- 27 - 29 October 2026
- ICC Sydney
You will now be kept up-to-date with the latest industry news, invitations to events and special-offers.
Offering a world-class program for three days of action-packed takeaways, insightful discussions and inspiring keynote presentations from top industry executives.
By attending IMARC, you may be eligible for CPD hours. Find out more here.
Jannawi Dance Clan
Private Company
The Innovation & Investment Alley roundtables at IMARC offer a unique platform for groups of emerging tech innovators to highlight their cutting-edge products and services tailored for the mining sector. These intimate discussions, for audiences to listen in on, connect participants from the Alley with venture capitalists, corporate venture teams, and/or mining innovation leaders. It’s a rare opportunity to demonstrate capability, explore collaboration, and align breakthrough solutions with real industry needs; driving the future of mining through innovation.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: AusIMM Exhibition Booth, #F31
Meet other NextGen Leader attendees at the AusIMM Exhibition booth each day, as well as the team at AusIMM. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) is the peak body and trusted voice for professionals working in the resources sector.
Location: Level 3, Room 3.7
Rae O’Brien was appointed Thiess Group Executive – Australia East in February 2024. With 30 years’ mining experience in site and corporate operational management, technical, business planning, risk, and strategy functions, Rae is a respected mining industry leader with extensive experience. Her career has been focused on holistic management, understanding and integrating disparate functions within an operation or company, addressing key operational and technical risks, understanding key value drivers for business decisions, as well as organisational culture. Rae’s academic achievements include a Master of Business Administration, a Bachelor of Mining Engineering, and various accreditations from the NSW Coal Qualifications Board. She served as the Voluntary Chair of ACARP (Australian Coal Association Research Program) – an initiative focused on the future of sustainable coal mining, which Thiess is actively pursuing, and was appointed Chairperson of the ACRL Board after being an active committee member for several years.
Beginning a professional journey, whether in a general role or a specialised field like the mining industry, requires more than technical know-how. It’s about developing the interpersonal and confidence skills that help you communicate effectively, work well with others, and handle the demands of a dynamic work environment. In industries like mining, where teamwork, safety, and adaptability are critical, these human-centered skills can be just as important as your hands-on training. Whether you end up working in operations, engineering, administration, or on-site support, these essential skills will help you succeed and grow in your role.
Gain a practical understanding of the mining industry, including everyday realities, common misconceptions, and how to prepare for and handle the challenges that come with a career in mining. This panel will include a mix of industry personalities. We will look at the realities of the job, addressing the public stigma of mining, gain some general advice on facing and managing challenges onsite, and look at what career paths are available.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Enjoy your first lunch together with other NextGen Leaders.
The Innovation & Investment Alley roundtables at IMARC offer a unique platform for groups of emerging tech innovators to highlight their cutting-edge products and services tailored for the mining sector. These intimate discussions, for audiences to listen in on, connect participants from the Alley with venture capitalists, corporate venture teams, and/or mining innovation leaders. It’s a rare opportunity to demonstrate capability, explore collaboration, and align breakthrough solutions with real industry needs; driving the future of mining through innovation.
Location: Level 3, Room 3.6
Austmine is bringing together IMARC NextGen Leaders and top industry professionals for a dynamic Speed Connect Networking session. Two industry executives will be seated at each table with eight NextGen Leader participants. Attendees will rotate through the tables and gain a variety of insights from industry professionals who will share their unique career journeys, discuss exciting industry challenges, and uncover emerging opportunities in the resources and METS sectors. Attendees will walk away with practical tips on networking, building a successful career and making their mark in the industry.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Afternoon Tea & Networking
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Meeting Point: Start at the IMARC Info Desk
NextGen Leaders Guided IMARC Expo Walk-Through
NextGen Leaders signed up for Day One’s Guided IMARC Expo Walk-Through will visit five (5) booths across the 20,000sqm exhibition floor, showcasing some of the industry’s tech, innovation and projects. Your guide will also provide industry insights along the way.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Locations: Engagement Lounge or Collaboration Lounge
Join the IMARC Delegates for an end of day Networking Reception at either of the main Delegate Lounges on the Exhibition Floor.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: AusIMM Exhibition Booth, #F31
AusIMM Daily Meet & Greet
Meet other NextGen Leader attendees at the AusIMM Exhibition booth each day, as well as the team at AusIMM. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) is the peak body and trusted voice for professionals working in the resources sector.
