City of Rockingham Industry & Major Projects Forum 2026

Join us on 10 June 2026 at the Gary Holland Centre for a full‑day Industry & Major Projects Forum showcasing the major projects, industries and opportunities shaping the Rockingham Industry Zone and Western Trade Coast. This free event brings together leaders from defence, advanced manufacturing, heavy and light industry, logistics, energy, and key service sectors to explore how shared infrastructure, supply‑chain integration and industry symbiosis are driving regional growth and competitiveness.

Across four in‑depth sessions, attendees will hear updates on defence industry development, major project pipelines, innovation across heavy and light industry, circular economy initiatives, and the essential role of hospitality and short‑term accommodation in supporting workforce attraction and project delivery. These themes reflect the forum’s purpose to highlight “how diverse industries benefit from each other through shared infrastructure, supply‑chain integration, and industry symbiosis.” 

With expert speakers, panel discussions, networking breaks and a buffet lunch provided, the forum offers a comprehensive overview of current activity and future opportunities across the Rockingham Industrial Zone and Western Trade Coast.

We are pleased to announce Rick Brooks as our MC for the day. With more than three decades of experience leading transformative initiatives across government, resources, energy, defence, manufacturing and community services, Rick brings deep industry insight and a strong track record in guiding complex conversations. His ability to connect people, drive shared understanding and navigate diverse stakeholder environments makes him an ideal facilitator for this strategic forum.

The final speaker lineup will be announced shortly.