The Group’s next meeting will be a NSW Central West Regional meeting to be held in Parkes. This one-day event is designed to foster genuine connection among geotechnical and mining professionals in the region—creating opportunities for meaningful conversations, knowledge sharing, and community building. The focus is on bringing people together at different stages of their careers to share site projects, experiences, and practical learnings, while also supporting the development of mentoring relationships. Join us for:

• Keynote presentation from the NSW regulator, addressing recent safety focuses in geotechnical practice
• Site project presentations showcasing local experiences and lessons learned
• Networking and mentoring opportunities in a relaxed, welcoming setting

We are giving priority to people who live and work in the Central West region, including Parkes, Forbes, Dubbo, Orange, Bathurst, Cobar, West Wyalong and Wagga. If the organising committee has been in touch, you’ll soon receive an access code. If you’re based in the region but haven’t heard from us yet, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the committee — we’d love to hear from you at [email protected]

Evolution Northparkes Operations has generously arranged an optional underground tour of their operations on the day before the workshop, 9 October. Open to all meeting attendees, this is a chance to go behind the scenes and see firsthand one of Australia’s most advanced underground mines.

• Available only to those attending the meeting
• Limited to two tours of 20 participants each
• Attendees to organise their own transport to North Parkes.

Register for the meeting via the Eventzilla page  HERE – remember to use your access code!

RSVPs will close on the 19^th of September. Any remaining places will be opened to the wider community.

We would like to thank our current sponsors for their continued support of the EAGCG and our events.