AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ returns to Sydney on 3–6 September 2024. This year marks 30 years of the event, and an opportunity to celebrate its continued growth to become Australasia’s premier emergency management conference and exhibition.
The AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ conference brings a broad spectrum of emergency management and first-response practitioners together to learn and share experiences. Last year, the conference and exhibition attracted a record attendance of 4,483 emergency management and first-responder personnel to Brisbane, and AFAC24 looks forward to welcoming these numbers back when the event is hosted at the ICC Sydney.
Registrations are now open for the event, offered at an early-bird rate until 30 June, so secure your place to be part of this special 30-year anniversary offering of the AFAC Conference and Exhibition.
While we will mark the history of the event over three decades, the theme for AFAC24 is very much taking a future focus. Presentations and discussions across AFAC24 will be united by the theme ‘Embracing innovation and disruption: designing the future for our sector’.
The conference theme recognises the immediate need for fire and emergency services and first responders to adapt to be prepared for the future. Resource constraints, declining volunteer numbers and a changing climate drive the need for organisations to think differently and look for innovative solutions, and creating an inclusive culture that encourages new ideas and diversity of thought is key. AFAC24 will explore how we can foster new thinking to ensure we are prepared for the challenges we face now and into the future.
Showcasing the latest research and best practice across the sector, AFAC24 will feature the multi-streamed AFAC Conference and will again incorporate the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference and the Institution of Fire Engineers (Australia) National Conference. Delegates can also customise their conference experience by participating in the Research and Innovation Day, along with workshops and field trips offered through the Professional Development Program.
Expansive and exciting: don’t miss the AFAC24 Exhibition
The AFAC Exhibition is the must-attend event for emergency management professionals and first responders who are sourcing equipment, solutions and services for their agencies.
Interest is building for securing exhibitor stands, and the space will be packed with state-of-the-art equipment, cutting-edge technology, solutions and leading service providers representing national and international brands. The AFAC24 Exhibition is a one-stop-shop for decision-makers to connect with exhibitors to view and discuss the latest developments in technology and innovation.
After a highly successful debut in 2023, Resilience Lane will once again bring the resilience community together to learn, share and network within the AFAC24 Exhibition. Resilience Lane, proudly sponsored by NRMA, will include up to 16 exhibitors, providing a space where not-for-profit and community-focused organisations can showcase their work and services that strengthen community resilience.
The AFAC24 Exhibition will also include the Live Demonstration program, featuring the latest equipment, technology and best practices; The Solutions Theatre has a program of practical presentations aimed at helping those at the front line of emergency management and first responders, and the AIDR Knowledge Centre brings together research findings, including the popular poster displays.
AFAC24 also acknowledges our 2024 host agencies that make this year’s event possible: ACT Emergency Services Agency, ACT Parks and Conservation, Fire and Rescue NSW, Forestry Corporation of NSW, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services, NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW State Emergency Services and Surf Life Saving NSW.
We look forward to welcoming the emergency management and first-response sector to AFAC24 on 3–6 September at the ICC Sydney to connect with each other, celebrate knowledge and achievements, and continue to grow this important event for the sector.
For more information, including registration options, go to: www.afacconference.com.au
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Hannover Fairs Australia Pty Ltd
Hannover Fairs Australia is part of Deutsche Messe AG and has operated in Australia since 2000.
Deutsche Messe was founded in 1947 with the Hannover Export Fair, but has grown to become a globally significant events business operating events and venues around the world. The business operates 9 subsidiary offices including in the US and China, hosts events in over 48 locations, with sales activities in 110 countries. The company is owned by the State of Lower Saxony and the City of Hannover.
The Australian subsidiary was established in 2000 and has grown to own and operate 9 significant events across a wide range of industry landscapes. Our events are designed to be embedded in the communities they serve, from the Fire and Emergency Services sectors to the HR and L&D communities, we thrive on connecting likeminded individuals to facilitate personal and business growth.
Our team has a wealth of experience in running events of all shapes and sizes in a vast range of geographies. Their passion is in creating great events that make a difference to the industry’s they serve.
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