Networking event

Welcome Reception & AusIMM's 130 Years Celebration

Among the exciting networking opportunities at Underground Operators 2023 will host our official Welcome Reception & AusIMM's 130 Years Celebration.

Enjoy exciting entertainment, a live DJ, fun activities, delicious food and excellent company as part of AusIMM’s 130th anniversary celebrations.

A full conference registration includes a ticket to this fabulous networking event on Monday 27 March from 5.30pm in the Exhibition Hall. Additional tickets available for $75 per person.

This is just one of many networking opportunities taking place at the premier 3-day conference for underground mining. Find out more below.

Food and drinks

After spending a full day of conferencing, catch up with friends and colleagues in Exhibition Hall 1 and Great Hall 3 & 4. Enjoy delicious food and drinks as we celebrate AusIMM's 130 Year Anniversary.

Hit the dance floor

Enjoy the party atmosphere as DJ Emma Lancaster plays the latest hits and a range of popular music in Great Hall 3&4. Emma is renowned as one of Australia’s leading corporate entertainers with 15 years' experience in the entertainment and music industry.

Exciting entertainment

Be wowed by talented acrobats and roving entertainers performing throughout the Exhibition Hall. Be sure to bring your phone and capture the unique and memorable entertainment!

Trivia competition

Test your knowledge with our special trivia competition which reflects on 130 years of mining in Australia. Correctly answer questions via the Conference App to win fantastic prizes.

'Celebrating 130 Years' photo wall

Drop by the AusIMM Networking Lounge and take a polaroid selfie to add to our special 'Celebrating 130 years' photo wall - and be a part of our history!