Do not miss your ONLY opportunity to network nationally within the Community Transport sector. Click here to secure your tickets now!
This year’s conference theme is Sustainable Mobility: Navigating the Future Together, Tipping Point 2024.
2024 presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the sector. A ‘tipping point’ as ACTA tests its Community Transport Pricing Pilot, with the potential to develop ground-breaking new models and policies that will build a sustainable, efficient community transport sector in 2025 and beyond.
Join your colleagues, ACTA and our partners as we pave the way to a sustainable future for community transport, so that we can continue to help thousands of people around the nation live their lives.
This year, tickets include a Gala Dinner (Sponsored by Orcoda), as well as a nights’ accommodation at the conference venue – so you don’t have to worry about making your way home after this fun night! Additional nights of accommodation can be purchased through Humanitix.
A taste of our outstanding line-up of speakers includes:
You will also have opportunities to check out new transport technologies from our sponsors, such as the latest in accessible vehicle conversions from Automobility, leaders in wheelchair access, and the newest electric vehicle technology from EV Automotive, the go to destination for electric vans, helping to ensure we are prepared for a green, sustainable future.
You cannot miss this opportunity, as ACTA is the only national peak body for the Community Transport sector.
With the new financial year’s arrival, and your fresh budget, secure your tickets now: https://events.humanitix.com/acta-2024-national-community-transport-conference
Who should attend?
If you have an interest in using and/or improving accessible and inclusive transport across Australia, please join us and be part of shaping this hugely important conversation.
Not a member?
Click here to apply for ACTA membership now to take advantage of member pricing.
ACTA, Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, University of South Australia
ACTA, senior staff from the Department of Health and Aged Care, as well as academics from the University of South Australia will present updates on the CHSP Community Transport Pricing Pilot.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Karni Lidell, Paralympian, Social Worker, Disability Activist, NDIS Ambassador
Title: How the Smallest of Changes Create the Largest of Impacts
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Anne Muldowney, Senior Policy Officer, Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)
Title: Transport for Ageing in Place: Enhancing mobility and reducing social isolation
Synopsis: OPAN developed a position statement on transport to advocate for improved access to a range of affordable, accessible, flexible and safe transport services for older people receiving aged care services. It is a human right to have freedom of movement and to have access to the community. Transport needs to be regarded as an essential support for older people receiving aged care services at home and in residential care. Aged care funding models should ensure equity of access to transport for health care and other services, and to maintain social and cultural connection. Appropriate investment in transport services will support older
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Terry O’Toole, CEO, TransitCare
Title: Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles – Case Study, State Taxi Scheme
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Dr George Margelis, Chair, Aged Care Industry Information Technology Council
Title: TBA
Synopsis: During his thought provoking speech, Dr. Margelis will assist you in thinking about how you can use technology to improve the customer experience, efficiency, and quality of life for people using community transport.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Russell White, Managing Director, Driver Safety, CEO, Australian Road Safety Foundation
Title: Work Related Driving
Synopsis: There is a direct connection between driving and sustainability. Driving is also the number one risk for any organisation. Vehicle incidents account for almost half of the work-related deaths and injuries in Australia. Organisations need to be proactive in how they manage that risk.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Jackie Furey, Clinical Psychotherapist
Title: The Power of Connection – Together we do what we cannot do alone
Synopsis: Clinical psychotherapist Jackie Furey believes, “nothing will affect our lives more profoundly than our relationships”. Studies show how social connection strengthens communities, and how communities strengthen their people. Jackie will share clinical research along with stories of significance and success relating to the Power of Connection – demonstrating how together, with a common purpose, we truly are the difference!
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Michael Pervan, CEO, Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority
Title: IHACPA and the Development of Aged Care Pricing Advice
Synopsis: In response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, IHACPA’s expanded role in providing independent aged care pricing and costing advice aims to ensure that aged care funding is informed by the costs of delivering care. Under the National Health Reform Act 2011 and the Aged Care Act 1997, IHACPA will provide annual advice on the costs of care and pricing for residential aged care, residential respite care and in-home aged care through development of robust cost data collections, extensive consultation and development of a pricing framework and model.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Mr Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Graham Currie FTSE, Professor of Public Transport, Director of Public Transport Research Group, Monash University Australia
Title: Exploring links between transport and social exclusion in Victoria – findings and new methods
Synopsis: This presentation outlines findings of one of the first studies to measure how transport access links to social exclusion and social well-being. The research was undertaken in Victoria and developed new measurement methods to quantify transport disadvantage and how this impacts life quality, psychological well-being and social exclusions.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Richard Rees, Senior Consultant – IT Solutions & Cyber, Loftus Technology
Title: Employee Cyber Awareness – tackling blurred boundaries and human error
Synopsis: The boundaries of digital behaviour between personal and work-related risk have never been so closely linked as they are today. Richard dives into the topic of educating employees in Cyber Awareness & PII and the role it plays in keeping your organisations secure. Today, poor personal digital behaviour quickly and easily translates to severe business risk but where and what are the boundaries and are their also wellbeing benefits in making training available.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Adam Graycar, Emeritus Professor, University of Adelaide
Synopsis: Public policy is what governments choose to do, or choose not to do. There are more claims on the government than the government has the capacity or willingness to meet. This presentation charts the fundamentals of public policy and how policy is developed and influenced.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Jocelyn Syme, Health Services Manager, & Erin Foster, Team Leader, Royal Flying Doctor Services Victoria
Synopsis: In 2022, RFDS embarked on a three-year project to expand the Flying Doctor Community Transport (FDCT) program to eight new rural Victorian communities.
