Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro to address the 2026 APGA Convention & Exhibition
APGA is pleased to welcome The Honourable Lia Finocchiaro MLA, Chief Minister of the Northern Territory, as a government speaker at the 2026 APGA Convention & Exhibition in Darwin from 5–8 September.
Bringing the Convention to Darwin provides an important opportunity for Australia’s pipeline and gas industry to engage directly with the Northern Territory Government and consider the Territory’s role in Australia’s future energy, infrastructure and economic development.
The Chief Minister will address Convention delegates as part of the program, bringing a Northern Territory Government perspective to an audience of pipeline owners and operators, contractors, suppliers, engineers, technical specialists, researchers and industry leaders from across Australia.
We are delighted to have the Chief Minister joining us in Darwin and look forward to welcoming her to Convention.
The Honourable Lia Finocchiaro MLA
Minister for Minister for Police | Minister for Fire and Emergency Services | Minister for Defence NT | Minister for Territory Coordinator| Member for Spillett
Lia Finocchiaro is a born and bred Territorian with an enduring love for the Territory.
She is focused on rebuilding the Territory and restoring our reputation as a great place to live, work, visit and invest. Lia understands the huge
responsibility she carries to help grow the Territory for future generations, and will fiercely protect the Territory lifestyle and fight to deliver a strong
economy.
Elected to Parliament in August 2012 at the age of 27, Mrs Finocchiaro has served in many roles including Deputy Leader, Government Whip, Chair of the Public Accounts Committee and member of the Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee.
She became Leader of the Opposition in February 2020 leading the party to grow from two members to an eight member strong parliamentary team, at the August 2020 General Election. Over the last four years, her team has proven itself to be a formidable and effective alternative government.
In August 2024, Mrs Finocchiaro became the CLP’s first female Chief Minister of the Northern Territory, leading the party to a resounding win at
the general election, resulting in 17 CLP members being elected.
Lia Finocchiaro is a proud local, growing up and attending local primary and senior schools before obtaining two Bachelor degrees (Law and International Studies) in Adelaide. After her return to the Territory, her professional career included working with a top tier national law firm and then a smaller local firm, specializing in commercial litigation.
Prior to joining politics, the Chief Minister was named as an Australian of the Year Young Achiever (NT) finalist for her leadership as President of
Business and Professional Women (Darwin) and Secretary of the Palmerston Regional Business Association.
The Chief Minister is focused on the priorities she and her team have brought to government – reduce crime, rebuild the economy and restore our
lifestyle.
Outside of politics the Chief Minister enjoys the unique NT lifestyle with her two beautiful children, Isaac and Isla and her husband, Sam.
Join us in Darwin
The 2026 APGA Convention & Exhibition brings together hundreds of professionals from across Australia’s pipeline and gas sector for four days of industry discussion, technical learning, networking and connection.
With leaders from industry and government joining the program, an extensive technical agenda, a comprehensive industry exhibition and a full calendar of networking and social events, Convention remains APGA’s flagship annual gathering and one of the most important opportunities of the year to connect with the people shaping our industry.
2026 APGA Convention & Exhibition
5–8 September 2026
Darwin Convention Centre
Registrations are still available. Secure your place and join us in Darwin for the 2026 APGA Convention & Exhibition.