing material
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A banner on stage and acknowledgement and thanks at the event for your support of DEI in mining
Become a Diversity partner
Partnership Opportunities
The Women in Mining Summit 2026 is your chance to meet key decision makers from across the entire mining value chain. These decision makers from a vast range of organisations across Australia will gather to find solutions to maximise the opportunities in Australian mining.
By joining this event you can position yourself as one of the companies leading the way towards diversity and inclusion in mining while you demonstrate your industry expertise.
There are numerous sponsorship and exhibition opportunities with packages designed to help you meet your marketing and sales targets. Please contact:
Skyla Boer
P: +61 (0) 450 778 591
E: skylab@questevents.com.au
Key Themes
Implementing practical solutions to combat the DEI backlash
Developing in-demand skills to improve your performance, strengthen teams & future-proof your career
Bringing men into the conversation: communicating & collaborating to drive real & lasting change
Identifying & capitalising on different career opportunities to sustain career longevity
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Supporting Partners:
Supporting Partner
Austmine is the leading industry association for the Australian Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) sector. We champion the advancement of mining innovation and technology worldwide, helping our members connect, grow and thrive.
As a not-for-profit, our mission is simple: to accelerate the success of the METS community by opening doors to new partnerships, strengthening the connection between miners and suppliers, and positioning Australian innovation at the forefront of global resources development.
For over 30 years, Austmine has been the original industry association for Australian METS, advocating for its recognition as a world leader in mining innovation and technology. Our membership now represents over 750 METS companies nationally, reflecting the impressive diversity of the Australian METS sector.
Supporting Partner
Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia (IWIMRA) was founded in 2017 to create a stronger connection amongst Indigenous women in Australia. IWIMRA partners with industry to continually raise the profile of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and to contribute to best practice solutions.
Through our lived experiences and our narrative of Indigenous intersectionality, it is our priority to ensure the visibility, voice and quality participation of Indigenous women.
IWIMRA aspires to lead with clarity and purpose. Working with industry to build solutions-driven, cross-culture influential relationships, that will continue to contribute towards our sustainable future.