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Australian Distillers Association holds events for Members to attend. The highlight is the Annual conference which is held in a different city each year. 

The 2025 conference dates are 31 March to 2 April 2025!

The Australian Distillers Association also holds webinars on key topics for members to participate in and we will launch our new program shortly.

Registration for all our events is essential as limited places are available.

Please select from the events listed below to register and ensure your booking.

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Booking terms and conditions apply.
Please review our event terms and conditions.


Upcoming events

    • 1 Apr 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • 2 Apr 2025
    • 11:00 PM
    • The Star, Gold Coast - Broadbeach Island Broadbeach Queensland 4218
    Register

    As we celebrate 21 years of the Australian Distillers Association, our 2025 Conference will have a particular focus on brand building and distributing your product in challenging conditions

    Join 500 of your colleagues on the Gold Coast for a two-day Conference and Trade Show on 1 & 2 April 2025, with an optional (but strongly encouraged!) additional day of distillery tours on 31 March 2025.

    We are putting together an exceptional lineup of speakers and panellists that will give you the tools to grow your business, build your brand, sell more product, and position your distillery for success.

    We’ve listened to your feedback from last year and have made sure all conference events are scheduled during the work week, with extra time to meet with exhibitors and network with your colleagues.

    There’s something for everyone – whether you’re a small or large producer, a distiller, brand owner or marketeer. So, bring your whole team!

    The 2025 Conference promises to be our best yet.

    Register now to access exclusive Members Only early bird tickets.

    I look forward to seeing you there.

    Paul McLeay
    Chief Executive

    MAIN CONFERENCE PAGE

    Program Overview.

    Here's what you need to know.

    • Monday 31st March : Distillery Tours (optional)
    • Tuesday 1st April : Conference, Trade show, and Drinks
    • Wednesday 2nd April : Conference, Trade Show, and Gala Party

    Ticket Price: Early Bird $600 +gst before 31 January 2025

    Location : The Star, Broadbeach Island, Broadbeach QLD 4218

    Tickets

    BOOK YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW!

    Your Conference ticket will include access to the following:

    • Conference 
    • Welcome Drinks and Trade Show
    • Gala Party
    • Regional Tours (additional price)

      You also have the opportunity to book additional gala dinner tickets for your partners, colleagues and friends who could not make it to the conference.

      Conference Program

      Your full conference program can be found on our conference pages.

      Accommodation

      We have secured exceptional rates at two hotels on Broadbeach island. Details of the Conference accommodation are on the conference pages.

      Sponsors

      If you are interested in supporting the Australian Distillers Association 2025 conference please contact us here and we will be happy to discuss the sponsorship opportunities available to you.

