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INVITATION FROM THE CONVENOR

Michael Wiltshire
2026 Convenor

We’re excited to invite you to the 2026 ANCOLD Dam Operators Forum in Perth, from 4–6 August 2026, to be held at the Duxton Hotel Perth. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Western Australia’s capital and overlooking the Swan River, this year’s forum promises an engaging and welcoming environment to learn, connect, and be inspired.

The forum provides a valuable opportunity for dam operators from all sectors, whether public or private, small or large, to come together in a relaxed and friendly setting. It’s your chance to share experiences, learn from peers, and explore practical approaches to the challenges we all face in maintaining and operating critical infrastructure.

A key highlight of the program will be the technical site visits at Mundaring, Canning and Wungong Dams offering valuable, real-world insights into local operations and assets. Further details will be shared as the program develops.

Beyond the formal sessions, the forum offers plenty of opportunities to unwind, strengthen existing relationships, and build new connections with colleagues from across the industry. Delegates will come together for the Welcome Reception at Lucky Shag and the Conference Dinner at Meat & Wine Co Perth CBD, providing the perfect setting to continue conversations and enjoy Perth’s vibrant hospitality scene.

We extend our sincere thanks to the ANCOLD Executive, our sponsors, and exhibitors for their continued support in bringing this important event to life. If your organisation is considering involvement, we warmly welcome your participation and the opportunity to showcase your brand.

We look forward to welcoming you to Perth for three days of insightful discussions, valuable site experiences, and meaningful connections. It promises to be a memorable forum and we hope you will join us.

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Key Dates

Call for Abstracts open 16 March
Early Bird Registration open 16 March
Call for Abstracts close 31 March
Program Available 6 April
Early Bird Registration close 21 April
2026 Forum 4-6 August

To enjoy the discounted member rates, join ANCOLD.

Acknowledgement of Land

ANCOLD acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present.

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2026 Organising Committee

Michael Wiltshire Michael Smith Gerard Fogarty
Teagan Allen Jimmy Mcinerney Nick Brahim
Karen Porter Rhys Pennington

Looking back at the good times at Ancold Dam Operators Forum 2025!

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About Us

The Australian National Committee on Large Dams Inc. (ANCOLD) is an Australian based non-government, not-for-profit and voluntary association of organisations and individual professionals with a common technical interest in dams.

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ANCOLD’S Mission

As the industry body, we support our members, disseminate knowledge, develop capability and provide guidance in achieving excellence for all aspects of dam engineering and management. We recognise that it is skills of the people involved in these activities, their sharing of knowledge and collaboration that will sustain this mission.

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