May 15, 2026 - the revaire

The 2026 Australian Gala held on Friday, May 15, 2026 at The Revaire brought together our vibrant Aussie-Texan community for an unforgettable evening. The elegant atmosphere was perfect as guests connected over wine, cocktails and a remarkable dinner showcasing the best of both Australian and Texan flavors. 

It was also an incredible honor to receive a Proclamation of "Australian Gala Day" from the Mayor of Houston presented by Gigi Lee. 

DIAMOND PRESENTING UNDERWRITER

​A heartfelt thank you goes out to our generous underwriters, annual sponsors, dedicated committee members and special guests who made this showcase of Australian excellence possible.  

• Gala Committee: Amy Conacher, Christina Staib, Drew Dainer, Luciano Escobedo 
  ​and Melissa Langley
• Gala Emcee: Del Irani - Award-winning journalist and TV anchor
• Special Guests & Speakers: 
  • Gigi Lee - Chief of International Affairs, Office of the Mayor, City of Houston
  • Juliana Nam, Acting Deputy Head of Mission, Australian Embassy in Washington D.C. 
  • Drew Dainer - Acting Consul-General, Houston
  • Jess Pryles - Founder, Hardcore Carnivore)
  • Chef Jason Gould - Consulting Australian Chef

Photography by Rob Greer Photography. You may download images - right click on the thumbnail and select 'Save Image As'.