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Join us in Tamworth on 19 October for the 2026 Road Maintenance Symposium, a practical one-day forum focused on the chal...
04/09/2026

Join us in Tamworth on 19 October for the 2026 Road Maintenance Symposium, a practical one-day forum focused on the challenges and opportunities facing road maintenance across regional and local government networks.

Presented by IPWEA NSW & ACT, AustStab and AfPA, the Symposium will bring together councils, Transport for NSW, contractors, consultants and industry suppliers to explore real-world solutions for flood recovery, drainage performance, unsealed roads, freight networks and pavement resilience.

Hear from industry experts, share experiences with peers and take away practical insights that can help improve resilience, extend pavement life and reduce repeat maintenance across your road network.

Early Bird registrations are now open until COB 18 September.
IPWEA NSW & ACT Member: $194.50 + GST | Non-Member: $634.50 + GST

A special thank you to our event partners, the Australian Pavement Recycling & Stabilisation Association (AustStab Limited) and the Australian Flexible Pavement Association (AfPA), for their support in delivering this important industry event.

Places are limited. Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/gUdtfkcT

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Dubbo for the 2026 Orana Chapter Meeting. The meeting brought together public wor...
03/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Dubbo for the 2026 Orana Chapter Meeting. The meeting brought together public works professionals and local government representatives from across the region to share knowledge, discuss current challenges and explore practical solutions for delivering infrastructure outcomes in local communities.
 
Delegates heard from a range of council and industry speakers covering topics including asset management, road network performance, engineering design lessons learned, project delivery, and updates from IPWEA NSW & ACT and the Roads and Transport Directorate.
 
A special thank you to Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Cr Josh Black for welcoming attendees, Orana Chapter Chair Gary Woodman GAICD for facilitating the day, our presenters for sharing their expertise, and Event Partner Fulton Hogan for their support.
 
These chapter meetings continue to provide a valuable forum for collaboration, professional development and the exchange of best practice across the public works sector.
 

Councils across NSW are increasingly balancing the challenge of maintaining ageing infrastructure, addressing renewal ba...
02/09/2026

Councils across NSW are increasingly balancing the challenge of maintaining ageing infrastructure, addressing renewal backlogs, and delivering the services their communities rely on, all whilst ensuring they remain financially sustainable.

The Local Government Finance and Asset Management Forum on 1 October will bring together senior local government professionals to examine how finance and asset management can work more effectively together to support sustainable, long-term decision-making.

Presented by IPWEA NSW & ACT in partnership with LG Professionals, NSW, the forum will feature presentations, panel discussions and a facilitated workshop focused on key issues including fair value, depreciation, long-term renewal planning, asset condition data, service levels and local government sustainability.

Hear from NSW Auditor-General Bola Oyetunji GAICD, who will share insights into financial accountability, governance and the role of sound asset management in achieving sustainable outcomes for councils, alongside a panel of experienced local government leaders and industry experts.

Join sector leaders for a day of practical discussion, collaboration and knowledge sharing, followed by networking drinks. 

Member Registrations: $350 | Non Member Registrations: $500
Register now: https://lnkd.in/g7Msy6nh

Strengthen your financial decision-making skills and gain the confidence to translate infrastructure and project decisio...
02/09/2026

Strengthen your financial decision-making skills and gain the confidence to translate infrastructure and project decisions into clear advice on cost, risk and levels of service.
 
Join IPWEA NSW & ACT’s Finance for Public Works Professionals and Leaders workshop on 18 September. This practical one-day course is designed for engineers, asset managers, project managers and public works professionals looking to better understand local government finance.
 
Using real council budgets, financial statements and reporting examples, participants will learn how to interpret financial information, support better decision-making, and communicate financial implications effectively to executives, councillors and stakeholders.
 
Facilitated by David Hurrell CPA MCIPS Chartered, Associate Director of Procurement at Infrastructure NSW, this workshop provides practical insights grounded in real-world local government experience.
 
Contact our PD team via phone at 0427 001 613 or via email at [email protected]. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gFhkfkQt
 

More than 25 delegates came together today for the second South East Chapter Meeting of 2026 at the Snowy Hydro Discover...
01/09/2026

More than 25 delegates came together today for the second South East Chapter Meeting of 2026 at the Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre. The meeting provided an opportunity for public works professionals from across the region to connect, share knowledge and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing local government infrastructure. Attendees engaged in valuable discussions on industry issues, best practice and regional priorities, strengthening collaboration across councils and the broader public works community.

A highlight of the day was the Snowy Hydro Immersive Theatre and Discovery Centre tour, which offered delegates a unique insight into the history, infrastructure and ongoing operations of one of Australia’s most significant engineering achievements. Thank you to our sponsor Schréder and to everyone who attended and contributed to another successful South East Chapter Meeting. We look forward to continuing the conversation at future chapter events.

