Gold Coast Gold Conference Agenda
25-26 March 2026 | QT Hotel Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise
This agenda was what 2026 consisted of.. We will be updating for the 2027 Conference a few months in advance (so end of 2026) so please do check back for updates!
Wednesday 25th – Thursday 26th March 2026
Full Gold Coast Gold Agenda
the real money show
QT Hotel Gold Coast, The Ballroom
At only $179 (+booking fee) come join us and attend Gold Coast Gold, located at the beautiful Gold Coast, Australia. This two-day event brings together the precious metals and investment community in an engaging, compact format. Experience a day filled with expert keynote speakers, insightful discussions with ASX-listed companies, and thought-provoking panel sessions. With gold’s value unmatched and irreplaceable, this is your opportunity to gain crucial insights, network with industry leaders, and explore the latest investment strategies in a concentrated, high-impact setting. Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in the gold industry’s most compelling conversations and connections!
Wednesday, 25 March 2026 | In Association with Liberty Bullion
| 08:00 | REGISTRATION AND EXHIBITION OPENS - QT Hotel & Resorts Ballroom |
| Session 1 | Sponsored by Ainslie | |
| 08:15 | Welcome, Kerry Stevenson - Founder: Gold Events & Host: Making Money Matter |
| 08:30 | Opening Address: Sam Lawrie, Founder, Liberty Bullion |
| 09:00 | Panel Discussion: How to Get Started in Precious Metals (even if you think you know it all) |
| Chaired By: Shae Russell, Investment Analyst Director, mining.com.au | |
| Panelist: Sean Russo, Managing Director and Founder, Noah's Rule | |
| Panelist: Paul Engeman, Director, Ainslie | |
| Panelist: Sam Lawrie, Founder, Liberty Bullion | |
| Panelist: Tony Locantro, Investment Manager, Alto Capital | |
| Panelist: Alex Scanlon, Managing Director and CEO, Barton Gold | |
| 09:45 | Vertex Minerals, Roger Jackson, Managing Director (ASX:VTX) |
| 10:00 | Legacy Minerals, Christopher Byrne, Managing Director (ASX:LGM) |
| 10:15 | "Permits, Tenements & Risk: What every exploration investor needs to know" AMETS, Leanne Brock, CEO |
| 10:30 | Morning Tea in the Exhibition Area |
| Session 2 | Sponsored by Ainslie | |
| Chaired By: Sam Lawrie, Founder, Liberty Bullion | |
| 11:00 | "What to do in a bull market" Alto Capital, Tony Locantro, Investment Manager |
| 11:30 | Sunshine Metals, Damien Keys, Managing Director (ASX:SHN) |
| 11:45 | Barton Gold, Alexander Scanlon, Managing Director and CEO (ASX:BGD) |
| 12:00 | Ainslie, Paul Engeman, Director |
| 12:15 | Larvotto Resources, Ron Heeks, MD (ASX:LRV) |
| 12:30 | Lunch in the Exhibition Area |
| Session 3 | Sponsored by Ainslie | |
| Chaired By: Paul Engeman, Director, Ainslie | |
| 13:30 | Spotlight: PMT Refinery, Glenn Duncan, Business Development Manager |
| 13:35 | Spotlight: LinQ Minerals, Clive Donner, Executive Chair (ASX:LNQ) |
| 13:40 | Spotlight: Australian Gold & Copper, Glen Diemar, Managing Director (ASX:AGC) |
| 13:45 | Spotlight: Gold Mines Australia, Warwick Anderson, MD |
| 13:50 | Spotlight: Australian Gold Fund, Brian Chu, Founder |
| 14:00 | "Gold forecasting and investing" Prerequisite Capital, Daniel Want, Founder |
| 15:00 | Afternoon Tea in the Exhibition Area |
| Session 4 | Sponsored by Ainslie | |
| Chaired By: Paul Engeman, Director, Ainslie | |
| 15:30 | "Charts and more to guide your way" David Bird AKA 'ASX Trader' |
| 16:00 | Emmerson Resources, Mike Dunbar, Managing Director (ASX:ERM) |
| 16:15 | AuMEGA Metals, Justin Osborne, Chairman (ASX:AAM) |
| 16:30 | Kairos Minerals, Dr. Peter Turner, Managing Director (ASX:KAI) |
| 16:45 | "Creating shareholder value" Simon Lawson, Deputy Director, Ramelius Resources |
| 17:15 | Panel Discussion: What the experts are looking at in 2026 |
| Chaired By: Tony Locantro, Investment Manager, Alto Capital | |
| Panelist: David Bird, aka 'ASX Trader' | |
| Panelist: Daniel Want, Founder, Prerequisite Capital | |
| Panelist: Chris Tipper, Chief Economist, Ainslie | |
| 18:00 | Networking Drinks | Sponsored By Kingsgate |
Thursday, 26 March 2026 | In association with LIBERTY BULLION
| 07:00 | Ainslie Breakfast: The Bullion Sunrise Show | QT Ballroom |
| While this is complimentary, please register your seat HERE. | |
| Ainslie's Chief Economist Chris Tipper will lead a panel discussion alongside Lynette Zang, David Bird (ASX Trader), and Kerry Stevenson, covering the latest geopolitical developments, overnight gold and macro news, precious metals markets, and investment strategies, giving attendees a head start on the day. | |
| 08:00 | REGISTRATION AND EXHIBITION OPENS - QT Hotel and Resorts Ballroom |
| Session 5 | |
