Partnership Opportunities
2026 Partnership Opportunities
Partner with Transport Australia to reach senior public‑ and private‑sector leaders, shape the national conversation and accelerate reform via events, policy programs and leadership initiatives.
Leaders’ lunches and dinners
Leaders’ lunches are small informal boardroom style events, limited to 20-30 senior executives engaging in Chatham House Rules discussions with key government and industry stakeholders on trending industry issues. Leaders’ lunches are free for members.
- Attendance: two guests (one seated next to the speaker)
- Exclusive rights to lunch
- Provide vote of thanks
- Brand exposure: branding displayed on website, invitations, and marketing collateral
- Attendee list and run sheet prior to the event
- Option to display banners and/or other marketing material
- Post-event social media recognition
Board dinners
Board dinners are exclusive to Tier 1 members and Patrons who are invited to dinner with the RA Board immediately following Board meetings. Board dinners are invitation only and typically host 20-25 guests at EGM to CEO level.
- Attendance: two guests (one seated next to the speaker)
- Exclusive rights to lunch
- Provide vote of thanks
- Brand exposure: branding displayed on website, invitations, and marketing collateral
- Attendee list and run sheet prior to the event
- Option to display banners and/or other marketing material
- Post-event social media recognition
Industry lunches
Industry lunches featuring high profile guest speakers are held regularly in capital cities across the country, attracting 300-500 attendees. These events offer an ideal opportunity for companies to book corporate tables and fly their company flags.
- Attendance: 1 corporate table, plus 1 guest seated next to the speaker
- Exclusive rights to lunch
- Provide vote of thanks
- Brand exposure: branding displayed on website, invitations, and marketing collateral
- Attendee list and run sheet prior to the event
- Option to display banners and/or other marketing material
- Post-event social media recognition
IWD Series – March 2026
‘March Forward’ with Roads Australia this International Women’s Day, as we celebrate public and private sector achievements in creating an inclusive and sustainable workforce.
RA is committed to building a transport sector that attracts, engages and retains women as part of a diverse workforce, while shaping the transport networks of the future.
This year, we take on the challenge to turn promises into progress. What can we learn from those in our industry who are taking the bold steps? How do we take these lessons and implement them to continue the March Forward to gender equality in our industry?
Three events will be held across early March 2026 with Major Sponsor opportunities available for all three events to be held in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.
Benefits include;
- Attendance: 1 corporate table plus 1 guest seated next to the keynote speaker
- Exclusive rights to lunch
- Provide vote of thanks
- Brand exposure: branding displayed on website, invitations, and marketing collateral
- Attendee list and run sheet prior to the event
- Option to display banners and/or other marketing material
- Post-event social media recognition
Annual lunches
RA holds Annual (end-of-year) lunches in capital cities across the country to celebrate
the festive season with members and invited guests. These are our flagship events attracting
up to 550 guests in major cities. Guest speakers are generally state premiers or senior ministers.
- Attendance: 1 corporate table, plus 1 guest seated next to the speaker
- Exclusive rights to lunch
- Provide vote of thanks
- Brand exposure: branding displayed on website, invitations, and marketing collateral
- Attendee list and run sheet prior to the event
- Option to display banners and/or other marketing material
- Post-event social media recognition
Policy Partnerships
Through our policy programs Roads Australia plays a key role in advocating for a better transport system for Australia and shifting the dial on our national priorities. Policy partnerships provide a platform for members to showcase thought leadership and expertise. Shape research, drive advocacy, and create opportunities for reform across our four policy priorities:
- Boost productivity – Drive innovation and efficiency in infrastructure delivery.
- Reduce, reuse, recover – Lead the shift to circular economy practices and our industry’s efforts to decarbonise.
- Unlock the potential in people – Support workforce development and inclusion.
- Stay safe – Champion safety across the transport system.
Benefits
- Contribute your expertise in the development of influential policy reports, the selection of topics and speakers for our events, and you’ll have guaranteed access to Leader Lunches and relevant policy events, forums and more.
- Beyond thought leadership, your brand will be featured prominently on Roads Australia platforms, including policy reports, industry events, website, newsletter, and social media channels.
- Amplify your voice and help drive meaningful change across the transport sector.
