When the National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) invited The Conference Group to support the delivery of its 2024 National Congress, we were excited to help bring this important industry event to life.
Held at the Western Sydney Conference Centre in Penrith, the congress brought together local government leaders, planning professionals, policymakers and industry experts from across Australia to explore the future of the nation’s fastest-growing communities. As a leading regional development conference, the event focused on resilience, sustainability and liveability while creating opportunities to share ideas, address emerging challenges and strengthen collaboration across government and industry.
Working alongside the NGAA team, The Conference Group provided professional conference planning services and event coordination to deliver a seamless experience for delegates, speakers and organisers throughout the multi-day congress.
| Client | National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) |
| Event | 2024 National Growth Areas Alliance Congress |
| Location | Western Sydney Conference Centre, Penrith, NSW |
| Industry | Local Government, Urban Planning & Regional Development |
| Attendees | National and local government leaders, policymakers and industry professionals |
| Services Provided | Conference planning and coordination, venue liaison, contract review, stakeholder communication, program coordination and on-site event management |
The National Growth Areas Alliance Congress is a leading local government conference that connects councils, government agencies, planning professionals and industry leaders to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing Australia’s high-growth regions.
Recognised as an important urban development conference and planning conference in Australia, the congress provides a valuable forum for sharing knowledge on infrastructure, housing, transport, sustainability and community development. By bringing together decision makers from across the public and private sectors, the event encourages collaboration and practical solutions that help shape Australia’s future growth areas.
The 2024 program featured keynote presentations, thought provoking discussions and valuable networking opportunities. Delegates also participated in a behind the scenes tour of the Western Sydney International Airport, gaining first-hand insight into one of Australia’s most significant infrastructure projects, before celebrating industry achievements at the congress awards dinner.
Delivering a successful national congress required experienced coordination and the ability to integrate seamlessly with the existing organising team.
Joining the project midway through the planning process, The Conference Group quickly established a clear understanding of the event requirements, working collaboratively with the NGAA team to review outstanding tasks, coordinate stakeholders and maintain momentum leading into the congress.
The event also required careful management of multiple program elements, including keynote presentations, delegate experiences, networking functions and the awards dinner, ensuring every aspect of the congress was delivered professionally.
The Conference Group provided comprehensive conference planning services, working alongside the National Growth Areas Alliance to deliver a professional, well organised congress from planning through to on site delivery.
Our team provided support with:
Through proactive communication, attention to detail and experienced project management, we enabled the organising committee to focus on delivering valuable content. At the same time, we managed the operational delivery of this important local government conference.
The 2024 National Growth Areas Alliance Congress successfully brought together leaders from local government and industry to share ideas, strengthen professional relationships and explore the future of Australia’s growing communities.
The event delivered:
The successful delivery of the congress further demonstrates The Conference Group’s experience supporting conferences that bring together government organisations, councils and industry stakeholders to facilitate meaningful collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Michelle Jack
2024 National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) Congress
“We are grateful to Amber and The Conference Group team for their support of NGAA’s annual Congress.
Amber joined the team midway through our planning process and immediately hit the ground running. She dove in straight away, understood the complexities of the event and brought a high level of organisation and professionalism to the process.
From the outset, Amber demonstrated her experience by reviewing contracts, liaising with venues and identifying and resolving outstanding issues. Her proactive approach and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of the event was well planned and executed.
During the event itself, Amber’s support was incredible. Her dedication and hard work played a crucial role in the success of the event. We are deeply grateful for her contributions and would highly recommend her.”
Delivering successful local government conferences, regional development conferences and industry events requires experienced planning, transparent communication and meticulous coordination.
The Conference Group specialises in local government event management, supporting councils, government agencies, not-for-profits, associations and professional organisations across Australia. Our tailored conference planning services help clients deliver engaging conferences that encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing and meaningful outcomes, while our experienced team manages every operational detail.
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