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The Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We also acknowledge and pay our respect to the Kaurna people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the AWITC office stands, and on which the 19th AWITC will be held. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.

Registrations

AMOUNT
1,100.00
TOTAL

The registration fee includes conference attendance, catering and the WineTech After Hours event (Monday, 21 July 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm).

AMOUNT
1,375.00
TOTAL

The registration fee includes conference attendance, catering and the WineTech After Hours event (Monday, 21 July 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm).

AMOUNT
440.00
TOTAL

The registration fee includes conference attendance, catering and the WineTech After Hours event (Monday, 21 July 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm).

You will be required to upload a valid copy of your student ID.

AMOUNT
660.00
TOTAL

Outlook Registration includes conference attendance, catering and the Networking Function (Monday, 21 July 2025, 5:30 - 8pm) on the Monday only.

© 2025 AWITC Inc. | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy

The Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We also acknowledge and pay our respect to the Kaurna people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the AWITC office stands, and on which the 19th AWITC will be held. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.

Workshops

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Saturday, July 19, 2025 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, July 20, 2025 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Sunday, July 20, 2025 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, July 20, 2025 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 3:15 PM - 5:45 PM

Session Zero

Saturday, 19 July 2025 | All-day

Workshop #38: DIY Terroir - The Journey of the McLaren Vale Districts Group

Sensory/Consumer Bus Tour
Primary convenor: Wes Pearson, Australian Wine Research Institute
Secondary convenor: Jodie Armstrong, MVGWTA
Bus tour duration: Half-day

AMOUNT
270.00
TOTAL

Session One

Sunday, 20 July 2025 | Starting at 8:30am

Workshop #01: Practical Approach to Farm sustainability, Organics, and Productivity, Quality

Viticulture Seminar
Primary convenor: David Lowe, Tinja Pastoral
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #02: Protecting Australia's Vineyards: Cutting-Edge Biosecurity, Pest & Disease Management Strategies

Viticulture Interactive Session
Primary convenor: Robyn Dixon, Wine Australia
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #03: Demonstrating the influence of clonal selection on Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard performance and wine attributes

Viticulture Tasting
Primary convenor: Richard Fennessy, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #04: Autonomous vineyard tractors and robots

Viticulture Seminar
Primary convenor: Simon Nordestgaard, Australian Wine Research Institute
Secondary convenor: Andy Clarke, Wine Australia
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #05: Insights and Innovations for No and Low Alcohol Wine Production

Winemaking Tasting
Primary convenor: Wes Pearson, Australia Wine Research Institute
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #06: Flint, oak, and a little bit of smoke

Winemaking Tasting
Primary convenor: Allie Kulcsar, Australia Wine Research Institute
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #07: Practical tools for grape growers and winemakers to monitor and manage smoke exposure from fire events

Winemaking Tasting
Primary convenor: Sharon Harvey, Wine Australia
Secondary convenor: Ian Porter, LaTrobe University
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #08: Engineer your way to more efficiencies & better wine: Practical & attainable automation for small to medium sized businesses

Engineering/Packaging Seminar
Primary convenor: Adam Keath, Wine Network Consulting
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #09: Where is WET going?

Business/Marketing Seminar
Primary convenor: Kate Hardy, Proof Legal
Secondary convenor: Matthew Brittingham, Tributum Law
Duration: 90 minutes

AMOUNT
160.00
TOTAL

Workshop #10: From Brand to Business: A Comprehensive Workshop for Wine Industry Success

Business/Marketing Interactive Session
Co-convenors: Peter McAtamney, Wine Business Solutions & Rowena Curlewis, Denomination
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Session Two

Sunday, 20 July 2025 | Starting at 12:30pm

Workshop #11: A Novel Approach to Traditional Varieties - the disease resistant future

Viticulture Tasting
Primary convenor: Liz Riley, Vitibit Pty Ltd
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #12: Grapevine Scale Biology and Monitoring in Australian Vineyards

Viticulture Seminar
Primary convenor: Robyn Dixon, Wine Australia
Secondary convenor: Paul Cooper, Australian National University
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #13: OneBasinCRC - Opportunities for the Wine Industry

Viticulture Seminar
Primary convenor: Paul Petrie, South Australian Research and Development Institute
Secondary convenor: Leigh Schmidtke, Charles Sturt University
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #14: EcoVineyards are growing in harmony with nature

Viticulture Interactive Session
Primary convenor: Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #15: Process improvement via a filtration deep-dive: maximising wine quality, process $/L and sustainability

Engineering/Packaging Tasting
Primary convenor: Paul Bowyer, BHF Technologies
Secondary convenor: Greg Edwards, Vinpac International
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #16: Smoke Taint: Better business decisions based on the latest research

Winemaking Tasting
Primary convenor: Mango Parker, Australian Wine Research Institute
Secondary convenor: Kerry Wilkinson, University of Adelaide
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #17: Investigating the organoleptic effects of enzymes in winemaking

Winemaking Tasting
Primary convenor: Remi Schneider, Oenobrands
Secondary convenor: Eveline Bartowsky, Lellemand Oenology
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #18: Transforming Wine Tourism: How to Create Innovative Guest Experiences Through Hospitality

Business/Marketing Seminar
Convenor: Robin Shaw, Wine Tourism Australia
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #19: Embracing Change: Strategies for an environmentally sustainable industry

