Master Painters Australia NSW | ACT
2026 Members Conference & Gala Dinner
CELEBRATING BUSINESS EXCELLENCE & RECOGNISING ACHIEVEMENT
Connect. Celebrate. Be Inspired.
Saturday 30 May
Shangri-la Sydney, 176 Cumberland Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
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Conference Programme
2026 MPA Gala Dinner & Conference
Celebrate. Connect. Be Inspired.
Join the Master Painters Association NSW & ACT for the industry’s night of nights — a full day of learning, networking, and culminating in an unforgettable Gala Dinner celebrating outstanding achievements.
📅 Saturday 30 May 2026
📍 Shangri-La Sydney
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks NSW 2000
Theme: Celebrating Business Excellence & Recognising Achievement
A Premier Event for the Painting & Decorating Industry
The 2026 MPA Conference & Gala Dinner brings together painters, decorators, contractors, suppliers and partners for a day of professional development and celebration.
Hosted at the iconic Shangri-La Sydney, overlooking Sydney Harbour, this is your opportunity to:
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Celebrate outstanding achievements in the industry
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Recognise the people and projects making a difference
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Connect with industry leaders, partners and peers
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Enjoy an evening of awards, entertainment and networking
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Saturday, 30 May 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Exclusive Lunch, Conference and Trade Expo for MPA Members & Guests Grand Ballroom Cancelled Based on member feedback received, the conference component of our Gala event, which was scheduled to start at 12 pm, will no longer proceed.
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Saturday, 30 May 6:15 pm – 11:00 pm
Gala Dinner Grand Ballroom $299 per ticket
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment and celebration! Join us as we honour the best in the industry at the Master Painters Awards for Excellence 2025 — the ultimate night of nights. Enjoy a spectacular night of fine dining, live entertainment and dancing, all in cocktail-style sophistication. Dress code: Cocktail.If you have already purchased your tickets, please allow extra travel time to arrive at the Shangri-La, as Vivid Sydney 2026 lights and events will be on in the Sydney CBD. We recommend using public transport, an Uber, or a taxi to get to the hotel.
Guiding us through the evening is the exceptional Tim Gilbert — renowned sports presenter, commentator and producer — who will bring his signature charisma and energy to the Awards. Tim has reported on some of the greatest local and international sporting moments from the last 30 years.

Join us at our event!
Connect. Celebrate. Be Inspired.
To register, simply add your contact details, provide us with the number tickets you would like to buy for the Gala Dinner, click on the events you’d like to attend, and press Submit. A confirmation with payment options will be emailed to you.
Registration
To register, simply add your contact details, provide us with the number tickets you would like to buy for the Gala Dinner, click on the events you’d like to attend, and press Submit. A confirmation with payment options will be emailed to you.
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VIEW PHOTOS: Here are photos from the 2026 Gala Dinner.
WHAT’S ON IN SYDNEY:
Extend your Conference and Gala Dinner experience with the brilliance of Vivid Sydney! From the Shangri-La’s stunning vantage point, enjoy sweeping views of the harbour lit up in vibrant colour — the perfect backdrop to an unforgettable stay. If you are planning to walk around Sydney and see Vivid, bring some warm, comfortable clothing and shoes. The event is FREE.
Sydney Vivid Website: Vivid Sydney | Light, Music, Ideas & Food
ACCOMMODATION:
Stay at the Shangri-La Sydney and enjoy luxurious accommodation with Harbour and Opera House views.
Ensconced in the historic Rocks District, Shangri-La Sydney features 565 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, award-winning dining experiences, and Chi, The Spa, an urban oasis in the heart of the city.
Website: https://www.shangri-la.com/sydney/shangrila/
💆🏻♀️🧖🏽♂️ Shangri-La Sydney Chi, the Spa discount
Stay at the Shangri-La Sydney and enjoy 10% off Chi Spa treatments (bookings required; excludes products).
Exclusive MPA Member Rate
Room rates: Room only: $520 Room + 1 Breakfast: $560
1. Simply click the link here.
Or follow the steps below.
1) Visit https://www.shangri-la.com/
2) Insert hotel name, check-in date, check-out date, and total number of guests.
3) On next column, click "Special Code" > choose "Group" > key in Group Block code MPC300526
4) Click "Search" and rates will display accordingly.
*Credit card required only to guarantee room booking, no payment transaction will be made until you stay at the Shangri-La Sydney.
PARKING:
The cost of parking at the Shangri-la Hotel, Sydney is $105 per night (cars under 2.1 metres in height). You can leave your car with our valets at any time on the day of arrival and do not have to depart until 3pm on the day of check-out before additional charges apply. Excluding the day of departure you can come and go as often as you like but only be charged the flat nightly rate of $105. The car park is open 24 hours a day. Bookings are not required or taken.
Casual parking is $65 per day (must leave by midnight) and $45 when visiting any of our outlets such as Blue bar, Altitude or Chi Spa etc.
