Date: Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Michael Bell, Senior Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Join us for a webinar designed specifically for association leaders and management teams on the important topic of risk management.
Date: Thursday, 19 March 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Kathy Nguyen, Managing Lawyer, Governology and Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Disciplining members can be one of the most challenging aspects of running an association or charity. This training will provide a legal framework for handling member misconduct, ensuring your processes are fair, transparent, and compliant with your constitution and applicable laws.
Date: Tuesday, 24 March 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Megan Flower, Membership & Partnership Manager, Caravan Industry Victoria and Cheryl Quin, Head of Business Development, ReadyMembership
Before choosing a new CRM or digital platform, associations must first understand their own priorities, challenges, and internal processes.
Date: Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am (AEST)
Venue: GPT Space&Co Darling Park - Ground Floor, 201 Sussex St, Tower 1, Sydney NSW 2000
The CEO Collaboration series brings association CEOs together regularly for open, trusted discussions on the key issues shaping their organisation and the sector. Facilitated by Associations Forum, these structured yet conversational sessions provide a confidential space to share challenges, exchange insights and strengthen leadership capability.
Date: Thursday, 26 March 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEDT
Presenter: Rutland Smith, Proprietor, Harvey Norman Technology for Business
Cyber security is no longer just an IT issue. It’s something that affects whole industries, regardless of size or sector. Industry associations are often expected to help make sense of these changes for their members.
Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm ACDT
Venue: Pullman Adelaide, 16 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide SA 5000
Topic: Strengthening Our Foundation: How Collaboration Shaped Financial Sustainability
Presenter: Jane Angel, Chief Executive Officer, Council of Australasian University Librarians
Join us for our exclusive SA Association Lunch in partnership with Pullman Adelaide.
Date: Thursday, 9 April 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Simon Rountree, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
In today’s ever changing world, new CEO effective leadership matters. Whether you're looking to improve core leadership skills or need insights and tools to implement change this webinar offers practical guidance, peer insights and strategies for navigating the early stages of leadership to help maximise your impact.
Date: Tuesday, 14 April 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEST
Venue: Pan Pacific Melbourne, 2 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Melbourne VIC 3006 (Room Woodside 3-4)
Topic: Culture as a Strategic Advantage: What Worked, What We Learned and What’s Still Hard
Presenter: Hilary Shelton, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Podiatry Association
Join us for our exclusive VIC Association Lunch, in partnership with Pan Pacific Melbourne.
Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEST
Venue: National Convention Centre Canberra, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra ACT 2601 (Swan Room)
Topic: Influence Policy, Deliver Impact: Advocacy Insights for Associations
Presenter: Peta Rutherford, Chief Executive Officer, Rural Doctors Association of Australia
Join us for our exclusive ACT Association Lunch, in partnership with National Convention Centre Canberra.
Date: Monday, 20 April 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AEST
Venue: Rydges World Square, 389 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
Date: Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Tony Gleeson, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
With AGM season upon us, attend this workshop to gain practical tips about how to run an effective Annual General Meetings for both in person, online and hybrid settings.
Date: Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AEST
Venue: Sydney Masonic Centre, 66 Goulburn Street, Sydney NSW 2000 (Ground Level Ionic Room)
Date: Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AEST
Venue: University of Canberra, 11 Kirinari Street Bruce ACT, 2617 Australia
Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm AEST
Topic: Elevate Your Association’s Events in 2026
The Events Special Interest Group is an opportunity for Associations Forum members to share ideas, strategies and challenges with their peers in the association sector.
Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Kathy Nguyen, Managing Lawyer, Governology
New to the association sector? This session covers the fundamentals you need to work effectively in an association environment.
Date: Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Kathy Nguyen, Managing Lawyer, Governology
Join us for this webinar where we will delve deeper into the question facing many associations: should you pay your board members?
Date: Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AEST
Whether you are an Executive Officer, General Manager or Chief Executive Officer, if your small or medium association’s Board has delegated management responsibility to you, this Special Interest Group (SIG) may interest you.
Date: Thursday, 11 June 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AEST
Presenter: Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Undertaking the role of Director (sometimes called Councillor or Committee Member) within an association Board is a considerable yet manageable responsibility. This training will look at the legal framework for associations under the Corporations Act, state and territory Associations Incorporation Acts and the ACNC Act, Board roles and responsibilities under the common law and statute, as well as practical tips on the role of being a Director.
Date: Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AEST
Venue: Park Hyatt Melbourne, 1 Parliament Square, East Melbourne, Victoria, 3002 (Trilogy Room)
Date: Monday, 27 July 2026
Time: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm AEST
Venue:
Crowne Plaza Geelong, 68-94 Western Beach Road, Geelong VIC 3220
Presenter: John Peacock AM, Chief Executive Officer, Associations Forum
Running a Successful Association Masterclass is a half-day workshop for CEO’s, Directors, Company Secretaries and senior managers of associations. It is a special opportunity for in-depth training on association governance matters involving presentations with ample opportunity for open discussion.
Date: Tuesday, 28 July 2026 - Wednesday, 29 July 2026
Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm AEST
Venue: Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre,
80 Western Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220
Associations Forum National Conference is Australia and New Zealand’s premier event for associations, charities, and the not-for-profit sector. Bringing together CEOs, senior managers, presidents, board directors, company secretaries, and representatives from professional, industry, and special cause groups, the two-day conference promotes best practice through informative sessions, practical education, and interactive discussions. Suitable for small, medium, and large not-for-profits, the event provides a valuable opportunity for leaders and decision-makers to share knowledge and experiences on key issues shaping the associations sector.
