Sector Support

NSW Treaty Commission Conversation: Walgett
2026-05-05 11:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Various Locations
The NSW Treaty Commission is heading to Wyong, Newcastle and Umina, and Aboriginal communities across NSW are invited to be part of the conversation. Bring the mob, share your thoughts, and grab a feed.
A conversation led by Aboriginal people, for Aboriginal people
Aboriginal communities across NSW are being invited to take part in a statewide conversation about whether a Treaty or another kind of formal agreement is wanted, and what that could look like.
This is not the start of a Treaty. It is the start of a conversation — one that belongs to Aboriginal people across NSW.
What This Conversation Is About
The NSW Treaty Commission has been asked to listen to Aboriginal people across the State and report back on two key questions:

Do Aboriginal people want a Treaty or another kind of formal agreement in NSW?
If so, what should that agreement include?

There is no decision already made. The answers to these questions will come directly from Aboriginal communities.
What’s Happening Now
Over 12 months, the NSW Treaty Commission is travelling across NSW to listen to Aboriginal people — in cities, towns, regional centres and remote communities.
This process is independent of government and shaped by what communities choose to share.
Lightning Ridge
Monday 4 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Lightning Ridge Multipurpose Centre, 1 Agate St Lightning Ridge 2834
Walgett
Tuesday 5 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Walgett RSL Club, 71 Fox St Walgett NSW 2832
Coonamble
Thursday 7 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Coonamble REDI.E Youth Hub, 1-3 McMahon St Coonamble NSW 2289
Gilgandra
Friday 8 May 2026, 2pm to 4pm
The Gil Library Hub, 30-32 Miller St Gilgandra NSW 2827
What This Means for You and Your Family
Taking part is your chance to:

Say whether you want a Treaty or another form of agreement making, or not
Share what justice, fairness and the future mean for your community
Help decide the right path for your mob, region or nation

This is about shaping a future that reflects your experiences, your culture and your hopes.
If you cannot attend a session, you can upload your thoughts online:

Written story or statement
Voice recording
Artwork
Video message
Survey
Register your interest for a small targeted session
Host your own Treaty Conversation

Submissions from non-Aboriginal individuals or organisations are not currently a part of this consultation process. There will be opportunities in the future for non-Indigenous people and organisations to learn about the process and have a say. For now, the focus is on ensuring Aboriginal voices are heard clearly and without interference.
Full details on the NSW Treaty Commission website here

Past Events:
Newcastle
Yamuloong Centre | 71 Prospect Rd, Garden Suburb NSW 2289
Tuesday, 10th March 2026 11:30am – 1:30pm
Event details hereWyong
📍 Where: Wyong Golf Club | 319 Pacific Hwy, Wyong
📅 When: Wednesday, 11th March 2026
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Event details here
Umina
When: Thursday, 12th March 2026
Check for further details on social media
Toomelah
Toomelah Public School, off Old Bruxner Hwy, Boggabilla NSW 2409
Monday 13 April 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Narrabri
The Crossing Theatre (Exhibition Room), 117 Tibbereena St, Narrabri NSW 2390
Tuesday 14 April 2026, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Inverell
Annex Hall, Inverell Town Hall, Otho St & Evans St, Inverell NSW 2360
Wednesday 15 April 2026, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Moree
Auditorium, Moree Services Club, 3 Albert St, Moree NSW 2400
Thursday 16 April 2026, 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Mosman Annual Providers Forum & Tech Expo
2026-05-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Mosman Art Gallery, 1 Art Gallery Way, Mosman, New South Wales, 2088, Australia
Hear from Professor Rajiv Khosla of La Trobe University as he explores innovative technologies designed to support the wellbeing of people living with dementia. Ryan Ebert, physiotherapist, RMIT lecturer and Cambridge graduate, will share insights from his research on aging well and how providers can help reduce key drivers of decline.
After the presentations, enjoy networking with fellow providers and explore the latest aged‑care technologies at our mini tech expo.
For further information contact Community Care 02 9978 4128 community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au

Free to attend, bookings essential (here)

NSW Treaty Commission Conversation: Coonamble
2026-05-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Various Locations
The NSW Treaty Commission is travelling across NSW and Aboriginal communities are invited to be part of the conversation. Bring the mob, share your thoughts, and grab a feed.
A conversation led by Aboriginal people, for Aboriginal people
Aboriginal communities across NSW are being invited to take part in a statewide conversation about whether a Treaty or another kind of formal agreement is wanted, and what that could look like.
This is not the start of a Treaty. It is the start of a conversation — one that belongs to Aboriginal people across NSW.
What This Conversation Is About
The NSW Treaty Commission has been asked to listen to Aboriginal people across the State and report back on two key questions:

Do Aboriginal people want a Treaty or another kind of formal agreement in NSW?
If so, what should that agreement include?

There is no decision already made. The answers to these questions will come directly from Aboriginal communities.
What’s Happening Now
Over 12 months, the NSW Treaty Commission is travelling across NSW to listen to Aboriginal people — in cities, towns, regional centres and remote communities.
This process is independent of government and shaped by what communities choose to share.
Lightning Ridge
Monday 4 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Lightning Ridge Multipurpose Centre, 1 Agate St Lightning Ridge 2834
Walgett
Tuesday 5 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Walgett RSL Club, 71 Fox St Walgett NSW 2832
Coonamble
Thursday 7 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Coonamble REDI.E Youth Hub, 1-3 McMahon St Coonamble NSW 2289
Gilgandra
Friday 8 May 2026, 2pm to 4pm
The Gil Library Hub, 30-32 Miller St Gilgandra NSW 2827
What This Means for You and Your Family
Taking part is your chance to:

Say whether you want a Treaty or another form of agreement making, or not
Share what justice, fairness and the future mean for your community
Help decide the right path for your mob, region or nation

This is about shaping a future that reflects your experiences, your culture and your hopes.
If you cannot attend a session, you can upload your thoughts online:

Written story or statement
Voice recording
Artwork
Video message
Survey
Register your interest for a small targeted session
Host your own Treaty Conversation

Submissions from non-Aboriginal individuals or organisations are not currently a part of this consultation process. There will be opportunities in the future for non-Indigenous people and organisations to learn about the process and have a say. For now, the focus is on ensuring Aboriginal voices are heard clearly and without interference.
Full details on the NSW Treaty Commission website here

Past Events:
Newcastle
Yamuloong Centre | 71 Prospect Rd, Garden Suburb NSW 2289
Tuesday, 10th March 2026 11:30am – 1:30pm
Event details hereWyong
📍 Where: Wyong Golf Club | 319 Pacific Hwy, Wyong
📅 When: Wednesday, 11th March 2026
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Event details hereUmina
When: Thursday, 12th March 2026
Check for further details on social media
Toomelah
Toomelah Public School, off Old Bruxner Hwy, Boggabilla NSW 2409
Monday 13 April 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Narrabri
The Crossing Theatre (Exhibition Room), 117 Tibbereena St, Narrabri NSW 2390
Tuesday 14 April 2026, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Inverell
Annex Hall, Inverell Town Hall, Otho St & Evans St, Inverell NSW 2360
Wednesday 15 April 2026, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Moree
Auditorium, Moree Services Club, 3 Albert St, Moree NSW 2400
Thursday 16 April 2026, 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Aged Care Law: Whistleblower Disclosures
2026-05-07 12:00 - 12:45 | Online
This Aged Care Webinar Series is delivered by Russell Kennedy. Each session will explore specific aspects of the legislative framework, providing practical guidance for aged care providers managing your regulatory compliance obligations.
Who should attend: Board members, CEOs, executive managers, managers, governance professionals, compliance leads and quality coordinators across Residential Care, Support at Home and the Commonwealth Home Support Program and other senior people who need to be across the new obligations and reforms.
Session 1: Higher Everyday Living Fees and Services
A practical guide to implementing your higher everyday living services program.
Wednesday 18 March, 12:00pm to 12:45pm (AEST)
Session 2: Financial and Prudential Standards
A practical guide to implementing your financial and prudential management system.
Thursday 9 April, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM (AEST)
Session 3: Whistleblower Disclosures
Making sense of the new Whistleblower Disclosure requirements and interaction with your complaints system
Date: Thursday 7 May, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM (AEST)
Session 4: Registered Supporters
How to manage supported decision-making and the provision of information to registered supporters.
Date: Thursday 11 June, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM (AEST)
Free to attend.
Register here

NSW Treaty Commission Conversation: Gilgandra
2026-05-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Various Locations
The NSW Treaty Commission is travelling across NSW and Aboriginal communities are invited to be part of the conversation. Bring the mob, share your thoughts, and grab a feed.
A conversation led by Aboriginal people, for Aboriginal people
Aboriginal communities across NSW are being invited to take part in a statewide conversation about whether a Treaty or another kind of formal agreement is wanted, and what that could look like.
This is not the start of a Treaty. It is the start of a conversation — one that belongs to Aboriginal people across NSW.
What This Conversation Is About
The NSW Treaty Commission has been asked to listen to Aboriginal people across the State and report back on two key questions:

Do Aboriginal people want a Treaty or another kind of formal agreement in NSW?
If so, what should that agreement include?

There is no decision already made. The answers to these questions will come directly from Aboriginal communities.
What’s Happening Now
Over 12 months, the NSW Treaty Commission is travelling across NSW to listen to Aboriginal people — in cities, towns, regional centres and remote communities.
This process is independent of government and shaped by what communities choose to share.
Lightning Ridge
Monday 4 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Lightning Ridge Multipurpose Centre, 1 Agate St Lightning Ridge 2834
Walgett
Tuesday 5 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Walgett RSL Club, 71 Fox St Walgett NSW 2832
Coonamble
Thursday 7 May 2026, 11am to 1pm
Coonamble REDI.E Youth Hub, 1-3 McMahon St Coonamble NSW 2289
Gilgandra
Friday 8 May 2026, 2pm to 4pm
The Gil Library Hub, 30-32 Miller St Gilgandra NSW 2827
What This Means for You and Your Family
Taking part is your chance to:

Say whether you want a Treaty or another form of agreement making, or not
Share what justice, fairness and the future mean for your community
Help decide the right path for your mob, region or nation

This is about shaping a future that reflects your experiences, your culture and your hopes.
If you cannot attend a session, you can upload your thoughts online:

Written story or statement
Voice recording
Artwork
Video message
Survey
Register your interest for a small targeted session
Host your own Treaty Conversation

Submissions from non-Aboriginal individuals or organisations are not currently a part of this consultation process. There will be opportunities in the future for non-Indigenous people and organisations to learn about the process and have a say. For now, the focus is on ensuring Aboriginal voices are heard clearly and without interference.
Full details on the NSW Treaty Commission website here

Past Events:
Newcastle
Yamuloong Centre | 71 Prospect Rd, Garden Suburb NSW 2289
Tuesday, 10th March 2026, 11:30am – 1:30pm
Event details here

Wyong
Where: Wyong Golf Club | 319 Pacific Hwy, Wyong
When: Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Event details here

Umina
When: Thursday, 12th March 2026
Check for further details on social media
Toomelah
Toomelah Public School, off Old Bruxner Hwy, Boggabilla NSW 2409
Monday 13 April 2026, 1:00pm to 3:00pmNarrabri
The Crossing Theatre (Exhibition Room), 117 Tibbereena St, Narrabri NSW 2390
Tuesday 14 April 2026, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Inverell
Annex Hall, Inverell Town Hall, Otho St & Evans St, Inverell NSW 2360
Wednesday 15 April 2026, 11:00am to 1:00pm
Moree
Auditorium, Moree Services Club, 3 Albert St, Moree NSW 2400
Thursday 16 April 2026, 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Complaints handling and LGBTI older people’s rights under the new Aged Care Act
2026-05-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Event delivered by LGBTIQ+ Health Australia. The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission presents on the Commission’s role, the grounds the older people or the representatives can bring complaints, how it approaches complaints, and information it can share on the issues and complaints relating to LGBTI people’s experience.
This discussion will include reflections on what the Commission sees as priority issues in realising the rights of LGBTI older people, what the collected data reveals about the experiences of LGBTI older people, and future planned LGBTI-related data collection.
Following the presentation, members of LHA’s Silver Pride Advocacy Network, Living Experience Advocacy Panel will provide reflections grounded in lived experience. Their insights will open space for a broader discussion on what services, systems, and policies must do to ensure dignity, safety, and inclusion for LGBTI+ people in aged care.
Registration $20 or free for LGBTIQ+ Health Australia members
Register here

Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Multicultural Network (HKMN)
2026-05-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-12-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Various Locations
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Multicultural Network (HKMN) aims to support and raise emerging issues faced by service providers in addressing and representing multicultural clients within the Local Government Area (LGA) of Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai to improve their wellbeing and lives.
The committee is made up of representatives from government and non-government agencies and welcomes representation of services that work in the area and are focussed on multicultural issues.
2026 Meeting Schedule

Thursday 19 March
Tuesday 12 May
Tuesday 16 June
Tuesday 11 Aug
Tuesday 13 October
Wednesday 9 December

Schedule current at March 2026, contact Uma uma.menon (at) knc.org.au for further information.

Aged Care Career Expo (North Ryde)
2026-05-13 10:00 - 12:30 | Lachlan’s Line Auditorium, North Ryde, Jarvis Circuit, North Ryde, NSW, 2113, Australia
Discover how to start your career in Aged Care. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with employers who are hiring now!

You’ll also have the chance to speak with registered training providers about aged care courses and training pathways.

For all enquiries, please contact community@ryde.nsw.gov.au 9952 8222.
This is a Sector Support and Development event delivered by City of Ryde, Mosman, Ku-ring-gai and Willoughby Councils and Your Side.
Train/Metro: 5 minute walk from North Ryde Metro Station to Auditorium. walking directions here
Bus: Bus Route 545 Parramatta to Macquarie Park via Telopea & Eastwood & Macquarie Uni. The 545 stops directly outside the Auditorium: Jarvis Cct Stop ID 211338.
Free to Register here

CHSP Diversity & Inclusion National Symposium
2026-05-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Online
Bringing together expert insight and lived-experience perspectives, this engaging event will showcase innovative approaches, practical tools, and real-world examples of inclusive, person centred care in action.
Topics include:

Placing People First – Human Rights, Diversity and Person Centred Care
Diversity in the strengthening Quality Standards
Strengthening Connections: Communicating effectivelly across cultures and identities
Specialisation Verification Framework
Trauma aware and healing informed care

National Symposium Series Online:

CHSP Workforce Symposium – 26 February 2026 – Register here
CHSP Volunteering Symposium – 25 March 2026 – Register here
CHSP Diversity and Inclusion Symposium – 13 May 2026 – Register here

Death Cafe: North Sydney Community Centre
2026-05-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-19 18:30 - 20:00 | North Sydney Community Centre, 220 Miller St, North Sydney, NSW, 2060, Australia
Death Café is an opportunity to chat in a relaxed and informal way about death and dying. The conversation can flow from personal stories to thoughts, reflections and questions about death. It is a time to listen as well and be respectful of others. And, to share a cup of tea or coffee and a piece of cake.
Nicky Soloman was interviewed by North Sydney Living about the Death Cafe. If you’d like to read the article, click here.
Upcoming Dates:

Friday 22 May 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm
Friday 19 June 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm

For details and to book (here)

Northern Sydney Regional Forum (Willoughby)
2026-06-10 09:00 - 13:00 | Club Willoughby, 26 Crabbes Ave, North Willoughby, NSW, 2068, Australia
Join us in-person to hear from respected aged care leaders Siobhain Simpson and Paul Sadler, as the home care sector grapples with evolution of CHSP. This forum will provide numerous opportunities to engage with our speakers and build connections with your peers.

CHSP providers are working in a climate of funding and program uncertainty, but what do we know for sure? What can providers do now, to ensure they are setting themselves up for the future?
Speakers:

Siobhain Simpson, Partner, Stewart Brown
Paul Sadler, Principal, Paul Sadler Consultancy

Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026, 9:00am
Location: Club Willoughby, 26 Crabbes Ave, North Willoughby, NSW, 2068
Audience: CHSP and Support at Home executive leaders and board members
Tickets: Free to attend, registration essential
This Sector Support event is delivered by Your Side and Ku-ring-gai Council
Sector Support and Development is a CHSP sub-program funded by the Commonwealth government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Register here

Aged Care Law: Registered Supporters
2026-06-11 12:00 - 12:45 | Online

Support at Home Pricing & Finances Invox Briefing
2026-06-18 11:30 - 15:30 | Online
Delivered by Invox. Support at Home has hit margins and changed operating models.
This Essential Briefing tackles the pricing problem, effective claiming, participant contributions, staff productivity and the services that no longer make financial sense.
Hear from the sector experts, see the latest benchmarking data and find out how other providers are responding.
Register here

Registration Renewal & Audit Readiness (online)
2026-06-18 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
This webinar is designed to help you move from awareness to action by creating a structured Registration Renewal Readiness Project within your organisation.

In this practical session, we will step through:

The registration renewal process and what we now know
Key elements of the Commission’s renewal guidance and expectations
Practical steps involved in preparing and submitting your renewal application
Category-specific requirements and implications for Categories 4 and 5
Documentation requirements and evidence considerations
Common gaps providers are likely to face

We will also work through a Registration Renewal Roadmap, helping you structure your internal project plan so teams can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Audience: Home care providers
Presenter: Enkindle Consulting
Brought to you by Ku-ring-gai Council and Your Side.
Register here

Elder Abuse Conference: Stand Up Speak Out 2026 (Gold Coast)
2026-07-27 - 2026-07-29 | RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast, Ross Street, Benowa, QLD, 4217, Australia
Save the Date: 27 to 29 July 2026.
The 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference will be held on the Gold Coast, the land of the Yugambeh/Kombumerri peoples, at the RACV Royal Pines Resort.
Full Conference $1,450 (member Elder Abuse Action Australia)
Full Conference $1,600 (non-member)
Register here

National First Nations Elder's Wellbeing Conference (Gold Coast)
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-05 17:00 | Hilton Gold Coast, 6 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217, Australia
The 2026 National First Nations Elders Wellbeing Conference will be a transformative event, bringing together aged care professionals, service managers, and frontline workers to engage in crucial discussions about the landmark changes introduced by Australia’s new aged care reforms. This conference provides a vital platform to network, share insights, and collaborate on the implementation of these reforms, with a particular focus on My Aged Care’s consumer-directed care model, the Support at Home program, and the single assessment service. These initiatives are designed to empower frail older individuals living in the community by offering greater choice, control, and independence over their care, allowing them to live safely and with dignity in their own homes.
The conference will delve into the successes and challenges of these reforms while exploring culturally appropriate models of support and engagement, ensuring that First Nations Elders can live life on their own terms. Acknowledging the power of storytelling within Aboriginal & Torres Straits communities, the event will highlight how cultural practices can foster healing and build stronger community connections, setting a path for the future of aged care services.
Early Bird $900
Full Price $2,500
3-day event
Register here

National Aged Care Provider Conference (Aged Care Quality Safety Commission)
2026-10-13 - 2026-10-14 | Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Grey St, South Bank, Brisbane, QLD, 4101, Australia
Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission is hosting the National Aged Care Provider Conference 2026 on Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 October 2026 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
This key national event is aimed at responsible persons of registered aged care providers – including board members, CEOs or senior managers.
The conference program includes a rich mix of plenary and parallel sessions as we explore ‘Rights and choice, every day: one year in’. Together, we’ll discuss what has changed in practice under the new rights-based Aged Care Act 2024 and Aged Care Rules 2025 and share insights and learnings into how we continue to embed and regulate rights-based aged care across all settings.
View the preliminary conference program
The conference will provide an opportunity to hear directly from the Commission, older people and other sector representatives, take part in practical discussions, and connect with sector colleagues from across Australia.
Free registration is open to registered providers of residential care, Support at Home, Commonwealth Home Support Programme services, and National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program services.
Providers are limited to 2 in-person representatives as this event is capped at 1,200 in-person delegates. We suggest you discuss and identify your 2 nominated representatives now to ensure the most appropriate representatives attend.
Submitting your registration form is not confirmation that you are successfully registered. You will receive an email within 5 to 7 business days confirming if your registration is successful.
Submit your application to attend here

Leadership Legacies: Creating Workplaces of Cultural Safety, Care and Compassion
2026-10-29 09:00 - 16:30 | Various Locations
Yamurrah offers a variety of programs which brings together culturally responsive, trauma-informed workshops and leadership programs grounded in First Nations ways of knowing, doing and being and informed by neuroscience, complexity thinking, adaptive leadership, decolonisation and human rights.
Leadership Legacies: Creating Workplaces of Cultural Safety, Care and Compassion is a 1-day session suitable for:

Leaders, managers and supervisors
People shaping culture, teams and systems
Organisations committed to cultural safety and ethical leadership

Various dates and locations:

5 May, Sydney
19 May, Brisbane
4 June, Melbourne
20 July, Alice Springs
10 August, Canberra
13 October, Cairns
29 October, Sydney

Tickets range from $1,200 to $1,800
Further information and to register here.

NATSIAACC Ageing and Aged Care Conference - Ageing Our Way Through Culture, Connection, and Community
2026-11-03 - 2026-11-04 | Canberra, venue to be announced, ACT, Australia
This historic gathering will bring together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Aged Care providers, Elders and Older People, community leaders, policymakers, researchers, and sector partners from across the country to yarn, share knowledge, and shape the future of Ageing and Aged Care in Australia.

Inaugural Theme: Ageing Our Way Through Culture, Connection, and Community

As the national peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ageing and Aged Care, NATSIAACC is committed to creating a space where the voices, experiences, and leadership of our Elders and Older People guide conversations about the future of Aged Care. This conference will provide an opportunity for the sector to come together to reflect on the first year of the new Aged Care Act, explore the importance of culturally safe care, and strengthen pathways that ensure our Elders and Older People remain connected to Culture, Community, and Country.
Register here

NATSIAACC's National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ageing and Aged Care Conference
2026-11-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Canberra, venue to be announced, ACT, Australia
Save the Date: 3-4 November 2026.
The inaugural NATSIAACC National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ageing and Aged Care Conference will be held on Ngunnawal Country, Canberra ACT.
Stay up to date via LinkedIn, or sign up to NATSIAACC mailing list.
