The 2026 LINA Summit promises to be an enriching multi-day event bringing publishers and stakeholders together in Murray Bridge, South Australia.
Offering a blend of professional development and networking, this gathering is designed to foster connections among LINA members, allowing for the exchange of stories and strategies in a collaborative atmosphere. LINA is excited to make the most of this time to equip members with innovative skills and actionable insights that you can apply within your newsrooms. Engage in hands-on workshops and join the dialogue on policy evolution in the realm of public interest journalism—your perspectives are, as always, invaluable.
The event format is:
Wednesday 25th March (daytime) - Come early for optional deep-dive workshops (3 options)
Wednesday 25th March (evening) - Social welcome dinner
Thursday 26th March - Full day conference program
Friday 27th March - Full day conference program
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Presented by the Local & Independent News Association, with our local partner Murray Bridge News
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Airport Collection Instructions
From the Terminal doors, please walk across the Plaza to the roadway running underneath the multi‐storey car park. When you reach the roadway, do not cross but turn left and walk alongside the roadway and further past the pedestrian crossing and the Long Term Car Park Shuttle Bus Stop. The Bus Car Park is right behind the Long Term Car Park Shuttle Bus Stop.
Explore a range of activities from businesses offering deals to LINA delegates while you're in town....
Dark Sky Gold Stars Sunset Dinner
Journey to one of the earth's darkest places. A stargazer’s delight amongst the tallest Murray River clifftops.
Meet stars in the Murray Bridge backyard – guides of the heritage night sky, native wildlife and very interesting locals!
Get a 15% discount from the $299 price using the code: LINA26
Valid for dates 23-29 March
https://www.rivermurraydarkskytours.com.au/
Astronomy Session River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve
Visit Australia’s very first International Dark Sky Reserve with an incredibly special 1.5 hour astronomy only session – a self-drive shortened version of our Dark Sky Gold Stars Sunset Dinner.
Get a 15% discount from the $130 price using the code: LINA26
Valid for dates 23-29 March
https://www.rivermurraydarkskytours.com.au/
Captain Proud Paddle Steamer
Enjoy a 3 hour cruise of the Murray River and a 2 course lunch on Saturday 28th or Sunday 29th March.
Quote 'murraybridgenews' for tickets discounted from $89.90 to $61.10 for LINA Summit delegates.
Scroll down for the booking button here: https://www.captainproud.com.au/