Nature Conservation Council of NSW Annual Conference 2026

Join us in the heart of Sydney for the Nature Conservation Council of NSW’s Annual Conference. 

We are excited to announce this year's theme: Nature 2026: The State of Play.

We'll gather at Customs House, Circular Quay to connect, reflect and look ahead. The day will include: 

• Morning: Introductory speeches and consideration of motions

• Afternoon: Inspiring speakers, campaign updates and practical workshops. This will include a thought-provoking plenary panel covering emerging issues like data centres, energy efficiency for renters, and Treaty in NSW.

• Evening: Networking drinks and post-conference dinner 

• Throughout the day: Opportunities to meet, learn, and network with environmental leaders, organisers, and community members from across NSW 

You can choose to attend for the full day (including the formal proceedings in the morning) or half day (if you’d like to join for the speakers and workshops in the afternoon only). Ticket price includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Stay tuned for the full program. 

When: Saturday 31 October, 2026
Time: 9am - 5pm. Formal proceedings from 9-11.45am and conference speakers and workshops starting after 11.45am. Regular breaks and food provided.
Where: Customs House, 31 Alfred Street Sydney NSW 2000, and online

Accessibility: Our venue is accessible by wheelchair with lift access from the front entrance on Alfred Street. There are quiet spaces available. Please reach out to our Operations team via ncc@nature.org.au if you have any questions or accessibility requirements, and we will work with you to accommodate.

NCC is proud to offer free attendance to First Nations people and those under 25. 

Formal Proceedings:

NCC will conduct formal business and pass motions from 9-11.45am before conference speakers and workshops.

If you are a voting delegate, or observing the formal proceedings we ask you to please arrive at 8:30am for a 9am start. 

Please visit our website for key information and resources. The First Circular, Second Circular and Conference Business Papers are available via this website.

For NCC Member Groups, your entitlement to voting delegates is based on your membership status. If you have not renewed your membership, please contact us as soon as possible.  

For further information please email ncc@nature.org.au or contact 02 9516 1488. 

Note: We will be hosting the NSW Environment Awards the night before at the same venue. Read more and get a ticket here.

We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land from which is this event will be held and broadcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora nation, and the lands from which attendees will attend. Sovereignty was never ceded.