STRA Summit 2026 hosted by the STAAA
The STRA Summit 2026 is hosted by the Short Term Accommodation Association Australia (STAAA), the peak industry body association for short-term rental accommodation (STRA) owners, operators and property managers across Australia.
With a comprehensive understanding of STRA regulations and strong, on the ground representation across every Australian state, the Short Term Accommodation Association Australia (STAAA) continues to lead meaningful advocacy and reform for our growing industry, not only across Australia but globally.
After three years of dedicated work in shaping and supporting the STRA landscape, we are proud to announce our inaugural national conference , the STRA Summit 2026, taking place in Adelaide, South Australia on the 4–6 March 2026.
The Summit will open with a pre-conference wine tasting and networking evening on Wednesday 4 March, followed by two full days of knowledge sharing, collaboration and connection among Australia’s leading short-term rental accommodation (STRA) owners, operators, suppliers and Airbnb hosts and a dinner on Thursday 5 March after Day 1 of the main conference has concluded.
What to Expect:
- Expert Keynotes & Panels – Hear from industry leaders, government representatives and industry key stakeholders
- Networking Opportunities – Connect with peers, suppliers, short-term rental accommodation (STRA) owners, operators, leaders and Airbnb hosts from across the Australian STRA industry
Whether you manage one property or a portfolio of dozens, hundreds or thousands, the STRA Summit 2026 is your opportunity to stay ahead of regulatory changes, maximise bookings and connect with the people shaping Australia’s short-term rental accommodation (STRA) industry.
STRA Summit 2026 Conference Theme!!!
The conference theme for our STRA Summit 2026 is: Navigating Change: The Future of STRA in Australia.
The STRA industry is evolving. Are you ready to navigate the change?
Why Attend STRA Summit 2026?
- Stay Ahead of Regulations: Get the latest updates on STRA regulations and compliance requirements straight from the experts
- Hear from Policymakers: Gain exclusive access to government representatives and industry decision makers shaping the future of STRA across Australia
- Gain Industry Insights: Learn from top industry speakers about market trends, investment opportunities and what’s ahead for short-term rental accommodation (STRA) in Australia
- Boost Your Bookings and Revenue: Discover practical strategies to grow your business through smarter marketing, pricing and guest experience optimisation
- Network with Industry Leaders: Connect with fellow STRA owners, operators, suppliers and policymakers to build valuable relationships and collaborations.
Become a STAAA member before purchasing your tickets, to enjoy exclusive member pricing and 12 months at STAAA membership benefits including our members only monthly interactive Zoom meetings and regular industry updates on our members only private forum: https://staaa.org.au/sign-up
Both your conference ticket and STAAA membership are tax deductible.
Join us in Adelaide for what promises to be an inspiring, insightful and transformative event, a celebration of the people, ideas and innovation shaping the future of Australia’s short-term rental accommodation (STRA) industry.
STRA Summit 2026 Speakers



You can see all of our confirmed speakers, to date here: https://strasummit.org.au/speakers
If you are wanting to find out more information about our speakers, please check out our dedicated social media pages:
Instagram: @STRASummit
Facebook: STRA Summit 2026
LinkedIn: STRA Summit 2026
More speakers still being announced.....
Event Overview: STRA Summit 2026, Adelaide, South Australia
Wednesday 4 March 2026 – Aurora Skydeck
3.30-4.00pm | Registeration
4:00–5:00pm | Pre-Conference Wine Tasting
5:00–7:00pm | Pre-Conference Networking Event
Thursday 5 March 2026 – Observatory 23
8:00am–4:30pm | Conference Day One
Thursday 5 March 2026 - Aurora Skydeck
6:30–10.30pm | Conference Dinner
Friday 6 March 2026 – Observatory 23
9:00am–4:30pm | Conference Day Two

We strongly recommend that you book your accommodation as early as possible.
The week of the STRA Summit 2026 coincides with major events in Adelaide, including the Adelaide Fringe, Adelaide Festival, Ed Sheeran concert and WOMADelaide, making it one of Adelaide’s busiest times of the year.
Book short-term rental accommodation (STRA) direct via South Australia Tourism Commissions website.
You can find out additional information and book here: https://strasummit.org.au/conference-accommodation
Date
4 March 2026 4PM - 6 March 2026 5PMLocation
Observatory 23
23 Hackney Road, Hackney South Australia 5069
