CONFERENCE THEME
Environmental Stewardship: Caring for Country and advancing sustainability in the Victorian water sector
The Victorian water industry demonstrates unwavering commitment to addressing the challenges of our changing climate through innovative strategies, sustainable practices, and collaborative efforts.
This 2024 conference will focus on the environment as we explore how to care for Country and embrace environmental stewardship.
Through insightful discussions and shared experiences, we aim to inspire a collective dedication to ensuring a resilient and sustainable water future for generations to come.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Tuesday 10 September
WWDN Event
4:30 pm to 6 pm, Flinders Room, The Langham Melbourne
6 pm to 7.30 pm: Delegates are invited for a relaxed catch up in the Aria Bar, Podium Level,
The Langham Melbourne. It’s a chance to catch up with peers, grab a drink and light bite.
Wednesday 11 September
Conference Day 1 Program
8:30 am to 5 pm: The Ballroom, The Langham Melbourne
Annual Conference Dinner
6.30 pm: The Ballroom, The Langham Melbourne
Thursday 12 September
Conference Day 2 Program
8:30 am to 1 pm: The Ballroom, The Langham Melbourne
SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Professor Tim Flannery
The Hon. Harriet Shing
Minister for Water
David Middleton
Chair, VicWater
Jo Lim
CEO, VicWater
Kate Symons
Chairperson and Commissioner, ESC
Full Speaker List to be confirmed.
VENUE
Our brilliant venue is The Langham, Melbourne. With sweeping vistas of the Yarra River and Melbourne skyline, you will find The Langham located amidst the city’s Arts and Leisure precinct, along the famous Southbank Boulevard.
Attendees will enjoy morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea each day, plus a ticket to attend the Annual Conference Dinner on Wednesday evening.
For those arriving on Tuesday evening, we invite you to join us for a welcome drink in the Aria Bar (Podium Level) from 6pm.
ACCOMMODATION
The Langham Hotel offers 388 rooms and suites, each with a magnificent view of the Yarra River or city skyline.
VicWater has reserved a small number of rooms at a special rate, for those seeking the convenience of accommodation at the Conference venue.
All rooms include a full buffet breakfast, and in-room high speed internet. Onsite parking is additional.
Payment is to be made directly to the hotel for your accommodation only. Please note rooms are subject to availability.
Book early to secure our special discount.
CONFERENCE FAQ
TICKET DETAILS
Don’t miss your chance to be part of our premier event. Tailored exclusively to senior management and board directors, the VicWater Annual Conference aims to challenge and provoke the issues that matter and shape the Victorian water industry.
Secure your place now!
Conference Ticket Includes:
- Welcome Drinks (Tuesday Evening)
- 2-Day Program (Wednesday & Thursday)
- Annual Conference Dinner (Wednesday Night)
- Access to the full Program Replay