NCE 2026 Registration rates

Join 2000 HR professionals to learn and connect at AHRI’s National Convention & Exhibition 2026.

Delegates can again expect an exceptional conference experience, with a carefully curated program designed to meet the evolving demands of the HR profession, unparalleled networking opportunities, and an exhibition showcasing the latest innovations transforming HR.

Register for NCE 2026 in four easy steps.

1. Choose your NCE Experience

Main Conference
4 – 5 August

Access the superior conference program, curated for HR.

Attend:

  • International and local keynote presentations
  • Insights and deep-dives sessions
  • Exhibition showcase

Masterclass Conference
6 August

Attend HR masterclasses (including a specialised Public Sector masterclass).

2. Choose your pass

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Three-Day Pass

Price per day: $1,0431

  • Attend all 3 days.
  • Includes seated gala dinner.
  • Receive 21 CPD Points.

Member early-bird
Until 30 June

$3,129

Full Member rate
Opens 1 July

$3,475

1For a member early-bird ticket

Two-Day Pass

Price per day: $1,3701

  • Choose any 2 days you’d like to attend.
  • Includes seated gala dinner.
  • Receive 14 CPD Points.

Member early-bird
Until 30 June

$2,740

Full Member rate
Opens 1 July

$2,980

1For a member early-bird ticket

One-Day Pass

  • Choose a single day you’d like to attend.
  • Gala dinner not included.
  • Receive 7 CPD Points.

Full Member rate

$1,600

Three-Day Pass

  • Attend all 3 days.
  • Includes seated gala dinner.
  • Receive 21 CPD Points.
Bundle and save!

Price per day: $1,1991

Your bundle will include:

$4,520

Three-Day Pass

$470

1 Year AHRI Membership2

Save $1,391

Early-bird bundle

Until 30 June

$4,990

$3,599

Save $1,045

Standard bundle

Opens 1 July

$4,990

$3,945

Full rate pass

Price per day: $1,3153

Non-member rate

$4,520

1For a non-member early-bird bundle ticket

2AHRI Membership refers to a standard full membership

3For a non-member standard ticket

See Member benefits for more info

Two-Day Pass

  • Choose any 2 days you’d like to attend.
  • Includes seated gala dinner.
  • Receive 14 CPD Points.
Bundle and save!

Price per day: $1,6051

Your bundle will include:

$3,940

Two-Day Pass

$470

1 Year AHRI Membership2

Save $1,200

Early-bird bundle

Until 30 June

$4,410

$3,210

Save $960

Standard bundle

Opens 1 July

$4,410

$3,450

Full rate pass

Price per day: $1,7253

Non-member rate

$3,940

1For a non-member early-bird bundle ticket

2AHRI Membership refers to a standard full membership

3For a non-member standard ticket

See Member benefits for more info

One-Day Pass

  • Choose a single day you’d like to attend.
  • Gala dinner not included.
  • Receive 7 CPD Points.
Bundle and save!

Your bundle will include:

$2,070

One-Day Pass

$470

1 Year AHRI Membership1

Save $470

Standard bundle

$2,540

$2,070

Full rate pass

Non-member rate

$2,070

1AHRI Membership refers to a standard full membership

See Member benefits for more info

HR Explorer Pass

Pricing: Free

Provides two-day access to the exhibition hall and sponsor-led HR Insights sessions. Does not include catering, conference sessions, networking drinks or gala event.

HR Explorer Pass + Catering

Pricing: $250

Includes two-day exhibition access, sponsor-led HR Insights sessions, catering and access to the networking drinks event on Wednesday afternoon. Does not include conference sessions or gala event.

3. Download our Business case template

The Business Case for attending AHRI’s National Convention & Exhibition (NCE) is a tool for those looking to demonstrate the value of participating in this inspiring HR event.

Whether you’re seeking approval from leadership for the investment, this document outlines the benefits and key takeaways of being part of the NCE experience.

Use this Business Case to highlight how your participation will contribute to your business objectives and leadership.

4. Become an AHRI member to get discounts on NCE tickets and full access to exclusive member benefits.

FAQs 

You can find answers to some commonly asked questions below. If you can’t find the answer you are looking for below, please don’t hesitate to contact our Events Team who will be happy to assist with your query. 

Yes, you may select which of the three days you’d like to attend. You will be asked to select your days of attendance upon check out.

Tuesday 30 June 2026.
No, your member number is exclusive to you.

Yes, we have Non-Member pricing available, or why not become a member and save on your ticket while gaining access to our member benefits.

AHRI Organisation Members can register a group directly on our website. Other group registrations should reach out using this form and see how you can save.

Please email [email protected] to update your registration information if required.

A Three-Day Pass holder will receive 21 CPD points, a Two-Day Pass holder 14 points, and a One Day Pass Holder 7 points.

The Gala Dinner is a seated dinner, followed by an after-party for dessert and dancing!

Yes, you will have the opportunity to provide seating requests upon registration. We do our best to honour all requests.
While there is no dress code this year, and we encourage you to come as you are and enjoy, if you’d like to dress up you are more than welcome to embrace the theme!

Yes, we can provide a letter detailing your attendance at the event once you have registered and paid for your ticket. Please reach out to [email protected], and someone will assist you.

Proudly supported by our sponsors

AHRI acknowledges the support of our National Convention & Exhibition 2026 sponsors.

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