PIA’s National Congress is the pinnacle event in Australia’s planning calendar - where ideas spark action, connections turn into collaboration, and the future of our cities and regions takes shape.
In 2026, Congress returns to Canberra, the birthplace of PIA, for a milestone 75th anniversary celebration. This special gathering will honour the visionaries, innovations and achievements that have defined our profession, while looking boldly toward the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Partnerships are what bring Congress to life. The support of our sponsors enables us to deliver an exceptional national program, nurture professional growth and ensure this flagship event remains accessible, inspiring and impactful.
As a sponsor, you’ll gain:
- Access to Australia’s most engaged planning professionals and industry leaders
- Visibility across national platforms and channels
- Connection with the people and ideas shaping the future of planning
Join us in Canberra as we celebrate 75 years of planning progress and help shape the next chapter in our nation's story.
PIA’s National Congress is the pinnacle event in Australia’s planning calendar - where ideas spark action, connections turn into collaboration, and the future of our cities and regions takes shape.
In 2026, Congress returns to Canberra, the birthplace of PIA, for a milestone 75th anniversary celebration. This special gathering will honour the visionaries, innovations and achievements that have defined our profession, while looking boldly toward the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Partnerships are what bring Congress to life. The support of our sponsors enables us to deliver an exceptional national program, nurture professional growth and ensure this flagship event remains accessible, inspiring and impactful.
As a sponsor, you’ll gain:
- Access to Australia’s most engaged planning professionals and industry leaders
- Visibility across national platforms and channels
- Connection with the people and ideas shaping the future of planning
Join us in Canberra as we celebrate 75 years of planning progress and help shape the next chapter in our nation's story.
BENEFITS OF COLLABORATING WITH PIA
BUILD YOUR BRAND
Tap into PIA’s established presence across the profession, harnessing this to enhance your organisation’s visibility and credibility. Your brand will feature across a range of touchpoints in the lead up, during and post event, building recognition and familiarity across key audiences.
EXPAND YOUR NETWORK
Foster relationships and grow your network amongst the planning community, opening the door to potential partnerships and long term benefits for your organisation.
CONNECT WITH THOSE THAT MATTER THE MOST TO YOU
Planning Congress is a one-stop shop for the profession including planners, policymakers, industry leaders and researchers from across Australian. You’ll build a direct line to your target audience.
SHOW OFF YOUR BEST SIDE
Communicate your values and commitment to the profession through your brand placement and involvement during the event, creating positive encounters with potential customers and partners.
PROUD COMMITMENT TO THE PROFESSION
Clearly communicate your commitment to advancing the planning profession by showcasing your research, technologies, products or solutions and positioning your organisation as a major thought-leader in the field.
ENGAGE YOUR INTERNAL STAKEHOLDERS
Get internal stakeholders involved! Congress registrations can provide professional development opportunities to staff, and your collaboration with PIA showcases to internal stakeholders your committed support of their professional body.
To learn more about how you can join us at #PIACongress26 in Canberra.
Please contact the team at congress@planning.org.au to receive a prospectus and see which package will work best for you.