2026 NSW & ACT Rootlings Conference
The NSW Rootlings Conference is a dynamic, two-day professional development event designed specifically for young and emerging professionals in the New South Wales wine sector. Taking place across Canberra and Murrumbateman, the conference is structured to take attendees on a journey from a high-level, national industry perspective down to localised, practical regional insights.
Our Purpose & Vision
More than just a networking event, this conference aims to equip the next generation of wine industry leaders with practical, take-home professional development tools. By bringing together fresh faces and industry veterans, the event is designed to foster long-term community discussion, drive industry movement, and strengthen the Rootlings network well after the closing session.
Who Should Attend?
This event is tailored for new, young, and emerging professionals working in all facets of the NSW/ACT wine industry—from viticulture and winemaking to marketing, sales, and hospitality—who are looking to accelerate their careers, expand their networks, and shape the future of Australian wine.
Don’t live near Canberra and Want To Attend?
With thanks to our accommodation partners, Mercure Canberra, Rootlings travelling more than 150kms from Canberra CBD will be able to stay in their gorgeous accommodation for two nights for $100. This means that no matter where you are from in NSW, we want you to be able to be apart of this event!
The Rootlings program and this Conference is supported by Wine Australia, with levies from Australia’s grape growers and winemakers and matching funds from the Australian Government.
The 2026 NSW/ACT Rootlings Conference is proud to recognise Mercure Canberra as our valued accomodation partner and host venue.
The 2026 NSW/ACT Rootlings Conference is proud to recognise the NSW DPIRD as our valued dinner partner and supporters of the network since Day 1.