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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new20 June
Canberra, ACT
Motivating and engaging your staff: the next HRM challenge

With the war for talent returning to pre GFC levels, employee engagement is back at the top of the priority list for high performing organisations.
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Agriculture, Livestock & Forestry (1)new13 June
Alice Springs Regional Outlook Conference 2012
Alice Springs, NT
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) will host a number of Regional Outlook Conferences this year, one in every state and the Northern Territory.
Venue: Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge
Contact: 02 6272 2000

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Business & Contracting (3) 24–25 May
Sydney, NSW
Workplace Diversity in Australia: Where the bloody hell are we?
At this forum delegates will hear case studies from experienced professionals about their efforts to promote workplace diversity and have the opportunity to participate in two workshops.
Venue: The Sebel Surrey Hills
Contact: 1300 550 662

28–29 May
Sydney, NSW
5th Annual Fair Work Summit 2012
Aims to look at the evolving industrial relations legislation in order to help businesses with the impact of new changes and amendments that will occur in their enterprise.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay
Contact:  02 9080 4300

4–9 June
Hobart, TAS
ICOMS Asset Management Conference 2012
Aims to provide a central meeting place for Australian and international industry representatives to network and learn more on the latest advancements in asset management. 
Venue: Wrest Point Hotel, Hobart
Contact:  03 9819 2515

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Education & Childcare (1)24–25 May | 7–8 June | 14–15 June
Perth, WA | Brisbane, QLD | Melbourne, VIC
Positive Schools 2012: Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference
For all teachers Australia-wide, this conference offers inspirational, sustainable and practical solutions to well-being within schools and colleges. Effective education requires a firm foundation of ongoing wellbeing and positive mental health.
Venue: Hotel Fremantle, WA | Brisbane Convention Centre | Melbourne Convention Centre
Contact:  08 9388 8843

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Environment & Sustainability (3)new13 June
Alice Springs Regional Outlook Conference 2012
Alice Springs, NT
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) will host a number of Regional Outlook Conferences this year, one in every state and the Northern Territory.
Venue: Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge
Contact: 02 6272 2000

24–26th July
Adelaide, SA
ENVIRO 2012
This is Australia’s largest meeting of business and the environment that sees industry, government and the environmental service sectors gather every two years to shape policy and progress on sustainable enterprise. 
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre
Contact: 1300 651 026

28–29 August
Brisbane, QLD
The 4th Annual CSG Associated Water Conference 2012
This is an expert led event which will examine the latest technological advances/options for CSG water management.
Venue: Stamford Plaza
Contact: 02 9080 4300

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Health (7) 24–25 May | 7–8 June | 14–15 June
Perth, WA | Brisbane, QLD | Melbourne, VIC
Positive Schools 2012: Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference
For all teachers Australia-wide, this conference offers inspirational, sustainable and practical solutions to well-being within schools and colleges. Effective education requires a firm foundation of ongoing wellbeing and positive mental health.
Venue: Hotel Fremantle, WA | Brisbane Convention Centre | Melbourne Convention Centre
Contact:  08 9388 8843

28–31 May
Sydney, NSW
Hospital Performance 2012 
Centred on ‘balancing effective patient care with efficient monitoring and reporting’, this conference will examine the challenges hospitals face and present options to advance under COAG’s Healthcare Reform.
Venue: The Sebel, Surrey Hills
Contact: 02 9229 1000

29 May | 30 May | 1 June
Sydney, NSW | Brisbane, QLD | Perth, WA
AHHA Leading Change in Care Pathways–an audience with Lord Darzi of Denham
Professor Lord Darzi is a former Minister of Health in the United Kingdom and is the Chair of Surgery at St Mary's Hospital in London. He also led UK’s National Health Service (NHS) Modernisation Review.
Venue: Shangri La at The Rocks, Sydney | Royal on the Park, Brisbane | Duxton Hotel, Perth.
Contact: AHHA on 02 6162 0780, at admin@ahha.asn.au or visit ahha.asn.au

30–31 May
Sydney, NSW
Transition Care: Improving Outcomes for Older People 2012
This two-day conference will gather a multidisciplinary mix of healthcare practitioners to examine the implementation and delivery of the Australian Government’s transition care program.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay 
Contact: 02 9080 4300

31 May–1 June
Brisbane, QLD
Health and Community Services Workforce Innovation Conference
This conference seeks to showcase practices and models which will support the industry to develop a workforce capable of meeting the ever-increasing needs of communities.
Venues: Hilton Hotel
Contact: 07 3234 0190

6–8 June
Fremantle, WA
NIDAC Conference: Beyond 2012: Leading the Way to Action
Based on the theme, Beyond 2012: Leading the Way to Action, NIDAC 2012 aims to highlight how the sector is able to lead the way to action in addressing the harmful effects of alcohol and other drugs and its associated harms among Indigenous Australians.
Venue: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle, Western Australia
Contact:  07 3334 4400

24–27 September
Sydney, NSW
The Quantum Leap. Measurement: redefining Health's boundaries?
This event is targeted at both the public and private healthcare sectors across rural, regional and metro areas to join the discussion on what the impact of the National Health Reform will be.
Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Contact: AHHA on 02 6162 0780, at admin@ahha.asn.au or visit ahha.asn.au 

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HR, Training & Employment (5)

new20 June
Canberra, ACT
Motivating and engaging your staff: The next HRM challenge

With the war for talent returning to pre GFC levels, employee engagement is back at the top of the priority list for high performing organisations.
   Ben Palmer (CEO of Genos International) will present an innovative yet practical approach to enhancing your employment brand, talent retention and organisational performance.
   This seminar will enhance your understanding of employee engagement as well as the individual, team and organisational factors that lead to an engaged workforce.

Date:       Wednesday 20 June 2012
Time:       5.30-7.30pm, including tapas and refreshments
Where:    Wisdom Learning Centre, Fairbairn ACT
Cost:        $25
Contact:   To find out more about this seminar as well as other Wisdom training opportunities visit www.wisdomlearning.com.au or call on 02 6257 8588.
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new30–31 July
Sydney, NSW
Employer Branding & Employee Engagement
This summit will provide participants with the opportunity to hear proven strategies from employers of choice who are actively engaging their workforce to build competitive advantage.
Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Contact: 02 8908 8555

new28–30 August
Sydney, NSW
Workforce Planning for the Public Sector
The public sector is facing 'more for less' budget cuts and there is a strong need the right people to be in the right place. Delegates will hear leading industry professionals who will outline strategy developments to enable linking and integrating workforce planning.
Venue: TBC
Contact: 02 9229 1000

28–29 May
Sydney, NSW
5th Annual Fair Work Summit 2012
Aims to look at the evolving industrial relations legislation in order to help businesses with the impact of new changes and amendments that will occur in their enterprise.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay
Contact:  02 9080 4300

31 May–1 June
Brisbane, QLD
Health and Community Services Workforce Innovation Conference
This conference seeks to showcase practices and models which will support the industry to develop a workforce capable of meeting the ever-increasing needs of communities.
Venues: Hilton Hotel
Contact: 07 3234 0190

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Innovation (2)new24 July
Adelaide, SA
FutureGov Forum South Australia 2012
This forum aims to bring together SA Government change leaders and the private sector to engage and collaborate on the future of citizen service delivery.
Venue: TBC
Contact: 02 4300 26010

30–31 July
Canberra, ACT
8th Annual Public Sector In-House Counsel Conference 2012
This conference will provide an opportunity to meet with key Government and industry lawyers to discuss the new directions in the regulation of the legal profession and examine innovative models of legal service delivery.
Venue: Hotel Realm
Contact:  02 9080 4300

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Law, Security & National Affairs (3)31 May – 1 June
Canberra, ACT
The 2nd annual ADM Cyber Security Summit 2012
Following the success of the inaugural event last year this summit aims to gather Defence and National Security stakeholders to address current and emerging cyber threats to Australia's security.
Venue: Hotel Realm, Canberra
Contact: 02 9080 4321

4–5 June
Sydney, NSW
Crime prevention and communities:
Social and environmental strategies for safer neighbourhoods
This conference aims to discuss social and environmental projects and programs; urban and community planning and safety; crime prevention and safety in indigenous communities; and the design development, implementation and evaluation of crime prevention programs.
Venue: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
Contact: 02 62609272

30–31 July
Canberra, ACT
8th Annual Public Sector In-House Counsel Conference 2012
This conference will provide an opportunity to meet with key Government and industry lawyers to discuss the new directions in the regulation of the legal profession and examine innovative models of legal service delivery.
Venue: Hotel Realm
Contact:  02 9080 4300

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Leadership & Management (5)

new20 June
Canberra, ACT
Motivating and engaging your staff: The next HRM challenge

With the war for talent returning to pre GFC levels, employee engagement is back at the top of the priority list for high performing organisations.
   Ben Palmer (CEO of Genos International) will present an innovative yet practical approach to enhancing your employment brand, talent retention and organisational performance.
   This seminar will enhance your understanding of employee engagement as well as the individual, team and organisational factors that lead to an engaged workforce.

Date:       Wednesday 20 June 2012
Time:       5.30-7.30pm, including tapas and refreshments
Where:    Wisdom Learning Centre, Fairbairn ACT
Cost:        $25
Contact:   To find out more about this seminar as well as other Wisdom training opportunities visit www.wisdomlearning.com.au or call on 02 6257 8588.
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24–25 May
Sydney, NSW
Service Management Summit
This summit will bring together senior professionals from across Australia to present case studies from successfully realised service delivery optimisation projects as well as leading experts to discuss the latest strategic and technological developments.
Venue: Crystal Palace, Luna Park
Contact: 02 8908 8523

28 May
Melbourne, VIC
Gain the Policy Edge
This five-day program is aimed at senior government officers and managers who want to develop their policy skills and leadership potential.
Venue: Crown Melbourne
Contact: 03 9653 2000

4–9 June
Hobart, TAS
ICOMS Asset Management Conference 2012
Aims to provide a central meeting place for Australian and international industry representatives to network and learn more on the latest advancements in asset management. 
Venue: Wrest Point Hotel, Hobart
Contact:  03 9819 2515

12–13 July
Sydney, NSW
Women, Management and Work Conference
With the theme ‘Women and Management: Inspiration and Empowerment – Creating your future’ this annual conference provides networking opportunities for women from Government, industry, defence, consultancies at all levels.
Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Contact: 02 9850 8985

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Mining & Resources (2)new6–8 August
Brisbane, QLD
Social Licence and Stakeholder Engagement
This conference will address the main issues around social impact, social impact assessment, social licence and stakeholder/community engagement for mining oil and gas companies and authorities.
Venue: Hilton Hotel
Contact: 02 9279 2222

28–29 August
Brisbane, QLD
The 4th Annual CSG Associated Water Conference 2012
This is an expert led event which will examine the latest technological advances/options for CSG water management.
Venue: Stamford Plaza
Contact: 02 9080 4300

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Planning & Development (2)new13 June
Alice Springs Regional Outlook Conference 2012
Alice Springs, NT
The Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES) will host a number of Regional Outlook Conferences this year, one in every state and the Northern Territory.
Venue: Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge
Contact: 02 6272 2000

24–26 July
Adelaide, SA
ENVIRO 2012
This is Australia’s largest meeting of business and the environment that sees industry, government and the environmental service sectors gather every two years to shape policy and progress on sustainable enterprise. 
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre
Contact: 1300 651 026

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Public Administration (6)new24 July
Adelaide, SA
FutureGov Forum South Australia 2012
This forum aims to bring together SA Government change leaders and the private sector to engage and collaborate on the future of citizen service delivery.
Venue: TBC
Contact: 02 4300 26010

new28-30 August
Sydney, NSW
Workforce Planning for the Public Sector
The public sector is facing 'more for less' budget cuts and there is a strong need the right people to be in the right place. Delegates will hear leading industry professionals who will outline strategy developments to enable linking and integrating workforce planning.
Venue: TBC
Contact: 02 9229 1000

24–25 May
Sydney, NSW
Service Management Summit
This summit will bring together senior professionals from across Australia to present case studies from successfully realised service delivery optimisation projects as well as leading experts to discuss the latest strategic and technological developments.
Venue: Crystal Palace, Luna Park
Contact: 02 8908 8523

28 May
Melbourne, VIC
Gain the Policy Edge
This five-day program is aimed at senior government officers and managers who want to develop their policy skills and leadership potential.
Venue: Crown Melbourne
Contact: 03 9653 2000

30–31 July
Canberra, ACT
8th Annual Public Sector In-House Counsel Conference 2012
This conference will provide an opportunity to meet with key Government and industry lawyers to discuss the new directions in the regulation of the legal profession and examine innovative models of legal service delivery.
Venue: Hotel Realm
Contact:  02 9080 4300

12–13 July
Sydney, NSW
Women, Management and Work Conference
With the theme ‘Women and Management: Inspiration and Empowerment – Creating your future’ this annual conference provides networking opportunities for women from Government, industry, defence, consultancies at all levels.
Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Contact: 02 9850 8985

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Public Affairs & Communication (4)

new20 June
Canberra, ACT
Motivating and engaging your staff: The next HRM challenge

With the war for talent returning to pre GFC levels, employee engagement is back at the top of the priority list for high performing organisations.
   Ben Palmer (CEO of Genos International) will present an innovative yet practical approach to enhancing your employment brand, talent retention and organisational performance.
   This seminar will enhance your understanding of employee engagement as well as the individual, team and organisational factors that lead to an engaged workforce.

