| WEDNESDAY - 7 October 2026 | ||
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| Time | Session | Location |
| 11:45am | Shuttle Bus Transfer | Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) |
| 12:00pm - 5:00pm | ClubsNSW & Clubs Queensland Race Day | Gold Coast Turf Club |
| 2:00pm - 3:00pm |
Women's Networking Event Co-Major Partners: TWE and Aristocrat |
Gold Coast Turf Club |
| 5:00pm | Shuttle Bus Transfer | To Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) |
| THURSDAY - 8 October 2026 | ||
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| Time | Session | Location |
| 7:30am | Registration, Tea & Coffee | Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) |
| 8:00am - 8:30am | Doors Open | |
| 8:30am - 9:05am |
Welcome & Formalities MC Welcome - Matt Hart Chair Welcome - Sallianne Faulkner CEO Welcome - Rebecca Riant |
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| 9:05am - 9:50am | Opening Keynote to be announced! | |
| 9:50am - 10:30am |
In Conversation: The Political Landscape Join Minister David Harris and Rebecca Riant for a candid discussion on the political landscape shaping the club industry. This session will explore government priorities, emerging challenges and the opportunities ahead – providing valuable context for leaders navigating a changing environment. 
Minister David Harris
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| 10:35am - 11:10am | Morning Tea / Return to Room Buffer | |
| 10:35am - 1:00pm | AGM Registration & Voting (during Morning Tea & Lunch) | |
| 11:15am - 11:55am |
In Conversation: Reform, Regulation and What’s Next Tarek Barakat and Dan Mitchell come together for a focused discussion on the key reforms impacting clubs right now. Covering the ClubGRANTS review, gaming reform, sandbox initiatives and digital payments trials, this session will unpack what’s changing, and what clubs need to be prepared for. 
Tarek Barakat
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| 11:55am - 12:25pm |
Panel: The Boardroom and the Regulator — What Good Governance Looks Like in Practice Join a unique panel discussion featuring Jeffrey Loy APM, Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) Member, an experienced club chair, and legal expert as they share practical insights drawn from real-world experience in the boardroom and in dealing with regulators. |
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| 12:25pm - 1:20pm | Lunch / Return to Room Buffer | |
| 1:20pm - 2:00pm |
In Conversation: AUSTRAC Update Hear directly from AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas as he delivers a key update on the regulatory environment, followed by an in-conversation discussion with Rebecca Riant. This session will provide critical insights into compliance priorities, emerging risks and what clubs need to understand moving forward. 
Brendan Thomas
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| 2:00pm - 2:45pm |
Closing Keynote: Lessons from the Locker Room to Apply in the Board Room
Dan Haesler | Performance & Leadership Coach
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| 2:45pm - 2:50pm | Conference Close — Day 1 | |
| 2:50pm - 3:15pm | ClubsNSW AGM | |
| 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Clubs Helping Clubs Networking Drinks (Invite only) | Star Precinct |
| 5:00pm - 9:00pm |
Keno Conference Party Theme: Country & Western — Dress Up Optional! |
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| FRIDAY - 9 October 2026 | ||
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| Time | Session | Location |
| 8:40am - 8:55am | Doors Open | Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) |
| 8:55am - 9:00am | MC Welcome Back | |
| 9:00am - 9:45am |
Opening Keynote: AI — The Future is NOW
Steve Sammartino | Australia's leading futurist and keynote speaker
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| 9:55am - 10:55am |
Breakout Sessions 1. McKell Institute Report - Community Hubs for Housing the Community: The Opportunity 2. Energy & Sustainability – What Consumers Expect Next 3. Australian Economic Outlook and Consumer Sentiment – Trends Shaping Clubs 4. Navigating the Anti-Money Laundering Regulatory Landscape |
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| 10:55am - 11:35am | Morning Tea / Return to Room Buffer | |
| 11:35am - 12:35pm | Breakout Sessions (topics repeat as above) | |
| 12:35pm - 12:45pm | Return to Room Buffer | |
| 12:45pm - 1:30pm |
Closing Session: Interview — Inspiration & Resilience
Matt Nable | Four-time AACTA nominated actor, critically acclaimed author
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| 1:30pm - 1:35pm | MC: Conference Close | |
| 1:35pm - 2:15pm | Lunch (take-home boxes) | |