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Conferences, meetings and seminars play a vital role in advancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Australian Public Service. The guide below contains information about some of the more useful gatherings being planned for the coming months.
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Archives, Records & Libraries (3)new12 – 14 May
Sydney
Digital Preservation
Explores topics including mitigating preservation risks; developing organisational strategies, policies and procedures; retrieving records; and assuring data protection and confidentiality.
Venue: TBA, Sydney NSW
Contact: Ark Group Australia on 1300 550 662 or aga@arkgroupasia.com

28 – 29 April
Melbourne
The National Records and Information Officers’ Forum 2010
Looks at embracing change to improve recordkeeping practices, organisational efficiency, the future of digital recordkeeping and establishing practical record management frameworks.
Venue: Rydges, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

30 – 31 March
Melbourne
Libraries 2.0
Explores some of the most popular and innovative tools and techniques associated with libraries, Web 2.0 and new ways of storing, accessing and repurposing information.
Venue: Mercure Hotel Melbourne, VIC
Contact: Ark Group on 1300 550 662

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Arts & Culture (2) 26 – 29 August
Launceston
Junction: Connecting the Future
The seventh biennial Regional Arts Australia national conference, presented in partnership with Tasmanian Regional Arts explores the arts in regional Australia.
Venue: TBA, Launceston TAS
Contact: Angela Driver on 0409 146 978

25 – 26 March
Sydney
Arts Activated Conference
Focuses on ways to address the barriers that prevent artists with disabilities from realising their ambitions and developing their careers.
Venue: Powerhouse Museum, Sydney NSW
Contact: Jane Pollard on (02) 9251 6499 or jpollard@aarts.net.au
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Compliance & Regulation (3)new22 – 23 March
Sydney
Gaming, Racing and Wagering Australia
Look at the impact of the Productivity Commission’s Report on Gambling for operators and providers, including minimisation measures, privatisation and the breaking up of monopolies.
Venue: Star City, Sydney NSW
Contact: Beacon Events on info@BeaconEvents.com

7 – 8 June
Sydney
Australia’s National Seamless Economy Conference
Analyses the fiscal outcomes of creating a more streamlined regulatory system among the States and Territories by considering the effects of regulation, Federalism and globalisation.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott, Circular Quay NSW
Contact: Informa Australia on (02) 9080 4307

2 – 7 May
Melbourne
Managing Regulation, Enforcement and Compliance
The course is designed for senior policymakers and enforcement officials who oversee, support, or run organisations that have a significant regulatory or enforcement component.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116

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Education & Childcare (9)new9 – 10 April
Melbourne
National Centre Against Bullying Conference 2010
Provides schools with evidence-based information and strategies about cyber safety, how to use the new technologies to enhance learning and ways to improve student wellbeing.
Venue: Hilton on the Park, Melbourne VIC
Contact: The Alannah and Madeline Foundation on (03) 9697 0666

24 – 25 February
Melbourne
TAFE Governance and Regulations Forum
Explores the implications of a national regulatory and accountability framework for TAFE, corporate governance models, governing boards and councils and student access to TAFE.
Venue: Hilton on the Park, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Informa Australia on (02) 9080 4307

28 – 30 April
Melbourne
The National University Administration Policy Development Intensive 2010
Explores ways to develop effective administrative policy, integrate university policies, improve policy management and coordination and implement ethical frameworks and strategies.
Venue: Novotel Melbourne on Collins, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

27 – 28 May
Melbourne
Leading and Managing in Education
The course is designed for senior policy makers and senior operational leaders in education systems.
Venue: TBC
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

24 – 25 February
Melbourne
TAFE Governance and Regulations Forum
Looks at ongoing issues in governance, regulation and accountability and the implications and long term viability of the changing education landscape.
Venue: Hilton on the Park, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Informa on (02) 9080 4307

22 – 23 February
Melbourne
Green Universities
Explores different strategies and initiatives being implemented by universities to reduce their carbon footprint and maximize sustainability.
Venue: Rendezvous Hotel, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Informa on (02) 9080 4307

21 May
Melbourne
Children, young people and privacy
Looks at privacy issues as they relate to children and youths through sessions and practical workshops in the research, education, youth work, technology, human rights and law fields.
Venue: Crown Promenade Hotel, Southbank Melbourne VIC
Contact: Happenings Australia on (03) 9329 6400

