SOCIAL EVENTS
Networking is one of the most important features of HIRE26 and we think we do it pretty well. For more information about what's happening socially, this is the place to find it.
Tuesday 19 May 2026
New & Small Hire Member Networking Function
Tuesday 19 May
6.00pm - 7.00pm
Invitation Only
Riverina Avenue
Sponsored by Pramac Generac
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Welcome Drinks
Tuesday 19 May
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Riverina Avenue
Sponsored by Select Plant Australia
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Join us at this fun networking opportunity as we welcome you to
HIRE26.
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ClubHIRE
Tuesday 19 May
9:00pm - 11:00pm
Lobby bar, Novotel
ClubHIRE is the official HIRE26 Conference Bar and is THE place to go for networking at the end of each day.
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Young Professionals and Women in Hire Networking for Success
Wednesday 20 May
3.00pm - 4.30pm
Invitation Only
Sponsored by Kennards Hire
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Networking is an essential tool for business development and career advancement. This is a great opportunity to learn more and then put into practice your newly learned networking skills over the next two days at HIRE26.​​​
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ClubHIRE
Wednesday 20 May
9.00pm - 11.00pm
Lobby bar, Novotel
ClubHIRE is the official HIRE26 Conference Bar and is THE place to go for networking at the end of each day.
Best Stand Presentation /
Happy Hour
Wednesday 20 May
4.30pm - 5.30pm
HIREZone
Sponsored by Flextool
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Enjoy a drink after the first full day at HIRE26. Hear which stand has been judged as best exhibition stand by our judges.
An Evening with
Kurt Fearnley
Wednesday 20 May
7.00pm - 9.00pm
Dress: Smart Casual
Millenium Room, Accor Stadium
Sponsored by Select Plant Australia
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Australian wheelchair racer Kurt Fearnley OAM, is one of Australia's most well known and respected athletes.
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Thursday 21 May 2026
Women in Hire Breakfast
Thursday 21 May
7.15am - 8.30am
Sydney Royal Stables,
Sydney Showground
Sponsored by United Rentals
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Come and join us for breakfast while listening to a panel discussion.
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Hire Industry Excellence Awards
& Gala Dinner
Thursday 21 May
7.00pm - 11.00pm
Dress: Black Tie or Cocktail
Millenium Room, Accor Stadium
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Join us to celebrate the conclusion of HIRE26 and to recognise outstanding companies and individuals within the hire industry.
ClubHIRE
Thursday 21 May
11.00pm - 1.00am
Lobby bar, Novotel
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ClubHIRE is the official HIRE26 Conference Bar and is THE place to go for networking at the end of each day.
