Celebrating 30 Years of the Dieback Working Group

DIG 2026 marks a special occasion: 30 years since the founding of DWG in 1996 by Dr Ian Colquhoun. This year's conference will celebrate this milestone, reflect on our progress, share new knowledge, and continue driving best-practice behaviour and policy change.

For three decades, DWG has worked to increase awareness and improve the management of Phytophthora Dieback and other biosecurity threats to our natural ecosystems. DWG has grown into a nationally recognised not-for-profit and charity organisation with diverse membership and strong outreach across industry, government, science and community sectors.

CONFERENCE DAY - Wednesday 9th September

Venue: Boola Katitjin Building, Murdoch University

The Conference Day will feature:

Updates on research, tools, and best-practice management
Reflections on 30 years of progress and collaboration
Innovations in the dieback management space

Whether you have been involved since the early days or are new to the dieback community, DIG 2026 is a chance to reconnect, celebrate achievements, and continue strengthening the collective effort to protect our country.

DWG Green Card™ Training - Tuesday 8th September

Venue: Margaret Forrest Centre, John Forrest National Park

As part of DIG 2026, DWG Green Card™ will include additional benefits:

DWG Green Card™ Presentation
Lunch & morning tea
MyPestGuide® demonstration
Field trip in bushland to discuss Dieback Management
Vehicle clean-down

A 10% discount has been applied to the ticket price for DIG 2026.

Find out more about Green Card Training here.

Contact the host of DIG 2026 Conference