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North Queensland Conference 2023

Icon of a calendar 15 Aug, 2023 - 16 Aug, 2023 | Small clock icon 8.30am – 5.00pm AEST | Icon of a map pin The Ville Resort-Casino, Townsville

This year’s North Queensland Conference in Townsville will explore the theme of “Water in the North Driving Opportunity and Prosperity”.

Water is recognised as essential to unlocking economic opportunities and prosperity in North Queensland and the region is fortunate to be blessed with natural water features such as the Great Barrier Reef, local waterways and wetlands. However, the region faces significant challenges including climatic extremes, infrastructure provision and a shortage of skilled workers, which hamper the region's ability to unlock the benefits of these natural community assets.

With increasing recognition of the importance of water management for achieving sustainable, livable, resilient and productive communities, there is a need to learn from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the original custodians of land and water and empower communities in the North to sustainably manage our shared water resources.

The conference deliberately seeks to provide a forum where technical learnings are celebrated and personal growth is commended with papers and presentations targeted at enhancing our industry through SHARED experiences, CONNECTED membership, and INSPIRED individuals.

Program

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Event Details

Conference & Exhibition

Date Tuesday, 15 August - Wednesday, 16 August 2023
Time 8:30am - 5:00pm AEST
Venue The Ville Resort-Casino 
Address Sir Leslie Thiess Dr, Townsville QLD 4810

Site Tour - Sponsored by BMD 

Date Monday, 14 August 2023
Time 2:30pm - 5:00pm AEST
Collection point  The Ville Resort-Casino 
Sir Leslie Thiess Dr, Townsville QLD 4810
Cost  Member $20 | Non-Member $30 
Details  Join us to view the newly completed Douglas Water Treatment Plant Clarifiers. A bus will transport delegates from the Ville Resort-Casino and return.
PPE requirements: Long sleeve, long pants, closed in footwear, and hat for UV protection. No high vis, hard hat or boots required. 

YWP Meet & Greet 

Date Monday, 14 August 2023
Time 5:00pm - 6.00pm AEST - immediately prior to the Welcome Networking Function
Venue Townsville Picnic Bay Surf Club 
Address 80 The Strand, North Ward QLD 4810
Cost  No cost to join. Drinks at guests own expense. 
Details  Meet with other young water professionals before the conference commences.

Welcome Networking Function - Sponsored by BMD

Date Monday, 14 August 2023
Time 6:00pm - 9:00pm AEST
Venue Townsville Picnic Bay Surf Club
Address 80 The Strand, North Ward QLD 4810
Cost  $65 [in addition to Conference Registration]

Conference Dinner - Sponsored by Premise 

Date Tuesday, 15 August 2023
Time 6:30pm - 10:00pm AEST
Venue The Ville Resort-Casino 
Address Sir Leslie Thiess Dr, Townsville QLD 4810
Cost  Included in the conference registration 

Registration

Registration is now closed. If you would like to attend, please forward your enquiry to events@awa.asn.au. 
If you wish to find out more about AWA's membership benefits, contact membership@awa.asn.au.

Registration Type Member  Non-Member
Full Registration 
All day catering + conference dinner on Day One
$735.00 $1,025.00
One Day Registration 
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for one day only + conference dinner on Day One
$445.00 $625.00
Concession/Student Full Registration
All day catering + conference dinner on Day One
$365.00 N/A
Concession/Student One Day Registration 
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for one day only + conference dinner on Day One
$225.00 N/A
Non-Member Full Registration + 1 Year Professional Membership
All day catering + conference dinner on Day One
+ 1 Year AWA Professional Membership
N/A $1,020.00

NOTE: Welcome Reception and Optional Site Tours are not included in Conference Registration. 

Exhibition
To find out about exhibition opportunities, contact Michael:

Exhibition Enquiry

Sponsorship
To find out about sponsorship opportunities, contact Troy:

Sponsorship Enquiry

 

Accommodation 

Discounted accommodation rates are available at the following locations: 
The Ville Resort-Casino (Conference Venue)
To book, use this link for 15% off the best available rate. Add the discount code: AWANQ23
NOTE: Please book early as it is Cowboys season and August typically sells out. 

Quest Townsville on Eyre 
To book, use this link for 15% off the best available rate. Add the promo code: AWANQC23
For enquiries, contact the hotel directly: 07 4789 7400 or townsvilleoneyre@questapartments.com.au 

 

For more information please contact:
EVENT:
Carlie Sargent, QLD Member Engagement Manager | Ph: 02 9467 8451 | E: csargent@awa.asn.au
Laura Steffan, Senior Events Manager | P: 02 9467 8408 | E: lsteffan@awa.asn.au
EXHIBITION: 
Michael Silber, Exhibition and Events Manager | P: 02 9467 8428 | E: msilber@awa.asn.au 
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
Troy Waite, Partnerships and Sponsorships Manager | P: 02 9467 8426 | E: twaite@awa.asn.au 

Thank you to our North Queensland Conference 2023 Sponsors:
 
 

Host Sponsor 

Townsville City Council

Principal Sponsors
GHD Hydroflux_Logotype_Colour_V1

 

Welcome Reception and Site Tour Sponsor

Meet the Trade Drinks Sponsor Conference Dinner Sponsor
BMD
Aquatec Maxcon Premise

 Coffee Cart Sponsor

Best Paper Sponsor

Interflow1

UQ Logo
Conference Supporters
KSB CleanTeq Water
Lunch - Day One Sponsor Lunch - Day Two Sponsor
Sunwater
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