16 – 17 March
Sydney
Tertiary and Higher Education Conference
Addresses transformation in the education system, the recommendations made by the Bradley Review, Indian student relations, student recruitment and TAFE funding.
Venue: Dockside, Cockle Bay, Sydney NSW
Contact: Event Manager on (02) 8923 8003 or events@hallmarkevents.com.au

24 – 25 February
Melbourne
The National Community Education Programs Forum
Aims to show delegates effective tools and frameworks to better develop, support and sustain any community education program strategy.
Venue: Mantra on Little Bourke, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

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Energy, Mining & Agriculture (4) new17 February
Toowoomba
Women, Agriculture and Policy
Looks at how policy is developed and influenced and helps equip women to influence the future of the land and their communities.
Venue: Panorama Room, Picnic Point, Toowoomba QLD
Contact: Condamine Alliance on (07) 4620 0112 or email office@condaminealliance.com.au

23 – 25 March
Sydney
National Smart Grids Forum 2010
Looks at key challenges and solutions to transforming Australia’s Energy Grid into an Intelligent Network, including a suitable design, scope and definition of a national smart grid.
Venue: Hilton Sydney, Sydney NSW
Contact: Contact Chris Archer on (02) 9229 1045 or chris.archer@iqpc.com.au

2 – 3 March
Canberra
ABARE Outlook Conference
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics looks at issues facing Australia’s agriculture, fisheries, forestry and natural resource sectors.
Venue: National Convention Centre, Canberra ACT
Contact: Angela Ellerman on (02) 6272 2303

1 – 2 June
Brisbane
Coal Tech
Provides industry and Government with a guide to the latest project advances and research and development initiatives in coal technology in Australia and overseas.
Venue: Brisbane Marriott Hotel
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

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Engineering (1)10 – 12 March
Fremantle
Public Works Engineering Australia WA State Conference
Aims to build knowledge, networks and participation in the future development of public works engineering and will focus on how public works build better communities.
Venue: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle WA
Contact: Promaco Conventions on (08) 9332 2900 or promaco@promaco.com.au

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Environment & Climate Change (6)new29 April
Sydney
National E-Waste Briefing
Addresses strategies and solutions that could be integral to future e-waste management initiatives in Australia.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott, Circular Quay NSW
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

2 – 4 June
Melbourne
Sustainable Transport: Varied Contexts – Common Aims
Looks at raising the priority of environmental sustainability and social justice in urban transportation planning in the Asia-Indo-Pacific region.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: GAMUT at the University of Melbourne on (03) 8344 7475

23 – 24 February
Brisbane
Hospital Waste Management
Reduce the volume, cost and environmental impact of waste by benchmark your strategies against others and discovering the latest trends in effective waste management.
Venue: Hilton Hotel, Brisbane QLD
Contact: IQPC on (02) 9229 1000

July (date TBC)
Canberra
Climate Change
Aims to help State and Federal policy makers understand the broad impacts of climate change, climate change policies and their likely interaction with Government policy and planning.
Venue: TBA, Canberra ACT
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

22 – 23 February
Melbourne
Green Universities
Explores different strategies and initiatives being implemented by universities to reduce their carbon footprint and maximize sustainability.
Venue: Rendezvous Hotel, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Informa on (02) 9080 4307

23 – 26 February
Gosford
50th Floodplain Management Authorities (FMA) Conference
Looks at issues in floodplain management and is a forum for discussion of practical on-ground floodplain management, policies and programs.
Venue: TBA, Gosford NSW
Contact: International Conferences & Events (ICE) Australia on (02) 9368 1200

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Executive / Personal Assistant (2)17 – 18 March
Sydney
National EA & PA Convention
Featuring a speech by the EA to Treasury Secretary, Dr Ken Henry, this convention offers insights into emotional intelligence, career advancement, mentoring and leadership.
Venue: Sheraton on the Park, Sydney NSW
Contact: Criterion Conferences on (02) 9239 5700 or info@criterionconferences.com

