The Briefing Day is the official induction and starting point of Australia Speaks - an exclusive, full-day experience bringing program participants together in Sydney at the beginning of their six-week journey.

Hosted with Australia Speaks partners and industry contributors, the day will introduce you to professional media and creative environments through practical workshops, industry experiences and opportunities to connect with fellow participants, mentors and professionals.

Whether you are relatively new to screen production, journalism, or already working professionally, the day is designed to help you strengthen your story concept, expand your skills and understand the Program’s structure, opportunities, and support.

A private, participant-only event

Attendance is reserved exclusively for members of the 2026 Australia Speaks cohort. Final venue, arrival and access information will be provided directly to confirmed participants.

• This Is An Invite-Only Event For Participants Only (Details In Your Invitation)

• Date: Wednesday, 5 August, 2026

• Time: 9AM - 5PM (AEST)

• Location: Sydney, NSW (Venue Details Provided Privately)

• Food & Beverages: Included

• Dress Code: Comfortable Clothing & Closed-Toe Shoes; A Notebook Or Laptop To Take Notes

The day is expected to include:

• Program welcome and induction

• Professional studio and media experiences

• Story development and interviewing workshops

• Practical camera, sound and production activities

• Adobe storytelling and Creative Cloud learning

• Connections with mentors, industry contributors and the cohort

By the end of the day, you should leave ready - or close to ready - to begin developing a factual story that reflects your voice, interests and ambitions, with a clearer pathway for the six weeks ahead. Program activities, contributors and locations remain subject to change. Photographs shown are from previous events and may not represent the final Briefing Day experience.