Australasian Cemeteries & Crematoria Association

05/09/2025

🚨Last Chance to Register! 🚨

The 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition is almost here and we can’t wait to welcome you!

Registrations close THIS WEEKEND. Don’t miss your chance to be part of three days packed with learning, inspiration, and networking with cemetery, crematoria, and memorialisation professionals from across the sector.

Updated program & speaker bios are now available. Email us at admin@accaweb.com.au or visit our website https://accaweb.com.au/about/events/ to find out more.

To secure your place and book your accommodation, please visit:
Conference: https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual.../registration
Accommodation: https://www.conferencenational.com.au/2025-acca *Please note, Discounted accommodation rates have now closed at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

ACCA Events and Training in conjunction with ACCA Education organises and facilitates a Mid-Year Education Seminar and an Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition yearly.

20/08/2025

24 Days to Go!

The countdown is on for the 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition, and we can’t wait to welcome you.

Get ready for three days designed to inform, inspire, and connect professionals from across the cemetery, crematoria, and memorialisation sector.

Here’s just a glimpse of what’s in store in 2025:

• James Wood – Award-winning safety speaker and author, sharing his powerful story and workplace safety insights.
• Dr Maiken Ueland – Director of AFTER at UTS, revealing groundbreaking human decomposition research.
• John Adams – UK Funeral Director, discussing grief education in schools and lessons from the UK funeral sector.
• Tony Nicholls – From Good Talent Media, delivering proven communication strategies for industry professionals.
• Good Mourning (Sal & Im) – Practical workshops on grief and loss from leading podcast hosts.
• Dr Lauren Breen – Leading grief and bereavement expert, presenting the ADSS Annual Lecture.
• Guided tour of the newly opened Macarthur Memorial Park.
• Networking dinner proudly sponsored by Arrow Bronze.
Plus, the Trade Exhibition will once again be a major highlight, showcasing the latest innovations, products, and services from across the sector.

To secure your place and book your accommodation, please visit:
Conference: https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual-conference/registration *Registrations close one week prior to the event.
Accommodation: https://www.conferencenational.com.au/2025-acca *Please note, Discounted accommodation rates have now closed at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

If you would like a copy of the full conference program feel free to email us at admin@accaweb.com.au

Event Venue$360 per night. Rates are room only. Breakfast is an additional $30 per person per day.If you require dates that are not available at the above link, please email registrations@accommodationlink.com.au to enquire for availability.

23/07/2025

🌟 Speaker Spotlight - 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce some of the incredible speakers and workshops featured at this year’s conference program at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, 14-17 September!

James Wood - CNB Safe
Award-winning safety speaker and author, James shares his powerful personal story and lessons on workplace safety that are sure to leave a lasting impact.

Dr Lauren Breen - Curtin University
A leading grief and bereavement expert, Dr Breen will deliver the ADSS Annual Lecture exploring the complex experiences of loss and support.

Sal & Im - Good Mourning
Back by popular demand, Sal and Im return with their signature workshops, offering honest, insightful, and relatable conversations around grief and loss.

These sessions are only the beginning. Stay tuned for further announcements on guest speakers and workshops!

Register now and secure your spot: https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual-conference/registration
Book your accommodation: https://www.conferencenational.com.au/2025-acca

17/07/2025

Day Two - Delegates are en route to North Stradbroke Island for a guided tour hosted by the team at Redland City Council.

We're looking forward to exploring the rich history and cultural significance the island has to offer! ⛴️ 🏝️

16/07/2025

That’s a wrap on a fantastic day at the ACCA Mid Year Event at Mount Gravatt Cemetery & Crematorium!

A huge thank you to all our sponsors, suppliers delegates, speakers, and the team at Brisbane City Council for making today such a valuable and engaging experience.

From informative sessions to guided informative tours and meaningful conversations, it was a day full of learning and connection across the sector.

Missed out this time? We’d love to see you at our next ACCA event! Get in touch with us to find out how you can be involved.

Admin@accaweb.com.au

11/07/2025

We’re proud to support Compassionate Communities Australia and their vital work in reimagining how care and connection are delivered across our health system.

To view the full program and to register click here: https://events.humanitix.com/compassionate-communities...

We are delighted our Chair Professor Samar Aoun AM will not only be hosting but will be sharing her research as part of our upcoming forum. She will be exploring - Transforming Health Service Culture from Within: Embedding Compassionate Communities. The full program and registration link can be found at https://events.humanitix.com/compassionate-communities-australia-national-forum

10/06/2025

Macarthur Memorial Park development in time lapse - what an amazing achievement.

10/06/2025

Including the furry family in your funeral arrangements?

Pet interments with their humans

03/06/2025

📢📢 Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN! 📢📢

Join us for the 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition at the Sofitel Wentworth Sydney from 14 - 17 September.

This year promises to be a landmark event, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals from around the globe for an unparalleled exchange of knowledge, collaboration and inspiration.

Secure your spot at the discounted rate before 15 July!👀

To register and book your accommodation for this event, scan the QR code or visit https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual-conference/

21/05/2025

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