16 – 17 March
Canberra
The National Public Sector Executive Assistant Summit 2010
Explores techniques to help EAs thrive in the changing Public Sector environment, career advancement skills and tips for personal management, development and improvement.
Venue: Rydges Lakeside Canberra, ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

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Finance, Procurement & Audit (4) 13 May
Melbourne
Financial Management (for Public Sector Professionals)
Looks at the expectations of fiscal management in public sector entities and helps participants understand financial statements, interpret financial information and identify relevant indicators.
Venue: Rydges, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IPAA VIC on (03) 9653 2000 or at events@vic.ipaa.org.au

1 March
Sydney
PPS Uncovered
Trains participants to improve their understanding of the new Personal Property Securities legislation, changes to contracts and business procedures and how to use the PPS register.
Venue: The Grace Hotel, Sydney NSW
Contact: Tonkin Corporation on (02) 9224 6000

16 – 17 February
Canberra
The National Public Sector Finance Officers’ Conference
Explores strategies to drive financial effectiveness, the role of the finance officer, the impact of new technologies and integrated finance, risk and governance models.
Venue: Rydges Lakeside, Canberra ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

29 – 30 April
Canberra
Economics for Public Sector Managers
Aims to help PS managers who require a better understanding of the economic basis for the Government sector and a framework for making decisions that are in the public interest.
Venue: TBA, Canberra ACT
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

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Government & Policy (11) new13 – 14 April
Canberra
Intergovernmental Relations 2010
Allows participants to gain insight into how the Federal and State Governments are collaborating to deliver reform and implement policy and looks at the role of COAG.
Venue: National Convention Centre, Canberra ACT
Contact: Criterion Conferences on (02) 9239 5700 or info@criterionconferences.com

new23 – 24 March
Newcastle
Linking Policy with Service Delivery in Rural and Regional Communities
Explores how to develop flexible and appropriate policy to implement service delivery and engage with local communities.
Venue: Crowne Plaza, Newcastle NSW
Contact: Criterion Conferences on (02) 9239 5700 or info@criterionconferences.com

new28 – 29 April
Sydney
Local Government Risk Management Summit
Discusses key risks facing Australia’s Councils and showcases case studies of leading Local Government risk management practices.
Venue: Novotel Brighton Beach, Sydney NSW
Contact: Hallmark Editions on (03) 8534 5000

18 – 19 March
Brisbane
Delivering Policy: Implementation is the Name of the Game
Establishes the how to implement policy effectively, promotes proactive action, clarifies desired policy outcomes and introduces ‘policy marketing’ to sell policies to stakeholders.
Venue: TBA
Contact: Criterion Conferences on (02) 9239 5700 or info@criterionconferences.com

17 – 20 May
Nigeria
2010 African Regional Conference: Good Governance, Accountability and Trust
Looks at building public confidence in the Government through accountability, integrity, values, ethics, improving service delivery and involving citizens in governance processes.
Venue: Abuja, Nigeria
Contact: Commonwealth Association for Public Administration and Management at capam@capam.org

28 – 30 April
Melbourne
The National University Administration Policy Development Intensive 2010
Explores ways to develop effective administrative policy, integrate university policies, improve policy management and coordination and implement ethical frameworks and strategies.
Venue: Novotel Melbourne on Collins, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

29 – 31 March
Canberra
2nd Annual Policy Development, Implementation and Evaluation
Designed to help participants develop and implement effective evidence-based policies, evaluate policy outcomes, assess policy success and understand the policy cycle.
Venue: Rydges Lakeside Canberra, ACT
Contact: Tonkin Corporation on (02) 9224 6000

3 - 4 & 17 - 18 June
Melbourne
Policy Skills Program
For experienced managers in the Victorian PS, this 4-day course aims to develop policy skills and knowledge such as how Government works, policy processes, analysis and decision making.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

10 – 11 March
Canberra
The National Policy Officers’ Forum
Addresses key themes to equip policy officers with the right tools and frameworks to help enhance the overall provision of policy development to their key stakeholder groups.
Venue: Rydges Lakeside, Canberra ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

23 – 24 February
Melbourne
Community Engagement in Policy Development
Aims to outline Government and community roles in policy development, tools for integrating feedback into the policy making process and planning and leadership.
Venue: Rydges Melbourne, VIC
Contact: Criterion Conferences on (02) 9239 5700 or info@criterionconferences.com

25 – 26 March
Sydney
Evidence for Policy and Decision Making
Aimed at PS staff who use, commission, or need to critically evaluate research evidence that informs policy and decision-making and highlights different decision-making frameworks.
Venue: TBA, Sydney NSW
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

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Health (9)18 – 19 February
Sydney
The Mental Health Services Conference: The Right to Care That Works
Looks at balancing human rights, mental health, social inclusion, coercive treatment and mental health and homelessness for people with a mental illness to ensure they receive care that works.
Venue: Crowne Plaza Hotel Sydney, NSW
Contact: The MHS on (02) 9810 8700

23 – 24 February
Brisbane
Hospital Waste Management
Reduce the volume, cost and environmental impact of waste by benchmark your strategies against others and discovering the latest trends in effective waste management.
Venue: Hilton Hotel, Brisbane QLD
Contact: IQPC on (02) 9229 1000

27 – 30 October
Adelaide
Evidence Based Healthcare Conference
UniSA and the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak are hosting a discussion on the latest developments in evidence based healthcare, to provide the best outcomes of patient care and medical treatment.
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide SA
Contact: All Occasions Group on (08) 8125 2200.

18 – 19 March
Melbourne
Clinical Documentation, Coding and Analysis Conference
Looks at ensuring the quality and quantity of clinical documentation, coding and analysis in light of a national e-health system.
Venue: Hilton on the Park, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

3 – 5 March
Sydney
12th Annual Health Congress
Assesses the Government’s health policy reform agenda and issues surrounding health budgets, expenditure, hospital funding, the Medicare scheme and access to dental health care.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott, NSW
Contact: Informa on (02) 9080 4307

23 March
Brisbane
Introduction to Governance and Change Management in Healthcare
Aims to provide participants with knowledge on improving governance and change management within their workplace and includes advice on department discipline and management strategies.
Venue: Brisbane Marriott, QLD
Contact: Tonkin Corporation on (02) 9224 6000

17 – 19 August
Adelaide
12th National Immunisation Conference
Explores immunisation in Australia, the development of a new national immunisation strategy and arrangements between the Commonwealth and other jurisdictions.
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre, SA
Contact: Janine Turnbull on (02) 6285 2373

17 – 18 February
Sydney
Measuring Patient Outcomes
Aims to demonstrate how measuring performance can drive reform, use data to redesign service delivery and set benchmarks to improve access, equality, safety and quality.
Venue: Rydges World Square Hotel, Sydney NSW
Contact: Criterion Conferences on (02) 9239 5700 or info@criterionconferences.com

23 – 24 February
Melbourne
National Dementia Congress
Plans to discuss policy and funding decisions made regarding the Dementia Initiative – Making Dementia a National Health Priority in the May Budget.
Venue: Hilton on the Park, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IRR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

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Housing & Town Planning (1)28 – 30 April
Adelaide
National Congress of the Australian Council for New Urbanism
Aims to connect urban environment planners with people who construct and live in new urbanism to result in more liveable places and integrated social needs.
Venue: TBA, Adelaide SA
Contact: All Occasions Group on (08) 8125 2200.

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HR, Training & Employment (2) new11 March
Sydney
Contact Officer Training Program
Looks at legislation regarding unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment and bullying for Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti-bullying Contact Officers.
Venue: TBA, Sydney NSW
Contact: iHR Australia on 1300 884 687

25 – 26 February
Sydney
Talent Management in the Public Sector:
Identifying and Developing Future Leaders

Hear how effective recruitment and selection processes can increase productivity and retention, how to broaden your talent pool and discover some best-practice tools for talent management.
Venue: Rydges World Square Hotel, Sydney NSW
Contact: Criterion Conferences on (02) 9239 5700 or info@criterionconferences.com

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Indigenous Affairs (3)28 – 29 April Sydney
The National Indigenous Community Liaison Officers’ Forum 2010
Aims to address the skills required of an effective Indigenous Liaison Officer and gives participants the chance to network to reduce their isolation and increase their cultural awareness.
Venue: Rydges World Square Sydney, NSW
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

