5:30pm – 7:30pm, 19 October, 2026, Royal on the Park

There is no need to register for delegates or speakers for this function and partners are welcome.

Once again, Southpac Aerospace has kindly sponsored a friendly opportunity for conference delegates, speakers and guests to meet and mingle over a couple of drinks and nibbles. In 2026 this free welcome event has been organised for the Monday evening, prior to the conference, from 5:30pm in the Southern Cross Pavilion, which has a great view over the Botanical Gardens.

Location:

Southern Cross Pavilion and Courtyard

– Royal on the Park Hotel

Dress: Tidy casual

This is a free function, and in 2026 will be once again sponsored by Southpac Aerospace.

House beers, wines and soft drinks will be provided.

One hour of canapes will be provided between 6pm and 7pm, with the following options being examples of what is likely to be on offer: