Join CPA Congress 2026 and shape what’s next.

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Overview

CPA Australia’s Profit for Purpose Conference 2026 is a bold, future-focused, two-day flagship event and the premier national forum for finance and leadership professionals driving impact across the purpose sector.

From

299 AUD

(Incl. GST)

14 – 16 October

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre

Feature speakers

Bill Shorten AM

Vice Chancellor and President, University of Canberra / Speaking at: Virtual Event

Natasha McCarthy FCPA

CFO, QLD Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business / Speaking at: Gold Coast

14 – 16 October

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre

From 299 AUD(Incl. GST)

Feature speakers

Bill Shorten AM

Vice Chancellor and President, University of Canberra / Speaking at: Virtual Event

Natasha McCarthy FCPA

CFO, QLD Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business / Speaking at: Gold Coast

Shape what’s next

As the role of a finance professional continues to extend beyond reporting and analysis, CPA Congress 2026 focuses on how you can lead better outcomes for your business. This year’s program supports finance leaders to move from insight to influence by building the systems, metrics and confidence that are required to shape results. Delivered in Melbourne, Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur – as well as Virtual Live + OnDemand – you’re sure to find a flexible option so you can attend and engage.

Last chance to save 10% on eligible Melbourne passes. Available for a limited time until 11.59pm (AEST) on Friday 12 June 2026. Excludes masterclasses and guest dinner tickets.

Speakers

CPA Congress 2026 brings together finance leaders, business decision makers, and subject matter experts to explore how finance is shaping organisational performance through stronger systems, meaningful metrics, and outcome-focused decision-making.

Melbourne Masterclass speakers

Enhance your experience at CPA Congress 2026 by attending these optional Melbourne masterclasses on 20 October that will sharpen how you lead, communicate and deliver impact. You’ll gain valuable insights that you can apply immediately with your team. Available to purchase separately, limited spaces available.

Unlock your experience – your way

Flexible access, global reach

Attend in-person in Melbourne, Hong Kong or Kuala Lumpur, or join virtually from anywhere. CPA Congress 2026 offers flexible ways to engage, learn and stay connected across regions and formats.

Immersive in-person learning

Focused sessions, in-depth masterclasses, business lunches, and networking opportunities designed to support practical learning, encourage informed discussion, and build lasting professional connections.

Insights you can apply

Speakers share practical perspectives and examples that help translate insight into action – supporting stronger performance, better outcomes, and long-term value.

Extra value with OnDemand

Virtual attendees can revisit sessions OnDemand, allowing time to reflect, apply learning, and catch up on key moments when it suits their schedule.

Hear from past CPA Congress attendees

Listen to finance professionals as they explain what CPA Congress means to them, why they attend, what they learn, and what makes the experience memorable.

Why attend CPA Congress?
2025 attendees share what motivated them to make CPA Congress a priority.
What CPA Congress Taught Me
Key insights and lessons attendees took away from their CPA Congress experience.
Why employers invest in CPA Congress
Employers share why they support their teams to attend.

Participate as a sponsor

Each year, CPA Congress brings thousands of accounting and finance professionals together for one event. In 2026, we’re planning to be joined by 10,000 attendees from Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe and the UK, roughly 9000 virtually and 1200 in-person. This is your opportunity to align your products and services in addressing key topics and issues critical to the accounting profession. Get in touch if you’d like to be involved: [email protected]

Download Sponsor Pack (PDF, 1.7 MB)

Inclusivity and accessibility

We are committed to inclusivity and accessibility. Participants who require reasonable adjustments are encouraged to notify us at the point of registration so appropriate support can be arranged.

Have questions?

Please call Member Services:

Within Australia: 1300 73 73 73
Outside Australia: +61 3 9606 9677

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Overview

Feature speakers

Feature speakers

Shape what’s next

Speakers

Melbourne Masterclass speakers

Unlock your experience – your way

Flexible access, global reach

Immersive in-person learning

Insights you can apply

Extra value with OnDemand

Hear from past CPA Congress attendees

Why attend CPA Congress?

What CPA Congress Taught Me

Why employers invest in CPA Congress

Participate as a sponsor

Inclusivity and accessibility

Have questions?

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