Presented by Unearthed, in collaboration with Founders Factory, bringing together mining innovation and world-class venture creation experience; discover how miners of all sizes can influence capital flow, accelerate deep tech, and unlock opportunities within and beyond traditional venture routes.
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Enjoy your lunch together with other NextGen Leaders.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Various
Location: Level 3, Room E3.9
The Innovation & Investment Alley roundtables at IMARC offer a unique platform for groups of emerging tech innovators to highlight their cutting-edge products and services tailored for the mining sector. These intimate discussions, for audiences to listen in on, connect participants from the Alley with venture capitalists, corporate venture teams, and/or mining innovation leaders. It’s a rare opportunity to demonstrate capability, explore collaboration, and align breakthrough solutions with real industry needs; driving the future of mining through innovation.
Private Company
Private Company
Private Company
Private Company
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Level 3, Room E3.9
This session explores the critical transition from technical roles to leadership positions in the mining industry. It aims to provide practical insights for early-career professionals and students on how to navigate this shift successfully.
Session Objectives
Speakers:
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Locations: Engagement Lounge or Collaboration Lounge
Join the IMARC Delegates for an end of day Networking Reception at either of the main Delegate Lounges on the Exhibition Floor.
Private Company
Private Company
Location: AusIMM Exhibition Booth, #F31
AusIMM Daily Meet & Greet
Meet other NextGen Leader attendees at the AusIMM Exhibition booth each day, as well as the team at AusIMM. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) is the peak body and trusted voice for professionals working in the resources sector.
METS companies within IMARC's Innovation & Investment Zone, offering innovative solutions to address mining challenges, on and off the field, battle it out on the Mining Innovation Theatre for the METS Innovation Pitch Battle title. Five selected companies from the Zone will have the opportunity to pitch their products to mining and investor judges in this fast-paced Shark Tank like session.
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Enjoy your lunch together with other NextGen Leaders.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Various
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Jannawi Dance Clan
Private Company
The Innovation & Investment Alley roundtables at IMARC offer a unique platform for groups of emerging tech innovators to highlight their cutting-edge products and services tailored for the mining sector. These intimate discussions, for audiences to listen in on, connect participants from the Alley with venture capitalists, corporate venture teams, and/or mining innovation leaders. It’s a rare opportunity to demonstrate capability, explore collaboration, and align breakthrough solutions with real industry needs; driving the future of mining through innovation.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: AusIMM Exhibition Booth, #F31
Meet other NextGen Leader attendees at the AusIMM Exhibition booth each day, as well as the team at AusIMM. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) is the peak body and trusted voice for professionals working in the resources sector.
Location: Level 3, Room 3.7
Rae O’Brien was appointed Thiess Group Executive – Australia East in February 2024. With 30 years’ mining experience in site and corporate operational management, technical, business planning, risk, and strategy functions, Rae is a respected mining industry leader with extensive experience. Her career has been focused on holistic management, understanding and integrating disparate functions within an operation or company, addressing key operational and technical risks, understanding key value drivers for business decisions, as well as organisational culture. Rae’s academic achievements include a Master of Business Administration, a Bachelor of Mining Engineering, and various accreditations from the NSW Coal Qualifications Board. She served as the Voluntary Chair of ACARP (Australian Coal Association Research Program) – an initiative focused on the future of sustainable coal mining, which Thiess is actively pursuing, and was appointed Chairperson of the ACRL Board after being an active committee member for several years.
Beginning a professional journey, whether in a general role or a specialised field like the mining industry, requires more than technical know-how. It’s about developing the interpersonal and confidence skills that help you communicate effectively, work well with others, and handle the demands of a dynamic work environment. In industries like mining, where teamwork, safety, and adaptability are critical, these human-centered skills can be just as important as your hands-on training. Whether you end up working in operations, engineering, administration, or on-site support, these essential skills will help you succeed and grow in your role.
Gain a practical understanding of the mining industry, including everyday realities, common misconceptions, and how to prepare for and handle the challenges that come with a career in mining. This panel will include a mix of industry personalities. We will look at the realities of the job, addressing the public stigma of mining, gain some general advice on facing and managing challenges onsite, and look at what career paths are available.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Enjoy your first lunch together with other NextGen Leaders.
