Weld Australia hosts a range of events, from technical seminars and networking events, through to demonstrations, tours and our annual Summit. Below you’ll find a list of all our upcoming events. Click through to register to attend.
Industry Drinks Night – Victoria
Thursday 27 February 2025 | Melbourne | Sponsored by Cigweld
With a relaxed, informal setting, Weld Australia’s Industry Drinks Nights are designed to foster connections, inspire new ideas, and cultivate partnerships among Australia’s top welding professionals. FREE for Weld Australia members; $65 for non-members. REGISTER NOW
Western Australia Industry Drinks Night
Wednesday 12 March 2025 | Perth | Sponsored by Weldclass
You’re invited to attend Weld Australia’s WA’s Industry Drinks—a night of networking with industry colleagues and government representatives. Weld Australia member’s, can register for FREE! These events sold out last year, and places are already filling fast. REGISTER NOW
Navigating Insurance Pitfalls in Metal Fabrication
Thursday 20 March 2025 | Online | Sponsored by Scott & Broad Insurance Brokers
We’ll identify major risk hazards and explain how to avoid common Insurance mistakes relating to metal fabricators. We’ll break down complex topics so members can either review their own insurance or obtain a complimentary free audit. Free for Members. REGISTER NOW
Industry Drinks Night – New South Wales
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Sydney | Sponsored by TAFE NSW
Our Industry Drinks Nights are designed to foster connections, inspire new ideas, and cultivate partnerships among Australia’s top welding professionals. Hear from Geoff Crittenden (CEO, Weld Australia) and other industry experts. Free for Members. REGISTER NOW
Standards Update
Tuesday 8 April 2025 | Online Via Zoom
This webinar will focus on various Australian Standards that impact the welding industry and include an ISO update. It is designed for Welding Supervisors, Managers, Engineers, and those who use, or should be using, any welding related standard. Presented by Bruce Cannon, Weld Australia’s Principal Welding Engineer & Technical Publications Manager. Free for Members. REGISTER NOW
AWS D1.1 Course
30 April & 1 May 2025 | Melbourne – Venue TBC
Many industries worldwide, including structural buildings, bridges, mining equipment, marine applications, and more, now require welding to comply with the AWS D1.1 code. Achieving this certification ensures fabrication and inspection meet stringent quality standards, helping companies reduce rework, minimise costs, and deliver projects on time. The 2 day course will be facilitated by Cristian Zanfir (Manager of Standards, Office of Public Safety, CWB Group). REGISTER NOW.
Design and Modeling of Welded Structures Course
3 & 4 June 2025 | Adelaide – Venue TBC
Facilitated by USA expert Pingsha Dong, this two day course will cover the fundamentals that every engineer should know when designing welded components. From weld in-situ strength, residual stresses, and geometric discontinuities, every aspect plays a different role in contributing to resultant joint strength, and fatigue resistance. Implications on metallic additively manufactured (AM) parts will also be discussed. REGISTER NOW.
Industry Drinks Night – QUEENSLAND & THE NORTHERN TERRITORY
12 June 2025 | Brisbane – Victoria Park | Sponsored by Kemppi
With a relaxed, informal setting, Weld Australia’s Industry Drinks Nights are designed to foster connections, inspire new ideas, and cultivate partnerships among Australia’s top welding professionals. FREE for Members; $65 for non-members. REGISTER NOW.
National Manufacturing Summit 2025
23 & 24 July 2025 | Venue to be confirmed
Hosted by Weld Australia, the National Manufacturing Summit brings together a diverse group of industry stakeholders. This years Summit will be held on 23 and 24 July 2025. With the theme of ‘Manufacturing Australia’s Future: Local Strength, Global Impact’, the Summit will delve into the unique opportunity to revitalise Australia’s industrial base, ensuring that it not only survives but thrives in the forthcoming decades. Keep an eye out for registration details in the coming weeks. MORE INFORMATION
ASME Section IX Three Day Course
7-9 October 2025 | Brisbane
The ASME code is the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standard that regulates the design, development and construction of boilers and pressure vessels. ASME Section IX specifies the requirements for the qualification of welders and the welding procedure specifications. The course will be facilitated by Walter J. Sperko. REGISTER NOW
2025 Welding Excellence Awards
October & November 2025 | Nation-wide
The 2025 Welding Excellence Awards are a fantastic opportunity for welders, fabricators and educators across Australia to showcase their people and their operations. Entries for the 2025 Awards close at midnight on 5 Sept 2025. Awards ceremonies will be held in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney in Oct & Nov. Further details and registrations will be available in the coming weeks. MORE INFORMATION