To find out more here or email nicole.mclean@roads.org.au
Fellowship Program
The Fellowship Program is a unique mentoring initiative that matches industry ‘up and comers’ with 10-15 years of experience with some of the most experienced, senior leaders in the Australian infrastructure sector. The Program focuses heavily on mentoring and leadership and provides a strong sense of ongoing Fellowship with alumni opportunities and connection to the Emerging Leaders program. There are 40 fellows in each intake.
- Exclusive naming rights to program
- Brand exposure: branding displayed on website, invitations, and marketing collateral
- Opportunity to provide a fellow as per criteria
- Brand exposure at 6 annual events nationally
- Brand exposure at end-of-year dinner
- Brand exposure at mid-year dinner
- Vote of thanks at all events
- Opportunity to speak at Emerging Leader event
- Attendee list and run sheet prior to the event
- Option to display banners and/or other marketing material
- Post-event social media recognition
Emerging leaders program
The Emerging Leaders (EL) Program was introduced in 2016 for our members 0-10 years in the industry to network and expand career horizons. The network of our young leaders is more than 2,000. The program also represents RA’s commitment to fostering young talent and attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. The EL Program also includes our Gala dinner and this year we are introducing an EL Forum to be held the afternoon prior to the Gala dinner. There are also a series of lunches and webinars held nationally focussing on leadership.
- Attendance: 10 seats at every event
- Exclusive naming rights to program
- Brand exposure: branding displayed on website, invitations, and marketing collateral
- Brand exposure at 12 annual events nationally
- Brand exposure at Gala dinner
- Opportunity to host mentoring events inhouse
- Opportunity to provide speakers at events where appropriate
- Vote of thanks at all events
- Attendee list and run sheet prior to the event
- Option to display banners and/or other marketing material
- Exclusive naming rights to PPP award
- Post-event social media recognition
The Insider
The Insider newsletter is a weekly news service reaching over 18,000 subscribers
nationally. It has evolved into a key service to industry and provides updates on RA activity.
- Exclusive naming rights to the newsletter
- Additional opportunities to contribute thought leadership and other relevant news articles
The 2026 Roads Australia Transforming Transport Summit is essential for anyone involved in shaping the future of Australia’s transport infrastructure. This high-profile event, with a soon to be announced location and venue, gathers top government officials, industry leaders, and global experts to address the critical challenges of transforming transport into an integrated, safe, and sustainable system.
This summit offers valuable insights into key issues like productivity, decarbonisation, workforce development, and safety, helping you stay at the forefront of industry trends. The focus on digital technology and innovation promises to unlock new strategies for boosting performance in the transport sector.
Major Partner – (one remaining)
Make your mark on the Transforming Transport Summit in 2026 by becoming a major partner for the pinnacle event on the industry calendar.
- 10 delegate tickets to the Summit
- 1×3 floor space in the Activation Zone to showcase innovation and technology (at cost to partner)
- Corporate branding throughout the Summit – (as well as pre and post Summit)
- Full delegate list provided to the partner 48 hours prior to the event
- Company logo on all digital and print collateral created pertaining to the Summit
- Company logo on all communications related to the Summit
- Option to display RA approved collateral throughout the event space
- Event run sheet 48 hours prior to the event
- Post event social media recognition
- All imagery captured at the event to be issued to the partner within 1 week post event – event photographer supplied by Roads Australia
- Major partner announcement on RA social media channels
Pre-conference networking drinks
Kick things off at the Transforming Transport Summit in 2026 by hosting pre-summit drinks and setting the pace for the industries must attend event of the year.
- Host this 2-hour cocktail style event at your office for up to 120 invited delegates
- Full guest list provided to the partner 48 hours prior to the event
- Canapes and beverages to be supplied by the event host (to run for the duration of the event)
- Registration table and AV to be provided by the partner
- Partnership also offers event partnership of the Summit
- Company logo on all digital and print collateral created pertaining to the Summit
- Company logo on all communications related to the networking drinks (exclusively) and the Summit
- Company logo on invited guests name tags
- Representative to give welcome address and acknowledgment of country (by a senior representative of the business)
- Company branding throughout the networking space (provided by partner)
- 2–3-minute video to be played at the start of the event (provided by partner)
- Senior company representative to welcome invited keynote (keynote to be invited by Roads Australia)
- All imagery captured at the event to be issued to the partner within 1 week post event – event photographer supplied by Roads Australia
- Accoustic musician to be supplied by Roads Australia for the event duration
- Partner announcement on RA social media channels
- Thank you and recognition at the John Shaw dinner
Coffee Cart Partner
Sponsoring a coffee cart at the Transforming Transport Summit offers a unique opportunity to showcase your brand in a high-traffic, networking-driven environment.