17 – 18 March
Brisbane
Improving Social Determinants of Indigenous Health:
Working beyond the Health Sector

Examines approaches to achieving Indigenous health equality, the social determinants of health, inter-Government cooperation, preventative healthcare and linking frameworks to benchmarks.
Venue: TBA, Brisbane QLD
Contact: Criterion Conferences on 1300 316 882 or info@criterionconferences.com

24 – 25 March
Darwin
Aligning Indigenous Land Management with Economic Development
Addresses how to maximise native title and land tenure, collaborate with Indigenous organisations and increase Indigenous employment and businesses development opportunities.
Venue: Holiday Inn, Darwin NT
Contact: Criterion Conferences on 1300 316 882 or info@criterionconferences.com

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Information & Knowledge Management (4) new12 – 14 May
Sydney
Digital Preservation
Explores topics including mitigating preservation risks; developing organisational strategies, policies and procedures; retrieving records; and assuring data protection and confidentiality.
Venue: TBA, Sydney NSW
Contact: Ark Group Australia on 1300 550 662 or aga@arkgroupasia.com

28 – 29 April Melbourne
The National Records and Information Officers’ Forum 2010
Looks at embracing change to improve recordkeeping practices, organisational efficiency, the future of digital recordkeeping and establishing practical record management frameworks.
Venue: Rydges, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

24 – 25 March Sydney
Information Architecture and Collaborative Design
Looks at effectively structuring, organising and labelling information on websites and intranets and includes what content should be included and how to factor in future growth.
Venue: Rydges World Square Sydney, NSW
Contact: Ark Group on 1300 550 662

16 – 17 March
Canberra
4th Annual Public Sector Information Management Strategy Conference
Looks at managing human factors in information management transformation, information sharing, sustaining a comprehensive IM strategy reform and prioritising IM into the future.
Venue: The Marque Hotel, Canberra ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

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Infrastructure (7)new29 April
Sydney
National E-Waste Briefing
Addresses strategies and solutions that could be integral to future e-waste management initiatives in Australia.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott, Circular Quay NSW
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

29 September – 1 October Canberra
ATRF 2010: 33rd Australasian Transport Research Forum
Allows transport researchers, policymakers, advisors and practitioners to come together to share and build upon the latest research and thinking in regards to transport.
Venue: National Convention Centre, Canberra ACT
Contact: Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics at ATRF2010@infrastructure.gov.au

20 – 21 May Adelaide
South Australia Transport Infrastructure Summit
Explores the latest developments in SA transport infrastructure policies, projects and planning issues.
Venue: Hotel Intercontinental, Adelaide SA
Contact: Informa Australia on (02) 9080 4307

2 – 4 June
Melbourne
Sustainable Transport: Varied Contexts – Common Aims
Looks at raising the priority of environmental sustainability and social justice in urban transportation planning in the Asia-Indo-Pacific region.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: GAMUT at the University of Melbourne on (03) 8344 7475

18 – 19 March
Brisbane
4th Annual Queensland Infrastructure Summit
Looks at the importance of accessing and securing infrastructure financing and provides information on how to take advantage of the infrastructure project opportunities that lie ahead.
Venue: Stamford Plaza, Brisbane QLD
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

10 – 12 March
Fremantle
Public Works Engineering Australia WA State Conference
Aims to build knowledge, networks and participation in the future development of public works engineering and will focus on how public works build better communities.
Venue: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle WA
Contact: Promaco Conventions on (08) 9332 2900 or promaco@promaco.com.au

23 – 24 February
Adelaide
2nd Annual South Australian Infrastructure Summit
Provides participants with updates on the State’s major projects, coverage of infrastructure and future developments, government contracting and road transport.
Venue: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide SA
Contact: Tonkin Corporation on (02) 9224 6000

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Investigation & Policing (2)8 – 11 March Melbourne
Fifth Australasian Drug Strategy Conference (ADSC)
Australia’s pre-eminent Law Enforcement drug strategy conference will look at the impacts alcohol and drug misuse have on the community.
Venue: Melbourne Convention Centre, VIC
Contact: Carillon Conference Management on (07) 3368 2644

