2026 Conference – Melbourne (October 2026)
19th – 20th October 2026 Coordinated by a volunteer committee of women who have owned and operated their own distilleries for many years, the conference is grounded in real industry experience and a genuine commitment to supporting others. Held in Melbourne this October, the conference combines guided visits to leading distilleries — including Four Pillars…
2025 Conference Wrap Up
20th – 21st October 2025 The 2025 AWDA Annual Conference brought members together in Sydney from Monday 20th to Tuesday 21st October for three days of connection, education and industry collaboration. Monday was a full-day of distillery tours showcasing some of the city’s most innovative craft producers. Starting from the Ace Hotel Sydney, the group…
2024 Conference Wrap Up
Our annual networking conference was held in Newcastle this year and we were thrilled to have a wonderful group of 22 women enjoyed two days of exclusive distillery tours and tastings, conference presentations and wellness days. It’s the most valuable experience for our members and is a core objective for the AWDA. Day One: Distillery…