FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Registration

Do I need to be registered to attend?

Yes, all attendees must be registered. You will not be allowed entry to the event unless you have a confirmed registration.

I am unable to create an account on the registration page.

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I am unable to reset my password.

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Day One - Monday 17 August - Hotel Realm

Is there a dress code?

Civilians: Business Attire 

Military: 2E

How do I obtain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance?

To obtain an NV1 clearance, you will need a sponsor. If you are already a supplier, you may be able to seek sponsorship through the Prime you supply to and/or your contract manager if you are a direct supplier. The process to obtain an NV1 clearance may take up to 12 months.


Alternatively, your company should investigate the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP). The Program supports Australian entities to understand and meet their security obligations when engaging in Defence tenders, contracts and projects. Additionally the Office of Defence Industry Support (ODIS) provides a seamless experience for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage with Defence.

When can I collect my LEWG 2026 event pass?

The event registration desk at Hotel Realm will be open from 0745 on Monday 17 August. There is no pre-event pass collection available. A reminder, you must show photo ID when collecting your event pass.

Are meals provided?

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided on Monday 17 August.

Will dietary requirements be catered for?

We will do our best to accommodate dietary requirements. Please identify your requirements when registering.

Can I record to take photos or record presentations?

Recording and photography during the event is not permitted. Due to the content being discussed we encourage you to take notes and engage with teams during sessions. A copy of the unclassified slides presented on Monday 17 August will be distributed via email following the event.


Event photographers may take photos of general networking. If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform a member at the registration desk upon arrival to the event.

I have accessibility requirements, will they be catered for?

The National Ballroom is fully accessible with 4 lifts which guests can utilise. The High Courtyards and Boardrooms can only be accessed via the underground car park, Servcorp lift, if wheelchair access is required. 

Guests can email events@domahotels.com.au for further information.

Is parking available at the venue?

Car parking is available within the Realm Precinct - Hotel Realm Precinct Parking Map.

A full day charge is $20 per car per day, capped after 5 hours. Realm Precinct has over 800 car spaces located across Hotel Realm, Burbury Close, 9 and 3 Sydney Avenue and Little National Hotel.

Please note, these are public car parks and space cannot be guaranteed. Rates vary across car parks - to check rates visit Wilson Parking Australia.

Is there a cloak room available?

A cloak room will be available for attendees to store items throughout the event. Attendees must drop their items off at the cloak room before making their way upstairs to the registration desk. Staff will assist with tagging and storing any bags or belongings appropriately.

Day Two - Tuesday 18 August - HMAS Harman

What are the eligibility requirements to attend a classified briefing?

You must:

  • indicate interest in attending and received an acceptance email from the planning team
  • hold a current NV1 security clearance or higher
  • attended day one of the LEWG 
  • Must arrive by Army coordinated transport departing from Russell Offices (more details to be provided shortly).
If I am unable to attend can I send a colleague in my place?

Due to strict security protocols for accessing base and the session facilities, we are unable to swap out attendees as they will not have been vetted by the security team.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Civilians: Business Attire 

Military: 2E

Do I need to bring my LEWG 2026 event pass?

Yes, you must bring your LEWG 2026 event access pass to attend as well as photo ID.


Do I need to bring my DCAC?

If you have provided your DCAC details during the registration process you must bring your DCAC with you. 

DCAC holders have been vetted differently to those without. If you do not bring your DCAC with you, it will slow down the base access process.

Is parking available on base?

No, there are no parking facilities. Coaches will be organised to transport all attendees to HMAS Harman. Attendees will be picked up and dropped off to Sir Thomas Blamey Square, Russell ACT.

To attend a classified briefing session, you must be on this bus. This is due to the strict security guidelines we must adhere to.

Are meals provided?

A working lunch will be provided to attendees that are staying at HMAS Harman from session 3 to session 4.