The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) is pleased to invite you to our Annual Queensland Rail Industry Dinner, to be held on Wednesday 17 June at the Sofitel Hotel Brisbane. Join us for this fantastic opportunity to network with senior leaders from across the rail industry as we discuss the latest developments in the Queensland rail industry and hear from our keynote speaker Sally Stannard, Director-General of Department of Transport and Main Roads. 

Event details:

Date:  Wednesday 17 June 2026 

Time: 6:00pm - 10:30pm

Venue: Sofitel Hotel, Brisbane - 249 Turbot St, Brisbane, QLD, 4000

Costs: 
ARA Members: $295 GST incl.
ARA Member table of 10: $2,950 GST incl.
Non Member: $345 GST incl.
Non Member table of 10:  $3,450 GST incl.

Dress: Business attire

Diet:  Please inform us if you have special dietary requirements via the booking portal

Accommodation: Book your room at the Sofitel Brisbane at a discounted rate for attendees of our Queensland events only here. 

Note – all booking must be made before 17 May 2026 to access this special rate and the link will expire thereafter. Please note that rooms are not held and will be subject to availability at the time of booking

Did you know that from 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 17 June, ARA is also hosting a Procurement Engagement Forum at the Sofitel Brisbane? Secure your seat now by registering here: Procurement Engagement Forum

Please click here to view our Events Terms and Conditions.

This Dinner is made possible by our Sponsors:

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