• Conference

2023 WIOA NSW/ACT Water Operations Industry Conference and Exhibition

  • November 03, 2023

The 15th NSW/ACT Water Industry Operations Conference and Exhibition welcomed over 700 industry professionals to EPIC in Canberra on November 1st and 2nd, 2023. Hosted by Icon Water, the event underscored the vital role of such gatherings in fostering professional growth and personal connections within the water sector.

Gerard Brierley of Icon Water delivered a warm welcome to delegates, setting the tone for an enriching experience. Mark Trembath from WaterAid captivated attendees with insights into WASH initiatives in developing regions. Kate McBride
shared her journey as a river ambassador, advocating for better water management in the Murray-Darling.

Narromine Shire Council claimed the National Team of the Year Award, celebrated during the Meet the Exhibitors Dinner, where tributes were paid to industry stalwarts like George Wall, Ron Bergmeier, and Tony Hourigan.

The week’s highlights included the NSW/ACT Water Taste Test and the Mains Tapping Competition, showcasing both skill and camaraderie. Icon Water’s victory in the latter resulted in a generous donation to Mens Link, supporting mental health initiatives in Canberra.

Our NSW/ACT Water Industry Conference and Exhibition for 2024 will be held in Tamworth NSW, on the 6th and 7th November. We hope to see you there!

WIOA Conferences always remind me of what I love about our industry: its people.  It's rare, particularly in recent years, for those who work in the water sector (mainly in "hi-vis") to gather and share better ways to protect both the health of our communities and our environment.

Delegate

The NSW conference was an informative and well run event. The WIOA team of volunteers and staff are a well rehearsed, professional outfit always willing to help. That's only one of the many reasons any WIOA  conference is a "must attend" event no matter where it is held.

Delegate

The WIOA conference was an excellent experience. The distributer displays were excellent as were many of the technical papers and conference opening speakers. Both dinners were excellent with providing an opportunity to meet distributer and colleagues.  I give my permission to reproduce and promote future events.

 

Delegate

The WIOA conferences are a great place to showcase our products. The Modec valve portable valve actuators make operators' daily tasks less stressful safer and less physical thus reducing workplace injuries associated with operating valves.

Exhibitor

Wonderful event, well managed and great location, Kudos to WIOA.

Exhibitor