Councils across NSW are invited to participate in the 2026 Asset Benchmarking Survey, which is now open. This important ...
01/09/2026

Councils across NSW are invited to participate in the 2026 Asset Benchmarking Survey, which is now open. This important biennial project provides a snapshot of the condition and performance of road and bridge assets across the local road network and plays a key role in RTD’s advocacy efforts for funding and policy reform on behalf of councils. Complete the survey here: https://secure.ipwea.org/Web/SSO/Plus/IPWEAPlus.aspx
 
To support councils through the data collection process, RTD is hosting a webinar on Wednesday 16 September from 12:30pm to 1:30pm. The session will provide an overview of the Asset Benchmarking Project, explain the data collection requirements, demonstrate the data collection portal, and offer an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and troubleshoot any issues.
 
If you’re involved in asset management, roads, transport, engineering or data collection, this webinar is a valuable opportunity to learn more about the project and ensure your council is prepared.
Register here: https://www.ipweansw.org/events/monthly-rtd-webinar—asset-benchmarking-overview-qa-troubleshootin…
 

Join public works professionals from across the region at the 2026 Central West Chapter Meeting on 8 September. This val...
31/08/2026

Join public works professionals from across the region at the 2026 Central West Chapter Meeting on 8 September. This valuable networking and professional development opportunity will bring together local government and industry representatives to share knowledge, discuss regional challenges, and explore best practice across infrastructure, asset management, road safety, environmental management, disaster recovery and more.
 
Attendees will also enjoy a guided tour of the Cudal Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre, providing unique insight into the future of transport technologies and vehicle testing in regional NSW. Whether you’re looking to expand your professional network, learn from industry peers, or contribute to discussions shaping the future of public works, this is an event not to be missed.
 
8 September | Cudal Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre, NSW
 
Thank you to our Meeting Sponsor, Schréder.
Geoff Paton, Stuart Grallelis & Jacob T.
🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gCVNSen9
 

Nominations for Categories 1-8 of the 2027 IPWEA NSW & ACT Engineering Excellence Awards close COB today. This is your f...
31/08/2026

Nominations for Categories 1-8 of the 2027 IPWEA NSW & ACT Engineering Excellence Awards close COB today. This is your final opportunity to recognise the projects, teams and individuals delivering outstanding outcomes for communities across NSW and the ACT.
 
From public works and asset management to sustainability, road safety, diversity and inclusion, and project and portfolio management, the awards celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership across our industry.
 
Don’t miss the chance to showcase your achievements and gain recognition among your peers.
📅 Nominations close COB today, 31 August.
🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g9DB8cD8
🔗 Submit your nomination: https://lnkd.in/gey4pt5F
 

We’re seeking speakers for upcoming IPWEA NSW Regional Chapter meetings and would love to hear from local government pro...
28/08/2026

We’re seeking speakers for upcoming IPWEA NSW Regional Chapter meetings and would love to hear from local government professionals with a story to share.
We currently have presentation opportunities available at the following meetings:
📍 South West Regional Chapter Meeting | Griffith | 16 September
📍 Illawarra Regional Chapter Meeting | Wollongong | 17 September
📍 North Coast Regional Chapter Meeting | Ballina | 22 September
📍 Metro North Regional Chapter Meeting | 25 September
📍 Metro West Regional Chapter Meeting | Parramatta | 15 October
📍 Northern Inland Regional Chapter Meeting | Tamworth | 20 October
📍 Metro South Regional Chapter Meeting | 22 October
📍 Hunter Regional Chapter Meeting | Central Coast | 30 October

If you or someone from your council would be interested in presenting on a past, current or future project, council initiative, innovation, challenge or sector update, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a great opportunity to share knowledge, showcase achievements and contribute to conversations that benefit the public works and local government sector. To express your interest, please contact Trish at [email protected].

Understanding finance is essential for making informed infrastructure, asset management and project delivery decisions. ...
26/08/2026

Understanding finance is essential for making informed infrastructure, asset management and project delivery decisions. Join IPWEA NSW & ACT’s Finance for Public Works Professionals and Leaders workshop on 18 September and gain practical skills to confidently interpret financial statements, manage budgets, assess financial impacts, and communicate effectively with executives, councillors and stakeholders.

Designed specifically for public works professionals, this one-day course uses real local government examples to demystify finance and strengthen decision-making across planning, budgeting, delivery and reporting.

Facilitated by David Hurrell, Associate Director of Procurement at Infrastructure NSW, this workshop is ideal for engineers, asset managers, project managers and senior leaders seeking greater confidence in financial governance and sustainability.
18 September 2026 | Level 12, 447 Kent Street, Sydney
Member: $950 | Non-member: $1,100 (ex GST)

Register now: https://www.ipweansw.org/training/finance-for-public-works-professionals-and-leaders-18-09-2026

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