UDIA National Congress
is coming to Sydney!
The Urban Development Institute of Australia is a leading development industry body, representing more than 2,500 member companies and agencies across the public and private sector. The annual UDIA National Congress presented by nbn, provides a platform for members to hear from high-profile speakers focusing on the urban development industry in Australia, international case studies and what’s next for the industry in terms of innovation and market demand. The Congress also provides an opportunity to visit award winning projects across Adelaide, network and make new business contacts and to be a part of the UDIA National Awards for Excellence, showcasing our finalists from across Australia and crowning the 2026 winners.
National Congress 2027
Presented by
Speakers
Schedule
- 15 Mar Congress Day 1 – Study Tours & Welcome Function
- 16 Mar Congress Day 2
- 17 Mar Congress Day 3
- 17 Mar Gala Awards for Excellence
Site Tours
Join us for exclusive study tours of key projects across Adelaide and surrounds. A Congress highlight, these tours offer behind-the-scenes access to the people driving innovation and excellence in the industry.
Welcome Function
Start Congress in true Sydney style! Step aboard The Jackson for an evening of drinks, canapés and networking as we cruise Sydney Harbour, taking in the city’s iconic skyline and landmarks. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, meet fellow delegates and kick off Congress in style.
Registrations, Exhibition and Coffee
Welcome
Session 1
Session 2
Morning Tea
Morning tea, exhibition and networking
Session 3
Session 4
Lunch, Exhibition and Networking
Session 5
Session 6
Afternoon Tea, Exhibition and Networking
Session 7
Closing Remarks
Congress Networking Drinks
Registrations, Exhibition and Coffee
Welcome
Session 1
Session 2
Morning Tea, Exhibition and Networking
Session 3
Session 4
Lunch, Exhibition and Networking
Session 5
Session 6
Wrap Up
Gala Awards for Excellence
Join us at our annual National Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner as we showcase this year’s finalists and unveil the category winners. This is a great opportunity to celebrate the very best in urban development across Australia while enjoying a fantastic evening networking with industry peers.
Tickets
Early Bird
Early Bird Individual:
$2,900pp
Early Bird Company Pass
(Book 3 or more):
$2,675pp
One Day Pass:
$1,800pp
Standard
Standard Individual:
$3,200pp
Standard Company Pass
(Book 3 or more):
$2,900pp
One Day Pass:
$1,950pp
