The Australian Athletics National Coaching Conference (AANCC) and Women in Coaching and Leadership Day (WCLD) brings together coaches from across Australia and around the world to connect, learn, and lead the future of athlete development in athletics.
Hosted at the University of Queensland in Brisbane from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October 2026, this three-day conference will explore what it means to be future-ready as we build toward the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The conference will feature leading experts from Australia, Oceania, and internationally, alongside strong opportunities for connection and collaboration through structured networking sessions. The conference centers on equipping coaches with the tools, knowledge, and network needed to evolve training environments, athlete support systems, and performance practice. From community participation through to high performance, the program will deliver practical, real-world insights where technical mastery meets innovation and impact.
📅 Dates: 9–11 October 2026
📍 Location: University of Queensland, Brisbane
Early Bird: (closes 1 June 2026):
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*This event will only be in person to have a focus on connection and network; it will not be available online.
Get ready to learn from Australian and International experts and trailblazers in coaching.
Hayes is an Olympic gold medallist (Athens 2004, 100m hurdles) who has successfully transitioned into coaching, developing multiple Olympians and World Championship medallists including Rai Benjamin, Jasmine Jones, and Sydney McLaughlin. Named USA Track & Field Coach of the Year in 2024 and currently Director of Track & Field/Cross Country at UCLA, Hayes brings rare insight as someone who has excelled at the highest level both as an athlete and coach, building high-performance cultures with an athlete-centred approach.
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This activity received grant funding from the Australian Government.
