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Access 2025 Conference

Universal Design – Inclusive Futures
The National Conference of the Access Consultants Association

Monday 13th – Tuesday 14th October 2025
Melbourne Town Hall

We are delighted to invite you to the Access 2025 Conference: Universal Design – Inclusive Futures, hosted by the Access Consultants Association (ACA). This premier event is one of the most important conferences in the calendar. It will bring together professionals, practitioners, policymakers and advocates from across the access and inclusion landscape, giving delegates an opportunity to learn, network, and gain CPD points in the process.

Join us in the heart of Melbourne for two inspiring days of keynote presentations, interactive panels, industry exhibitions, and networking opportunities, all centred around the future of Universal Design by building truly inclusive environments and communities.

This year’s theme, Universal Design – Inclusive Futures, emphasises the importance of creating environments that are inclusive, sustainable, and accessible to everyone, regardless of age, gender, ability or neurodiversity.

Whether you are an experienced professional, emerging in the field or just interested in being part of an Inclusive environment, Access 2025 is a not-to be-missed opportunity to exchange knowledge, share innovations, be part of and influence the future of accessibility in Australia and beyond.

Conference Highlights:

Insightful keynote speakers with extensive industry expertise and an expert panel
Engaging networking opportunities
A strong focus on inclusive design across the internal and external built environments, including events, products and services.

Tickets

Ticket Types	Price
Two-Day Conference Pass Early Bird (Limited to 100 tickets)	$700
Two-Day Conference Pass	$800
One-Day Conference Pass – Monday 15 October	$450
One-Day Conference Pass – Tuesday 16 October	$450
Conference Dinner: Monday 13th October	$120

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Conference Sponsorship

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your brand and make a meaningful impact in the Universal Design and Access community.

Join a diverse group of professionals, including access consultants, local, state, and federal government representatives, building surveyors, architects, and developers for an enriching two-day event.

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ACA Organising Committee

Bruce Bromley: Co-Convener
Lynda Wilem: Committee Representative
Pia Chandoke: Vic Committee

Joe Manton: Co-Convener
Stephanie Loria: Vic Committee
Hank Van Ravenstein: Vic Committee

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