Brisbane Networking Event - 2026

A focused evening of industry connection, insight, and relationship-building.

ABOUT THE APGA NETWORKING EVENT

The APGA Networking Events are an opportunity for the pipeline and gas industry to come together early in the year to share insights, strengthen relationships, and build momentum for the months ahead. Held across Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth, these events combine valuable technical learning with relaxed, informal networking to help you reconnect with colleagues, meet new industry peers, and gain practical understanding from member-led project presentations.

BRISBANE — PARLIAMENT HOUSE

Kick off the year with an evening of high-value connection at Parliament House Brisbane. This APGA Networking Event brings together professionals from across the pipeline and energy value chain for a night of conversation, learning, and relationship-building in one of the city’s most historic venues. With a mini-seminar to broaden your industry knowledge and three hours of quality networking, this event is the ideal way to set the tone for a productive year ahead.

MINI-SEMINAR (5PM – 6PM)

APGA Mini-Seminar & Networking Event — 19 February

Featuring Phil Woodhouse and Commissioner Ken Singer

Before the first APGA networking event of 2026 kicks off, join us for an exclusive mini-seminar focused on health, safety and industry improvement.

This session will feature presentations from two respected safety leaders:

Phil Woodhouse, General Manager – Health, Safety & Plant at Spiecapag

Ken Singer, Acting Commissioner for Resources Safety and Health Queensland

About the Speakers

Phil Woodhouse – Spiecapag GM Health, Safety & Plant

Phil brings over a decade of frontline experience in the pipeline sector, beginning his career as a labourer before stepping into leadership roles and eventually becoming General Manager.

With genuine hands-on understanding of how work is performed in the field — not just how it appears in a plan — Phil offers a grounded and practical perspective on health and safety.

Combined with his academic qualifications, this real-world insight enables Phil to communicate safety expectations clearly, build trust across teams, and support cultural change where it counts most — on the job.

Ken Singer – Acting Commissioner for Resources Safety & Health

Spanning more than four decades across coal mining, mineral mining and explosives, Ken’s experience is both broad and deep.

As Acting Commissioner, Ken is focused on strengthening Queensland’s tripartite consultative model — ensuring industry operators, workers and regulators continue to work collaboratively for safer outcomes.

Ken is committed to sharing his knowledge and lived experience to elevate safety standards across resource sectors.

What You’ll Hear About

Phil Woodhouse will share:

• Key initiatives currently underway within the APGA HSE Committee
• How the committee is supporting collective industry improvement
• A breakdown of recent SafeWork statistics, what they mean for the pipeline sector, and why continuous improvement remains critical

Ken Singer will deliver a keynote presentation covering:

• Observations across the diverse industries he oversees
• Learnings from resource sectors that translate to pipelining
• Where sector-wide improvement is possible and how industry and regulators can partner to achieve it

This is a great lead-in to the evening networking event and a valuable opportunity to engage, learn and strengthen connections across the pipeline community

NETWORKING EVENT (6PM – 9PM)

Following the Mini-Seminar, the evening continues with three hours of informal networking supported by canapés and drinks. This relaxed setting allows attendees to strengthen industry relationships, exchange ideas, and build connections that contribute to a successful year ahead.

DATE & TIME

19 February 2026

Mini-Seminar: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Networking Event: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

ENTRY LOCATION

Parliamentary Annexe

69 Alice Street

Cnr of William & Alice Street

Brisbane CBD

Parliament House is located at the corner of George and Alice Streets, next to OUT Gardens Point. The main entrance into the precinct is located at 69 Alice Street via the Parliamentary Annexe.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

10 minutes walking distance of the Gardens Point Ferry terminal and a number of bus stops on Alice and George Streets.

More information about Brisbane public transport is available by calling Translink on 13 12 30 or visiting their website at
www.translink.com.au

CAR PARKING

During business hours (8am–5pm) no car parking is available onsite.

After 5pm, limited parking may be available for evening and weekend functions subject to prior approval.

Metered parking is available in surrounding streets. A number of public car parking stations are also located within walking distance.

TICKET SALES CLOSE

Registrations close on 12 February 2026. Make sure to book early so you don’t miss the opportunity to join us.

TICKETS AVAILABLE

Member Tickets
APGA Members are eligible for member pricing on all APGA events. Please ensure you select the Member ticket type at checkout to receive the correct rate.

Non-Member Tickets
Non-members are very welcome to attend APGA events, but must purchase the Non-Member ticket type.

Young Pipeliners Forum (YPF) Tickets
YPF members are encouraged to attend APGA Networking Events and are offered a discounted YPF ticket.
However, the following conditions apply:

• Only 10 YPF tickets are available per event.
• Tickets are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
• YPF members may only claim one discounted ticket per event type per year, unless additional YPF tickets remain after initial registrations.
• In cases of oversubscription, APGA will review YPF registrations to ensure fair allocation.

Promotional Codes for Owner/Lead Members
Owner and Lead Members are reminded to use their promotional code at checkout to activate their eligible discounts. Please ensure you enter this code before completing your booking.

CATERING

A selection of canapés and beverages will be served throughout the evening to support relaxed networking and conversation. Please list any dietary requirements when completing your registration.

ATTENDEE LIST

Please consider allowing us to include your name on the attendee list when prompted. With recent privacy changes, your permission is required. Sharing your name helps others understand who is attending and supports a more connected, informed, and engaging event experience.

The attendee list will be updated weekly.
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Please note: Following recent changes to privacy laws, we can only publish attendees who have given permission.

SPONSOR INFORMATION

We extend our sincere thanks to our sponsors, Denso and Tremco Pipeline Equipment. Without their commitment, events like this would not be possible. Their contribution helps us deliver valuable opportunities for connection, learning, and engagement for our members across the industry.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information, please contact:

• Gayle Bower – gbower@apga.org.au
• Charmaine Rees – crees@apga.org.au

EVENT SURVEY

An anonymous event survey will be distributed following the event. Your feedback helps us improve future APGA events. If you would like to share feedback more directly with us, please feel free to email apga@apga.org.au.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

The APGA Cancellation and Refund Policy continues to apply for this event. Should you have any questions or need assistance regarding cancellations or refunds, please click here, or contact apga@apga.org.au.

APGA Events and Refund Policy

APGA CODE OF CONDUCT

All APGA events are governed by the APGA Code of Conduct, which outlines our shared commitment to respectful, inclusive, and professional behaviour. We ask all attendees to familiarise themselves with the Code before attending.
Link to APGA Code of Conduct