3 – 5 November Manly NSW
8th National Investigations Symposium
Allows public officials who undertake fact-finding exercises to hear from leaders and practitioners in the fields of complaints handling and investigation.
Venue: Manly Pacific Hotel, Manly NSW
Contact: Cristiana on (02) 9228 5225 or cristiana@nsw.ipaa.org.au

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IT, ICT & Technology (3)9 – 10 March Sydney
eDiscovery
Aims to help organisations supply the Federal and NSW Supreme Courts with electronic documents and emails under the new eDiscovery system.
Venue: The Menzies, Sydney NSW
Contact: Ark Group on 1300 550 662

24 – 25 March Sydney
Information Architecture and Collaborative Design
Looks at effectively structuring, organising and labelling information on websites and intranets and includes what content should be included and how to factor in future growth.
Venue: Rydges World Square Sydney, NSW
Contact: Ark Group on 1300 550 662

June (date TBC)
Adelaide
Managing IT in the Public Sector
Focuses on the creation and maintenance of working relationships that support the effective use of information technology to achieve organisational goals.
Venue: TBA, Adelaide SA
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

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Leadership & Management (9)18 – 19 May Canberra
The National Public Sector Organisational Development Leaders Experience 2010
Aims to help OD practitioners become more effective as agents of change in their organisations by addressing leadership, engagement, cultural transformation and organisational growth.
Venue: Rydges Lakeside Canberra, ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

23 – 25 February Canberra
Public Sector Business Integrity & Governance Masterclass 2010
Looks at establishing effective governance processes, examines good governance and ethical competence in Government and how to develop integrity frameworks.
Venue: Rydges Lakeside Canberra, ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

27 – 28 May Melbourne
Leading and Managing in Education
The course is designed for senior policy makers and senior operational leaders in education systems.
Venue: TBC
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

12 – 14 March
Canberra
Filling the Gaps with Leadership
Looks at the challenges faced by leaders in private and public organisations, how to develop leadership and language skills and leadership in key areas such as science and technology.
Venue: Conference and meeting facilities of Unions ACT Canberra.
Contact: Stephen Kendal on (02) 6291 0764

23 – 24 February
Melbourne
Negotiation and Conflict Management
Learn strategies to influence, negotiate and resolve conflict to optimise organisational outcomes and governance performance.
Venue: Hilton on the Park, East Melbourne VIC
Contact: Heather White on (03) 9211 9255 or hwhite@companydirectors.com.au

June (date TBC)
Adelaide
Managing IT in the Public Sector
Focuses on the creation and maintenance of working relationships that support the effective use of information technology to achieve organisational goals.
Venue: TBA, Adelaide SA
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

24 – 25 February
Melbourne
TAFE Governance and Regulations Forum
Looks at ongoing issues in governance, regulation and accountability and the implications and long term viability of the changing education landscape.
Venue: Hilton on the Park, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Informa on (02) 9080 4307

23 March
Brisbane
Introduction to Governance and Change Management in Healthcare
Aims to provide participants with knowledge on improving governance and change management within their workplace and includes advice on department discipline and management strategies.
Venue: Brisbane Marriott, QLD
Contact: Tonkin Corporation on (02) 9224 6000

29 – 30 April
Canberra
Economics for Public Sector Managers
Aims to help PS managers who require a better understanding of the economic basis for the Government sector and a framework for making decisions that are in the public interest.
Venue: TBA, Canberra ACT
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

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Legal & Mediation (3) 22 – 23 March
Sydney
19th Annual Medico Legal Conference
Looks at the current issues and major changes that are impacting on public health today and includes topics such as national registration, mandatory reporting and scope of practice.
Venue: Crowne Plaza, Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

25 – 26 February
Melbourne
National Juvenile Justice Summit
Hear from State Government representatives and youth justice organisations speaking about the significant issues moving forward for juvenile justice in Australia.
Venue: Rendezvous Hotel, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

19 February
Sydney
2010 Constitutional Law Conference and Dinner
Focuses on developments in the High Court and other Australian Courts during 2009 and beyond. The dinner will be hosted by Attorney General, John Hatzistergos.
Venue: Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney NSW
Contact: Gilbert + Tobin Centre of Public Law on (02) 9385 2257

