--- title: North Queensland Conference 2023 description: This year’s North Queensland Conference will be hosted in Townsville, with the overarching theme of “Water in the North Driving Opportunity and Prosperity”. --- [Upcoming Events ](https://www.awa.asn.au/upcoming-events) # [North Queensland Conference 2023](https://www.awa.asn.au/upcoming-events/northqueenslandconference2023) Written by [Laura Steffan](https://www.awa.asn.au/upcoming-events/author/laura-steffan) | Jan 17, 2023 12:00:43 AM 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** Download the program here:  ## **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](mailto:events@awa.asn.au).  If you wish to find out more about AWA's membership benefits, contact [membership@awa.asn.au](mailto: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: Sponsorship To find out about sponsorship opportunities, contact Troy:   **Accommodation**  Discounted accommodation rates are available at the following locations:  [The Ville Resort-Casino ](https://bookings.travelclick.com/96903?hotelId=96903#/guestsandrooms)(Conference Venue) To book, use [this link](https://bookings.travelclick.com/96903?hotelId=96903#/guestsandrooms) 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 ](https://www.questapartments.com.au/properties/qld/townsville/quest-townsville-on-eyre) To book, use [this link ](https://www.questapartments.com.au/properties/qld/townsville/quest-townsville-on-eyre)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](mailto: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](mailto:csargent@awa.asn.au) Laura Steffan, Senior Events Manager | P: 02 9467 8408 | E: [lsteffan@awa.asn.au](mailto:lsteffan@awa.asn.au) EXHIBITION:  Michael Silber, Exhibition and Events Manager | P: 02 9467 8428 | E: [msilber@awa.asn.au](mailto:msilber@awa.asn.au)  SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Troy Waite, Partnerships and Sponsorships Manager | P: 02 9467 8426 | E: [twaite@awa.asn.au](mailto:twaite@awa.asn.au)  [View full post](https://www.awa.asn.au/upcoming-events/northqueenslandconference2023) ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Laura Steffan" }, "dateModified" : "2023-08-07T04:15:47.330Z", "datePublished" : "2023-01-17T00:00:43Z", "headline" : "North Queensland Conference 2023", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 836, "url" : "https://14568786.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/14568786/North%20Queensland%20Conference%202023/North%20Queensland%20Conference%202023_HubSpot%20Feature%20Image%20800x418px_converted.jpg", "width" : 1600 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://www.awa.asn.au/upcoming-events/northqueenslandconference2023", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 60, "url" : "/hs/hsstatic/content_shared_assets/static-1.4092/img/default-amp-logo.png", "width" : 60 }, "name" : "Upcoming Events" } } ```