BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Asset Management Council - ECPv6.15.16//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Asset Management Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Sydney BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20270403T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20270925T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Perth BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:AWST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Adelaide BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1030 TZOFFSETTO:+0930 TZNAME:ACST DTSTART:20240406T163000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0930 TZOFFSETTO:+1030 TZNAME:ACDT DTSTART:20241005T163000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1030 TZOFFSETTO:+0930 TZNAME:ACST DTSTART:20250405T163000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0930 TZOFFSETTO:+1030 TZNAME:ACDT DTSTART:20251004T163000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1030 TZOFFSETTO:+0930 TZNAME:ACST DTSTART:20260404T163000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0930 TZOFFSETTO:+1030 TZNAME:ACDT DTSTART:20261003T163000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250813T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250813T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052256 CREATED:20250703T051838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T052510Z UID:8883-1755106200-1755113400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Sydney - Digital Twins for Electricity Network Asset Management DESCRIPTION:In the evolving landscape of asset management\, digital twins have emerged as a transformative technology\, offering robust solutions to enhance the optimisation of risk\, cost and performance across Ausgrid’s network assets. This presentation delves into the concept of digital twins—virtual replicas of physical assets—and explores their emerging role in supporting decision-making across the asset management lifecycle. \nDigital twins enable large-scale asset monitoring and preventative maintenance opportunities\, allowing organisations to address asset condition proactively—before it degrades to failure. By leveraging advanced data analytics and machine learning\, digital twins provide actionable insights that drive informed decision-making\, thereby reducing operational risk and extending asset lifecycles. \nFurthermore\, the integration of digital twins into Ausgrid’s asset management system facilitates a comprehensive understanding of asset risk and performance under varying conditions. This holistic view supports the optimisation of asset utilisation\, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. \nThis presentation by Ausgrid’s Alex Watters (Manager Asset Insights) and Stephanie Forsmann (ND Program Development Manager) will highlight case studies and practical applications at Ausgrid\, demonstrating how our implementation of a digital twin is contributing to cost savings\, enhanced reliability\, and improved overall asset performance to meet stakeholder requirements. \nJoin us to explore the future of asset management through the lens of digital twins\, and discover how this technology is helping Ausgrid deliver tangible benefits in managing our $18 billion asset base. \nClick here to register \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alex Watters is Manager of Asset Insights at Ausgrid\, where he has worked for the past 17 years. A trained electrical engineer with experience in design\, system planning\, reliability modelling\, and new technology integration\, Alex’s current role is focused on asset information management and the development of digital assets for Ausgrid—including the digital twin\, artificial intelligence tools\, and Ausgrid’s drone inspection program. Under the $15 million Network Digitisation Program\, for which Ausgrid has secured regulatory funding for the 2024–2029 regulatory period\, Alex and his team are expanding and enhancing Ausgrid’s digital twin and associated systems to leverage the increasing volume and quality of information about the network and its operating environment.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stephanie Forsmann is a Program Development Manager at Ausgrid\, with over 20 years’ experience delivering large-scale programs across digital transformation\, asset management\, and sustainability. With a strong engineering background and deep knowledge of IT systems\, change management\, and commercial strategy\, Stephanie has led initiatives that improve asset performance\, enhance service delivery\, and drive innovation. She is a passionate advocate for integrating people\, processes\, and technology in asset-rich environments. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-digital-twins-for-electricity-network-asset-management/ LOCATION:Ausgrid Roden Cutler House\, 24-28 Campbell Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Data,Sydney Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250814T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250814T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052256 CREATED:20250630T022402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T032206Z UID:8854-1755162000-1755190800@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:New Zealand Asset Management Symposium - Delivering Value through Innovation DESCRIPTION:Date: 14 August 2025\nTime: 9am – 5pm\nLocation: Auckland University of Technology Conference Centre\nTheme: Delivering Value through Innovation\nCost: $250 Members | $395 Non-members (Australian Dollars)\n\nClick here to register\n  \nKeynote Speaker: Andy Hagan (New Zealand Infrastructure Commission) – From Plans to Performance – Putting the NIP’s ‘Start-with-Maintenance’ Agenda to Work \nPanel Session: Lifting NZ Productivity through innovative Infrastructure Management \nOther speakers: \n\nToby Horstead (AMCouncil) – AMCouncil updates\, activities and innovation\nKevin Stevens and Cijina Lazo-Ron (Transpower) – Advanced corrosion modelling for lifetime extension of overhead power transmission lines\nMyles Lind and Cam Gordon (Auckland Transport) – Innovating back to the future\nBevan Assink (KiwiRail) – City Rail Link – The Rail Assets journey from requirements through to entering service\nAndy Lyon (KiwiRail) – Embedding innovation and providing enduring value through major infrastructure programmes\nAndrew Gatland (Asset Dynamics) – Sweating the data assets\nMaurice Hoban (GHD) – Smart Seeds: Empowering Emerging Leaders Through Innovation\n\nClick here to register\nScroll down for topic summaries and speaker information: \n  \n\n  \nKeynote: From Plans to Performance – Putting the NIP’s ‘Start-with-Maintenance’ Agenda to Work \nNew Zealand spends more on infrastructure than most OECD nations yet ranks near the bottom for “bang-for-buck” – a gap driven by weak asset-management practice and chronic under-funding of renewals. \nThe Draft National Infrastructure Plan (NIP) flips the script with a “Start-with-Maintenance” mandate\, legislating 10-year AM-investment plans\, transparent performance reporting and independent assurance for central-government agencies. Andy Hagan will set out: \n\nWhy lifting AM maturity is the fastest path to productivity gains – and how New Zealand currently ranks fourth-to-last in the OECD.\nThe NIP’s three practical levers for closing the gap – planning\, funding stability and assurance.\nWhat all this means for asset owners\, AM practitioners and the 40 % of the infrastructure workforce already dedicated to operations and maintenance.\n\nDelegates will leave with a clear view of where the NIP lands\, what will change in their day-to-day practice\, and where their expertise is critical to success. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andy Hagan is General Manager\, Investment at the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission\, Te Waihanga. In this role he is responsible for the Commission’s work across the investment management lifecycle from infrastructure investment planning to delivery to asset management. Prior to working at the Commission\, Andy spent almost 20 years at the New Zealand Treasury in a range of roles spanning financial markets\, infrastructure and commercial issues\, including as a member of the Treasury’s Executive Leadership Team. He has also consulted to a range of clients\, primarily focussing on infrastructure funding and financing. Andy has a Master of Business from the University of Otago and was awarded the New Zealand Public Service Medal for outstanding public service in 2022.\n \n \n \n  \n\n  \nAdvanced corrosion modelling for lifetime extension of overhead power transmission lines \nTranspower’s Transmission lines span over 12\,000 kilometres across New Zealand. The lines traverse through varying terrain such as the benign Central Otago region right through to extreme salt spray and corrosion areas such as Tiwai and Oteranga Bay. The terrain makes corrosion highly localised with salt transport coming many kilometres inland due to wind funnelling. With an aging fleet\, the forecasted reconductoring spend over the next 15 years was increasing from $50M to $250M per year. \nHistorically the conductor health model forecasting replacements used age and an expected life using conductor type\, location and where it was known that the conductor was not fully greased (grease holidays). This would be manually adjusted for observed condition and eddy current “Cormon” testing that detects the zinc galvanising loss on the steel core strands. While these methods are relatively advanced by international standards\, they have remained inherently conservative. Transpower needed a model that could confidently and safely extend the forecasted replacement life. \nDrone condition assessment and the defect model has provided Transpower with the ability to manage the risk and flatten the reconductoring curve. It allows for a manageable ramp up in heavy wiring crew resources\, reduces revenue price shocks and buys time to align replacements with tactical upgrades to incorporate new power demand. \nThe defect model uses drone visual data being acquired alongside accelerated corrosion testing\, and destructive testing. Corrosion of the aluminium strands in Aluminium Clad Steel Reinforced (ACSR) creates a white corrosion product that fills the void spaces between strands and creates bulges. The model can assess if the conductor is safe to maintain in service and predict when it will become unsafe. The model uses Finite Element sub-modelling of bulges\, and a power line design global modelling program (PLS-CADD) for defined weather cases and risk profiles. The challenges include automated image processing\, storage and retrieval of drone data. Defects are classified as broken strands\, white powder\, bulging\, strands out of lay\, spacer damage\, copper corrosion etc\, with the white power bulges in ACSR cables being processed further by the defect model. The model includes modelling the increases in temperature at bulges due to loss of aluminium cross-sectional area\, and the decrease in yield stress and ultimate tensile stress. \nThe defect growth rate has been estimated to forecast replacement in the longer term. The model was calibrated using destructive testing of ex-service samples and accelerated corrosion/salt spray cabinet samples. Corrosion maps based on historical changes in condition assessment data\, and a NZ industry standard based on atmospheric corrosion of coupons\, are used to estimate the defect growth rates. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kevin Stevens has worked as a Performance Engineer/Asset Modeller at Transpower NZ Ltd since May 2020. Prior to that he was a Senior Consultant in the petrochemical and energy sectors at MPT Solutions/Quest Integrity Group\, 2010 to 2019. MPT was a spinoff company from the metallurgy and corrosion teams within Industrial Research Ltd (a New Zealand Crown Research Institute)\, where Kevin worked as a senior scientist from 1993 to 2010. Kevin undertook his academic training with a BSc(Hons) and PhD at Victoria University of Wellington\, from 1986 to 1993.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cijina Lazo-Ron is an experienced engineer that started her career in Network Planning of the Distribution grid in South Africa in 2009. Since then\, she has spent time undertaking overhead line designs\, before moving to New Zealand. Since 2017\, Cijina has been with Transpower’s Asset Planning team\, having led many of the Transmission lines portfolios. Cijina currently heads up the Asset Planning Transmission Lines team\, with a focus on strategic planning and portfolio improvements to improve asset health. Cijina career to date is marked by a passion for driving innovation into the energy sector.\n \n \n \n  \n\n\n  \nInnovating back to the future \n\n\nIn infrastructure landscape\, innovation is often heralded as the catalyst for transformation. Yet\, as we embrace new technologies\, methodologies\, and paradigms\, a paradox emerges: the more we change\, the more it stays the same. This discussion explores how innovation—while reshaping tools\, processes\, and expectations—often reinforces the enduring principles of aligning or adopting standards\, disciplined delivery and good governance. \nLooking at AT asset management we’ll examine how digital twins\, automated and rapid data collection predictive analytics have improved delivery. However\, these innovations consistently circle back to foundational principles \nIn particular\, we reflect on the growing expectation of artificial intelligence as a perceived panacea. While AI offers powerful tools for forecasting and optimisation\, there are few magic solutions. Advocates of AI as the ultimate saviour should heed the old statistical warning: “lies\, damned lies\, and statistics.”\, we could about to embark on data\, damned data and AI. Without context\, oversight\, and critical thinking\, even the most advanced models risk reinforcing bias or obscuring nuance. \nThis discussion challenges attendees to rethink innovation not as disruption\, but as evolution—a means of refining what already works or what could work better to answer old and new problem. It highlights how embracing change can deepen our commitment to enduring principles\, ensuring that while our methods evolve\, our mission remains constant. \n  \n\n  \nCity Rail Link – The Rail Assets journey from requirements through to entering service \nThe City Rail Link (CRL) represents a transformative leap in Auckland’s transport infrastructure\, with its rail assets forming the backbone of a modern\, high-capacity urban transit system. \nThis presentation traces the journey of the CRL’s rail assets —from the initial articulation of stakeholder and operational requirements\, through detailed design and construction installation and inspections\, to the rigorous assurance processes of dynamic train testing\, prior to the rail assets being accepted into KiwiRail’s network for operational service.\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bevan Assink is KiwiRail’s Programme Director leading KiwiRail’s engagement in New Zealand’s largest infrastructure initiative. With a strategic and operational remit. Bevan oversees KiwiRail’s interface with the CRL project\, including KiwiRail’s capital delivery programme to upgrade specific Auckland Metro stations as part of CRL readiness\, and leads the internal integration workstream to inform and prepare KiwiRail’s Infrastructure business units for the adoption of new CRL assets and operating models. His leadership ensures KiwiRail’s contributions to system integration\, operational readiness\, stakeholder engagement\, and regulatory safety case development are aligned with the successful incorporation of CRL into the Auckland Metro Rail Network.\n \n \n \n  \n\n  \nSweating the Data Assets \nAsset management maturity is sometimes seen as a proxy for asset management performance. The typical asset management maturity assessment seeks detailed evidence on how the organisation plans to achieve its asset management objectives and how those plans are being implemented by teams every day. A corresponding diagnostic on how well the asset management system is performing in terms of risk\, cost and performance outcomes is usually missing. \nThis presentation will discuss case studies that apply quantitative analysis of data that are often available but buried in asset management information systems\, to provide deeper\, more actionable insights\, including early warning indicators not visible in high-level reports. \n  \n\n  \nSmart Seeds: Empowering Emerging Leaders Through Innovation \nSmart Seeds is a design-led innovation program that empowers emerging leaders to find solutions to complex challenges. Participants build critical innovation skills and valuable networks while collaborating in multi-organisational teams. \nThis high energy presentation will show you a different approach to learning through a hands-on collaboration beyond traditional online courses focused on addressing challenges impacting your clients and community. \nEmerging Leaders from social agencies government\, consultants\, contractors are brought together to collaborate towards resolving complex issues facing our communities empowering them to innovate\, advocate and influence change.\nThe presentation will describe the journey and share some amazing stories from our Emerging Leaders. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maurice is passionate about people\, experience\, leadership\, and achieving outcomes for communities in energy\, water\, transport\, buildings and environment. Maurice is a Principal at GHD with oversight of NZ Pacific strategy\, markets and regions. Blending strategy with a sense of purpose\, Maurice’s career is shaped by a quest to reshape industries and make the world a better place\, one sustainable decision at a time. He has spent 30 years on 3 continents in water\, energy\, and transportation as a policy advisor\, project manager\, technical director\, sustainability advocate\, innovation practitioner\, and now change leader. Achievements include the startup of a global digital business; guiding the transformation of an energy firm with a carbon footprint bigger than the UK’s; and getting Smarts Seeds off the ground in New Zealand – an innovation and leadership programme for emerging leaders in the infrastructure sector.\n \n \n \n  \n\n  \nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/new-zealand-asset-management-symposium-delivering-value-through-innovation/ LOCATION:Auckland University of Technology Conference Centre\, 56 Wakefield Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:New Zealand Chapter Events,Symposium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052256 CREATED:20250731T030113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T001741Z UID:9101-1755711000-1755716400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Melbourne - Opportunity as Risk Framework - a V/Line Presentation DESCRIPTION:The concept of risk—including both opportunities and threats—sounds simple enough\, but many have attempted to tackle it with limited success. Is opportunity the opposite of risk\, or is it something else entirely? How can we quantify and manage opportunities in the same way we quantify and manage risks? \nAt V/Line\, Fiona Beckley\, Asset Information Specialist\, has been exploring these questions (and more) while developing an Opportunity Framework. This presentation shares that journey\, the quandaries this concept presents\, and the current state of the solution being developed. \nClick here to register \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Fiona Beckley has been working in Asset Mangement for over 20 years\, in rail\, water and manufacturing. Currently the Asset Information Specialist at V/Line\, Fiona supports the Information and Data component of the Asset Management system\, which includes the development of a controlled business mapping and diagramming (i.e. “Visualising V/Line) system\, developing and rolling out the Asset Information Strategy\, and designing an Opportunities On A Page solution. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-opportunity-as-risk-framework-a-v-line-presentation/ LOCATION:Grand Hotel (Gaylord Restaurant Conference Room)\, 33 Spencer Street\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008\, Australia CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Melbourne Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250917T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250917T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052256 CREATED:20250901T031608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T020640Z UID:9194-1758130200-1758137400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Sydney - Emerging Professionals Panel Event - Lessons from a Life in Asset Management DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening as we invite three panellists to share their unique career journeys in asset management. \nAt different points in their careers and with varying levels of experience\, our speakers will offer diverse perspectives on the evolving challenges and opportunities within the industry. They will discuss career highlights\, key lessons learned along the way\, and top tips for emerging professionals in asset management. \nThis event is a great opportunity for both emerging professionals and seasoned practitioners to gain valuable insights and network with others in the industry. While this is an Emerging Professionals event\, all practitioners are welcome to attend. \nOur panellists include: \n\nMaddison King\, Asset Project Coordinator\, Taronga Zoo\nSally Busch\, Asset Strategy and Performance Lead\, Ausgrid\nGavin Cavanagh\, Systems Engineering SME\n\n  \nClick here to register\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maddison King graduated from UTS in 2020 with a Bachelor of Construction Project Management and a Diploma of Innovation. During her studies\, she gained industry experience working with BHP on the Olympic Dam mine in South Australia before moving into a role as a Quality Engineer on the Snowy Hydro 2.0 tunnels project. Wanting to return to Sydney\, Maddison joined John Holland as a Site Engineer\, where she spent three years working on large-scale infrastructure projects including the Rozelle Interchange and the M7/M12 Integration Project. Recently\, she transitioned to the client side by joining the Assets team at Taronga Zoo\, where she manages projects under $2 million. This role provides a unique perspective compared with contractor-side delivery of multi-billion-dollar projects\, requiring Maddison to carefully balance asset replacement and maintenance while prioritising safety\, quality\, cost\, time\, and the welfare of both guests and animals.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sally Busch has extensive experience across the aviation\, defence\, and energy sectors\, bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to asset management. At Ausgrid\, she shapes asset strategies that balance cost\, risk and performance to guide decisions supporting a rapidly evolving electricity network. Her background includes technical leadership in asset strategy and performance\, climate resilience\, modelling\, reliability\, and strategic engineering support across the asset lifecycle.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gavin Cavanagh has held a number of Systems Engineering positions at TfNSW\, Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink over the past nine years\, along with Asset Resilience roles more recently. Prior to the transport sector\, Gavin worked in the defence and aerospace sector for 20 years in Australia\, including 16 years as a uniformed Air Force Officer and four years in the defence industry\, again in Systems Engineering and Life Cycle Management. His experience in Asset Resilience stems from his military background with the Defence-in-Depth approach and is an extension of his Systems Engineering knowledge and expertise. Gavin has a Master of Engineering (Systems Engineering) and is currently undertaking a PhD\, researching the application of Systems Engineering to transport projects in NSW.\n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-emerging-professionals-panel-event-lessons-from-a-life-in-asset-management/ LOCATION:WSP Sydney\, Level 27\, 680 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events,YAMP END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250924T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250924T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052256 CREATED:20250818T034106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T034756Z UID:9150-1758735000-1758740400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Melbourne - Achieving TOTEX Success: Integrating People\, Processes and Systems in Asset Management Planning (A Strategic Approach to Public Private Partnerships) DESCRIPTION:Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs) carry inherent financial risks\, particularly when fixed-price contracts fail to reflect total lifecycle costs. To manage this\, PFM adopted a Total Expenditure (TOTEX) Strategic Asset Management (SAM) approach that integrates people\, processes\, and systems to align CAPEX and OPEX decisions for long-term value. \nThe two key barriers—poor data quality and limited practitioner capability—were addressed through the development of two foundational enablers: the Asset Management System (AMS) and the Asset Management Community of Practice (AMCoP). The AMS standardised tools and processes\, while the AMCoP fostered collaboration\, upskilling\, and knowledge sharing. These enabled the creation of high-value resources such as a Lifecycle Cost and Maintenance database. \nIn practice\, these frameworks supported accurate data capture and scenario modelling within PPP contracts\, driving evidence-based decisions. The outcome was optimised lifecycle planning and risk management\, demonstrating how a structured\, data-driven approach can mitigate PPP risks and achieve TOTEX-aligned outcomes. \nClick here to register\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mincheol Lee is a seasoned asset management professional with extensive experience across strategic\, tactical\, and operational levels of asset-intensive environments. Known for his outcomes-focused approach\, Mincheol specialises in developing and executing comprehensive asset management strategies that align organisational objectives with effective risk management\, cost control\, and lifecycle performance optimisation. With hands-on experience in delivering ISO 55001-aligned systems and governance frameworks\, Mincheol brings deep capability in full lifecycle asset management\, including asset data modelling\, lifecycle cost analysis\, CMMS configuration\, and the integration of digital engineering solutions. He has successfully led the design and implementation of asset information management systems\, technical maintenance plans\, and configuration control frameworks to enable reliable\, data-driven decision-making. A strong collaborator\, Mincheol works across disciplines to uplift asset management maturity and build Communities of Practice that foster knowledge sharing\, capability development\, and operational excellence. His work continues to support optimised total cost of ownership outcomes across complex infrastructure portfolios. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-achieving-totex-success-integrating-people-processes-and-systems-in-asset-management-planning-a-strategic-approach-to-public-private-partnerships/ LOCATION:Grand Hotel (Gaylord Restaurant Conference Room)\, 33 Spencer Street\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008\, Australia CATEGORIES:Melbourne Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250924T174500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250924T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052256 CREATED:20250826T061417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T003754Z UID:9185-1758735900-1758744000@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Perth - Smart Assets\, Smarter Careers: AI Insights for Emerging Professionals DESCRIPTION:This event is designed to give young students and emerging professionals a clear understanding of our profession while exploring how Artificial Intelligence is shaping asset management. Open to all students across engineering and STEM disciplines – with special value for those nearing graduation – it’s an opportunity to connect\, learn\, and build your career pathway. \n\nThis event is now full. Please email accounts@amcouncil.com.au to go on the waiting list.\n\n\nAgenda Highlights \n\n Welcome and Introduction\n Adam Rotapel\, AMCouncil Perth Chapter Chair\n \n Lessons Learnt in Asset Management over a 35 year career - Mark Mackenzie\n Mark will present a number of aspects of engineering and particularly asset management that will help improve your professional standing. These tips and trips will be illustrated with examples from his experience.\n \n Industrial AI for Asset Management – Dr Yvonne Power\, Director\, IMPower Technologies\n This presentation will outline how organisations can create a more human-centred\, sustainable\, and resilient future for industrial asset management with Generative Artificial Intelligence at the core of maintenance and asset management. The presentation will also discuss how incorporating new skillsets\, such as prompt engineering into the daily operational workflows of reliability engineers and maintenance planners increases productivity and enables improved asset management and maintenance decision-making. Key learning outcomes: What is industry 5.0 and what does it mean for maintenance & asset management? How can advanced technologies including generative AI be used to improve maintenance & asset management. What skills do I need to stay ensure I remain relevant given the fast pace of development of AI?\n \n Speed Networking Session\n Facilitated by Roy Choudhury.\n \n AI in Logistics & Supply Chain – Dr S Zaung Nau\, Lecturer\, Curtin University\n Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it is actively transforming supply chains into smarter\, more resilient\, and sustainable networks. This presentation will explore cutting-edge AI applications in supply chain management\, from predictive demand forecasting and inventory optimization to smart asset maintenance\, logistics planning\, and supplier risk monitoring. We will also discuss the role of AI in enabling sustainable supply chains and how generative AI is reshaping decision-making and scenario planning. For emerging professionals\, understanding these technologies is not only essential for career readiness but also for driving innovation in a rapidly evolving global economy. By linking smart asset management with AI-enabled supply chain practices\, this session will highlight both the opportunities and challenges in harnessing AI for a smarter\, greener\, and more resilient future.\n \n AI & Machine Learning Strategy – Sarada Lee\, Co-Founder\, Perth Machine Learning Group\n Let’s welcome your newest office teammate—your agentic AI colleague who never drinks coffee but sometimes like hallucinates in the conversation. In this fun yet insightful evening session\, we’ll get a sneak-peek at what it’s like working side-by-side with an AI. We’ll share the highlights\, the head-scratchers\, and the surprising insights—plus\, not too-distant future of AI in asset management.\n \n Closing Remarks\n Karina MacHado\, AMCouncil Perth Chapter Vice Chair\n \nDon’t miss this chance to hear from experts\, network with peers\, and explore how smart technologies are opening smarter career pathways in asset management.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mark is a highly qualified and experienced engineer with over thirty five years’ experience in maintenance\, reliability and asset management. He is a Chartered Engineer\, a Certified Maintenance and Reliability Engineer and a Certified Fellow of Asset Management who is also a Fellow of Engineers Australia and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia. Mark has worked extensively in Australia and overseas in a variety of roles and industries. He has worked in multinational companies\, as well as specialist consulting companies where his technical and leadership advice is keenly sought and received. He is an experienced facilitator and a sought-after speaker who regularly presents technical papers and tutorials at national and international conferences. He also delivers university lectures to undergraduates and post graduates and provides training on behalf of the Asset Management Council of Australia.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n With over twenty years’ experience in pioneering advanced solutions within the energy and natural resources sector\, Yvonne is dedicated to integrating intelligent systems into industrial operations to improve safety\, compliance\, efficiency\, and operational practices. Her interest in these technologies began during her PhD\, where she applied intelligent agents to optimise and manage a minerals processing operation with minimal human intervention. Since then\, Yvonne has successfully delivered innovative solutions to major resource companies globally\, holding senior roles in mining and technology firms and working through IMPOWER TECHNOLOGIES®\, a company she founded in 2009. As of April 2025\, she also serves as a non-executive director on the Asset Management Council of Australia Board.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. S Zaung Nau is a Senior Lecturer in Project and Supply Chain Management at Curtin University\, where she leads teaching and research in sustainable supply chains\, project management\, and the integration of emerging technologies. With a background in IT and a PhD in public transport demand modelling\, she combines technical expertise with industry engagement to prepare students for the evolving world of work. Her work focuses on applied learning and authentic industry projects\, enabling students to gain hands-on experience in areas such as data analytics\, optimization\, and simulation. Dr. Nau is actively involved in research on supply chain resilience\, AI applications in logistics\, and traffic flow efficiency\, with a strong interest in industry collaboration and community engagement. Dr. Nau is passionate about equipping the next generation of professionals with the skills to thrive in a rapidly changing environment where sustainability\, digital transformation\, and AI are shaping the future of supply chain management.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sarada Lee is a leading AI/ML specialist with over eight years of experience in deep learning\, natural language processing\, and computer vision\, driving strategic innovation. As Co-Founder of the 3.4K member Perth Machine Learning Group\, she mentors global talent and advances ethical AI through governance training. Her experience ranges from multinationals\, utilities\, public health\, biotech and finance and accounting\, including deployment of AI in critical infrastructure. With a Master’s in Professional Accounting and board experience at The King’s College\, Sarada bridges AI and business strategy. A WiTWA Tech [+] Award winner\, she speaks to accounting bodies\, academia\, and tech communities\, inspiring AI-driven transformation. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/perth-smart-assets-smarter-careers-ai-insights-for-emerging-professionals/ LOCATION:Perth CATEGORIES:Perth Chapter Events,YAMP END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251009T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251009T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052256 CREATED:20250904T020550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T033357Z UID:9218-1760025600-1760032800@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Christchurch - Inland and Coastal Water Assets - Supporting Economic Development - Te Waipounamu DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful discussion on water assets in Te Waipounamu. We’ll hear from speakers sharing practical insights into the role of water assets in supporting local and regional growth: \n\nRangitata Diversion Race – Applying Asset Management Strategy – Kees Bentjes (Engineering Manager) and Tony McCormack (Chief Executive)\nMarine Asset Management at Lyttleton Port Company – William Campbell (Engineer – Ports and Coastal Marine\, WSP) and Tristan Williams (Head of Maintenance and Security\,\n\nA special thank you to Beca for generously hosting this event at their Christchurch office. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect\, learn\, and discuss how asset management supports sustainable economic development across inland and coastal environments. \nThe event will be held at the Beca Offices in Christchurch and will also be streamed live for participants who wish to join remotely. \nClick here to register \nMarine Asset Management at Lyttlelton Port Company \nAsset management of aging marine structures is vital to maintain operations within a port. Lyttelton Port Company (LPC)\, like many ports\, has a diverse range of assets\, with some structures dating back to the 1800’s and the newest structures being completed in 2020. Over time there has been changes in shipping and operations\, with many structures currently being used for vessels and traffic that was never intended. However\, with time pressures\, ever changing trade demands\, sustainability and large capital costs; extending the life of existing assets\, rather than replacement\, is often the pragmatic and preferred option. This presentation discusses the overall annual asset management program at LPC that has been developed and implemented over the last 20+ years through close collaboration between WSP (previously Opus) and LPC and how it has improved the operational efficiency at the port \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n William is a civil engineer with 6 years of full-time experience and two four-month internships in the prior two years in ports and marine engineering\, mainly focused on structural condition assessment of port infrastructure and implementation of repair strategies. He has led the Lyttelton Port annual inspection programme for WSP for the last 3 years\, working closely alongside Tristan and his team\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tristan has worked at Lyttelton Port for 30 years and is currently the Head of Maintenance and Security. He’s been involved in the full spectrum from hands-on building and maintaining to leading teams to being in charge of the port assets and therefore has an in-depth understanding of what it takes to keep the Port operational.\n \n \n \nRangitata Diversion Race – Applying Asset Management Strategy\n\nBuilt in 1944 as public infrastructure\, then privatised in 1990\, the RDR has a chequered history of great engineering\, pro-active\, reactive\, precise and not-so-precise maintenance and renewal. Picking up 80 years of incomplete information and an uncertain future to form asset management tactics and consider funding has interesting challenges. We highlight some of these within the overview of this unique infrastructure.\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tony McCormick is the Chief Executive of RDR Management Ltd (RDRML)\, overseeing the operation and strategic direction of the Rangitata Diversion Race (RDR)\, New Zealand’s largest water supply scheme. With extensive experience in water management and infrastructure\, he leads the organisation in sustainably delivering reliable water for irrigation\, hydroelectric generation\, and stockwater supply. Tony is focused on securing long-term consents and maintaining RDRML’s role as a cornerstone of regional prosperity.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kees Beentjes is the Engineering Manager for the RDR with a focus on the long-term reliability of the assets. With a background in both industry and asset management consulting Kees has the understanding and experience to move the care of assets from reactive to reliability for the prosperity of our region for current and future generations. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/christchurch-inland-and-coastal-water-assets-supporting-economic-development-te-waipounamu/ LOCATION:Beca Office CHCH\, ANZ Centre Level 2/267 High Street\, Christchurch Central City\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:New Zealand Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251015T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251015T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20250909T012218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T012307Z UID:9225-1760547600-1760554800@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Brisbane - Asset Management Planning: Good Practices and Tools Workshop DESCRIPTION:This session is designed to be a collaborative and practical exploration of how planning enables effective asset management across the full asset life cycle. Our intent is to: \n\nExplore planning artefacts across the asset life cycle—from identification and acquisition to operation\, maintenance\, and disposal.\nIdentify good practices and the “how to” for each planning aspect discussed\, using the GFMAM Landscape and ISO 55001 as reference points.\nDiscuss tools and techniques that support the various planning aspects.\nGenerate a shared artefact that captures insights\, examples\, and recommendations from the workshop.\n\nWe’ll be working in breakout tables\, each focused on a different planning aspect or life cycle phase. You’ll rotate through these tables\, contributing ideas and critiquing prior insights. \nEach table will capture inputs into a consolidated list\, which we’ll review together at the end of the session. \n\nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/brisbane-asset-management-planning-good-practices-and-tools-workshop/ LOCATION:Engineers Australia Auditorium\, Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane City\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Brisbane Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251015T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251015T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20250911T021548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T225718Z UID:9263-1760547600-1760554800@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Townsville - Asset Management Planning: Good Practices and Tools Workshop DESCRIPTION:This session is a collaborative\, practical workshop on how planning enables effective asset management across the full asset life cycle. \nAs a Townsville Hub participant\, you’ll meet in person with other local members and connect live via Microsoft Teams to the Brisbane Chapter workshop. Together you will: \n\nExplore planning artefacts across the asset life cycle—from identification and acquisition to operation\, maintenance\, and disposal.\nIdentify good practices and the “how to” for each planning aspect\, using the GFMAM Landscape and ISO 55001 as reference points.\nDiscuss tools and techniques that support the various planning aspects.\nContribute to a shared artefact that captures insights\, examples\, and recommendations from the workshop.\n\nYour Townsville group will form its own table(s)\, working through the same activities as the Brisbane room—rotating through topics\, sharing ideas\, and feeding your perspectives directly into the real-time discussions and final outcomes. \nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/townsville-asset-management-planning-good-practices-and-tools-workshop/ LOCATION:Rockfield Technologies Townsville Office\, Level 2\, 42 Sturt Street\, Townsville\, QLD\, 4810\, Australia CATEGORIES:Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251015T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251015T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20250923T023504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T023504Z UID:9309-1760547600-1760554800@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Mackay - Asset Management Planning: Good Practices and Tools Workshop DESCRIPTION:This session is a collaborative\, practical workshop on how planning enables effective asset management across the full asset life cycle. \nAs a Mackay Hub participant\, you’ll meet in person with other local members and connect live via Microsoft Teams to the Brisbane Chapter workshop. Together you will: \n\nExplore planning artefacts across the asset life cycle—from identification and acquisition to operation\, maintenance\, and disposal.\nIdentify good practices and the “how to” for each planning aspect\, using the GFMAM Landscape and ISO 55001 as reference points.\nDiscuss tools and techniques that support the various planning aspects.\nContribute to a shared artefact that captures insights\, examples\, and recommendations from the workshop.\n\nYour Mackay group will form its own table(s)\, working through the same activities as the Brisbane room—rotating through topics\, sharing ideas\, and feeding your perspectives directly into the real-time discussions and final outcomes. \nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/mackay-asset-management-planning-good-practices-and-tools-workshop/ LOCATION:Mackay Regional Council\, 73 Gordon Street\,\, Mackay\, QLD\, 4740\, Australia CATEGORIES:Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20250909T042652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T042834Z UID:9234-1760549400-1760556600@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Sydney - Protecting Property: Strata Asset Management Risks and Opportunities DESCRIPTION:Property is one of the most valuable and complex asset classes\, yet residential strata continues to face major risks from defects\, poor information handover and weak governance. This event will explore how fragmented practices have left property owners and managers exposed\, with issues such as missing design records\, incomplete asset registers\, warranty disputes\, and inadequate lifecycle planning driving up costs and eroding confidence in the market. By referencing the Building Manual Guideline\, the discussion will show how better systems\, accountability\, and transparency can protect property value while reducing financial and safety risks. \nThe program will highlight the case for change\, shifting strata property asset management from reactive maintenance to proactive\, data-driven practices. This includes upskilling strata managers and owners’ corporations\, embedding robust governance structures\, and adopting tools such as digital records\, lifecycle costing\, and transparent levy planning. Key themes include liability management\, procurement responses\, ownership and co-funding models\, and the legal ramifications of poor documentation. Central to the discussion is how build quality achieved at the design\, approval\, and construction stages can be effectively translated into long-term occupancy asset management\, ensuring properties remain safe\, durable\, and financially sustainable throughout their lifecycle. \nBuilding on industry milestones such as the Shergold Weir Building Confidence Report (2018)\, the NSW Government’s response (2019)\, the Strata Community Association’s Building Manual Guideline (2020)\, and Engineers Australia’s 2023 report on managing building defects\, the event will emphasise that while property owners face genuine risks — from systemic defects and water ingress to unexpected financial shocks — there are also significant opportunities. Smarter property and strata asset management not only protects buyers and owners from risk but also enables innovation in sustainability\, transparency\, and long-term value creation. By addressing “buyer beware” challenges head-on\, the sector can move towards stronger\, safer\, and more resilient communities that align with both local and global best practices. \nClick here to register\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n James Sherrard is the NSW Building Commissioner. He has worked in the construction industry for the past 30 years most recently spending three years with Transport for NSW. Prior to this\, James worked in the private sector as a consultant and project manager in the civic\, residential and commercial sectors. He has worked extensively overseas and is a qualified and experienced builder.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stuart Smith is Managing Director of WebFM\, an innovative company that specialises in facilities management and provides web-based solutions and consulting services. Stuart has been instrumental in developing new standards in project completion and asset management. He was the principal author of the new Australian Building Manual Guideline in conjunction with the Strata Communities Association and Engineers Australia. The Guideline sets out the acceptable standard for the content of a Building Manual at project handover and responds to the Building Reforms in the Shergold Weir Building Confidence Report.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Brendyn Williams is the Managing Director and Principal Consultant for private engineering management consulting firm Pentagon Management. Brendyn is an experienced leader and manager within the private\, government and not-for-profit sectors\, with qualifications in civil engineering\, civil construction\, business management and project management. With 30 years’ experience in the building and construction industry\, primarily associated with end-to-end infrastructure asset management\, Brendyn provides a range of hands-on professional services to help organisations meet requirements\, manage risks\, and build capability to optimise outcomes.\n \n \n \n  URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-protecting-property-strata-asset-management-risks-and-opportunities/ LOCATION:Aurecon\, Level 11\, 73 Miller Street\, North Sydney\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251023T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251023T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20250922T020928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T002856Z UID:9295-1761217200-1761222600@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Sydney - Maximising Mining Value: The Strategic Benefits of Asset Management Excellence (IMARC Side Event) DESCRIPTION:Asset management is a strategic enabler of productivity\, resilience\, and long-term value. This panel discusses how adopting a whole-of-life\, systems-based approach based on ISO55001 principles drives operational excellence\, delivers measurable gains in cost efficiency\, risk manage\, sustainable growth and positions mining enterprises for enduring competitiveness in a rapidly evolving technology driven global market. \nFacilitated by: Toby Horstead\, Chairperson of the Board\, Asset Management Council \nPanellists: \n\nDr Yvonne Power\, Director\, Asset Management Council Board\nMonika Lemajic\, Asset Operations Manager – Marine\, Port Authority of NSW\n\n  \nThis will be delivered as a Side Event at IMARC. \nHow to Register\nTo attend this free side event\, you must also register with IMARC for entry. Choose one of the following options and apply the relevant code during registration: \nOption 1 – Free Expo Pass\nGain access to the exhibition halls (including our side event venue) at no cost.Use this exclusive code during IMARC registration: 67P7T2 \nOption 2 – Full Delegate Pass (Conference)\nIf you’d like to attend the full IMARC conference\, receive 15% off the standard delegate pass.Use this exclusive code during IMARC registration: N4W46B \n👉 IMARC Registration Link: https://imarcglobal.com/register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-maximising-mining-value-the-strategic-benefits-of-asset-management-excellence-imarc-side-event/ LOCATION:ICC Sydney\, 14 Darling Drive\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251029T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251029T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20251015T025902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T235529Z UID:9745-1761759000-1761764400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Melbourne - Investment-Grade Data: A Strategic approach to managing your most critical asset DESCRIPTION:In today’s asset-intensive industries\, data isn’t just a byproduct of operations – it is a strategic asset in itself. How do we determine what data is important and how do we manage to support the decisions we are making? \nJoin Michael Mowat as he presents an approach for treating data as an asset to drive defensible investment planning. This moves beyond simple data clean-up\, establishing a direct link between the quality and confidence of your data and your ability to model future performance\, cost\, and risk. \nDrawing from his experience leading data strategy across multi-billion-dollar infrastructure portfolios\, Michael will discuss a practical approach to: \n\nEstablish data requirements : Document what data may be required to support the decision you are trying to make\nBuild data governance: Define the quality rules\, standards\, and custodianship necessary to protect and enhance your data’s value.\nBuild your scenarios: Use high-confidence data to clearly forecast costs and performance.\nJustify major investment with confidence: Build transparent\, evidence-based business cases that stakeholders can trust.\n\nThis session is for leaders who want to transform their organisation’s data from a poorly understood and managed resource into an active\, high-value asset that underpins strategic decisions. \n\n\nClick here to register\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Michael is a senior leader with 20+ years’ experience managing major asset portfolios and large teams in rail and Defence. He specialises in Strategic Asset Management\, Maintenance Management\, Asset Integration\, and Digital Transformation\, leveraging data-driven decision-making to enhance capability\, performance and compliance in ISO 55001 Asset Management system environments. His expertise spans strategic planning\, asset reliability\, integration\, supply chain\, maintenance and data management. He led condition monitoring\, investment planning\, and business case development and delivery governance for a $230M+ maintenance & renewals program including planning & scheduling and program governance\, ensuring high asset availability and strategic alignment. A subject matter expert in asset management\, risk\, and compliance\, he excels at optimising resources and driving capability improvements. Before joining Infrastructure Advisory Group\, Michael was Director of Asset Management & Performance at V/Line\, overseeing 3\,520 km of track. He is highly skilled in asset lifecycle optimisation\, investment planning\, the Asset Management Accountability Framework and ISO 55001 standards\, with a proven ability to lead teams and drive continuous improvement. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-the-strategic-data-integrity-program-sdip-from-low-confidence-data-to-informed-investment-decisions/ LOCATION:IAG Offices\, Level 23\, 130 Lonsdale St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Melbourne Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251105T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251105T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20251021T003929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T004034Z UID:9760-1762362000-1762369200@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Brisbane - Qld Chapter 2026 Planning Workshop DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for input and collaboration in planning for the AMC Qld Chapter’s events for the 2026 calendar year. Our intent is to: \n\nIdentify the topics and trends that matter most – to ensure a focus throughout the year on relevant areas of interest in asset management.\nReview event formats to enhance engagement and value – explore ways to enhance interaction\, effectiveness and reward for attendance\nStrengthen professional connections– build a collaborative community\, one where insights shape our chapter’s direction and help to create a program for 2026 that’s impactful\, relevant\, and engaging for all\n\n\nLet’s work together to set the course for an exciting year! \n\n\n\n\nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/brisbane-qld-chapter-2026-planning-workshop/ LOCATION:Stantec Australia Pty Ltd\, Level 3\, 52 Merivale Street\, South Brisbane\, QLD\, 4101\, Australia CATEGORIES:Brisbane Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251110T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251110T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20250820T035412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T041106Z UID:9159-1762795800-1762804800@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Sydney - Building Resilient Assets in an Era of Climate Extremes DESCRIPTION:The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events in New South Wales pose significant challenges to the resilience of government-owned assets and the communities they serve. Many public infrastructure systems — including roads\, bridges\, schools\, and utilities — were not designed to withstand current climate risks\, resulting in repeated damage\, costly rebuilds\, and long-term service disruptions. A key challenge lies in transitioning from reactive recovery efforts to proactive\, risk-informed asset planning and investment. Limited funding\, fragmented governance\, and inconsistent data on asset vulnerability further complicate coordinated resilience-building efforts. However\, there are growing opportunities to address these gaps. \nThe NSW Reconstruction Authority’s leadership in developing the State Disaster Mitigation Plan\, alongside AECOM’s technical expertise in resilience modelling and Moody’s Analytics’ insights into the rising economic costs of disasters\, are paving the way for smarter\, data-driven decision-making. Through collaborative planning\, stronger intergovernmental coordination\, and targeted investment in resilience upgrades\, NSW has a unique opportunity to embed long-term sustainability and community protection into its asset management systems. \nNSW continues to grapple with escalating climate-driven disasters — from the severe flooding in Northern NSW earlier this year to the bushfires in past seasons — that have spotlighted vulnerabilities in government-managed infrastructure. The state’s response demonstrates that the government’s approach must go beyond reactive recovery and focus on proactive resilience in asset management and planning. \nThis NSW-based resilience panel consists of representatives from: \n\nThe NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA)\, backed by more than $300 million in funding\, leading the recovery and mitigation effort through Australia’s first State Disaster Mitigation Plan (SDMP)\, released in February 2024\, and via grant programs such as the Community Assets Program and Central West Recovery & Resilience package (valued at $100 million). Through these initiatives\, damaged infrastructure — such as schools\, bridges\, and community centres — is being rebuilt with enhanced flood resilience and hazard-adaptive design.\nAECOM\, whose expertise in climate adaptation\, risk modelling\, and infrastructure hardening underpins projects such as the Sydney Resilience Strategy and climate-risk assessments for regional NSW retail centres affected by floods and cyclones.\nMoody’s Analytics\, which provides robust analytical modelling approaches. Recent assessments suggest that bushfire-related losses may exceed $4.4 billion and that annual disaster costs across Australia could more than double to $39 billion by 2050.\n\nThe session will blend case studies\, policy panels\, and technical sessions geared towards strengthening government-led asset resilience and advancing community recovery across NSW. \nClick here to register \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Amanda Leck is the Deputy Secretary and Group Head of Adaptation\, Mitigation and Reconstruction with the NSW Reconstruction Authority. In this role\, she is responsible for senior executive leadership of the Group\, including the delivery of the State Disaster Mitigation Plan and Disaster Adaptation Plans in the Hawkesbury–Nepean Valley\, the Northern Rivers region of NSW\, and other areas across the state. Amanda has extensive experience working in complex community and government environments\, bringing together stakeholders from a diverse range of sectors to deliver outcomes that reduce risk and strengthen disaster resilience for communities.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suzanna Remmerswaal is Group Leader – Impact Assessment and Planning\, Sydney\, at AECOM. An engineer and planner by training\, Suzanna is passionate about creating spaces that better serve people as we adapt to a changing climate. She has more than fifteen years’ experience helping organisations to understand and manage risks and opportunities relating to climate change\, community resilience\, and a low-carbon future.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Michael Drayton is a Market and Product Specialist at Moody’s RMS. He joined RMS in the UK in 1996 as a model developer\, working on extreme weather models for North Atlantic hurricanes\, European windstorms\, and UK floods. In 2004\, Michael returned home to New Zealand. Following the 2010–11 earthquakes in Christchurch\, he became more involved with the local New Zealand market\, liaising between RMS’s developers and local insurers\, regulators\, engineers\, and government. Today\, he provides technical support on Australia and New Zealand physical risk models to Moody’s client-facing teams. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-building-resilient-assets-in-an-era-of-climate-extremes/ LOCATION:Engineers Australia Sydney Office\, Mezzanine Floor\, 44 Market Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Sustainability,Sydney Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251110T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251110T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20251106T012706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T012706Z UID:9837-1762795800-1762804800@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Canberra - Building Resilient Assets in an Era of Climate Extremes DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive live stream event hosted by the Canberra Chapter. Join local Asset Management Council members for an engaging evening as we gather together and dial into Sydney’s technical session\, “Building Resilient Assets in an Era of Climate Extremes.” \nClick here to register \nAbout the Session: \n\nThe increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events in New South Wales pose significant challenges to the resilience of government-owned assets and the communities they serve. Many public infrastructure systems — including roads\, bridges\, schools\, and utilities — were not designed to withstand current climate risks\, resulting in repeated damage\, costly rebuilds\, and long-term service disruptions. A key challenge lies in transitioning from reactive recovery efforts to proactive\, risk-informed asset planning and investment. Limited funding\, fragmented governance\, and inconsistent data on asset vulnerability further complicate coordinated resilience-building efforts. However\, there are growing opportunities to address these gaps. \nThe NSW Reconstruction Authority’s leadership in developing the State Disaster Mitigation Plan\, alongside AECOM’s technical expertise in resilience modelling and Moody’s Analytics’ insights into the rising economic costs of disasters\, are paving the way for smarter\, data-driven decision-making. Through collaborative planning\, stronger intergovernmental coordination\, and targeted investment in resilience upgrades\, NSW has a unique opportunity to embed long-term sustainability and community protection into its asset management systems. \nNSW continues to grapple with escalating climate-driven disasters — from the severe flooding in Northern NSW earlier this year to the bushfires in past seasons — that have spotlighted vulnerabilities in government-managed infrastructure. The state’s response demonstrates that the government’s approach must go beyond reactive recovery and focus on proactive resilience in asset management and planning. \nThis NSW-based resilience panel consists of representatives from: \n\nThe NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA)\, backed by more than $300 million in funding\, leading the recovery and mitigation effort through Australia’s first State Disaster Mitigation Plan (SDMP)\, released in February 2024\, and via grant programs such as the Community Assets Program and Central West Recovery & Resilience package (valued at $100 million). Through these initiatives\, damaged infrastructure — such as schools\, bridges\, and community centres — is being rebuilt with enhanced flood resilience and hazard-adaptive design.\nAECOM\, whose expertise in climate adaptation\, risk modelling\, and infrastructure hardening underpins projects such as the Sydney Resilience Strategy and climate-risk assessments for regional NSW retail centres affected by floods and cyclones.\nMoody’s Analytics\, which provides robust analytical modelling approaches. Recent assessments suggest that bushfire-related losses may exceed $4.4 billion and that annual disaster costs across Australia could more than double to $39 billion by 2050.\n\nThe session will blend case studies\, policy panels\, and technical sessions geared towards strengthening government-led asset resilience and advancing community recovery across NSW. \n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to gain insights\, network with peers\, and enjoy some light refreshments and nibbles in a relaxed setting. \nWe look forward to welcoming you at the Canberra Chapter Meet! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Amanda Leck is the Deputy Secretary and Group Head of Adaptation\, Mitigation and Reconstruction with the NSW Reconstruction Authority. In this role\, she is responsible for senior executive leadership of the Group\, including the delivery of the State Disaster Mitigation Plan and Disaster Adaptation Plans in the Hawkesbury–Nepean Valley\, the Northern Rivers region of NSW\, and other areas across the state. Amanda has extensive experience working in complex community and government environments\, bringing together stakeholders from a diverse range of sectors to deliver outcomes that reduce risk and strengthen disaster resilience for communities.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Suzanna Remmerswaal is Group Leader – Impact Assessment and Planning\, Sydney\, at AECOM. An engineer and planner by training\, Suzanna is passionate about creating spaces that better serve people as we adapt to a changing climate. She has more than fifteen years’ experience helping organisations to understand and manage risks and opportunities relating to climate change\, community resilience\, and a low-carbon future.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Michael Drayton is a Market and Product Specialist at Moody’s RMS. He joined RMS in the UK in 1996 as a model developer\, working on extreme weather models for North Atlantic hurricanes\, European windstorms\, and UK floods. In 2004\, Michael returned home to New Zealand. Following the 2010–11 earthquakes in Christchurch\, he became more involved with the local New Zealand market\, liaising between RMS’s developers and local insurers\, regulators\, engineers\, and government. Today\, he provides technical support on Australia and New Zealand physical risk models to Moody’s client-facing teams. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/canberra-building-resilient-assets-in-an-era-of-climate-extremes/ LOCATION:Scyne Advisory\, Level 1\, 28 Sydney Avenue\, Forrest\, ACT\, 2603 CATEGORIES:Canberra Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251128T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251128T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20251117T030139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T030518Z UID:9907-1764349200-1764356400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Melbourne - End of Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:Please come and celebrate the end of another successful year with the Melbourne Chapter Committee. \nDate: Friday 28 November 2025\nTime: 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: Level 10 / 550 Bourke Street\, Melbourne \n(Please arrive a little early to allow access to the function). \nClick here to register\nFood provided by the Asset Management Council.\nDrinks Sponsor: Dolanto Pty Ltd.\nVenue Sponsor: Reeves Group Services Pty Ltd. \nIf bringing a partner\, please either register them separately – they will be charged $30 if a non-AMCouncil member – or email their name and address to accounts@amcouncil.com.au for us to process. \nIf you would like to continue the celebration of the year\, we will be moving onto a bar nearby that will be advised on the evening. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-end-of-year-celebration-3/ LOCATION:Level 10 / 550 Bourke Street\, Melbourne CATEGORIES:Melbourne Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251203T174500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251203T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20251126T024616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T012422Z UID:9942-1764783900-1764790200@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Sydney - End of Year Review and Look Ahead DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to join the Asset Management Council Sydney Chapter for our End‑of‑Year Gathering on Wednesday\, 3 December 2025\, from 5.45pm (for a 6pm start) until 7.30pm. \nThis year’s event will feature a “Year in Review and Look Ahead” format – an opportunity to reflect on 2025 highlights\, celebrate achievements\, and look forward to what is coming in 2026. \nThere will be time afterwards for networking and informal conversations. \nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-end-of-year-review-and-look-ahead/ LOCATION:Ost Bar and Cafe\, Ost Bar and Cafe\, Ground Floor\, 73 Miller Street (cnr Miller and Blue Streets)\, North Sydney\, NSW\, Australia CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251211T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20251124T011712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T011712Z UID:9929-1765472400-1765479600@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Perth - Celebrating 2025 & Shaping 2026 DESCRIPTION:AMC Perth Chapter invites members and industry colleagues to our Christmas Sundowner 2025 — an evening of reflection\, networking\, and inspiration. This event celebrates the achievements of 2025 and presents exciting initiatives planned for 2026\, connecting professionals and shaping the future of Asset Management in Western Australia. \nEvent Agenda: \n\n5:00 – 5:30 PM | Arrival\, Networking & Refreshments\n5:30 – 5:45 PM | Welcome Remarks – Adam Rotapel\, Chair\n5:45 – 6:15 PM | Presentation: 2025 Highlights & Achievements – Adam Rotapel\n6:15 – 6:30 PM | Presentation: Pathways to 2026 – Building Engagement and Growth – Karina Machado\n6:30 – 6:45 PM | Open Discussion: Member Feedback and Future Initiatives\n6:45 – 7:00 PM | Closing Remarks & Networking\n\nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the presentations and speakers: \n2025 Highlights & Achievements \nThis session opens the evening with a reflection on the Asset Management Council Perth Chapter’s achievements and growth throughout 2025. Adam will highlight the Chapter’s key milestones\, including technical sessions\, member engagement\, and collaborations that strengthened the asset management community across Western Australia. This presentation will showcase how the Chapter has advanced professional excellence and created value through shared knowledge and industry partnerships. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Adam Rotapel\, Chair of the AMCouncil’s Perth Chapter\, helps asset-intensive organisations make smarter decisions about how they invest in and manage their physical assets. He works across the full investment lifecycle — from strategic planning and early-stage business cases to performance monitoring and portfolio optimisation. He is passionate about providing evidence-based advice to support decision-makers in driving greater value\, reducing risk\, and navigating complexity with confidence.\n \n \n \n  \nPathways to 2026 – Building Engagement and Growth \nIn this forward-looking presentation\, Karina will outline the Chapter’s vision for 2026\, focusing on empowerment\, sustainability\, and innovation in asset management. The session will explore upcoming initiatives designed to connect professionals\, foster inclusion\, and shape a more resilient and future-ready asset management ecosystem. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Karina Machado\, AMCouncil Perth Chapter’s Vice Chair\, will outline the Chapter’s vision for 2026\, focusing on empowerment\, sustainability\, and innovation in asset management. The session will explore upcoming initiatives designed to connect professionals\, foster inclusion\, and shape a more resilient and future-ready asset management ecosystem.[ URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/perth-celebrating-2025-shaping-2026/ LOCATION:The Shoe Bar\, Yagan Square\, 376-420 Wellington St\, Perth\, WA\, 6050\, Australia CATEGORIES:Perth Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251211T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20251203T235135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T235323Z UID:9953-1765472400-1765479600@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Adelaide - End of Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:Please come and celebrate the end of another year with the Adelaide Chapter Committee. \nDate: Thursday 11 December 2025\nTime: 5pm – 7pm\nLocation: Seven Stars Hotel\, 186/187 Angas St\, Adelaide \nFood and drinks at bar prices. \nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/adelaide-end-of-year-celebration/ LOCATION:Seven Stars Hotel\, 186/187 Angas Street\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Adelaide Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260303T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260303T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20260218T010754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T022051Z UID:10117-1772559000-1772564400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Melbourne - From Worthless Data to Intelligent Assets: Edge Federated Machine Learning in Real Work Asset Management DESCRIPTION:Asset-intensive organisations have invested heavily in enterprise asset management systems and condition monitoring infrastructure\, yet most operational data remains underutilised. This presentation challenges the conventional centralised analytics approach and introduces edge federated machine learning as a transformative architecture for physical asset management. \nDrawing on real-world implementations across Australian transport\, ports and heavy industry\, this session demonstrates how edge computing\, combined with federated learning\, addresses four critical barriers to intelligent maintenance: \n\nIsolated asset knowledge that prevents fleet-wide learning\nData silos across facilities that block insight sharing\nCloud analytics latency that misses split-second failure indicators\nPrivacy concerns that lock away valuable operational data\n\nTopics: Data governance\, quality and utilisation \nClick here to register \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Shane Scriven is the Founder and Managing Director of SAS Asset Management\, an Australian consultancy specialising in advanced analytics and AI for asset-intensive industries. He holds the Certified Senior Practitioner in Asset Management (CSAM) and Certified Asset Management Assessor (CAMA) credentials\, alongside multiple certifications in lubrication and vibration analysis. With over a decade of experience spanning transport\, defence\, mining\, healthcare and manufacturing\, Shane has built a reputation for bridging traditional asset management with emerging technologies. His current work centres on edge computing\, federated machine learning and real-time diagnostic systems for clients across rolling stock\, port operations and heavy industry — turning maintenance data into actionable\, predictive insights. A recipient of the Project of the Year Award for his work in structural health monitoring\, Shane is driven to deliver tailored solutions that merge best-practice frameworks\, such as ISO 55001 and GFMAM\, with the practical realities of each organisation. He is equally passionate about advocating for mental health\, resilience and adaptability in the workplace and broader community. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-from-worthless-data-to-intelligent-assets-edge-federated-machine-learning-in-real-work-asset-management/ LOCATION:Grand Hotel (Gaylord Restaurant Conference Room)\, 33 Spencer Street\, Docklands\, VIC\, 3008\, Australia CATEGORIES:Data,Melbourne Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260311T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260311T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20260216T013843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T010516Z UID:10092-1773248400-1773255600@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Brisbane - Navigating Asset Management: Concepts\, Careers and Connections DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening designed for early-career professionals\, those transitioning into asset management roles\, and practitioners simply looking to refresh their knowledge and reconnect with our asset management community. The session will refresh core asset management concepts\, explore recent updates to Asset Management Council models\, and discuss emerging trends and challenges shaping the profession\, through short presentations followed by an interactive panel discussion. \nThe event will also highlight diverse pathways into asset management\, with speakers sharing their career journeys\, key mindset shifts\, and the skills that remain valuable across operations\, delivery\, and asset management roles. Attendees will have opportunities to network with peers\, engage with the Brisbane Chapter committee\, and learn how to get involved with the AMC\, including the upcoming Annual General Meeting. \nClick here to register\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Matthew Bower is a Chartered Engineer with over 25 years’ asset management and program management experience working within different asset industry sectors.  Matthew has an asset owner background championing better practice Asset Management\, up lifting maturity through knowledge sharing and insight alignment to business objectives.   Matthew has recently been providing asset management leadership for the interfacing programs for the conversion\, integration and configuration of the Sydney Bankstown line to a GOA4 Metro service to minimise and manage risk\, costs\, safety and performance outcomes.  Matthew is now\, working within the Urban Utilities NG4D program to accelerate planning outcomes into successfully delivered programs.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rajesh Kumar is a seasoned strategic practitioner with a wealth of experience in driving organizational maturity\, enhancing governance\, and aligning intricate operational functions with overarching enterprise strategies. He excels in implementing and overseeing comprehensive asset management processes and systems\, ensuring that outcomes are consistently aligned with the strategic vision. A trusted advisor in large-scale operational transitions\, business readiness and program performance management\, Rajesh’s ability to influence executive stakeholders\, simplify complex challenges\, and implement robust frameworks has been instrumental in delivering reliable and consistent service levels. His contributions have significantly advanced the strategic objectives of the organizations he has collaborated with. His expertise is widely recognized for shaping and fostering high-performing ecosystems that encompass clients\, integration partners\, engineering teams\, and the broader supply chain.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Susan Chamberlain is a Chartered Civil Engineer with asset management\, project and design management\, and road network management experience. She is part of WSP’s Strategic Asset Management team\, assisting asset-owning organisations with strategic\, tactical\, and operational asset management improvements. Susan’s experience spans Australia\, New Zealand\, England\, and Malaysia. She is a Certified Practitioner in Asset Management\, a Certified Asset Management Assessor\, and a Fellow of Engineers Australia. She recently led one of the Asset Management Council’s project teams for the update of the Global Forum on Maintenance and Asset Management (GFMAM) Asset Management Landscape document.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lalyn Masangcay is an RPEQ – Civil\, Senior Asset Engineer with over 20 years’ experience in water and wastewater\, specialising in strategic and lifecycle asset management. Lalyn is a long-term volunteer with the AMCouncil Brisbane Chapter\, having served as a committee member since 2018. Currently with the City of Gold Coast in the Asset Lifecycle Planning and Performance group\, Lalyn oversees tactical and lifecycle asset planning for reservoirs\, bringing ISO 55000 principles to life through practical\, evidence and risk-based decision making. Her asset management journey was shaped during her time at Seqwater\, where she worked across condition assessments\, capital renewal programs\, and asset management planning for both recreation assets and network reservoirs. Lalyn also brings extensive experience in the detailed design of water and wastewater infrastructure\, gained across both the Philippines and Australia. Known within the AMCouncil community for her bubbly\, positive energy\, Lalyn genuinely loves insightful discussions\, continuous learning and sharing for collective growth and connecting with likeminded professionals. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/brisbane-navigating-asset-management-concepts-careers-and-connections/ LOCATION:Engineers Australia Auditorium\, Level 9\, 340 Adelaide Street\, Brisbane City\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Brisbane Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260311T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260311T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20260302T010812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T011350Z UID:10148-1773248400-1773255600@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Townsville – Navigating Asset Management: Concepts\, Careers and Connections DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive live stream event hosted by the Brisbane Chapter. Join local Asset Management Council members for an engaging evening as we gather together and dial into Brisbane’s technical session\, “Navigating Asset Management: Concepts\, Careers and Connections.” \nJoin us for an evening designed for early-career professionals\, those transitioning into asset management roles\, and practitioners simply looking to refresh their knowledge and reconnect with our asset management community. The session will refresh core asset management concepts\, explore recent updates to Asset Management Council models\, and discuss emerging trends and challenges shaping the profession\, through short presentations followed by an interactive panel discussion. \nThe event will also highlight diverse pathways into asset management\, with speakers sharing their career journeys\, key mindset shifts\, and the skills that remain valuable across operations\, delivery\, and asset management roles. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to gain insights and network with peers in a relaxed setting. \nWe look forward to welcoming you at the Townsville Chapter Meet! \n\nClick here to register\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Matthew Bower is a Chartered Engineer with over 25 years’ asset management and program management experience working within different asset industry sectors.  Matthew has an asset owner background championing better practice Asset Management\, up lifting maturity through knowledge sharing and insight alignment to business objectives.   Matthew has recently been providing asset management leadership for the interfacing programs for the conversion\, integration and configuration of the Sydney Bankstown line to a GOA4 Metro service to minimise and manage risk\, costs\, safety and performance outcomes.  Matthew is now\, working within the Urban Utilities NG4D program to accelerate planning outcomes into successfully delivered programs.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rajesh Kumar is a seasoned strategic practitioner with a wealth of experience in driving organizational maturity\, enhancing governance\, and aligning intricate operational functions with overarching enterprise strategies. He excels in implementing and overseeing comprehensive asset management processes and systems\, ensuring that outcomes are consistently aligned with the strategic vision. A trusted advisor in large-scale operational transitions\, business readiness and program performance management\, Rajesh’s ability to influence executive stakeholders\, simplify complex challenges\, and implement robust frameworks has been instrumental in delivering reliable and consistent service levels. His contributions have significantly advanced the strategic objectives of the organizations he has collaborated with. His expertise is widely recognized for shaping and fostering high-performing ecosystems that encompass clients\, integration partners\, engineering teams\, and the broader supply chain.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Susan Chamberlain is a Chartered Civil Engineer with asset management\, project and design management\, and road network management experience. She is part of WSP’s Strategic Asset Management team\, assisting asset-owning organisations with strategic\, tactical\, and operational asset management improvements. Susan’s experience spans Australia\, New Zealand\, England\, and Malaysia. She is a Certified Practitioner in Asset Management\, a Certified Asset Management Assessor\, and a Fellow of Engineers Australia. She recently led one of the Asset Management Council’s project teams for the update of the Global Forum on Maintenance and Asset Management (GFMAM) Asset Management Landscape document.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lalyn Masangcay is an RPEQ – Civil\, Senior Asset Engineer with over 20 years’ experience in water and wastewater\, specialising in strategic and lifecycle asset management. Lalyn is a long-term volunteer with the AMCouncil Brisbane Chapter\, having served as a committee member since 2018. Currently with the City of Gold Coast in the Asset Lifecycle Planning and Performance group\, Lalyn oversees tactical and lifecycle asset planning for reservoirs\, bringing ISO 55000 principles to life through practical\, evidence and risk-based decision making. Her asset management journey was shaped during her time at Seqwater\, where she worked across condition assessments\, capital renewal programs\, and asset management planning for both recreation assets and network reservoirs. Lalyn also brings extensive experience in the detailed design of water and wastewater infrastructure\, gained across both the Philippines and Australia. Known within the AMCouncil community for her bubbly\, positive energy\, Lalyn genuinely loves insightful discussions\, continuous learning and sharing for collective growth and connecting with likeminded professionals. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/townsville-navigating-asset-management-concepts-careers-and-connections/ LOCATION:Rockfield Technologies Townsville Office\, Level 2\, 42 Sturt Street\, Townsville\, QLD\, 4810\, Australia CATEGORIES:Brisbane Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20260223T024440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T231549Z UID:10125-1773331200-1773338400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Wellington NZ - Strengthening Asset Management Practice DESCRIPTION:This will be a hybrid event\, with options for those who can attend in person and those who would prefer to access the event online (dial in details provided after registration). This event will feature three presentations around the theme strengthening asset management practice: \n\nPlanRight – what are we focusing on right now (Rochelle Leach\, NZTA)\nA Systems Approach to Asset Risk\, Investment Timing\, and Service Performance in Metro Rail (Obinna Akaa\, KiwiRail)\nDeveloping an asset management competency framework and organisational training curriculums (Matt Spooner\, Transpower)\n\nClick here to register\n  \nLocation: Transpower Wellington Office – Waikoukou\, 22 Boulcott Street\, Wellington \nWhat to do when you arrive at Waikoukou \n\nGo to reception\nRegister to meet with Matthew Spooner from Transpower\nYou will then be welcomed by Matthew Spooner and AMC NZ Chapter Committee members\nNotes:\n\nThe annual AGM for the AMC NZ Chapter will be held immediately prior to the Technical Session from 3:30pm to 4pm\nThere will be a waiting area in Waikoukou for non-members who arrive prior to 4pm. Non-members will be welcomed in to join the Technical Session at 4pm\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/wellington-nz-strengthening-asset-management-practice/ LOCATION:Transpower Wellington Office\, 22 Boulcott Street\, Wellington\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:New Zealand Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260312T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20260224T055902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T055902Z UID:10131-1773334800-1773342000@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Canberra - ConnectSydney’s Asset Management Maturity Uplift in Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive live stream event hosted by the Canberra Chapter. Join local Asset Management Council members for an engaging evening as we gather together and dial into Sydney’s technical session\, “ConnectSydney’s Asset Management Maturity Uplift in Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract.” \nClick here to register\nAbout the Session: \nUnder the Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract (SRAPC)\, ConnectSydney assumed stewardship of a complex and highly visible road network within the Sydney Eastern Harbour Zone. Early delivery highlighted a range of asset management challenges common across the industry\, including reactive planning\, fragmented prioritisation\, limited assurance confidence\, and siloed decision-making across functions. \nThis presentation shares ConnectSydney’s asset management maturity journey\, focusing on the practical actions taken to address these challenges and uplift maturity in a live operational environment. It outlines how capability\, assurance\, prioritisation\, and cross-functional alignment were deliberately strengthened through targeted changes to roles\, governance\, decision frameworks\, and ways of working. \nRather than presenting theory\, the session demonstrates how asset-need-led planning\, balanced cost–risk–performance prioritisation\, and embedded assurance were translated into day-to-day business-as-usual practices. The presentation concludes by reflecting on the tangible outcomes achieved\, including improved decision quality\, clearer traceability\, and a measurable lift in client confidence and engagement—positioning ConnectSydney as a trusted asset steward for the Harbour Zone. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to gain insights\, network with peers\, and enjoy some light refreshments and nibbles in a relaxed setting. \nWe look forward to welcoming you at the Canberra Chapter Meet! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Max Dallarmi brings four decades of experience across the planning\, delivery and stewardship of complex road infrastructure\, spanning construction\, operations and asset management in highly regulated network environments. As Network Needs Manager at ConnectSydney for the past five years\, he has led asset management activities for the Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract in the Harbour Zone\, providing strategic and tactical direction across asset planning\, compliance\, sustainability and continuous improvement\, in alignment with TfNSW stewardship principles. He is responsible for developing and maintaining strategic and tactical asset management plans\, embedding ISO 55000-aligned practices\, and driving reliability-based maintenance and renewal strategies across a diverse portfolio of road\, bridge\, tunnel and pavement assets. With a strong background in civil engineering and program delivery\, Max works closely with leadership and operational teams to translate asset data and performance insights into practical\, risk-based decisions that improve network outcomes\, strengthen safety and sustainability performance\, and support long-term network resilience.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Syed Kazmi is a Strategic Asset Manager at ConnectSydney\, responsible for asset stewardship across the Harbour Zone under the Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract (SRAPC). He leads strategic asset planning\, lifecycle optimisation\, and cost–risk–performance decision-making across a complex\, multi-asset road network. He works closely with leadership and delivery teams to translate asset intelligence into informed\, risk-based network outcomes. With over two decades of experience across infrastructure\, operations and asset management\, Syed has worked across telecommunications\, tunnels and motorway networks in Australia and internationally. His career spans asset systems engineering\, lifecycle modelling\, capital works planning and enterprise asset strategy\, with extensive experience working within performance-based and concession environments. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/canberra-connectsydneys-asset-management-maturity-uplift-in-sydney-roads-asset-performance-contract/ LOCATION:Nellie Hamilton Centre\, 257 Crawford St\, Queanbeyan\, ACT\, 2620\, Australia CATEGORIES:Canberra Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260312T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20260216T021336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T021336Z UID:10095-1773336600-1773342000@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Sydney - ConnectSydney's Asset Management Maturity Uplift in Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract DESCRIPTION:Under the Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract (SRAPC)\, ConnectSydney assumed stewardship of a complex and highly visible road network within the Sydney Eastern Harbour Zone. Early delivery highlighted a range of asset management challenges common across the industry\, including reactive planning\, fragmented prioritisation\, limited assurance confidence\, and siloed decision-making across functions. \nThis presentation shares ConnectSydney’s asset management maturity journey\, focusing on the practical actions taken to address these challenges and uplift maturity in a live operational environment. It outlines how capability\, assurance\, prioritisation\, and cross-functional alignment were deliberately strengthened through targeted changes to roles\, governance\, decision frameworks\, and ways of working. \nRather than presenting theory\, the session demonstrates how asset-need-led planning\, balanced cost–risk–performance prioritisation\, and embedded assurance were translated into day-to-day business-as-usual practices. The presentation concludes by reflecting on the tangible outcomes achieved\, including improved decision quality\, clearer traceability\, and a measurable lift in client confidence and engagement—positioning ConnectSydney as a trusted asset steward for the Harbour Zone. \nClick here to register \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Max Dallarmi brings four decades of experience across the planning\, delivery and stewardship of complex road infrastructure\, spanning construction\, operations and asset management in highly regulated network environments. As Network Needs Manager at ConnectSydney for the past five years\, he has led asset management activities for the Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract in the Harbour Zone\, providing strategic and tactical direction across asset planning\, compliance\, sustainability and continuous improvement\, in alignment with TfNSW stewardship principles. He is responsible for developing and maintaining strategic and tactical asset management plans\, embedding ISO 55000-aligned practices\, and driving reliability-based maintenance and renewal strategies across a diverse portfolio of road\, bridge\, tunnel and pavement assets. With a strong background in civil engineering and program delivery\, Max works closely with leadership and operational teams to translate asset data and performance insights into practical\, risk-based decisions that improve network outcomes\, strengthen safety and sustainability performance\, and support long-term network resilience.\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Syed Kazmi is a Strategic Asset Manager at ConnectSydney\, responsible for asset stewardship across the Harbour Zone under the Sydney Roads Asset Performance Contract (SRAPC). He leads strategic asset planning\, lifecycle optimisation\, and cost–risk–performance decision-making across a complex\, multi-asset road network. He works closely with leadership and delivery teams to translate asset intelligence into informed\, risk-based network outcomes. With over two decades of experience across infrastructure\, operations and asset management\, Syed has worked across telecommunications\, tunnels and motorway networks in Australia and internationally. His career spans asset systems engineering\, lifecycle modelling\, capital works planning and enterprise asset strategy\, with extensive experience working within performance-based and concession environments. URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-connectsydneys-asset-management-maturity-uplift-in-sydney-roads-asset-performance-contract/ LOCATION:Level 43\, 680 George St\, Sydney (meet near lifts)\, Level 43\, 680 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260409T163000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260409T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T052257 CREATED:20260330T010320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T010320Z UID:10267-1775752200-1775759400@www.amcouncil.com.au SUMMARY:Gladstone Hub Launch DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to share that we are launching a new AMCouncil hub in Gladstone. \nThis local hub will provide an opportunity for asset management professionals in Gladstone and surrounding areas to come together regularly in person\, while also dialing in to Brisbane Chapter technical events for the technical component. It is a great way to build local connections\, learn from each other\, and strengthen the asset management community in the region. \nThe Gladstone Hub will be led by Tanya Dawson\, (Acting) Technical Services Systems & Planning Specialist at Gladstone Ports Corporation Limited. \nTo kick things off\, we would love for you to join us for an informal gathering: \nGladstone Hub Launch\nDate: Thursday 9 April\nTime: 4:30pm – 6:30pm\nVenue: Ward’s Brewery\, 131 Auckland St\, Gladstone Central \nThis will be a casual opportunity to meet Tanya\, connect with other local asset management professionals\, and enjoy some networking in person. Drinks and food will be available to purchase at brewery prices. \nWe hope you can join us for this exciting first gathering and help us launch the Gladstone Hub. \nClick here to register URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/gladstone-hub-launch/ LOCATION:Ward’s Brewery\, 131 Auckland St\, Gladstone Central\, QLD\, 4680\, Australia CATEGORIES:Chapter Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR