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July 7 - 8, 2026

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Australia's Chief Metrologist joins our speaker line-up!

A conference

for Everyday

Heroes — we mean you

Accreditation Matters 2026 is for Everyday Heroes, the people in Standards, Measurement, Testing, Accreditation and Conformity Assessment and those working in the fields of quality, trust and public safety. This conference will provide two days of practical learning, shared expertise, and strategic insight covering topics in Digital Transformation and AI, Technical Knowledge and Innovation, and Productivity, Industry and Regulation.

Moving to Melbourne for the first time, you will join 500+ like-minded professionals from multiple industries. Our highly relevant program features a first-class line-up of speakers providing keynotes, presentations, and insightful panel discussions.

Sharpen your capabilities, strengthen your technical confidence, connect and network with peers and leading speakers and return to your organisation empowered. If quality is your world, join us, lead with confidence and make an impact where it matters most.

Sessions for Everyone

Navigating a NATA Audit - Tips from an Authorised Representative

Gain practical, objective, and actionable insights to simplify your assessment process. Understand key responsibilities, what it means to be assessment ready, and how proactive preparation reduces risk, saves time, and delivers more efficient assessment outcomes.

Australian Building Standards: Combating Non-Conforming Building

This compelling session unpacks the ABCB Building Products Assurance Framework and industry’s growing role in closing implementation gaps, reshaping supply chains, conformity certificates, and acceptance by building certifiers.

Decoding Proficiency Testing Results: What the Data Is Really Telling You

Go beyond tick box compliance and unlock the real value of proficiency testing. This engaging session demystifies PT data, from Z scores to En values, showing how smarter interpretation builds confidence, and drives continuous improvement.

The Trust Deficit in Building Compliance - A Panel Session

Our expert panel explores how AI reshapes the trust in what we see and what anchors of trust remain. As confidence is tested, a resilient path emerges. Led by the National Building Product Coalition, laboratories, and product certifiers underpin a new trust framework.

How Quality and Wellbeing Must Go Hand-in-Hand

Want to understand the critical link between staff wellbeing and quality? This session highlights its impact on human performance, risk management, and the dependable outcomes required for accreditation and stakeholder trust.

How Robust Statistics Shape Credible Certified Reference Materials (CRMs)

Using real certification case studies, this session reveals how outlier tests and expert judgement influence data retention, uncertainty and assigned values especially when datasets are small or concentrations are low.

NATA Legal & Clinical Sector - Forensic Science Update

This important session covers key changes to forensic accreditation, standards, and assessments, highlighting emerging trends and supporting NATA accredited facilities in strengthening compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement.

Practical Case Studies on Building Adaptable & Future Ready Talent

This dynamic session shows how laboratories can build adaptable, future ready talent across diverse environments, with practical case studies revealing how to access government incentives and subsidies to upskill teams faster and smarter.

Internally Audit Your Way to Success

This session uncovers the traits of outstanding internal auditors and shares practical tips for assembling a top-notch audit team and system. Gain hands-on strategies for embedding continuous improvement and compliance within your lab management framework.

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World-Class Speaker Line-Up

Victoria Coleman

Chief Metrologist

National Measurement Institute

Dr. Ian Oppermann

Information and Communication Technology Expert

Ryan Winn

Chief Executive Officer

Science & Technology Australia

Kat Featherstone

Senior Manager for Products and Materials

Green Building Council of Australia

Michael Taranto

Managing Director

QED

Paul Ching

National Quality Manager

SGS

Tammy Lakeland

Regional Quality Manager

Eurofins

Simon Gazia

Chief Executive Officer

LTT

Hamidreza Dehnad

Quality & Certification Specialist

OREAS

Delfina Mihaila

Quality Manager

PTA

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EARLY BIRD - SAVE $300

$950*

Includes unlimited session access over 2-days, daily catering, Networking Drinks & Canapes and Celebration Dinner. *Plus GST

Our Venue

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) has state-of-the-art facilities and versatile, contemporary spaces. Its unrivalled riverfront location places guests within easy reach of transport, dining, and accommodation, ensuring a highly convenient and truly exceptional event environment.

2025 Event Snapshot:

Big Numbers | Big Impact | Big Outcomes

520+

Attendees

75+

Sessions

100+

Speakers

195+

Companies Represented

Sponsors & Exhibitors

1,000s

Conversations & Connections Made

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