MetFest! Parkes 2026
Join AusIMM Lachlan Branch for MetFest! in Parkes.
About this event
MetFest Parkes will commence with an optional pre-event on Wednesday 7 October with our annual branch winery tour around Orange, NSW.
On Thursday, delegates are invited to attend guided tours of the processing facilities at Northparkes (own transport to and from site is required).
This will be followed by a day of technical talks exploring new mines starting up, technical wins (or losses), and project work ongoing within the region.The day will conclude with the Delprat Distinguished Lecture, presented by Virginia Lawson, followed by networking drinks and canapés.
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with industry peers in a relaxed and friendly environment!
Optional Course: OreVia - Measurement, Insight and Optimisation
Thursday, 8 October 2026
This masterclass provides a comprehensive introduction to OreVia, Molycop’s advanced process characterisation solution designed to deliver real-time insight into particle size and process conditions across the comminution and flotation circuits.
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9.00am - 12.00pm
Optional Tour: Northparkes Plant Tour
Thursday, 8 October 2026
Join us for a guided tour of the processing facilities at Northparkes.
(Registrants must be attending the technical sessions to book this tour)
1.00pm - 4.00pm
Own transport to and from site is required.
Optional Welcome Drinks
Thursday, 8 October
Kick off MetFest! Orange with a relaxed evening of networking, hosted by the AusIMM Lachlan Branch.
Venue and time TBC.
Optional Tour: Wine Tour
Wednesday, 7 October 2026
The tour will visit 3 of Oranges premium cellar doors. A grazing style lunch will be at Lake Canobolas Park (weather permitting)
10.00am - approx 4.00pm
Bus departure and return from Orange Tourist Information Centre.
Tickets are limited, so reserve your place early.
Program for Technical Sessions is in development and will be released in coming months.
Speaker/s
Mitchell Garside
James Didovich
Virginia Lawson
Sponsors
Date and Time
9.00am – 8.30pm (UTC+10:00)
Venue
9/17 Short St
Parkes
NSW 2870
Cost
AusIMM Member: $180
AusIMM Student Member: $150
Non-Member: $250
Non-Member Student: $250
Northparkes Plant Tour
Registration: Free for those attending MetFest!
MolyCop OreVia Course
AusIMM Member: $50
Non-Member: $50
Welcome Drinks
AusIMM Member: $40
Non-Member: $70
Wine Tour
Registration: $190