Green Building Day 2019 – Sydney

This is a one-day conference that will move across four different states, so take a look at the specific info for your closest event: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

Green Building Day is the Green Building Council of Australia’s annual conference for members and the wider industry to talk about major trends, upcoming changes and innovations enabling sustainability outcomes. They will highlight leading Green Star projects and discuss sustainability benefits, learnings, challenges and opportunities.

Green Star expert or new to the rating tools, Green Building Day is your perfect opportunity to hear from a variety of projects. Ranging from commercial, industrial, social infrastructure, and residential, get insights from leading experts, and appreciate the fundamental drivers transforming the built environment.

Leading questions to this year’s discussions include:

• Where will innovation take sustainability?
• How is Green Star changing with Future Focus?
• What Future Focus means for communities?
• What does future sustainable procurement look like?
• How Green Star applies to social infrastructure projects? Discover a range of case study examples.
• What is the research we need to drive innovation in the built environment?
• What are the technologies increasing sustainability outcomes?

The one day program features a choice of sessions, including focused and interactive breakout sessions.

Last but not least, this year Green Building Day will open with a Local Government breakfast featuring local government representatives to explore the potential of Green Star for councils and governments and provide a platform to grow your network of peers. If you are a local government representative and would like to attend please contact Rebecca.

CPD Points

• 6 Green Star Points
• 3 Sustainable Development Points

Conference Information:

Date: Wednesday, 26th June

Venue:  Building 8, University of Technology, 14 Ultimo Road, Haymarket, NSW, 2007.

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2019 Asia Pacific Cities Summit (2019APCS) and Mayors’ Forum

The 2019APCS marks the 12th occasion of this iconic event for the Asia Pacific region. The most recent APCS was held in Daejeon, Republic of Korea and attracted more than 2400 delegates from 125 cities throughout Australia, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas and Europe.

With a focus on driving cities through business and innovation, the 2019APCS will once again be a key platform for city, business, industry and emerging leaders to connect and shape the region’s urban agenda. The 2019APCS will offer world-class speakers, an inspiring and topical program, a dedicated business introductions program as well as an array of networking opportunities. The Summit will continue to build on its success as one of the region’s leading forums, and a key platform for driving innovation, city partnerships and economic growth in Brisbane, Australia and the Asia Pacific region.

Event Information:

Date: Sunday 7th –  Wednesday 10th of July, 2019.

Venue:  Brisbane, Australia.

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Developing Northern Australia Conference

Encompassing presentations, discussions and interactive dialogues, this two-day conference provides a wealth of opportunity to listen, learn and network with those active in the development of industries, communities and economic prosperity. Traditionally attracting 350+ delegates from all over Australia, the annual Developing Northern Australia Conference unites leaders, influencers and industry professionals to review current opportunities, policies, challenges and outcomes for growing Northern Australia.

The conference in its 5th year and attracts investors, policy makers, business owners, all sectors of government, decision makers, academics, visionaries, industry, researchers, Indigenous leaders and entrepreneurs that are all contributing to change and making a difference in Northern Australia.

The conversation at the 2019 conference will include the diversification of economies and creating vibrant, resilient communities in the north.

There will be over 60 presentations covering a range of topics to include resources, land, water, energy, renewables, agribusiness, Northern Australian population strategy and industry sector opportunities pertaining to a prosperous, sustainable future for Northern Australia.

The annual conference will be held in Western Australia for the first time and discussions involving growth, progress and investment aligning the Northern Australia white paper is the focus.

Conference Information:

Date: Thursday 11th – Friday 12th of July, 2019, with a conference networking dinner on the evening of the 10th.

Venue:  Red Earth Arts Precinct, 27 Welcome Rd, Karratha, WA, 6714.

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Learning from Leaders – Sydney

An evening of drinks & learning from sustainability leaders.

This event aims to connect Future Green Leaders, while offering a focused agenda on career development to inspire our young professionals. In each state, panelists will share key lessons, advice and wisdom on how to ensure your career flourishes. Hear their journeys to where they are now and bring your questions.

The evening will conclude with networking drinks giving you the opportunity to meet and mingle with new contacts and share your own stories.

Event Information:

Date: Tuesday, 23rd July

Venue:  Green Building Council of Australia, Level 31, Tower Two, 200 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo, Sydney.

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Learning from Leaders – Melbourne

An evening of drinks & learning from sustainability leaders.

This event aims to connect Future Green Leaders, while offering a focused agenda on career development to inspire our young professionals. In each state, panelists will share key lessons, advice and wisdom on how to ensure your career flourishes. Hear their journeys to where they are now and bring your questions.

The evening will conclude with networking drinks giving you the opportunity to meet and mingle with new contacts and share your own stories.

Event Information:

Date: Wednesday, 24th July

Venue:  Tract Consultants, Level 6, 6 Riverside Quay, Southbank, Melbourne.

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The Future of Transport

AGDF’s first conference for 2019 will explore different transport modalities, technology, planning implications and the future of sustainable transport…. 

Information presented at this event will benefit designers, consultants, planners and government agencies.

Gain new knowledge, network over lunch and see how others are advocating sustainability.

Conference Information:

Date: Friday 26th July, 2019

Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm (8:00am registration)

Venue:  Gambaro Room, Common Ground, 15 Hope Street, South Brisbane, Qld

Event registration:  Registration at the venue opens from 8:00am

Catering: Morning Tea, Lunch, and Afternoon Tea will be provided. Please contact events@agdf.org.au regarding provision of any dietary requirements.

Tickets: $110 Members Early Bird / $145 Members regular / $195 Public / $75 half-day

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CPD Eligibility Requirements: The Main Event  should provide participants with a minimum of 8 hours of Formal CPD activity. Participants are eligible for 8 CPD points upon completion of the worksheets provided. (based on attendance at 6 x 45min. presentations, 1 x 120min workshop (interactive component), and completion of 6 x 15min worksheets).

Certificate of Attendance: A Certificate of Attendance will be provided by the AGDF as proof of attendance based on registration on the day of the Main Event.

AACA Competency Unit(s): Design / Documentation / Project Management

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