About the Conference

The Coffs Harbour Waste Management Conference is Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded waste management conference. 

Established in 1996, each year it attracts delegates from across the waste industry, government and community, all keen to explore current challenges, discover innovative solutions, and workshop the future of the industry. This much-anticipated highlight of the industry’s calendar fuses streamed presentations, comprehensive trade exhibitions, live demonstrations, and a lively program of social events and networking opportunities.

The Coffs Waste Conference program is renowned for its exceptional quality and industry relevance. Uniquely designed to focus on the latest developments in the industry, it features high-profile, industry-leading presenters and exhibitions by the world’s most innovative companies, attracting professionals from across Australia and overseas.

The conference offers unparalleled professional networking opportunities, all within a relaxed setting in one of Australia’s most accessible and beautiful locations.

Attendance is essential for anyone who works in the waste management industry or is responsible for waste management in their organisation. Places are strictly limited and likely to sell out quickly –  Register your interest today!


Who should attend?

The conference is targeted at all who work in waste management or have an interest in waste management issues, with particular relevance to local government. It is ideally suited to: 

  • Local and state government managers, engineers, educators, planners and councillors
  • Equipment and service providers
  • Environmental, community and industry groups
  • Consultants
  • Students and academia


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With its distinctive balance of conference presentations, extensive exhibitor display, social interaction and networking opportunities, the Coffs Waste Conference is designed to bring like-minded people together. Presentations are also live-streamed, enabling remote participation for those unable to attend in person.  

Whether you participate onsite or online, the conference provides an ideal way to keep pace with the rapidly evolving industry and maintain vital connections within the waste sector.