Welcome to the Waste 2019 Conference

The Coffs Harbour Waste Conference is the leading conference for the waste management industry in Australia.  

This year the conference attracted 645 delegates both nationally and internationally. The conference is targeted at anyone who works in or has an interest in waste management issues, and is particularly relevant to local government.

Attendees heard from leading waste management professionals on the latest developments in the industry, visited a vast array of exhibitions by national and international companies, and networked with other 'waste experts' during the three social evenings. 

Presentations from the conference are now available and can be viewed from the 'presentations' menu above. 

Waste 2018 was an extra ordinary conference with regards to the quality of the speakers, the exhibition and the overall program. Perfect!

Robert Grodde, Smart.Biz

Once again the Coffs Harbour Waste Conference continues to beat all our expectations, with the 2018 conference being simply 'The Best Ever'!

Andrew Schoer, Garwood International

A very professionally run conference, excellent venue and good value for money for both exhibitors and delegates alike.

Mark Sands, Gossi Street Furniture

Key dates for your diary - Waste 2020!

  • September/October 2019  - Sponsorship and exhibition bookings open for Waste 2020 
  • November 2019 – Call for abstracts released for Waste 2020 Conference
  • February 2020 – Registration and accommodation bookings open
  • 5-7 May - Waste 2020 Conference, Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour

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