Abstract submissions are now open

his two-day program brings together asset owners, practitioners, researchers, industry leaders and policy influencers to explore how what happens beneath the surface shapes the long-term performance and resilience of infrastructure assets.

While road pavements remain central to AustStab’s mission, contributions are welcomed from across rail, ports, airports, mining, renewable energy, freight, major earthworks and other ground-dependent infrastructure, where stabilisation, recycling and material optimisation play a critical role.

Abstracts may also draw on international experience, global best practice and emerging innovations, particularly where lessons can be considered across industries and jurisdictions.

Conference Structure

The 2026 program comprises two complementary components:

• Day 1: Technical Stream (Half Day) – Applied Practice & Performance Forum
• Day 2: Main Conference (Full Day) – Rebuilding Australia From Beneath the Surface

This structure enables applied technical depth while preserving the main conference for strategic, cross-sector and international discussion.

Submission Guidelines

• Abstract Length: 300-500 words
• Format: Abstracts must clearly outline the objectives, methodology, key findings and relevance to the conference theme.
• Abstract Submissions: Now open
• Submission Deadline: 01 May 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: 01 June 2026
• Final Presentation or Paper Deadline: 14 August 2026

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