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August 4, Tuesday @ 11:00 am - August 6, Thursday @ 3:00 pm AEST
Connect, network and enjoy some friendly competition in Hobart, Devonport and Launceston from 4–6 August 2026.
These free events bring together TasWater employees, suppliers and industry professionals to strengthen connections, share knowledge and explore products and services supporting the water industry. Attendees can also enjoy crowd favourites including the IXOM Best Tasting Tap Water Competition and the Reece Civil + Viadux Mains Tapping Competition.
As part of our commitment to keeping events free and accessible to support industry connection, WIOA Corporate and Utility Members are invited to attend the morning activities and networking sessions.
Day One: Tuesday, 4 August – Hobart
My State Arena – 601 Brooker Hwy, Hobart Tasmania 7010
| 11:00 | Arrival and check in |
| 11:15 – 12pm | Best Tasting Tap Water Competition and Main Tapping Contest |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 1:00 | Transition to auditorium for Presentations (accessible to TasWater only) |
Day Two: Wednesday, 5 August – Devonport
Paranaple Convention Centre – 137 Rooke St, Devonport Tasmania 7310
| 11:00 | Arrival and check in |
| 11:15 – 12pm | Best Tasting Tap Water Competition and Main Tapping Contest |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 1:00 | Transition to auditorium for Presentations (accessible to TasWater only) |
Day Three: Thursday, 6 August – Launceston
Launceston Conference Centre – 50 Glen Dhu St, Launceston Tasmania 7249
| 11:00 | Arrival and check in |
| 11:15 – 12pm | Best Tasting Tap Water Competition and Main Tapping Contest |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 1:00 | Transition to auditorium for Presentations (accessible to TasWater only) |
WIOA TAS Competitions
IXOM Best Tasting Tap Water – Can You Taste the Best? Apply here
Reece Civil + Viadux Water Mains Tapping Challenge – Can Your Team Beat the Competition? Enter here
Nominate Your Operations Staff for a WIOA Award – Celebrate the Best of the Best!
Know someone making a real difference in the water operations industry? Shine a spotlight on their achievements by submitting a nomination before Thursday, 23 July 2026.
TAS Operator of the Year Award – Nomination Form
TAS New Operator of the Year Award – Nomination Form
