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International Talent Identification and Development Conference 2026

The International Talent Identification and Development Conference 2026 will explore Best Practice and Next Practice in identifying and developing high-performance sporting talent

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Co-hosted by the Australian Institute of Sport and the Queensland Academy of Sport, this four-day program will be delivered across two locations:

  • Canberra (May 4-5): Australia’s capital city and home of the Australian Institute of Sport
  • Brisbane (May 8-9): host of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and home of the Queensland Academy of Sport

Across both locations, leading researchers and practitioners will examine the latest thinking and practice in identifying and developing sporting talent. Guided by the theme of ‘Best Practice - Next Practice’, the conference explores what’s working in sport systems today and what’s emerging for future practice.

Through keynote presentations, interactive sessions, and cross-sector discussions, this event will bring together evidence and innovation in high-performance sport. 

Abstract Submissions

Researchers and practitioners are invited to share their work at the TID Conference 2026 - submit an abstract to be considered for a presentation. Please note all presenters will still need to complete a registration.

Abstract Submissions are open now

Submit your abstract and find out more

If you’re not submitting an abstract but would like to attend, you are invited to register below.

Registrations

Register now to join the TID Conference.

All prices are listed in AUD. The Early Bird rate is available until the 8th of March 2026.

International delegates have the option to select either the domestic ticket, or an all-inclusive ticket that includes an internal flight from Canberra to Brisbane: AUD $1,000, or for international students AUD $900

  • Register now

    Full conference (Canberra & Brisbane): General: Early Bird AUD 400 / Standard AUD 500 Student: Early Bird AUD 250 / Standard AUD 300 2 Days (AIS, Canberra or QAS, Brisbane only): Early bird AUD 300 / Standard AUD 400

  • Group Registration (5+)

    Full conference (Canberra & Brisbane): Group Rate: Early Bird AUD 320 / Standard AUD 400 Student: Early Bird AUD 200 / Standard AUD240 2 Days (AIS, Canberra or QAS, Brisbane only): Early Bird AUD 240 / Standard AUD 320

Conference Schedule

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Keynote Speakers

Coming soon

Contact

For further information, please contact austidconference@ausport.gov.au