When and where is AusRAIL 2026?

From 23 to 25 November 2026 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Queensland.

How much does the conference cost?

Late rates from 24 October 2026 are AUD 2,395 for ARA members, AUD 1,895 for ARA young professionals (35 or under) and AUD 2,850 for non-members. Group rates are available.

Can I visit the exhibition only?

Yes. Exhibition visitor registration is free and opens on 9 November 2026.

Does it count towards CPD?

The programme offers 10 hours of CPD, which eligible Engineers Australia members may be able to claim.

AusRAIL 2026

Name: AusRAIL 2026
Start: 2026-11-23T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-25T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC)

About this event

AusRAIL is the national conference and exhibition of the Australasian Railway Association (ARA), the peak body for rail in Australia and New Zealand. The 2026 edition brings the rail industry together at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre for three days of conference sessions, a rail exhibition, networking functions and industry connections, with proceeds reinvested by the ARA into the industry.

What's on

A conference programme on passenger and freight rail, infrastructure delivery, rolling stock, technology and workforce, alongside an exhibition of rail suppliers. The programme offers 10 hours of continuing professional development, which eligible Engineers Australia members may be able to claim.

Who attends

Rail operators, government transport agencies, infrastructure builders, rolling stock manufacturers, signalling and technology suppliers, consultants and young rail professionals from across Australia and New Zealand. The exhibition is free to visit, with visitor registration opening on 9 November 2026.

Tickets & passes

Exhibition visitor — Free: Free; registration opens 9 November 2026
ARA member, full — AUD 2,395: Late rate from 24 October 2026
ARA young professional (35 or under), full — AUD 1,895: Late rate from 24 October 2026
Non-member, full — AUD 2,850: Late rate from 24 October 2026
Accepted abstract presenter, Wednesday — AUD 995

AusRAIL 2026 is an Industrial Engineering event taking place 23-25 Nov 2026 at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), Brisbane, Australia.