End of Year Networking – Melbourne
Platform 28 82 Village St, Docklands, VIC🎉 AACS End of Year Networking Drinks! 🎉 We’re excited to invite all AACS members to join us as we raise a glass to all that has been achieved within in the industry in 2025 and as we look ahead to 2026. 🗓 When: Wednesday, 19th November. From 3:00pm, concludes at 6:00pm. 📍 Where: Platform 28 👥 Who: AACS members only 🍻 What: Great drinks, great people, and an afternoon of networking & fun! Join us for an afternoon of conversation and camaraderie over drinks and nibbles. We look forward to celebrating the year’s successes with you! REGISTER HERE
End of Year Networking – Brisbane
Portside Social Portside Wharf, Shop 4 10/39 Hercules St, Hamilton, Queensland, Australia🎉 AACS End of Year Networking Drinks! 🎉 We’re excited to invite all AACS members to join us as we raise a glass to all that has been achieved within in the industry in 2025 and as we look ahead to 2026. 🗓 When: Thursday, 27th November. From 3:00pm, concludes at 6:00pm. 📍 Where: Portside Social, Portside Wharf, Shop 4 10/39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007 👥 Who: AACS members only 🍻 What: Great drinks, great people, and an afternoon of networking & fun! Join us for an afternoon of conversation and camaraderie over drinks and nibbles. We look forward to celebrating the year’s successes with you! REGISTER HERE
Women in Convenience Breakfast at Connect 26
For the first time, Women in Convenience are hosting a networking breakfast at Connect 26! When: Wednesday, 18th March. From 7:45am - 10:00pm Where: Level 4, Room C4.4, ICC Sydney (Convention side of the ICC) Who: AACS members only ☕What: A networking breakfast to kick off Connect 26, where you can then head to the C&I Expo afterwards!
Connect 26 – Co-locating with C&I Expo – ICC Sydney
ICC Sydney 14 Darling Dr, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaConnect 26 is the biggest event for Convenience Retailing in Australia and in 2026 AACS is co-locating with the C&I Expo at the ICC Sydney. The Summit attracts over 600 industry delegates to hear from experienced thought leaders from Australia and around the globe. During the Summit, attendees will receive the latest industry update, including the 2025 State of Industry presentation, and learn about the latest trends in convenience from Australia and globally. The Summit will be followed by our Awards Gala with over 700 industry attendees. Here, we celebrate success and award the best of the best of our Retailers and Suppliers. Sponsorship of this event will provide you with excellent brand exposure and an opportunity to showcase new lines, reinforce your brand messaging, sample new products and support the industry. In 2026, attendees can also register to attend the C&I Expo on Tuesday, 17 and Wednesday, 18 March.…
Women in Convenience Panel – Sydney
The Brighton Hotel Sydney - MGallery Collection 2 Princess Street, Brighton Le Sands, New South Wales, AustraliaBe part of the conversation shaping the future of our industry. This August, AACS Women in Convenience invites you to a series of engaging Multi-Generational Panel Conversations across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. These sessions will bring together voices from across the industry to share perspectives, experiences and insights on navigating careers, leadership and change across generations. Proudly supported by CMA, Patties Food Group, PepsiCo, The Distributors, The Handmade Food Co and UCB, all AACS members are welcome to attend our Women in Convenience Panel. AGENDA 3:00pm - Networking and arrivals 3:45pm - Panel 4:45pm - Drinks and bites If you register and are unable to attend, please let us know for catering purposes. REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989189070056?aff=oddtdtcreator We look forward to seeing you there!
Women in Convenience Panel – Melbourne
Pan Pacific 2 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, Melbourne, AustraliaBe part of the conversation shaping the future of our industry. This August, AACS Women in Convenience invites you to a series of engaging Multi-Generational Panel Conversations across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. These sessions will bring together voices from across the industry to share perspectives, experiences and insights on navigating careers, leadership and change across generations. Proudly supported by CMA, Patties Food Group, PepsiCo, The Distributors, The Handmade Food Co and UCB, all AACS members are welcome to attend our Women in Convenience Panel. AGENDA 3:00pm - Networking and arrivals 3:45pm - Panel 4:45pm - Drinks and bites If you register and are unable to attend, please let us know for catering purposes. REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989202383878?aff=oddtdtcreator We look forward to seeing you there!
Mid-Year State of Industry Report Launch – Melbourne
Crown Melbourne 8 Whiteman St, Southbank, VIC, AustraliaAACS would like to invite all members to attend the presentation and release of the 2026 Mid Year State of Industry Report. Find out how the industry is performing for the first 6 months of 2026 and hear insights into the latest trends affecting convenience retailing. We are holding in person events in both Sydney and Melbourne - attendance is free and you must be an AACS member. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1982834732060?aff=oddtdtcreator
Mid-Year State of Industry Report Launch – Sydney
Pullman Sydney Airport 191 O'Riordan St, Mascot, NSW, AustraliaAACS would like to invite all members to attend the presentation and release of the 2026 Mid Year State of Industry Report. Find out how the industry is performing for the first 6 months of 2026 and hear insights into the latest trends affecting convenience retailing. We are holding in person events in both Sydney and Melbourne - attendance is free and you must be an AACS member. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1982835146299?aff=oddtdtcreator
Women in Convenience Panel and Mid Year State of Industry Update – Brisbane
Bisou Bisou at Hotel X 458 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, Queensland, AustraliaBe part of the conversation shaping the future of our industry. This August, AACS Women in Convenience invites you to a series of engaging Multi-Generational Panel Conversations across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. These sessions will bring together voices from across the industry to share perspectives, experiences and insights on navigating careers, leadership and change across generations. Plus, for the first time, the Mid Year State of Industry Update will be delivered in Brisbane. Proudly supported by CMA, Patties Food Group, PepsiCo, The Distributors, The Handmade Food Co and UCB, all AACS members are welcome to attend our Women in Convenience Panel. AGENDA 2:00pm - Arrival and networking 2.30pm - Mid Year State of Industry Update 3.00pm - Refresh break 3.05pm - Panel 4.05pm - Drinks and bites If you register and are unable to attend, please let us know for catering purposes. REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1989202795108?aff=oddtdtcreator We look forward to seeing…
Down Under Study Tour – South East Queensland
Set against the vibrant backdrop of South East Queensland, this tour will showcase some of Australia’s most exciting convenience stores, service stations, and small format retail operations across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and surrounding regions. You’ll gain fresh insights into local market trends, operational best practices, and retail innovations, while connecting with senior executives and industry peers. REGISTRATION OPENS MID 2026 Dates subject to change