Date:       Wednesday 20 June 2012
Time:       5.30-7.30pm, including tapas and refreshments
Where:    Wisdom Learning Centre, Fairbairn ACT
Cost:        $25
Contact:   To find out more about this seminar as well as other Wisdom training opportunities visit www.wisdomlearning.com.au or call on 02 6257 8588.
click here

new24 July
Adelaide, SA
FutureGov Forum South Australia 2012
This forum aims to bring together SA Government change leaders and the private sector to engage and collaborate on the future of citizen service delivery.
Venue: TBC
Contact: 02 4300 26010

new30–31 July
Sydney, NSW
Employer Branding & Employee Engagement
This summit will provide participants with the opportunity to hear proven strategies from employers of choice who are actively engaging their workforce to build competitive advantage.
Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Contact: 02 8908 8555

new6–8 August
Brisbane, QLD
Social Licence and Stakeholder Engagement
This conference will address the main issues around social impact, social impact assessment, social licence and stakeholder/community engagement for mining oil and gas companies and authorities.
Venue: Hilton Hotel
Contact: 02 9279 2222

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Safety / WHS (2)28–29 May
Sydney, NSW
5th Annual Fair Work Summit 2012
Aims to look at the evolving industrial relations legislation in order to help businesses with the impact of new changes and amendments that will occur in their enterprise.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay
Contact:  02 9080 4300

31 May–1 June
Brisbane, QLD
Health and Community Services Workforce Innovation Conference
This conference seeks to showcase practices and models which will support the industry to develop a workforce capable of meeting the ever-increasing needs of communities.
Venues: Hilton Hotel
Contact: 07 3234 0190

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Society & Human Rights (7) 24–25 May
Sydney, NSW
Workplace Diversity in Australia: Where the bloody hell are we?
At this forum delegates will hear case studies from experienced professionals about their efforts to promote workplace diversity and have the opportunity to participate in two workshops.
Venue: The Sebel Surrey Hills
Contact: 1300 550 662

24–25 May | 7–8 June | 14–15 June
Perth, WA | Brisbane, QLD | Melbourne, VIC
Positive Schools 2012: Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference
For all teachers Australia-wide, this conference offers inspirational, sustainable and practical solutions to well-being within schools and colleges. Effective education requires a firm foundation of ongoing wellbeing and positive mental health.
Venue: Hotel Fremantle, WA | Brisbane Convention Centre | Melbourne Convention Centre
Contact:  08 9388 8843

28–29 May
Sydney, NSW
5th Annual Fair Work Summit 2012
Aims to look at the evolving industrial relations legislation in order to help businesses with the impact of new changes and amendments that will occur in their enterprise.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay
Contact:  02 9080 4300

30–31 May
Sydney, NSW
Transition Care: Improving Outcomes for Older People 2012
This two-day conference will gather a multidisciplinary mix of healthcare practitioners to examine the implementation and delivery of the Australian Government’s transition care program.
Venue: Sydney Harbour Marriott at Circular Quay 
Contact: 02 9080 4300

4–5 June
Sydney, NSW
Crime prevention and communities:
Social and environmental strategies for safer neighbourhoods
This conference aims to discuss social and environmental projects and programs; urban and community planning and safety; crime prevention and safety in indigenous communities; and the design development, implementation and evaluation of crime prevention programs.
Venue: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
Contact: 02 62609272

6–8 June
Fremantle, WA
NIDAC Conference: Beyond 2012: Leading the Way to Action
Based on the theme, Beyond 2012: Leading the Way to Action, NIDAC 2012 aims to highlight how the sector is able to lead the way to action in addressing the harmful effects of alcohol and other drugs and its associated harms among Indigenous Australians.
Venue: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle, Western Australia
Contact:  07 3334 4400

12–13 July
Sydney, NSW
Women, Management and Work Conference
With the theme ‘Women and Management: Inspiration and Empowerment – Creating your future’ this annual conference provides networking opportunities for women from Government, industry, defence, consultancies at all levels.
Venue: Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Contact: 02 9850 8985

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Other Conferences
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