PRIVACY STATEMENT

In registering for this conference, relevant details will be incorporated into a delegate list. These details may be made available to parties directly related to the conference including East Coast Conferences, Floodplain Management Australia, venues, accommodation providers (for the purposes of room bookings), key sponsors, exhibitors and parties associated with the conference. By completing this registration form, you acknowledge that the details supplied by you may be used for the above purposes. You will have the opportunity in the next section of this form to opt-out of having your details included on the list of attendees that will be provided to sponsors and / or exhibitors.

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Contact Details

Preferred Badge Name (only if different from above)

Primary Address

Address for Invoices (only complete if different from address above)

Special / Dietary Requirements (only complete if applicable)

Please do not include my details on delegate list for sponsors

Please tick this box if you are a FMA Young Floodplain Managers (YFM)

Please tick this box if you are a first time attendee to the FMA National Conference

Are you a member of Floodplain Management Australia?

FMA Member Number

Will you be attending the full conference?

Are you a full-time student?

FMA Membership – Only financial Members of FMA may register at the discounted “FMA Member” rates. The grade of Membership and your FMA Membership Number are shown on your annual FMA Membership Tax Invoice.

 

Full/Corporate/Associate Members are Councils, Catchment Management Authorities, Government Agencies, Consultancies, Businesses and similar organisations. If you are uncertain if your organisation is an FMA Member please check the FMA Website or contact FMA Executive Officer Glenn Evans: eo@flood.org.au

 

Professional or Individual FMA Members are only people who have been granted Professional or Individual FMA Membership or Full Time Students studying in a field related to flood risk management may register at the Professional or Individual Member/Student rates. Students must provide their student identification number.

 

 

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1,150.00
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750.00
TOTAL
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550.00
TOTAL
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1,500.00
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Day Registrations

FMA Membership – Only financial Members of FMA may register at the discounted “FMA Member” rates. The grade of Membership and your FMA Membership Number are shown on your annual FMA Membership Tax Invoice.

 

Full/Corporate/Associate Members are Councils, Catchment Management Authorities, Government Agencies, Consultancies, Businesses, Consultancies and similar organisations. If you are uncertain if your organisation is an FMA Member please check the FMA Website or contact FMA Executive Officer Glenn Evans: eo@flood.org.au

 

Professional or Individual FMA Members are only people who have been granted Professional or Individual FMA Membership or Full Time Students studying in a field related to flood risk management may register at the Professional or Individual Member/Student rates. Students must provide their student identification number.

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500.00
TOTAL
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500.00
TOTAL
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500.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
550.00
TOTAL
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550.00
TOTAL
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550.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
275.00
TOTAL
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275.00
TOTAL
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275.00
TOTAL

Social Functions

Welcome Reception

Welcome Function will be held in the Trade Exhibition Area, GCCEC from 5pm - 7pm on Tuesday 21 April
AMOUNT
95.00
TOTAL

YFM Networking Function

YFM Networking Function will be held in a local Gold Coast Venue from 7.30pm - 9.30pm following the Welcome Reception on Tuesday 21 April

Casual Dinner (sponsored by WMAwater)

Casual Dinner will be held at Sea World Gold Coast from 7pm - 10pm on Wednesday 22 April. Transfers will be available from GCCEC time TBA
AMOUNT
150.00
TOTAL

Conference Dinner (sponsored by Haskoning)

Conference Dinner will be held from 7pm - 11.30pm, GCCEC on Thursday 23 April
AMOUNT
175.00
TOTAL

Field trips are included in full conference and Wednesday day registration. Please select with your registration which field trip option you would like to attend on Wednesday 22 April. Afternoon tea is included and please note that numbers are limited per tour. 

Field Trips

Pre-Conference Workshops

Pre-Conference Workshops will be held at GCCEC on Tuesday 21 April. Please note there are morning and afternoon pre-conference workshop options below. Tickets to the workshops must be pre-booked, numbers are limited.

Morning Multi-hazard planning in the built environment: pathways to preparedness

Facilitator: Natural Hazards Research Australia

Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm (includes catering)

This workshop will explore broad strategies and research insights to strengthen community resilience, ensuring that planning and design approaches contribute to safer, more prepared, and sustainable communities in the face of natural hazards.

AMOUNT
175.00
TOTAL

Afternoon Room for the River Workshop

Time: 12.30pm – 5.00pm (includes catering)

A guide for putting Room for the River concepts into practice. A half-day workshop providing explanation and examples of the concepts described in the recently released NZ River Managers SIG – Room for the River Guidelines. The technical basis for the Room for the River concept will be explained along with examples of the methodology that can be used to determine river management lines and agreed intervention protocols to facilitate effective implementation.

