ConTech 2025

The Ai Group Confectionery Sector’s premier annual event for the Australasian confectionery industry, ConTech 2025, will be held at the MCG on Tuesday 6 May.

ConTech is the key destination for confectionery technicians, and provides an unparalleled opportunity to network with industry participants. It is where technicians become technical experts, and technical experts talk to other industry experts. This not to be missed event is where key issues and challenges facing the industry and potential solutions are discussed, including intelligence on domestic and global opportunities.

ConTech 2025 will appeal to a broad range of confectionery and wider food industry professionals, including those in the fields of:

  • science and food technology
  • new product development
  • research and development
  • regulatory matters
  • operations and management
  • sales and procurement
  • marketing, communications and corporate affairs
  • supply of food ingredients, machinery, packaging and services
  • confectionery wholesaling and distributing.

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July

After a three year break, foodpro is returning in 2026, featuring cutting-edge processing technology, world-class packaging, breakthrough ingredients and sustainable solutions – all under one roof.

The 2026 AIFST Convention (AIFST26) will bring together Australia’s agrifood science and technology community for two days of cutting-edge insights, industry connections, and professional growth.

The 2026 Packaging Innovation and Design Awards (PIDA) Gala Dinner is taking place during foodpro this year, on 28 July at the Crown Complex in Melbourne.

August

Fine Food Australia is where the foodservice, hospitality, and retail industries come together. Held annually, this trade-only event connects professionals with the latest in food innovation, equipment, and ideas.

September

The annual ASEAN Food & Beverage Exhibition serves as a pivotal platform for businesses across Southeast Asia's food and beverage sector to spotlight their products and forge crucial industry connections.

October

Brisbane’s tastiest day out will be back in 2026! Watch top chefs and your favourite food heroes live on stage as they cook up a storm and meet the makers to sip, sample and shop their produce.