NOEC 2026

The 23rd National Outdoor Education Conference, convened by the Outdoor Educators’ Association of Queensland in September 2026 and will be based at the Trinity Anglican School in Cairns, on Gimuy Walubara Yidinji country, and is supported by Outdoors Queensland.

The Important Stuff

Registrations: Click HERE to register

Agenda: Draft overall conference program attached, and available HERE

Sponsors & Exhibitors: Exhibitor stands are sold out. However, we are still on the lookout for the following:
1. Event Co-Sponsor ($10,000 + GST)
2. Keynote Sponsor x 2 ($5000 + GST)
3. Welcome Function Sponsor Co-Sponsor ($2000 + GST)
4. Transport Sponsor ($6000 + GST)
5. Conference Dinner / Drinks Sponsor ($7000 + GST) more info HERE

EOI for Presenters: Closed, however late applications accepted at the organisers’ discretion. Details HERE

Keynote Speakers: Opening Keynote by Professor Tonia Gray, Mr Andrew Skeoch (Deep Listening to Nature) and Liz Hickman (Great Barrier Reef Lead Educator).

Master of Ceremonies: The marvellous Mark Collard will again be the MC.

The Great Stuff

• Accommodation options are almost endless and registered attendees are offered exclusive discounted prices including 20% off at The Cairns Harbourside.
• The middle day of the conference is a practical / professional development day featuring 30 enticing opportunities.
• Complimentary bus transport is offered each day from two city locations to the conference venue.
• Program includes ample time for reflection and networking, including several designated special interest group meetings.
• The conference ends in style on the Thursday evening with a function at one of Cairns premier waterfront brewery locations, with live music and much more.
• Conference also incorporates the 2026 Outdoor Education Australia Awards.
• Pre- and post-conference activities are plentiful and a breeze to organise yourself in the tourism hub that is Cairns.

Questions:
Email NOEC@outdooreducationaustralia.org.au or visit NOEC 2026 to learn more – check out the many FAQ’s

Draft Program