Key themes:

  • What is Room for the River.
  • How can it be used to manage flood and erosion risks within the context of climate change and Te mana o te wai;
  • How to determine river management design lines;
  • Interventions and dealing with critical assets within the river management design lines;
  • Implementation enablers including planning controls.

Outcomes: A better understanding of how to derive river management design lines and how they can be implemented to achieve Room for the River outcomes.

Who would benefit?: Local authority engineers and asset managers, consultants and contractors actively involved in river management, or who have a specific interest in and experience of rivers and their management

AMOUNT
175.00
TOTAL

Afternoon YFM Mentoring Session

YFM Mentoring Session from 3pm – 5pm at GCCEC and includes YFM Networking Function. 

AMOUNT
75.00
TOTAL

Morning Modelling bridges and culverts in HEC-RAS

Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm (includes catering)

In partnership with HydroSchool, we invite you to take part in a pre-conference workshop covering structures in HEC-RAS. HEC-RAS is a free hydrologic and hydraulic modelling program that provides one-dimensional and two-dimensional flood modelling: About HEC-RAS.

This workshop provides hands-on training in modelling hydraulic structures using HEC-RAS, with a focus on culverts, bridges, and levees. Participants will explore key hydraulic principles, supported by practical examples and guided workshops.

AMOUNT
385.00
TOTAL

Afternoon Modelling pipe networks in HEC-RAS

Time: 1.00pm – 5.00pm (includes catering)

In partnership with HydroSchool, we invite you to take part in a pre-conference workshop covering pipe networks in HEC-RAS. HEC-RAS is a free hydrologic and hydraulic modelling program that provides one-dimensional and two-dimensional flood modelling: About HEC-RAS.

This workshop provides hands-on training in modelling interconnected pipe networks using HEC-RAS, including inlet pits. Participants will explore key hydraulic principles, supported by practical examples and guided workshops.

 

AMOUNT
385.00
TOTAL

Full Day Simulating evacuations and life loss with LifeSim software

Time: 8.30am – 5.00pm (includes catering)

In partnership with HDR and the Australian Water School, we invite you to take part in a pre-conference workshop covering LifeSim software. LifeSim is a free USACE agent-based system for estimating life loss by simulating population redistribution during evacuations from high-hazard events, including floods, dam breaches, tsunamis, cyclones, and fires. Using Monte Carlo simulation, it captures natural variability, uncertainty and potential for life loss in complex situations: About LifeSim.

Participants will develop practical skills, build a complete flood risk model, and apply the examples to real-world applications for infrastructure planning, emergency response, and policy development in flood risk management.

AMOUNT
825.00
TOTAL

Accommodation

Accommodation has been secured at the below hotels, located within walking distance to the GCCEC. Conference rates are available for the conference dates only – checking in from Tuesday 21 and out Friday 24 April 2026. If additional nights are required outside of these dates, please contact amy@eastcoastconferences.com.au

Meriton Suites Broadbeach
  1. Meriton Suites Broadbeach
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Meriton Suites Broadbeach

Meriton Suites Broadbeach is a high-rise, apartment complex ideally located just steps from the surf beaches, Broadbeach Mall, and the Convention Centre. The suites are modern and stylishly appointed in coastal-inspired tones, with a full gourmet kitchen (except in the studios), an in-suite laundry, private balconies, and comfortable king-sized beds. It is an approximate 5 minute walk to the GCCEC. $190 per night and no housekeeping during the entire stay.

0.5 km from GCCEC

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    Room Description
    A spacious, apartment-style retreat designed for comfort and convenience. You’ll find a separate bedroom with a king-sized bed, along with a generous living and dining area. The suite features a kitchen equipped with full-size appliances, a coffee capsule machine, plus an in-suite laundry for extended stays. Floor-to-ceiling windows or a private balcony bring in light. There is no housekeeping service during the entire stay. . $190 per night and no housekeeping during the entire stay.
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
  1. Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
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Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is a elegant hotel that offers a refined yet relaxed coastal experience. With its prime Broadbeach location, sophisticated French-inspired design, excellent dining and wellness amenities. It is an approximate 5 minute walk to the GCCEC. $299 per night including breakfast for 1 person.

0.5 km from BCCEC

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    Room Description
    The Classic River-View room (37 sqm) offers sweeping views of the Nerang River and the lush Gold Coast hinterland from the balcony. Inside, contemporary furnishings and French-luxury touches mingle with warm neutrals, creating an elegant yet relaxing space. You’ll find practical comforts like high-speed Wi-Fi, a LED smart TV, a writing desk with chair, and 24-hour in-room dining. $299 per night including breakfast for 1 person.

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