PRESS RELEASE: Registrations Open – 2026 AORA Annual Conference
Registrations are now open for the most anticipated event in the organics recycling calendar for 2026, the Australian Organics Recycling Association (AORA) Annual Conference.
Join us in Melbourne from 22–24 April 2026 at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park for three days of insight, innovation and connection across the organics recycling sector. Early bird pricing is available until 27 February 2026, with tickets on sale now via the conference website.
The 2026 conference theme, “Compost for Life. Saving our Soils,” will explore the strategies, technologies and policy settings shaping the future of organics recycling. The program will feature high-profile keynotes, expert presentations and panel discussions, sharing practical insights and experiences from across Australia and internationally.
The 2026 International Keynote has been confirmed as Alzbeta Bouskova, Ecogas (New Zealand), presenting “Closing the Loop Twice: How anaerobic digestion delivers renewable energy and soil regeneration.” Drawing on lessons from New Zealand’s first large-scale anaerobic digestion facility, the presentation will highlight the policy, regulatory and commercial settings that enable integrated organics processing, renewable energy recovery and improved soil health outcomes.
As in previous years, the conference opens with Demonstration Day on Wednesday 22 April. This hands-on day offers a unique opportunity to see the latest equipment and machinery in action, compare technologies, speak directly with manufacturers, and explore potential capital investments for your operation.
Conference plenary sessions commence on Thursday 23 April at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park. With the program close to finalisation, sessions will span key industry themes including Circular Economy in Action, Soil Health and Regeneration, Technology Showcase, Innovation and Research, Compost Quality and Standards, and Procurement and Engagement.
A significant exhibition will once again form a core part of the event, providing a face-to-face platform for suppliers and service providers to showcase their latest products and capabilities. Exhibition space is almost sold out, reflecting strong industry demand. Networking remains a cornerstone of the conference, with formal and informal opportunities throughout, including the popular conference dinner on the evening of 23 April.
For tickets, program updates and further information, visit https://www.aoraconference.com.au/
The Australian Organics Recycling Association (AORA) is the Australian organics recycling industry’s national peak industry body.
AORA works on behalf of its members to raise awareness of the benefits of recycling organic resources and its contribution to a circular economy. It advocates for the broader organics resource recovery and beneficial reuse industries, to represent their views in a constructive dialogue with policymakers. The Association plays a pivotal role in shaping an environment 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 body represented by a Board of Directors. State committees operate in defined geographical areas, advocating, and managing their operations relevant to their region. The AORA Board, through a National Executive Officer, provides coordination, addressing state and national matters, with a team of national and state staff to assist in the delivery of a range of activities including industry events.
