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2026 John Shaw Dinner: Celebrate Excellence
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Thursday, 7th May 2026
6pm-11pm
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Crown Melbourne | Palladium |
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There are now only two weeks left to nominate for the John Shaw Medal, one of the sector’s most prestigious prizes.
Presented at the John Shaw Dinner, the Medal recognises an individual whose contribution has shaped transport in Australia and left a lasting mark on the sector and the community it serves.
This award is about more than achievement in a single moment. It is about recognising leadership, service and impact that endure. It is about honouring those whose work has advanced the industry, influenced others and helped build the legacy we carry forward.
Recent recipients including David Stuart-Watt AM, Madeleine McManus OAM and Dr Charles MacDonald reflect the calibre of leaders this award celebrates. Their recognition stands not only as a personal honour, but as a signal to the wider industry about the values, commitment and excellence worth championing.
If there is someone in your organisation or network whose contribution deserves to be recognised, now is the time to act.
Nominations for the John Shaw Medal close in two weeks.
Nominate now
Thank you for helping us celebrate the individuals whose leadership continues to shape the future of transport.
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2026 Transforming Transport Summit: Connecting Communities, Powering the Economy
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Thursday, 7th May 2026
8am-4.30pm
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Crown Melbourne | River Room |
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The agenda is now live for the 2026 Transforming Transport Summit: Connecting Communities, Powering the Economy.
The Summit will bring together top officials and senior leaders of industry from across Australia and New Zealand to explore new ideas for a safe, sustainable, resilient and integrated system. Speakers include:
Jim Betts: Secretary, Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
Sally Stannard: Director-General, Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads
Jeroen Weimar: Secretary, Victorian Department of Transport and Planning
Josh Murray: Secretary, Transport for NSW
Michelle Jablko: CEO, Transurban
Angus McDonald: CEO and Managing Director, Compass IoT
Jonathan Spear: CEO Infrastructure Victoria
Liz Waller: Head of Road Safety, Transurban
This is your opportunity to hear from leading industry thinkers and engage in solutions-focused conversations about critical challenges confronting our industry. The Summit presents an unparalleled opportunity to be part of the most influential conversations shaping the future of Australia’s transport sector. |
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2026 Pre Summit Networking
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Join colleagues from across the industry at Ventia for a relaxed evening of networking opportunities on May 6 ahead of the 2026 Transforming Transport Summit. |
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Other upcoming events
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Join us at one of our upcoming events and network with industry leaders, decision makers, innovators and the future leaders of our industry. |
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