Annual Forum & Gala
Australia's premier national forum for Indigenous enterprise success, sector policy advancement, and commercial networking. Connecting resources majors, First Nations innovators, and government decision-makers to build real economic equity.
About the conference
For more than two decades, the Annual AEMEE Conference has brought together Indigenous businesses, Traditional Owners, industry, government and investors to connect, share knowledge and create opportunities across Australia's resources sector.
As the national Indigenous-led industry body for Indigenous enterprises in resources, AEMEE's annual conference has become the sector's leading forum for exploring the opportunities, challenges and trends shaping the future of Indigenous enterprise.
The 2026 Conference comes at a pivotal moment for the industry. From critical minerals and the energy transition to mine closure, ownership, investment and supply chain opportunities, the conversations taking place in Broome will help shape the next chapter of Indigenous economic participation and growth.
Alongside two days of thought leadership, networking and industry engagement, delegates will come together to celebrate excellence at the National AEMEE Awards, recognising outstanding achievement across Indigenous enterprise and industry partnerships.
THE NEXT ERA
As Australia's resources sector evolves, so too does the role of Indigenous business and Traditional Owner enterprises. The Next Era is about the opportunities ahead, growing Indigenous market share, strengthening partnerships, exploring new ownership pathways and ensuring Indigenous voices help shape the future of the industry.
The 2026 Conference explores the leadership, ownership and opportunities that will define the next chapter of Indigenous enterprise in Australia's resources sector.
Exploring the leaders, ideas and partnerships driving Indigenous business growth across the resources, energy, critical minerals and mine closure sectors.
Showcasing pathways to greater Indigenous ownership, investment and influence across supply chains, projects and emerging economic opportunities.
Examining the trends, technologies and opportunities shaping the next generation of Indigenous enterprise and Australia's evolving resources landscape.
Program Highlights
Australia's premier Indigenous resources sector conference, bringing together Indigenous businesses, Traditional Owners, industry, government and investors to shape the future of Indigenous enterprise.
Over two days, delegates will connect with industry leaders, explore emerging opportunities, hear from leading voices
across the sector and celebrate Indigenous business excellence through the National AEMEE Awards.
Hear from Indigenous leaders, industry executives, government representatives and innovators shaping the future of the resources sector.
Exploring the opportunities, challenges and emerging trends influencing Australia's critical minerals, renewable energy and future resource economy.
Examining the role of Indigenous businesses and Traditional Owners in mine closure, rehabilitation, land management and long-term stewardship of Country.
Conversations focused on Indigenous ownership, investment readiness, capital pathways and future economic opportunities.
Connect with Indigenous businesses, Traditional Owners, industry leaders, government representatives and potential partners from across Australia.
Practical discussions focused on procurement, partnerships, workforce development, innovation and the future of Indigenous enterprise.
Celebrating excellence, leadership and achievement across Indigenous enterprise, Traditional Owner businesses and industry partnerships.
Discover innovative businesses, projects, technologies and partnerships driving Indigenous economic outcomes across the sector.
Sponsorship & Partnerships
Align your organisation with Australia's premier Indigenous resources sector conference and connect directly with Indigenous businesses, Traditional Owners, industry leaders, government representatives and decision-makers from across the country.
AEMEE partnerships provide meaningful opportunities to build relationships, demonstrate leadership, support Indigenous enterprise and contribute to the future of Australia's resources
sector.
Our conference journey
For more than two decades, the Annual AEMEE Conference has travelled across Australia, bringing together Indigenous businesses, Traditional Owners, industry, and government to strengthen relationships, share knowledge, and create opportunities across the resources sector.
A conference focused on Indigenous leadership, self-determination, and the role of Indigenous businesses in shaping the future of the resources sector.
Exploring the growing influence, capability, and contribution of Indigenous businesses across Australia's resources and energy sectors.
Celebrating 20 years of AEMEE while exploring new approaches to partnerships, economic participation, and Indigenous business growth.
A national conversation focused on the opportunities, leadership, and partnerships that will define the next chapter of Indigenous enterprise in Australia's resources sector.
Be part of Australia's premier Indigenous resources sector conference and connect with the businesses, leaders, Traditional Owners and partners shaping the future of Indigenous enterprise.