Events
Celebrate, connect, and unwind at events designed for easy conversation and a proper reset, including the 2026 CBN SHINE Gala Dinner. The perfect mix of atmosphere and opportunity, where great conversations flow, new connections spark, and lasting partnerships take shape.
Sunday 23 August
CBN Shine 'Regi-ception'
Cairns Convention Centre
Make the 2026 CBN SHINE 'Regi-ception' your first stop when you arrive in Cairns. Our team will be on hand to help you register and to welcome you with a drink.
Start Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Cairns Convention Centre - Foyer
Dress Code: Casual
Welcome Function
SALT House
Join us on the incredible Cairns waterfront as we kick off Shine 2026 with a night full of connection, conversation, and laughs.
Start Time: 6.30pm
Location: SALT House - Marina Point
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Monday 24 August
Network & Industry Night
Mexicairns
We are excited to host our Network Member and Industry Partners at Mexicairns! Join us for a relaxed, fun evening enjoying the diverse spaces of this renown venue.
Start Time: 6:30pm
Location: Mexicairns
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Tuesday 25 August
CBN Gala Dinner
Cairns Convention Centre
We’re closing out SHINE 2026 in style with the CBN Gala Dinner! Join us for an evening of tropical elegance, connection, and celebration, complete with great food and dancing! A night not to be missed!
Start Time: Pre-dinner drinks & canapes from 6:00pm
Location: Cairns Convention Centre - Arena
Dress Code: Tropically Formal
No ripped denim, thongs or singlets.
New Horizons
You don’t need to have it all figured out, just the next step toward your new horizon.
Find yours at SHINE 2026.