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Maritime (2) 22 – 23 March
Melbourne
Keep Alive, go Thrive: Maritime
Designed to provide the latest policies, guidelines, strategies, technologies and management techniques to help delegates gain insights into the future of safe marine operations.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Esther Wong on (03) 2723 6736 or email estherw@marcusevanskl.com

22 – 23 March
Sydney
The APAC Port Security Forum
Examines the impact of new technologies on port security, strategies for complying with changing regulations and proactive risk assessments to ensure total port security.
Venue: Bayview Boulevard, Sydney NSW
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

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OHS and Safety (2) 10 – 11 March Melbourne
Rail Safety 2010
Brings together regulators, investigators, rail operators, academics and risk and safety professionals to showcase the latest industry developments in rail safety.
Venue: Langham Hotel, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Informa Australia on (02) 9080 4307

15 – 16 April Melbourne
How to Design Effective Rosters and Manage Fatigue
Helps participants become accredited in fatigue management, design successful rosters, understand fatigue management legislation and use safety controls and fatigue proofing.
Venue: Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne, VIC
Contact: Tonkin Corporation on (02) 9224 6000

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Projects, Planning and Risk Management (5) new28 – 29 April
Sydney
Local Government Risk Management Summit
Discusses key risks facing Australia’s Councils and showcases case studies of leading Local Government risk management practices.
Venue: Novotel Brighton Beach, Sydney NSW
Contact: Hallmark Editions on (03) 8534 5000

29 June Melbourne
Strategic Thinking
Explores a framework for thinking strategically and teaches participants the requirements for strategic reasoning, including setting objectives, analysing data and identifying options.
Venue: Rydges, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IPAA VIC on (03) 9653 2000 or at events@vic.ipaa.org.au

August (date TBC)
Sydney
Crisis and Emergency Management
The course is aimed at SES and senior managers in the emergency services, police, security and defence to help them manage crises and emergencies as part of their responsibilities.
Venue: TBA, Sydney NSW
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

9 – 13 May
Sydney
Managing Risks to Integrity in the Public Sector
Aimed at SES and senior managers for whom managing risks to integrity is an important strategic issue, and is not intended solely for specialists in corruption control.
Venue: TBA, Sydney NSW
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

23 – 24 March
Canberra
Program Logic for Planning and Evaluation Seminar
Demonstrates the relationships between program inputs, outputs and outcomes and helps participants identify how policies contribute to intended and unintended outcomes.
Venue: TBA, Canberra ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

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Public Administration (1)29 June Melbourne
Strategic Thinking
Explores a framework for thinking strategically and teaches participants the requirements for strategic reasoning, including setting objectives, analysing data and identifying options.
Venue: Rydges, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IPAA VIC on (03) 9653 2000 or at events@vic.ipaa.org.au

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Public Affairs & Communication (7) new22 – 24 February
Melbourne
Internal Communication
Provides insights into how to measure the effectiveness of internal communication, develop an integrated approach to communication and how to use tools such as social media.
Venue: Rydges, Melbourne, VIC
Contact: Ark Group Australia on 1300 550 662 or aga@arkgroupasia.com

10 May Melbourne
Get to the Point: Writing for Impact in the Public Sector
Uses Barbara Minto's Pyramid Principle as a conceptual framework to enable Public Service employees to write clearly regardless of how complicated or technical the content is.
Venue: Stamford Plaza, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IPAA VIC on (03) 9653 2000 or at events@vic.ipaa.org.au

26 – 27 July
Melbourne
Managing Public Communication
Examines the culture and ethos of the public communication role and explores strategies for proactively managing communication in a Government context.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Lechée Donato on (03) 9285 9116 or l.donato@anzsog.edu.au

23 – 24 February
Canberra
Australian Defence Magazine Congress
Aims to provide a valuable channel for communication between people shaping the future of Australia's Defence and Industry and to develop effective collaboration strategies.
Venue: Hyatt Hotel, Canberra ACT
Contact: Informa on (02) 9080 4307

3 – 5 March
Melbourne
Pursuing Innovative Community Engagement for the Public Sector
Highlights new opportunities and challenges facing those looking at community engagement, public participation and social inclusion within all three tiers of Government.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Ark Group on 1300 550 662

