AAGE upcoming events

2026 AAGE Guest Presentation and Member Discussion - Brisbane (05 May 2026)

Tue, 05 May 2026 02:00:00 GMT

This event series will include a panel of employers and presenters in each city, sharing insights about their programs and engaging in discussion on a range of topics in early careers talent acquisition and development.

The presenters will be different in each state, however the format for each event will be similar. A networking lunch will enable you to catch up with industry peers, followed by a presentation of data from the 2026 AAGE Graduate and Intern Surveys.

Our panel of speakers will be sourced from organisations rated as top employers based on feedback from these surveys and will explore candidate experience, onboarding and program structure, learning and development opportunities, and support for managers as well as give you an opportunity to ask questions. The session will conclude with an interactive discussion amongst attendees on the topics presented.

This is an exciting opportunity to meet your peers from the graduate resourcing and development industry and learn more about topics such as:

Building and delivering a best practice graduate program
Employability and student engagement
Graduate competency development
Selection and the candidate experience.

Brisbane guest speakers will include:

Rasika Grice, Services Australia
Todd Burmester, Stanwell

Cost

Complimentary entry for AAGE members.

Non-members and member colleagues may attend for $50 + GST.

Members must be logged in to access complimentary registration.

Cancellations

In order for us to cater appropriately, please let us know if you need to cancel your attendance. Also, catering cannot be guaranteed if registration is made four days or less prior to the event.

In order to cancel an invoice raised OR receive a refund for event attendance, the AAGE requires a MINIMUM of 24 hours' notice to receive notice of your intention to cancel. All cancellation requests need to be received in writing via events@aage.com.au.

Enquiries

Please contact events@aage.com.au.

Graduate Managers Forum, Canberra - May 2026 (07 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:00:00 GMT

You are invited to join us for the next Graduate Managers Forum (GMF) to discuss early careers in the Australian Public Service.

Cost

Complimentary entry for all attendees. Please note that this event is restricted to ACT-based Australian Government and University representatives only.

Cancellations

Please let us know if you need to cancel your attendance. The AAGE requires a MINIMUM of 24 hours' notice to receive notice of your intention to cancel. All cancellation requests need to be received in writing via events@aage.com.au.

Enquiries

Please contact events@aage.com.au.

2026 AAGE Guest Presentation and Member Discussion - Canberra (07 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 02:00:00 GMT

This is an exciting opportunity to meet your peers from the graduate resourcing and development industry and learn more about topics such as:

Building and delivering a best practice graduate program
Employability and student engagement
Graduate competency development
Selection and the candidate experience.

Canberra guest speakers will include:

Kylie Harvey, Australian Taxation Office
Minh Ha, Department of the Treasury
Trent Nurthen, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing

Cost

Complimentary entry for AAGE members.

Non-members and member colleagues may attend for $50 + GST.

Members must be logged in to access complimentary registration.

Cancellations

In order for us to cater appropriately, please let us know if you need to cancel your attendance. Also, catering cannot be guaranteed if registration is made four days or less prior to the event.

Enquiries

Please contact events@aage.com.au.

2026 AAGE Guest Presentation and Member Discussion - Adelaide (12 May 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:30:00 GMT

This is an exciting opportunity to meet your peers from the graduate resourcing and development industry and learn more about topics such as:

Building and delivering a best practice graduate program
Employability and student engagement
Graduate competency development
Selection and the candidate experience.

Adelaide guest speakers will include:

Deana Webber, ASC
Gemma Ieraci, Babcock

Cost

Complimentary entry for AAGE members.

Non-members and member colleagues may attend for $50 + GST.

Members must be logged in to access complimentary registration.

Cancellations

In order for us to cater appropriately, please let us know if you need to cancel your attendance. Also, catering cannot be guaranteed if registration is made four days or less prior to the event.

Enquiries

Please contact events@aage.com.au.

2026 AAGE Guest Presentation and Member Discussion - Perth (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

This is an exciting opportunity to meet your peers from the graduate resourcing and development industry and learn more about topics such as:

Building and delivering a best practice graduate program
Employability and student engagement
Graduate competency development
Selection and the candidate experience.

Perth guest speakers will include:

Annette Heaps, Woodside
Ash Warlum, CyberCX
Sha Ragnauth, Water Corporation

Cost

Complimentary entry for AAGE members.

Non-members and member colleagues may attend for $50 + GST.

Members must be logged in to access complimentary registration.

Cancellations

In order for us to cater appropriately, please let us know if you need to cancel your attendance. Also, catering cannot be guaranteed if registration is made four days or less prior to the event.

Enquiries

Please contact events@aage.com.au.

2026 AAGE Guest Presentation and Member Discussion - Melbourne (19 May 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:00:00 GMT

This is an exciting opportunity to meet your peers from the graduate resourcing and development industry and learn more about topics such as:

Building and delivering a best practice graduate program
Employability and student engagement
Graduate competency development
Selection and the candidate experience.

