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New Professionals Network

The New Professionals Network is a free community for resources professionals in the first five years of their careers.

Grow your network and accelerate your development in 2026 with 30+ dedicated New Professionals Network events across four dynamic formats: Coffee Connections, Industry Insight Symposiums, Mining Minds Mixers, and Industry Connect Virtual Forums.

Engage in keynote presentations, panel discussions, Q&As and practical learning sessions — plus connect with industry peers, business leaders and emerging experts in welcoming, low‑pressure environments.

Join free today to be the first notified when event registrations open, and gain immediate access to the exclusive resource “5 Key Pillars of Successful Leadership in Mining."

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Connect and upskill in 2026

The New Professionals Network features four key event formats delivered across Australia — and online — throughout 2026. These include the Industry Insight Symposium Series, Mining Minds Mixers, the Coffee Connections Series and the fully online Industry Connect Virtual Forum. Click through to learn more about each format.

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Industry Insight Symposium

Through this exciting learning format, emerging leaders will hear a keynote address from a distinguished speaker offering valuable perspectives on a topical issue. Afterwards, attendees can enjoy relaxed networking with peers and business leaders. Sessions will take place in Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne.

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Coffee Connections

This thoughtfully curated breakfast gathering is exclusive to new professionals. Spearheaded by our regional NPN Ambassadors, and held in person, new professionals will engage in insightful discussions and enjoy a leisurely morning meal in the heart of the city. Attendees are welcome to bring along other new professionals from the resources sector - all disciplines are welcome.

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Industry Connect Virtual Forum

This virtual event series is an exceptional and accessible experience that particularly caters to FIFO workers and individuals in regional areas. Providing a unique blend of knowledge-sharing and virtual networking, this online series serves as an essential platform for those eager to excel in the ever-evolving resources sector, irrespective of their geographical location or work schedule.

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Mining Minds Mixer

In a “speed-mentoring” format, this gathering enables emerging leaders to connect with seasoned professionals and chart their path in the post-academic phase of their career.

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New Professionals Network Events

Industry Insight Symposium

Industry Insight Symposium

2

PD HOURS

Brisbane
26 August 2026

Industry Insight Symposium

Industry Insight Symposium

2

PD HOURS

Melbourne
7 October 2026

Coffee Connections

Coffee Connections

1

PD HOURS

Adelaide
5 November 2026

Mining Minds Mixer

Mining Minds Mixer

2

PD HOURS

Mt Isa
10 November 2026

Industry Connect Virtual Forum

Industry Connect Virtual Forum

1.5

PD HOURS

Webinar
25 November 2026

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5 Key Pillars of Successful Leadership in Mining

Discover the key components of successful leadership in mining and pathways for developing any gaps in your leadership capabilities. This resource was developed in consultation with 10 new and established resources professionals. Access below.