Alternately there is a Wilson parking station located in the Quay West building directly behind us (entry is at 111 Harrington St). Bookings are made online and depending on the time of the week or whatever specials they are offering it may be a less expensive option. Please be aware that you would not have 24 hour access to your car.
FAQS
Is the conference free to attend?
Yes, for MPA Members and invited guests.
Do I need to book for lunch?
Yes. Lunch is included but registration is required.
How do I buy Gala Dinner tickets?
Select Gala Dinner during registration. Confirmation and payment instructions sent via email.
Is the event open to non-members?
Gala Dinner tickets are for members only. Conference access is limited to members and invited partners. If you would like to become a member, please contact us on (02) 9758 8877 or reception@masterpainters.com.au
Dress code for the dinner?
Cocktail.
Need assistance?
Master Painters Association NSW & ACT
📞 (02) 9758 8877
📧 reception@masterpainters.com.au
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Our 2026 Gala Dinner partners:
Flame Security International/Firecoat
FIRECOAT is owned and operated by Flame Security International (FSI), an innovative and proactive research and development organisation dedicated to developing highly innovative products and services that solve major problems. With origins in Sweden, FSI was established in Australia in 2018. The Australian company is based in Sydney. Confronted by the scale of bushfire disasters across Australia in recent decades, FSI partnered with leading scientists at UNSW Sydney to revolutionise fire protection innovation. More than 5 years of research and development have led to a game-changing polymer technology that has unlocked world-first standards in fire protection. FIRECOAT was born to make this unprecedented level of defence against the fire loss and damage accessible to home and property owners across Australia and around the world.
If you have contact any questions contact us here.
MGA Insurance
MGA Insurance Brokers is an Australian-owned insurance broker with over fifty years of industry experience. We have more than 40 offices nationwisde and have built a strong reputation in the painting sector, where our specialist team has been providing tailored general insurance solutions for over thirty years. Our dedicated MGA Trades' team has offices in both Sydney and Brisbane and knows the painting industry inside and out, here to help businesses protect what matters.
The team at MGA Insurance Brokers are specialists in painters’ insurance. We work closely with our insurance partners to ensure the products we recommend are fit for purpose for painting contractors. We can provide all types of tailored general insurance solutions, including:
Public Liability – Exclusive, discounted premiums with a tailored policy designed specifically for the painting industry, covering a range of exposures including injury to contractors, overspray damage and glass scratching claims.
Personal Accident - Comprehensive coverage protecting you and your team against injury, with benefits tailored to the realities of working in the painting sector.
Tools of Trade - Protection for your equipment and tools, ensuring business continuity if your gear is damaged, lost, or stolen.
Motor Vehicle Insurance - Specialised cover for vehicles used in your painting operations, configured to handle the unique risks of trade vehicles.
In addition, benefit from MGA’s expertise in managing complex liability, motor and property claims for the painting industry for over 30 years.
With MGA’s Trades Team – you and your business are in safe hands. Contact us today on 1300 654 642 to discuss your insurance needs.
IHSEQ
HSEQ is a specialist HSEQ consultancy delivering practical work health and safety, environmental and quality management solutions to the construction, trades and maintenance sectors. We help organisations design, implement and maintain ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001(Environmental) and ISO 45001 (Safety) management systems, develop compliant SWMS and safety documentation, and achieve contractor prequalification through schemes such as CM3 and Avetta. Backed by Exemplar Global-certified lead auditors, we deliver practical, audit-ready solutions tailored to the painting and decorating trade - not generic templates.
Exclusive Member Offer - MPA NSW & ACT
For Master Painters Australia NSW & ACT members, iHSEQ is pleased to offer 20% off our consulting services. Quote your MPA membership number when engaging iHSEQ to claim your discount.
Do you have any questions about IHSEQ services or consultancy? Call 0415 530 008.
Monarch
Monarch is Australia’s premium paint accessories brand, renowned for delivering handcrafted, professional-quality products trusted by painters, decorators, and trade professionals across the country.
For 30 years, Monarch has been at the forefront of innovation, developing high-performance paint brushes, rollers, tools, and accessories designed to help achieve exceptional results on every job. Combining superior craftsmanship, quality materials, and industry-leading technology, our range has set the benchmark for painting excellence.
Whether you're tackling a residential repaint, commercial project, or detailed finishing work, Monarch offers the tools professionals rely on for precision, durability, and a superior finish.
Discover our extensive range of brushes, rollers, tools, and other painting accessories in our latest catalogue.
Botany Access
At Botany Access, we pride ourselves on our amazing range of access equipment that helps customers complete their maintenance or construction projects with ease. Whether you are looking for a cherry picker, boom lift or scaffolding hire or need a reliable scissor lift, or forklift hire, we have the right solution for you at an affordable price.
We view ourselves as not just another hire company, but an extension of your business. We place an emphasis on your customer support by providing expert advice and assistance with any questions as you might have regarding our machines, allowing your time while hiring with us to run as smoothly as possible.
Want to hire our access equipment? Call 1300 883 843 or make an enquiry here.