Business/Marketing Interactive Session
Primary convenor: Valeria Bellan, Australian Wine Research Institute
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #20: The Talent Crunch: Strategic Workforce Planning

Business/Marketing Seminar
Primary convenor: Stephanie Wood, Wine Network Consulting
Duration: 90 minutes

AMOUNT
160.00
TOTAL

Session Three

Sunday, 20 July 2025 | Starting at 4:30pm

Workshop #21: Novel germplasm solutions to ensure a robust Australian wine sector: From conventional breeding through to gene editing technology and beyond

Viticulture Tasting
Primary convenor: Susan Bastian
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #22: Vitivoltaics in the wine industry: Merging sustainability with innovation

Viticulture Seminar
Primary convenors: Richard Muhlack & David Jeffery, University of Adelaide
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #23: How to run simple and informative in-vineyard trials

Viticulture Interactive Session
Primary convenor: Katherine (Kathy) Evans
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #24: Integration of carbon emissions management and vineyard and winery insetting and storage

Viticulture Interactive Session
Primary convenor: Julian Merchant, Wine Australia
Secondary convenor: Charlotte Hey, International Wineries for Climate Action
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #25: Sculpting Wine Aromas: The Power of Yeast in Wine Flavor Development

Sensory/Consumer Tasting
Co-convenor: Coline Leriche & Amanda Durand, Fermentis
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #26: Winery Automation for Winemakers

Winemaking Seminar + Bus Tour
Primary convenor: Vanessa Stockdale, ASVO
Secondary convenor: Simon Nordestgaard Australian Wine Research Institute
Duration: 150 minutes

Bus tour held on Thursday, 24 July 2025. Please ensure you opt in below if you wish to attend. 

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
50.00
TOTAL

Workshop #27: Bubbles & Climate

Winemaking Tasting
Primary convenor: Robin Querre
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #28: International Trade & Market Access, jumping through the regulatory hoops

Health/Regulatory Seminar
Co-convenor: Eric Wilkes, Affinity Labs
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #29: Navigating the diversity and inclusion landscape with leadership capability

Business/Marketing Interactive Session
Co-convenor: Jo Hargreaves & Shirley Fraser, Wine Australia
Duration: 90 minutes

AMOUNT
160.00
TOTAL

Workshop #30: M&A: Being proactive as the wine world changes

Business/Marketing Seminar
Primary convenor: Mark O'Callghan, Wine Network Consulting
Duration: 90 minutes

AMOUNT
160.00
TOTAL

Session Four

Tuesday, 22 July 2025 | Starting at 10:00am

Workshop #31: Basic wine analysis techniques, getting it right.

Winemaking Seminar
Primary convenor: Eric Wilkes, Affinity Labs
Seminar duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #32: Impact of cork stoppers on the quality and evolution of sparkling wines

Winemaking Tasting
Primary convenor: Francisco Campos, Amorim Cork
Secondary convenor: Paul Gerber, Colmant Cap Classique
Seminar duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
220.00
TOTAL

Workshop #33: Regeneration: Key Considerations Moving Forward in the Local Wine Industry

Business/Marketing Seminar
Primary convenor: Amy Bishop & Daniel Idema, DW Fox Tucker Lawyers
Duration: 90 minutes

AMOUNT
160.00
TOTAL

Workshop #34: A rose by any other name? Latest trends and insights for No-, Low- and Mid- (NLM) Alcohol wines

Business/Marketing Seninar
Primary convenor: Armando Maria Corsi, University of Adelaide
Duration: 90 minutes

AMOUNT
160.00
TOTAL

Session Five

Tuesday, 22 July 2025 | Starting at 3:15pm

Workshop #35: Vines and Vineyards Design in Response to Climate Change

Viticulture Seminar
Primary convenor: Andrea Bonfatti, Simonit&Sirch
Duration: 150 minutes

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL

Workshop #36: Developing a happy, diverse, inclusive, flexible, high-performance workplace and complying with the law in the process

Business/Marketing Seminar
Primary convenor: Will Taylor, Finlaysons
Duration: 90 minutes

AMOUNT
160.00
TOTAL

Workshop #37: Sustainability: who’s asking for what, how are we answering, and who’s helping us along the way

Business/Marketing Seminar + Bus Tour
Primary convenor: Suzanne McLoughlin, Australian Wine Research Institute
Seminar duration: 150 minutes

Bus tour held on Thursday, 24 July 2025. Please ensure you opt in below if you wish to attend. 

AMOUNT
190.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
100.00
TOTAL

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The Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We also acknowledge and pay our respect to the Kaurna people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the AWITC office stands, and on which the 19th AWITC will be held. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.

Social Functions

Networking Function

As part of your delegate registration, you receive a ticket to WineTech After Hours. Below, you can purchase additional guest tickets.

Monday, 21 July 2025 | 5:30PM | WineTech Trade Exhibition Hall
AMOUNT
50.00
TOTAL

Student Forum: In The Wine Light

Tuesday, 22 July 2025 | 5:30PM | Panorama Ballroom

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The Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We also acknowledge and pay our respect to the Kaurna people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the AWITC office stands, and on which the 19th AWITC will be held. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.

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The Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We also acknowledge and pay our respect to the Kaurna people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the AWITC office stands, and on which the 19th AWITC will be held. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.

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The Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We also acknowledge and pay our respect to the Kaurna people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the AWITC office stands, and on which the 19th AWITC will be held. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.

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