    Past events

    9 Jan 2025 Member Briefing Session for Federal Election Campaign
    9 Dec 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Melbourne
    5 Dec 2024 QDA Christmas Party generously sponsored By Long Rays
    5 Dec 2024 The Annual General Meeting of the Queensland Distillers Association Inc.
    4 Dec 2024 Member Only Event - NSW|ACT Distillers "End of Year UNDER BOND"
    12 Nov 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Prohibition Liquor Co
    31 Oct 2024 Webinar - The Distillery Profit Tap (How to Run a Profitable Distillery Even In Tough Times)
    30 Oct 2024 MasterClass on Whisky and Yeast by Fermentis
    24 Oct 2024 Distillers SA 2024 Conference
    21 Oct 2024 Australian Women in Distilling Association Conference
    3 Oct 2024 NSW|ACT event - eComm Know-How with Archie Rose's Will Edwards
    22 Sep 2024 TWSA AGM & State Conference 2024
    17 Sep 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Western Australia - Perth
    16 Sep 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Western Australia - Perth
    16 Sep 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Tasmania
    12 Sep 2024 Distilled Spirits Aotearoa Conference 24
    11 Sep 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Melbourne
    5 Sep 2024 Dollars Making Sense - costings and cashflow.
    2 Sep 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Melbourne
    20 Aug 2024 Excise Duties - WorkSafe Webinar - ATO Excise Compliance
    15 Aug 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Gold Coast
    14 Aug 2024 Member Only Event - NSW|ACT Distillers "Under Bond Winter" gathering
    7 Aug 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Bundaberg
    4 Aug 2024 2024 Spirits Victoria Conference
    18 Jul 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Morris Whisky
    17 Jul 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Kilderkin Distillery
    4 Jul 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Sunshine Coast
    2 Jul 2024 Spirits Educator Masterclass Tasting Calibration with Nicholas King – Head of Research & Curriculum – Spirits
    27 Jun 2024 London Dry Gin under the microscope - understand the tools you can utilise to craft and define unique products and provide a real point of difference in a crowded marketplace.
    26 Jun 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Archie Rose
    25 Jun 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Archie Rose
    5 Jun 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Prohibition Liquor Co
    4 Jun 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Prohibition Liquor Co
    29 May 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Patient Wolf Distillery
    28 May 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Starward Distillery
    27 May 2024 2024 AGM
    20 May 2024 NEW HR Advisor Services Launch - What You Need to Know.
    28 Apr 2024 20th Anniversary Conference
    17 Apr 2024 Parliamentary Inquiry Workshop - Online Meeting with WADG and Australian Distillers
    17 Apr 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Mornington
    16 Apr 2024 Parliamentary Inquiry Workshop - Online Meeting with SVA and Australian Distillers
    16 Apr 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Geelong
    15 Apr 2024 Parliamentary Inquiry Workshop - Online Meeting with DSA and Australian Distillers
    15 Apr 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Melbourne
    12 Apr 2024 Parliamentary Inquiry - Online Meeting with Co-Convenors of NSW|ACT Distillers
    11 Apr 2024 Parliamentary Inquiry Workshop - Online Meeting with QDA and Australian Distillers
    4 Apr 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - Ballarat
    3 Apr 2024 Introduction to Distillery Safety - High Country
    7 Dec 2023 QDA Christmas Drinks and launch of QLD Distillery Trail
    7 Dec 2023 NSW|ACT Distillers "Under Bond" gathering
    22 Nov 2023 Parliamentary Inquiry - Cost & Competitiveness Town Hall Meeting
    20 Nov 2023 Parliamentary Inquiry - Sustainability Town Hall Meeting
    20 Nov 2023 The Annual General Meeting of the Queensland Distillers Association Inc.
    16 Nov 2023 Parliamentary Inquiry - Regulatory Framework Town Hall Meeting
    10 Nov 2023 Parliamentary Inquiry - Exports Town Hall Meeting
    9 Nov 2023 Parliamentary Inquiry - Jobs & Skills Town Hall Meeting
    28 Oct 2023 Queensland Rum Day
    27 Oct 2023 Distillers South Australia Conference
    5 Oct 2023 IBD SE QLD Regional Event at Milton Rum Distillery
    26 Sep 2023 QDA - September Professional Development - Safety Audits
    14 Sep 2023 Promoting Wellbeing and Help-Seeking Resources at Work
    29 Aug 2023 Navigating mental health strategies for your workplace
    24 Aug 2023 QDA - August Professional Development
    7 Aug 2023 Spirits Victoria Annual Conference
    26 Jun 2023 How can rapid sensory methods and chemical profiling help ensure the quality, safety, and compliance of the spirits you produce?
    20 Jun 2023 SASPA Members Event - Visit to Affinity Labs
    7 Jun 2023 Promoting Wellbeing and Help-Seeking Resources at Work
    28 Mar 2023 Distillery Tour 5 - City - Small urban
    28 Mar 2023 Distillery Tour 2 - City Fringe
    28 Mar 2023 Distillery Tour 1 - Bellarine Peninsula
    28 Mar 2023 Distillery Tour 4 - Mornington Peninsula
    28 Mar 2023 Distillery Tour 3 - Yarra
    26 Mar 2023 2023 Australian Distillers Association Conference
    25 Mar 2023 The Australian Whisky Show
    8 Mar 2023 International Women's Day Event 2023 | Women of Australian Distilling - Partner Event
    7 Nov 2022 AGM
    5 Sep 2022 Sustainability Certification - What, Why and How
    17 Aug 2022 Scotch Whisky Association Presentation
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