The National Safety Conference is the flagship event of the NSCA Foundation and the leading gathering for work health and safety professionals across Australia. Held over three dynamic days, the conference delivers a forward-thinking program designed to challenge, inspire and equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to drive safer, healthier, and more resilient workplaces.

From innovative safety technologies and regulatory insights to mental health and wellbeing, the 2026 National Safety Conference will explore the trends shaping the future of work health and safety.

Join us in Sydney for the 2026 National Safety Conference — where the future of safety begins..

Networking opportunities: This years conference bring together global professionals, experts and leaders from various industries and sectors, creating an ideal environment for networking. You can connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences and build relationships that may lead to collaborations, partnership, or future career opportunities.

Knowledge sharing and learning: The National Safety Conference offers a platform to learn from Industry experts through keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops and presentations. You can gain insights into the latest trends, best practices and innovative strategies related to safety management, risk assessment, psychosocial studies and much more!.

Access to industry resources: The conference will feature an exhibition area where you can meet industry suppliers, vendors and service providers

Regulatory updates and compliance: Staying up to date with safety regulations and compliance requirements is crucial for organisations across industries and states. The National Safety Conference offers a dedicated Regulatory Panel with representatives from states across Australia

Overall, attending the National Safety Conference 2026 can expand your professional network, enhance your knowledge and skills, provide access to valuable resources, keep you updated on regulatory changes and contribute to your own professional development.

NSCA Foundation is a not for profit, member-based association with a vision focused on helping organisations protect your most important asset — your people.

Since 1927, we have continued to inspire, educate, inform and engage the Australian work health and safety profession to create and sustain safe and healthy workplaces.

We enable professional development through in-person events, webinars, latest updates on industry developments through the Safe-T-Bulletin and the National Safety magazine, networking opportunities, and online resources.