In its inaugural year, Hunter New Energy Week builds on the strong foundation of the Hunter New Energy Symposium, expanding its scope to reflect the scale, complexity and significance of the energy transformation underway in the Hunter.
The week will feature a curated program of events, forums and experiences designed to connect people across energy, industry, skills, innovation and community – creating more opportunities to engage, collaborate and contribute to the region’s new energy future.
Alongside the Symposium, Hunter New Energy Week will feature a range of additional events and partner-led activities, including:
Further details will be released as planning progresses, however you can find out more about the Symposium now as well as register your interest in a number of other events today:
A forum bringing together stakeholders to co-design the positioning of the Hunter as a-Leading New Energy Industrial Cluster.
A new addition to Hunter New Energy Week, curated by New.E and HunterNet to spotlight the organisations delivering real-world energy solutions in and from the Hunter region.
HNES2026 will be delivered as a single-day, high-impact plenary Symposium on Thursday, 28 May, bringing all delegates together in one room for a shared conversation.
Focused on emerging talent, skills and future workforce pathways. Again, more details will be released over the coming weeks.
The Hunter region is at the heart of Australia’s energy future – with world-class infrastructure, a highly skilled workforce and a proven ability to adapt and evolve.
Hunter New Energy Week recognises that the transition is not just technical or economic – it is regional, social and generational. By expanding beyond a single event, the week creates opportunities for more people to participate in shaping what comes next.
Hunter New Energy Week is designed for people working across the energy transition, including:
Whether you’re leading projects, building capability, investing, educating or entering the sector — there’s a place for you in the conversation.
There are a range of sponsorship opportunities available for the 2026 Symposium, including Platinum, Gold, and Session sponsorships, as well as ownership of the coffee cart and other networking components.
The exhibition presents an excellent opportunity for new and established energy solution providers and stakeholders to showcase their projects, technologies and services to a highly engaged and relevant market. For just $2,000 exhibitors receive:
Please download the Prospectus or contact Merran Wiggins merran@hunternet.com.au, 0414 599 636 for more information.
Note: Packages sold out in 2025 so please indicate early if you are interested.
