WDC - International Women's Day Luncheon

To celebrate International Women’s Day 2026, we invite you to join us in person to honour women's achievements and empower one another at WDC's third annual IWD Luncheon.

The Women’s Defence Connection was formed to continue the tradition by fostering diversity and equality in the defence industry, creating a supportive networking group open to all.

Held in the beautiful surrounds of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne, this event is a great opportunity to meet and mix with industry peers, hear from an inspirational keynote speaker, and enjoy a delicious two-course lunch and a glass of welcome bubbles.

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July

The fourth annual Australian Defence Magazine South Australia Defence Summit will taking place Tuesday 7th July, Adelaide Convention Centre.

ADM Women in Defence and National Security Breakfast proudly hosted by I’ve Got Your 6 Foundation with the theme of Empowering Women.

The Queensland Defence Summit will bring together government, industry, academics and policy experts to examine Australia’s defence capabilities and strategic requirements spanning Far North Queensland and the broader Pacific.

October

The Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition has announced the 2026 edition of Australia’s largest land defence trade event will be held in Perth, Western Australia, from 6-8 October 2026. 

KADEX 2026, one of the largest defence industry exhibitions in Korea, is happening from 6 October to 10 October 2026.

The next ADM Women’s Walk will take place at Land Forces in Perth on the 7th October 2026.

The 4th Annual ADM Western Australia Defence Summit will take place at the Ritz Carlton Perth on 9 October 2026.

December

Adelaide has been confirmed as the host city for Undersea Defence Technology in 2026.