Australasian Cemeteries & Crematoria Association

19/12/2025

As we wrap up the year, we’d like to sincerely thank all of our members and industry associates for your continued support throughout 2025. We truly value being part of such a dedicated and collaborative industry.

Please note the ACCA office will be closed from 19 December 2025 and reopen on 12 January 2026.

On behalf of the ACCA team and board we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year and we look forward to working with you again in the New Year.🎄🎁🎄

11/12/2025

🚗ACCA Roadshow Training Day – Registrations Now Open!🚗

We’re excited to share that ACCA is expanding its training offerings in 2026 with the introduction of a new Roadshow-style training program, developed in collaboration with RAVs.

Our first Roadshow Training Day will take place on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, hosted by the Geelong Cemeteries Trust, in the Geelong Memorial Park and Crematorium Function Room and is open to all industry professionals.

This engaging full-day workshop is designed to support staff working in emotionally demanding roles across the cemeteries and crematoria sector. Participants will develop practical skills, enhance wellbeing, and gain valuable tools to navigate the challenges of frontline and operational work.

⚠️ Please note: Spots are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure your place.
Have questions? Email us: admin@accaweb.com.au

17/10/2025

✨ACCA at the ACC Higgins Australian Funeral Expo ✨
We’re here today at the ACC Higgins Funeral Expo. Come and say hello to the ACCA team at Booth #117! 👋

It’s a great opportunity to connect, chat about all things industry, and learn more about ACCA’s work supporting the cemetery and crematorium community.

08/10/2025

Join ACCA CEO Ben Kelly, General Manager of Plotbox Martin Jackson and guest speaker Mathew Crawley EMBA, FICCM(DipHons) from ICCM - Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management as they share insights, strategies, and global perspectives on managing the challenges of monumental risk assessments.

Date and Time: 9:30am AEDT, Thursday 9th October 2025
Register here: https://lnkd.in/echFB6tz

02/10/2025

☀️SAVE THE DATE☀️
1 - 4 September, 2026

We’re excited to announce that we are heading to the Gold Coast, in sunny Queensland for the 2026 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition!

Next year will be extra special as we celebrate 40 years of ACCA. Four decades of leadership, collaboration, and innovation in the cemetery and crematoria sector!🎉🎉

Stay tuned for program highlights, speaker announcements, and exhibition opportunities – this is the event you won’t want to miss!

To express interest in exhibiting, sponsoring or for more information on the conference, feel welcome to email us at admin@accaweb.com.au.

01/10/2025

How do cemeteries across the UK, Australia, and New Zealand manage the challenges of monumental risk assessments?

It’s a question impacting safety, heritage, and community trust and it’s one we’ll be unpacking in next month’s Australasian Cemeteries & Crematoria Association Webinar.

Join ACCA CEO Ben Kelly, General Manager of Plotbox Martin Jackson and guest speaker Mathew Crawley EMBA, FICCM(DipHons) from ICCM - Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management as they share insights, strategies, and global perspectives on this critical issue.

Date and Time: 9:30am AEDT, Thursday 9th October 2025
Register here: https://lnkd.in/echFB6tz

24/09/2025

A huge thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Arrow Bronze Pty Ltd for their support of the 2025 ACCA Annual Conference and the amazing generosity of our community.💫💜

05/09/2025

🚨Last Chance to Register! 🚨

The 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition is almost here and we can’t wait to welcome you!

Registrations close THIS WEEKEND. Don’t miss your chance to be part of three days packed with learning, inspiration, and networking with cemetery, crematoria, and memorialisation professionals from across the sector.

Updated program & speaker bios are now available. Email us at admin@accaweb.com.au or visit our website https://accaweb.com.au/about/events/ to find out more.

To secure your place and book your accommodation, please visit:
Conference: https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual.../registration
Accommodation: https://www.conferencenational.com.au/2025-acca *Please note, Discounted accommodation rates have now closed at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

ACCA Events and Training in conjunction with ACCA Education organises and facilitates a Mid-Year Education Seminar and an Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition yearly.

20/08/2025

24 Days to Go!

The countdown is on for the 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition, and we can’t wait to welcome you.

Get ready for three days designed to inform, inspire, and connect professionals from across the cemetery, crematoria, and memorialisation sector.

Here’s just a glimpse of what’s in store in 2025:

• James Wood – Award-winning safety speaker and author, sharing his powerful story and workplace safety insights.
• Dr Maiken Ueland – Director of AFTER at UTS, revealing groundbreaking human decomposition research.
• John Adams – UK Funeral Director, discussing grief education in schools and lessons from the UK funeral sector.
• Tony Nicholls – From Good Talent Media, delivering proven communication strategies for industry professionals.
• Good Mourning (Sal & Im) – Practical workshops on grief and loss from leading podcast hosts.
• Dr Lauren Breen – Leading grief and bereavement expert, presenting the ADSS Annual Lecture.
• Guided tour of the newly opened Macarthur Memorial Park.
• Networking dinner proudly sponsored by Arrow Bronze.
Plus, the Trade Exhibition will once again be a major highlight, showcasing the latest innovations, products, and services from across the sector.

To secure your place and book your accommodation, please visit:
Conference: https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual-conference/registration *Registrations close one week prior to the event.
Accommodation: https://www.conferencenational.com.au/2025-acca *Please note, Discounted accommodation rates have now closed at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

If you would like a copy of the full conference program feel free to email us at admin@accaweb.com.au

Event Venue$360 per night. Rates are room only. Breakfast is an additional $30 per person per day.If you require dates that are not available at the above link, please email registrations@accommodationlink.com.au to enquire for availability.

23/07/2025

🌟 Speaker Spotlight - 2025 ACCA Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce some of the incredible speakers and workshops featured at this year’s conference program at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, 14-17 September!

James Wood - CNB Safe
Award-winning safety speaker and author, James shares his powerful personal story and lessons on workplace safety that are sure to leave a lasting impact.

Dr Lauren Breen - Curtin University
A leading grief and bereavement expert, Dr Breen will deliver the ADSS Annual Lecture exploring the complex experiences of loss and support.

Sal & Im - Good Mourning
Back by popular demand, Sal and Im return with their signature workshops, offering honest, insightful, and relatable conversations around grief and loss.

These sessions are only the beginning. Stay tuned for further announcements on guest speakers and workshops!

Register now and secure your spot: https://nectarcc.eventsair.com/acca-annual-conference/registration
Book your accommodation: https://www.conferencenational.com.au/2025-acca

17/07/2025

Day Two - Delegates are en route to North Stradbroke Island for a guided tour hosted by the team at Redland City Council.

We're looking forward to exploring the rich history and cultural significance the island has to offer! ⛴️ 🏝️