| 08:30 | Welcome & Chaired By: Kerry Stevenson, Founder: Gold Events & Host: Making Money Matter |
| 08:40 | Keynote Presentation: "Why patterns matter" Lynette Zang, Founder, Zang International |
| 09:30 | ABC Bullion, Jordan Eliseo, General Manager |
| 09:45 | Kalamazoo Resources, Luke Reinehr, Executive Chairman (ASX:KZR) |
| 10:00 | Cosmo Metals, Ian Prentice, Managing Director (ASX:CMO) |
| 10:15 | Gorilla Gold, Charles Hughes, CEO (ASX:GG8) |
| 10:30 | Morning Tea in the Exhibition Area |
| Session 6 | |
| Chaired By: Tony Locantro, Investment Manager, Alto Capital | |
| 11:00 | "Looking back, looking forward and everything in between", Rob Murdoch, Founder, Austex Resources Opportunities Pty Ltd |
| 11:30 | London DE, Phil Spencer, Founder and CEO |
| Ecotech Resources, Richard Grainger, Stakeholder Engagement Manager | |
| 11:45 | Tarrina Resources, Dr. Greg Partington, CEO (ASX:TR8) |
| 12:00 | Horizon Gold Limited, Scott Williamson, Managing Director & CEO (ASX:HRN) |
| 12:15 | Kaiser Reef, Brad Valiukas, Managing Director (ASX:KAU) |
| 12:30 | Lunch in the Exhibition Area |
| Session 7 | |
| Chaired By: Tony Locantro, Investment Manager, Alto Capital | |
| 13:30 | Keynote Presentation: "Don't be scared, be prepared" Hedley Widdup, Managing Director, Lion Selection Group |
| 14:00 | PC Gold, Ashley Pattison, Executive Chair (ASX:PC2) |
| 14:15 | North Stawell Minerals, Scott Duncombe, Exploration Manager (ASX:NSM) |
| 14:30 | West Wits Mining, Michael Quinert, Chairman (ASX:WWI) |
| 14:45 | Patriot Resources, Mr. Dominic Duggan, CEO (ASX:PAT) |
| 15:00 | Afternoon Tea in the Exhibition Area |
| Session 8 | |
| Chaired By: Kerry Stevenson, Founder: Gold Events & Host: Making Money Matter | |
| 15:30 | Keynote Presentation: "Have we missed the boat?" Sean Russo, Principal & Managing Director, Noah's Rule |
| 16:15 | Kingsgate Consolidated, Bronwyn Parry, General Manager Corporate (ASX:KCN) |
| 16:30 | Wrap Up Panel Discussion |
| Chaired By: Sean Russo, Principal & Managing Director, Noah's Rule | |
| Panelist: Hedley Widdup, Managing Director, Lion Selection Group | |
| Panelist: Lynette Zang, Founder, Zang International | |
| Panelist: Sam Lawrie, Founder, Liberty Bullion | |
| Panelist: Alexander Scanlon, Managing Director & CEO, Barton Gold | |
| 17:30 | Prize Giveaway (Must Be Present to Win!) & Close of Conference |
| ~ 18.00 | Close of Conference and Networking in the Stingray Lounge (cash bar) |
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Conference Accommodation
Book Your Stay Near QT Hotels, Gold Coast
Maximise your Gold Coast experience and stay at the eclectic, luxury boutique hotel that is the QT Gold Coast. Not only will you have a delightful experience with the QT, you will be also be at the epitome of convenience for the Conference right downstairs. We have secured a special delegate rate please see the booking information below.
If that’s not your style, we invite you to consider Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise if you’re still looking for walking distance convenience.
Alternatively, the Gold Coast has a wide range of accommodation available and with easy access via public transport (or reasonable parking with QT) feel free to explore what booking.com has on offer.
Booking Information
- Bookings at the QT, with an agreed event rate of $259 per room exc breakfast. You can CLICK HERE to book direct. If you have any questions that the link cannot provide, feel free to contact them directly on 07 5584 1200 or via email reservations_qtgoldcoast@evt.com to lock in the rate – just be sure to mention that you are attending Gold Coast Gold.
- Please also consider Meriton Suites across the street – their best rates are direct with the hotel, or explore what booking.com has to offer across the Gold Coast as QT is easily accessible via public transport.
Parking
Valet parking for hotel guests is $50 per day.
Casual On-Site parking is $30 per day, or $6 per hour, subject to availability.
Please note: there is limited parking at the venue and therefore we encourage you to take other modes of transport to reach the venue.
Directions
The Ballroom
The Gold Coast Gold Conference itself will be held in the QT Ballroom and Ballroom Foyer located on the ground floor of the hotel.
Transport
The closest tram station is Cypress Avenue which is a 3 min walk from the venue. Depending on which direction you are coming from, the two closest bus stops are Ferny Ave at Ocean Avenue or Surfers Paradise, Cypress Avenue both of which are a 5 min walk away.
PS: Although parking is limited it is easily accessible by public transportation.
To enquire about sponsorship of these events, please email: kerry@symposium.net.au