15 – 16 April
Melbourne
Communication Revolution!
Focuses on the challenges faced by communications professionals in responding to changes in the global market, the evolution of the PR role, crisis mitigation and reputation management.
Venue: Rendezvous Hotel, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Esther Wong on (03) 2723 6736

23 – 24 February
Canberra
The National Public Sector Communication Officers’ Forum
Explores practical tools for communicating in a changing environment, leveraging stakeholder and community engagement and the evolution of PS communication strategies.
Venue: Rydges Lakeside, Canberra ACT
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

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Security (2) 22 – 23 March
Sydney
The APAC Port Security Forum
Examines the impact of new technologies on port security, strategies for complying with changing regulations and proactive risk assessments to ensure total port security.
Venue: Bayview Boulevard, Sydney NSW
Contact: Liquid Learning on (02) 9437 1311

25 – 26 February
Sydney
National Security Australia
Brings together Federal and State Police and other Government Agencies to review and discuss the issues surrounding Australia's national security.
Venue: Amora Hotel Jamison, Sydney NSW
Contact: IRR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

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Society & Human Rights (7)8 – 11 March Melbourne
Fifth Australasian Drug Strategy Conference (ADSC)
Australia’s pre-eminent Law Enforcement drug strategy conference will look at the impacts alcohol and drug misuse have on the community.
Venue: Melbourne Convention Centre, VIC
Contact: Carillon Conference Management on (07) 3368 2644

21 May Melbourne
Watch this Space: Children, young people and privacy
Privacy Victoria aims to explore what privacy means to children and youths, privacy legislation, potential risks to the privacy of children and the role of adults in educating kids on privacy.
Venue: Crown Promenade Hotel, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Happenings Australia on (03) 9329 6400 or event@happenings.com.au

2 – 4 June
Melbourne
Sustainable Transport: Varied Contexts – Common Aims
Looks at raising the priority of environmental sustainability and social justice in urban transportation planning in the Asia-Indo-Pacific region.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: GAMUT at the University of Melbourne on (03) 8344 7475

3 – 5 March
Melbourne
Pursuing Innovative Community Engagement for the Public Sector
Highlights new opportunities and challenges facing those looking at community engagement, public participation and social inclusion within all three tiers of Government.
Venue: TBA, Melbourne VIC
Contact: Ark Group on 1300 550 662

21 May
Melbourne
Children, young people and privacy
Looks at privacy issues as they relate to children and youths through sessions and practical workshops in the research, education, youth work, technology, human rights and law fields.
Venue: Crown Promenade Hotel, Southbank Melbourne VIC
Contact: Happenings Australia on (03) 9329 6400

25 – 26 February
Melbourne
National Juvenile Justice Summit
Hear from State Government representatives and youth justice organisations speaking about the significant issues moving forward for juvenile justice in Australia.
Venue: Rendezvous Hotel, Melbourne VIC
Contact: IIR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

March,
Brisbane
Sharing Practice Stories 2009:
The Strengths Approach in Everyday Human Service Work

Aims to encourage social inclusion, facilitate discussion of the strengths approach and support the development of strengths based human services practices.
Venue: TBA, Brisbane QLD
Contact: Lighthouse Resources on (07) 3373 9407

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Women's Affairs (1)new17 February
Toowoomba
Women, Agriculture and Policy
Looks at how policy is developed and influenced and helps equip women to influence the future of the land and their communities.
Venue: Panorama Room, Picnic Point, Toowoomba QLD
Contact: Condamine Alliance on (07) 4620 0112 or email office@condaminealliance.com.au

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Workplace Relations (2)27 – 29 April Sydney
Australasian Organising Conference 2010
Provides a forum for union organisers, campaigners, educators and leaders to share ideas and learn from each other and will focus on growing and building union power in workplaces.
Venue: Sydney Convention Centre, NSW
Contact: Debbie Gower at dgower@actu.asn.au

17 – 18 February
Sydney
National Workers’ Compensation Summit
Covers a range of topics including: State and Federal schemes, claims management, legal obligations, psychological injury, self insurance, the role of technology and injury management.
Venue: Australian Technology Park, Sydney NSW
Contact: IRR on (02) 9080 4090 or info@iir.com.au

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