As delegates gather around the coffee cart on arrival and up to the lunch break, your company will enjoy continuous visibility, creating organic conversations and building connections with key industry leaders. It’s a great way to support a hospitality touchpoint while reinforcing your brand’s presence at the heart of the event.
Plus, the casual and social nature of coffee breaks allows for relaxed engagement, fostering deeper relationships with potential clients and partners.
- Sponsor a coffee cart at the Summit for maximum brand exposure throughout the event
- Opportunity to showcase your brand with barista’s in branded t-shirts (supplied by partner)
- Company logo on selected digital collateral created pertaining to the Summit
- Company logo on all communications related to the Activation Zone and the Summit
- All imagery captured at the event to be issued to the partner within 1 week post event – from the Breakout Rooms
- Opportunity to supply branded coffee cups
- Partner announcement on RA social media channels
- Post Summit social media recognition
- Thank you and recognition at the John Shaw dinner
Summit Lanyard Sponsor
Becoming a lanyard sponsor at the Transforming Transport Summit offers your brand maximum visibility throughout the event. As every attendee will wear your branded lanyard, your company gains continuous exposure, ensuring that your logo and message are seen by key industry leaders, decision-makers, and influencers. It’s a simple yet impactful way to keep your brand front of mind, driving recognition and reinforcing your presence across the Summit.
- Branding the lanyards at the Transforming Transport Summit offers maximum brand exposure and visibility throughout the Summit, with most all delegates wearing the branded lanyard throughout the Summit
- Includes high visibility of wayfinding staff wearing your company brand as directional aides to guide guests between rooms.
- Company logo on selected digital collateral created pertaining to the Summit
- Company logo on all communications related to the registration process at the Summit
- Photography package captured at the Summit by professional photographer (provided by Roads Australia)
- Branding on lanyards that each delegate will wear throughout the Summit
- Post Summit social media recognition
- Partner announcement on RA social media channels
- Thank you and recognition at the John Shaw dinner
The prestigious John Shaw Dinner is held on the night of the annual Transport Summit and attracts over 700 attendees as the industry’s premier event.
The John Shaw Dinner is the most sought-after networking opportunity in our industry each year. In 2026, we’ll be announcing the date and location very shortly. Join us for an evening that celebrates excellence and recognises significant individual achievement in our industry.
Be part of a small premium suite of partners as we award the prestigious John Shaw Medal to its 31st recipient, honouring an industry champion who has made a lasting contribution to Australia’s integrated transport network.
Major Partner – (three remaining)
As a Major Partner of the John Shaw Dinner, you will receive;
- CEO hosted at a premium Roads Australia table.
- Five guests seated at a prime location partner table
- Partner Hype Reel showcased twice during event breaks.
- Major Partner brand exposure across the John Shaw Dinner website, invitations, and marketing materials.
- Opportunity to create interactive displays and activations in the foyer.
- Access to the attendee list and run sheet before the event.
- Post-event social media recognition across all RA channels relating to the John Shaw Dinner.
Event Partners
As an Event Partner of the John Shaw Dinner, we’re excited to offer the following benefits;
- Two guests seated at a prime location partner table
- Event Partner brand exposure across the John Shaw Dinner website, invitations, and marketing materials.
- Opportunity to create one interactive display in the foyer.
- Access to the attendee list and run sheet before the event.
- Post-event social media recognition across all our channels.
Post Dinner Networking Partner
As guests unwind in the post event networking function space. Continue to enjoy opportunities to continue networking post the event.
As the partner for this part of the night you will receive;
- Two guests seated at a prime location partner table at the John Shaw Dinner
- Event Partner brand exposure across the John Shaw Dinner website, invitations, and marketing materials.
- Opportunity to create one interactive display in the foyer.
- Access to the attendee list and run sheet before the event.
- Post-event social media recognition across all our channels.