Melbourne guest speaker details

Speakers include:

Chris Di Guilmi, NAB
Greg Thom, Airwallex

Cost

Complimentary entry for AAGE members.

Non-members and member colleagues may attend for $50 + GST.

Members must be logged in to access complimentary registration.

Cancellations

In order for us to cater appropriately, please let us know if you need to cancel your attendance. Also, catering cannot be guaranteed if registration is made four days or less prior to the event.

Enquiries

Please contact events@aage.com.au.

2026 AAGE Guest Presentation and Member Discussion - Sydney (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 02:00:00 GMT

This is an exciting opportunity to meet your peers from the graduate resourcing and development industry and learn more about topics such as:

Building and delivering a best practice graduate program
Employability and student engagement
Graduate competency development
Selection and the candidate experience.

Sydney guest speakers will include:

Cristina Villamayor, Allianz
Liana Sutton, MinterEllison

Cost

Complimentary entry for AAGE members.

Non-members and member colleagues may attend for $50 + GST.

Members must be logged in to access complimentary registration.

Cancellations

In order for us to cater appropriately, please let us know if you need to cancel your attendance. Also, catering cannot be guaranteed if registration is made four days or less prior to the event.

Enquiries

Please contact events@aage.com.au.

2026 AAGE Graduate Recruitment and Development Conference (11 Nov 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

*Bookings close Monday 2nd November 2026*

*Please note: If you are looking to purchase multiple tickets (e.g. a day pass and a social event ticket), please register for one of your preferences, select 'pay by invoice' and email info@aage.com.au prior to payment to have your additional tickets added to your booking.*

We’re excited to invite early careers professionals to the 38th Annual AAGE Graduate Recruitment and Development Conference!

In 2026, we’re evolving our format to bring you the same high-quality content, thought leadership and community connection – now in a streamlined two-day program. By starting earlier on Day 1, the schedule ensures you experience all of the hallmark elements of the AAGE Conference, from inspiring keynotes, interactive workshops, the dynamic industry expo, and opportunities to exchange ideas and best practices with your peers. The Social Evening and the AAGE Gala Dinner, featuring the 2026 AAGE Graduate Recruitment Industry Awards (AGRIAs), will remain integral highlights within the two-day program.

2026 AAGE Conference delegates also receive access upon booking their conference pass to register for our 2026 AAGE Professional Development Workshops which will take place on Friday 13th November at the Hilton Sydney, immediately following the two-day conference. These half-day learning events are $350 + GST each and must be booked separately to the conference. Due to limited availability, bookings are currently ONLY available to AAGE members who are registered 2026 AAGE Conference delegates. Please note that this offer does not extend to members who have purchased tickets to the 2026 AAGE Conference social events only.

The AAGE Conference remains the must-attend event for anyone shaping the future of early careers. Join us to connect with like-minded professionals, learn from leading voices and walk away with insights that will influence your programs and the talent you support.

*SPECIAL OFFER* – Purchase four Full Conference Passes and get a fifth Full Conference Pass FREE!

Contact us at info@aage.com.au to access this special offer and see below for T&Cs. Don't miss this opportunity to bring more of your team to the 2026 AAGE Conference!

Terms and Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully. By submitting your registration, you are agreeing to be bound by the following terms and conditions:

1. You will receive an automated invoice which is payable by the EARLIER of:

30 days from the date of the invoice; or
Tuesday 10th November 2026, the day before the date of the conference. If the invoice is not paid within this timeframe, the AAGE reserves the right to cancel the booking or to remove the eligibility for any discounted prices.

2. The AAGE abides by the ACCC Australian Consumer Law refund policy. No refunds, rollovers or credits will be given for cancellations under any circumstances. This applies to all registrations received and is enforced irrespective of if an invoice has been raised or not, or if an invoice remains paid or unpaid.

3. All AAGE event attendees must abide by the AAGE's Code of Conduct.

Free Full Conference Pass Offer

1. Eligibility

This offer applies when an organisation purchases four (4) Full Conference Passes for the 2026 AAGE Conference.
Upon purchase of the four Full Conference Passes, the organisation will receive one (1) additional Full Conference Pass free of charge.

2. Free Pass Conditions

The complimentary Full Conference Pass must be allocated to a member of staff from the same organisation that purchased the initial four passes.
The free pass is not transferable to another organisation, individual outside the organisation, or for any form of credit or refund.

3. Usage Restrictions

The free Full Conference Pass is valid only for the 2026 AAGE Conference and cannot be carried forward for any future events.
The pass cannot be exchanged for monetary value, discounts or other benefits.

4. Cancellation Policy

No refunds or credits will be issued for the complimentary pass under any circumstances.

5. General Terms

All delegate passes, including the complimentary pass, are subject to the standard conference registration terms and conditions.
The organiser reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice.