ABOUT • AORA Annual Conference

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The AORA Annual Conference is well established as the principal conference in Australia for the recycled organics industry. Each conference is a forum for education, discussion and networking related to Organics Recycling. It is also an opportunity to celebrate outstanding achievements in the industry.

The Annual AORA Conference features presentations, panels, Gala Dinner, Networking Function and equipment demonstrations. This is an opportunity to network with industry leaders and gain insight to the latest achievements in the Organics Recycling Industry.

The first AORA conference was held in 2013 in Sydney and is now run annually, rotating the location around Australia.

HOST ORGANISATION

The Australian Organics Recycling Association (AORA) works on behalf of its members to raise awareness of the benefits of recycling organic resources.

It aims to act as an advocate for the wider organics resource recovery and beneficial reuse industries, and to represent their views in a constructive dialogue with policy makers. The Association envisages an industry in which best practice is shared, standards are maintained and surpassed, and a positive contribution to safeguarding the environment is made.

The Association consists of a national Board of Directors which provides the strategic direction and governance/risk oversight of the Association. A National Executive Officer, who reports to the Board, administers the operations of the Association on a day-to-day basis. State committees provide local industry representation and services in addition to acting as a conduit of information and intelligence on state-based industry issues into the national Board and National Executive Officer. This structure works to provide a means of addressing state and national matters in a coordinated and effective manner.

T: 0434 625 472
P: PO Box 585, Hove SA 5048
E: compost@aora.org.au
W www.aora.org.au

2025 CONFERENCE THEME

The AORA 2025 Conference, themed Beyond the Windrow – Building industry resilience, offers a comprehensive platform to navigate the complex challenges and seize the groundbreaking opportunities that are reshaping the organics recycling sector.

In a rapidly evolving landscape, the organics industry stands at a pivotal juncture. This premier conference is designed to equip industry leaders and professionals to cultivate a resilient industry that can thrive in an increasingly complex environment, becoming a pivotal player on the road to a Circular Economy.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, policymakers and experts to address critical topics including regulatory consistency and harmonisation across States, investment optimisation, the development of the new AS4454 Standard and the integration of emerging technologies such as biochar and anaerobic digestion (AD).

The agenda is designed to provide deep insights into essential areas including future-proofing the industry through innovative thinking, contamination prevention and market development, providing attendees with the knowledge needed to optimise operations and drive sustainable growth.

Through a combination of expert-led presentations, in-depth panel discussions and strategic networking opportunities, attendees will exchange critical knowledge, cultivate collaborations and uncover innovative strategies to enhance industry performance and environmental impact.

Join us as we move “Beyond the Windrow” and work collectively to build a more resilient, innovative and sustainable future for the organics industry.

PROGRAM COMMITTEE

The AORA Conference Organising Committee consists of industry professionals from across the sector. The Australian Organics Recycling Association thanks the committee members for their contribution to the event.