Take a look back at the highlights from last year’s Conference - and be part of it in 2026!
Thank you to all who attended and contributed to its success.
Registration Rates
Delegates | ||
| RWTA Members | Non-Members | |
| Early Birds Rate | $1,900 | $2,300 |
| ends 31st March | ||
| Full conference | $2,100 | $2,500 |
| 1 Day Sunday | $650 | $750 |
| 1 Day Monday | $1,000 | $1,150 |
| 1 Day Tuesday | $1,150 | $1,325 |
| Gala Dinner only | $360 | $420 |
Our Program:
The RWTA 2026 Conference Program is a live document and we are working to deliver up-to-date topics and brilliant speakers!
Our aim is to provide you with access to knowledge, experiences and networks in the Temperature Controlled Industry to assist you to create an informed future for you and your organisation
Stay Tuned!
Venue and Accommodation:
The Conference will be held at Peppers Noosa Resort, a premium retreat nestled in the Noosa National Park offering a relaxed yet elegant Queensland ambience.
This year, we are pleased to offer two accommodation options with negotiated exclusive rates for delegates: stay onsite at Peppers Noosa Resort (from $319/night) or choose Mantra French Quarter in the heart of Noosa — a quiet coastal escape just a 10-minute walk from the conference venue and located directly opposite the beach (from $320/night)
Frank Vale Award 2026
Frank Vale Nomination - How does it work?
This prestigious award is open to all employees of RWTA member companies, who meet the following criteria:
All candidates must be 35 years of age, or younger;
have worked within the industry for a minimum of three years;
possess insight into their organisations strategic values and direction, it’s policies, rules and regulations;
possess a broad knowledge of the Cold Chain;
demonstrate excellence in their work;
demonstrate potential to excel further in any of the many facets within the industry.
Candidates may come from any sector within the Cold Chain and possess expertise in a commercial, administrative, technical, engineering, accounting, sales, handling, service or management role.
Candidates must be available to attend the RWTA’s state based networking events and, of course, the RWTA Conference and Exhibition in Noosa, 16-18 August.