SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2026

8.30am – 1.00pm
Vermeer Golf Classic | 9 Holes
Sponsored by Vermeer Australia

Garden Park Golf Links
1 Chin Quan Road, The Gardens, Darwin NT

Places are always in high demand for the Vermeer Golf Classic, 2026 will see a relaxed game to suit the climate of 9-holes at the Garden Park Golf Links. The event will follow a four-person Ambrose format, with teams nominated on the day. A light breakfast will be served prior to the shotgun start and a BBQ lunch at its conclusion, golf carts will be provided for all players.

5.00pm – 6.30pm
Young Pipeliners Forum Social Function
Sponsored by Pipe Tek

Dock One
Dock 1 Stoke Hill Road, Darwin NT

The Young Pipeliners Forum Social Function is an opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and make valuable connections in a relaxed and inviting setting.

6.30pm – 9.30pm
Welcome Reception
Sponsored by Pipe Tek

Darwin Harbour Cruise | Charles Darwin

The Saturday night function will be held aboard a Darwin Harbour cruise, offering spectacular views across the water as the sun sets over the Top End. Guests will enjoy a selection of delicious canapés and beverages while taking in the tropical scenery in a relaxed and memorable setting. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with industry peers and forge new connections as we cruise through one of Australia’s most iconic harbours.

Coaches will operate from Hilton Darwin, Novotel Darwin CBD and Rydges Darwin Central. The Adina Apartment Hotel and Vibe Hotel Darwin are a 5 minute walk from the departure point.

Coaches will depart selected hotels at: 6.15pm
Coaches will return at: 9.30pm

SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2026

10.00am – 3.00pm
Sunday Get-Together at Berry Springs
Sponsored by CNC Project Management

Berry Springs Nature Reserve
Berry Springs

Set within the lush surrounds of Berry Springs Nature Park, the Sunday Get Together offers a unique escape, combining great food, drinks, and the natural beauty of one of the Top End’s most popular national parks. Guests will enjoy a relaxed, fully catered lunch with beverages provided, along with the opportunity to take a refreshing swim in the clear spring-fed pools. It’s the perfect setting for informal networking, where connections can be built in a laid-back atmosphere surrounded by tropical landscapes.

Berry Springs is a 45 minute transfer from the convention hotels.

Coaches will depart all hotels at: 9.30am
Coaches will return from: 2.00pm

4.00pm – 5.50pm
Women in Pipelines Function
Sponsored by APA Group & Jemena

Darwin Convention Centre | Waterfront Room
Stokes Hill Road, Darwin NT

This function is a great opportunity to participate in good conversation and enjoy some canapes and a drink. There is also the opportunity to have a professional headshot taken (pre-registered attendees only).

6.00pm – 7.30pm
Exhibition Opening
Sponsored by Solar Turbines, Tremco Pipeline Equipment

Darwin Convention Centre | Hall 1 & 2
Stokes Hill Road, Darwin NT

7.30pm – 11.00pm
Opening Dinner
Sponsored by Baker Hughes, Bao Steel, Jemena, MNG Land Partners, Vacuworx

Darwin Convention Centre | Hall 3 & 4
Stokes Hill Road, Darwin NT

The 2026 APGA Exhibition will officially kick off with a standout networking event. The Opening Dinner—always a Convention highlight—promises an evening of fine food, great wine, lively entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere. Make sure you are part of this unforgettable start to the week.

11.00pm - Midnight
Happy Hour

The Precinct
7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin NT

MONDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2026

7.00pm – 11.00pm
Monday Fancy Dress Party Night
Sponsored by Solar Turbines, Tremco Pipeline Equipment

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
3 Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, Darwin NT

This year’s Fancy Dress Party will take place at Mindil Beach Casino Resort, one of Darwin’s premier waterfront destinations. Set against the stunning backdrop of Mindil Beach and tropical sunsets over the Timor Sea, it’s the perfect location for our main celebration of the week. With its vibrant atmosphere, exceptional facilities, and unbeatable setting, guests can look forward to an unforgettable night of fun, flair, and festivity.

Our theme (and accompanying poem) is:

Dress the Territory

In Darwin’s heat, where the day softens slow,
And the harbour holds sunsets the south will never know,
We set aside the rulebook, the tie and the norm,
And dress for the place where the wet meets the warm.

You might arrive as a local, sun-hardened and free,
A fisher, a ranger, a market-day scene.
Or echo the harbour, the mangroves, the storm,
In patterns and palettes that quietly perform.

Be creature or climate, be dry season calm,
Or wet season chaos with thunderous charm.
From sunsets to cyclones, from crocs to the trees,
Let Darwin’s wild rhythm move into your ease.

So come as you are, or as Darwin inspires,
In corporate undone or in sun-soaked attire.
Tonight we celebrate the place we’re standing in—
Dress the Territory. Let the night begin.

Coaches will depart all hotels at: 6.45pm
Coaches will return from: 10.30pm

 

11.00pm - Midnight
Happy Hour
The Precinct
7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin NT

TUESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 2026

7.00pm – 11.00pm
Tuesday APGA Annual Dinner
Austrack Equipment, Bao Steel, Denso Australia, Inductabend Pty Ltd, McConnell Dowell Constructors, Tremco Pipeline Equipment

Darwin Convention Centre | Hall 3 & 4
Stokes Hill Road, Darwin NT

The APGA Gala Dinner is a highlight of the Convention—a sophisticated evening of celebration, fine dining, and exceptional entertainment. Set within the renowned Darwin Convention Centre, this year’s event promises an unforgettable experience featuring outstanding cuisine, premium wines, and a captivating program of entertainment. Prepare for a night of elegance, connection, and celebration.

11.00pm - Midnight
Happy Hour
Sponsored by CNC Project Management

The Precinct
7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin NT

 

DRESS CODE

 

Gardens Park Golf Links Appropriate golf attire, including collared shirt and soft spiked shoes (running shoes will suffice). Denim or elastic waist sport shorts are not permitted.	Welcome Reception, Darwin Harbour Cruise Smart casual flat shoes are highly recommended
Sunday Get-Together, Berry Springs Casual clothing and a swimsuit if you want to jump in the river. Delegates are encouraged to dress for a warm day with sunscreen and a hat.	Opening Dinner, Darwin Convention Centre Cocktail attire
Fancy Dress Night, Mindil Beach Casino Resort Fancy dress costumes recommended. This year’s theme is: Dress the Territory	APGA Annual Dinner, Darwin Convention Centre Formal evening/Black tie attire.
Business Sessions, Darwin Convention Centre Business attire.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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