The Innovation & Investment Alley roundtables at IMARC offer a unique platform for groups of emerging tech innovators to highlight their cutting-edge products and services tailored for the mining sector. These intimate discussions, for audiences to listen in on, connect participants from the Alley with venture capitalists, corporate venture teams, and/or mining innovation leaders. It’s a rare opportunity to demonstrate capability, explore collaboration, and align breakthrough solutions with real industry needs; driving the future of mining through innovation.
Location: Level 3, Room 3.6
Austmine is bringing together IMARC NextGen Leaders and top industry professionals for a dynamic Speed Connect Networking session. Two industry executives will be seated at each table with eight NextGen Leader participants. Attendees will rotate through the tables and gain a variety of insights from industry professionals who will share their unique career journeys, discuss exciting industry challenges, and uncover emerging opportunities in the resources and METS sectors. Attendees will walk away with practical tips on networking, building a successful career and making their mark in the industry.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Afternoon Tea & Networking
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Meeting Point: Start at the IMARC Info Desk
NextGen Leaders Guided IMARC Expo Walk-Through
NextGen Leaders signed up for Day One’s Guided IMARC Expo Walk-Through will visit five (5) booths across the 20,000sqm exhibition floor, showcasing some of the industry’s tech, innovation and projects. Your guide will also provide industry insights along the way.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Locations: Engagement Lounge or Collaboration Lounge
Join the IMARC Delegates for an end of day Networking Reception at either of the main Delegate Lounges on the Exhibition Floor.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: AusIMM Exhibition Booth, #F31
AusIMM Daily Meet & Greet
Meet other NextGen Leader attendees at the AusIMM Exhibition booth each day, as well as the team at AusIMM. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) is the peak body and trusted voice for professionals working in the resources sector.
Presented by Unearthed, in collaboration with Founders Factory, bringing together mining innovation and world-class venture creation experience; discover how miners of all sizes can influence capital flow, accelerate deep tech, and unlock opportunities within and beyond traditional venture routes.
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Enjoy your lunch together with other NextGen Leaders.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Various
Location: Level 3, Room E3.9
The Innovation & Investment Alley roundtables at IMARC offer a unique platform for groups of emerging tech innovators to highlight their cutting-edge products and services tailored for the mining sector. These intimate discussions, for audiences to listen in on, connect participants from the Alley with venture capitalists, corporate venture teams, and/or mining innovation leaders. It’s a rare opportunity to demonstrate capability, explore collaboration, and align breakthrough solutions with real industry needs; driving the future of mining through innovation.
Private Company
Private Company
Private Company
Private Company
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Location: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Level 3, Room E3.9
This session explores the critical transition from technical roles to leadership positions in the mining industry. It aims to provide practical insights for early-career professionals and students on how to navigate this shift successfully.
Session Objectives
Speakers:
Location: Global Opportunities Theatre: Level 3, Room E3.1 and E3.2
Locations: Engagement Lounge or Collaboration Lounge
Join the IMARC Delegates for an end of day Networking Reception at either of the main Delegate Lounges on the Exhibition Floor.
Private Company
Private Company
Location: AusIMM Exhibition Booth, #F31
AusIMM Daily Meet & Greet
Meet other NextGen Leader attendees at the AusIMM Exhibition booth each day, as well as the team at AusIMM. The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) is the peak body and trusted voice for professionals working in the resources sector.
METS companies within IMARC's Innovation & Investment Zone, offering innovative solutions to address mining challenges, on and off the field, battle it out on the Mining Innovation Theatre for the METS Innovation Pitch Battle title. Five selected companies from the Zone will have the opportunity to pitch their products to mining and investor judges in this fast-paced Shark Tank like session.
Location: Engagement Lounge on Exhibition Floor
Enjoy your lunch together with other NextGen Leaders.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
Location: Various
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
IMARC's Talk It Forward Dialogue Tables provide a platform for engaging in challenging conversations and discussing pivotal issues that will drive the mining industry forward in an open roundtable setting. Attendees can sit around the main table to gain insights into discussions on important topics, listening to the table of 10 speakers.
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Australia's largest mining event connecting global mining leaders with technology, finance and the future.
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Leveraging off the scale of Australia's largest mining event to bring an unrivalled network of thousands of investors to Sydney.
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