The FDCT service model relies on a dedicated volunteer workforce.
The volunteer workforce is supported by local on-site staff who possess a deep-rooted understanding of local dynamics and the challenges faced by rural and regional communities. A deep understanding and connection with the communities we operate in is key to FDCT service sustainability and expansion and the success of this approach is grounded in program data.
Whilst service sustainability must be considered in monetary terms and return on investment, there is significant benefit and power in also looking at sustainability in terms of service contribution to a broader tapestry of community resilience and vitality.
By designing services that fit this metric FDCT illustrates the lasting impact of tailored, community-driven initiatives in rural settings.
Why you should listen to these speakers
Viv Cunningham-Smith, CEO, EV Strengthening Communities
Synopsis: The session will explore the provision of Community Transport and sustainable mobility as a social justice issue.
Mobility is key to access and participation and we will connect sustainable mobility as a foundation for achievement of a socially just society.
We are at a tipping point with aged care reform to make a real difference for the social inclusion of our elders and to harnessing their ongoing contributions to community and a social justice lense is key to this.
We will leave listeners with the challenge of measuring the social justice outcomes/impact of community transport.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Scott Bogren, Executive Director, Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA)
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Like and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for regular updates.
Do not miss your ONLY opportunity to network nationally within the Community Transport sector. Click here to secure your tickets now!
This year’s conference theme is Sustainable Mobility: Navigating the Future Together, Tipping Point 2024.
2024 presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the sector. A ‘tipping point’ as ACTA tests its Community Transport Pricing Pilot, with the potential to develop ground-breaking new models and policies that will build a sustainable, efficient community transport sector in 2025 and beyond.
Join your colleagues, ACTA and our partners as we pave the way to a sustainable future for community transport, so that we can continue to help thousands of people around the nation live their lives.
This year, tickets include a Gala Dinner (Sponsored by Orcoda), as well as a nights’ accommodation at the conference venue – so you don’t have to worry about making your way home after this fun night! Additional nights of accommodation can be purchased through Humanitix.
A taste of our outstanding line-up of speakers includes:
You will also have opportunities to check out new transport technologies from our sponsors, such as the latest in accessible vehicle conversions from Automobility, leaders in wheelchair access, and the newest electric vehicle technology from EV Automotive, the go to destination for electric vans, helping to ensure we are prepared for a green, sustainable future.
You cannot miss this opportunity, as ACTA is the only national peak body for the Community Transport sector.
With the new financial year’s arrival, and your fresh budget, secure your tickets now: https://events.humanitix.com/acta-2024-national-community-transport-conference
Who should attend?
If you have an interest in using and/or improving accessible and inclusive transport across Australia, please join us and be part of shaping this hugely important conversation.
Not a member?
Click here to apply for ACTA membership now to take advantage of member pricing.
ACTA, Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, University of South Australia
ACTA, senior staff from the Department of Health and Aged Care, as well as academics from the University of South Australia will present updates on the CHSP Community Transport Pricing Pilot.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Karni Lidell, Paralympian, Social Worker, Disability Activist, NDIS Ambassador
Title: How the Smallest of Changes Create the Largest of Impacts
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Anne Muldowney, Senior Policy Officer, Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)
Title: Transport for Ageing in Place: Enhancing mobility and reducing social isolation
Synopsis: OPAN developed a position statement on transport to advocate for improved access to a range of affordable, accessible, flexible and safe transport services for older people receiving aged care services. It is a human right to have freedom of movement and to have access to the community. Transport needs to be regarded as an essential support for older people receiving aged care services at home and in residential care. Aged care funding models should ensure equity of access to transport for health care and other services, and to maintain social and cultural connection. Appropriate investment in transport services will support older
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Terry O’Toole, CEO, TransitCare
Title: Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles – Case Study, State Taxi Scheme
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Dr George Margelis, Chair, Aged Care Industry Information Technology Council
Title: TBA
Synopsis: During his thought provoking speech, Dr. Margelis will assist you in thinking about how you can use technology to improve the customer experience, efficiency, and quality of life for people using community transport.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Russell White, Managing Director, Driver Safety, CEO, Australian Road Safety Foundation
Title: Work Related Driving
Synopsis: There is a direct connection between driving and sustainability. Driving is also the number one risk for any organisation. Vehicle incidents account for almost half of the work-related deaths and injuries in Australia. Organisations need to be proactive in how they manage that risk.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Jackie Furey, Clinical Psychotherapist
Title: The Power of Connection – Together we do what we cannot do alone
Synopsis: Clinical psychotherapist Jackie Furey believes, “nothing will affect our lives more profoundly than our relationships”. Studies show how social connection strengthens communities, and how communities strengthen their people. Jackie will share clinical research along with stories of significance and success relating to the Power of Connection – demonstrating how together, with a common purpose, we truly are the difference!
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Michael Pervan, CEO, Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority
Title: IHACPA and the Development of Aged Care Pricing Advice
Synopsis: In response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, IHACPA’s expanded role in providing independent aged care pricing and costing advice aims to ensure that aged care funding is informed by the costs of delivering care. Under the National Health Reform Act 2011 and the Aged Care Act 1997, IHACPA will provide annual advice on the costs of care and pricing for residential aged care, residential respite care and in-home aged care through development of robust cost data collections, extensive consultation and development of a pricing framework and model.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Mr Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Graham Currie FTSE, Professor of Public Transport, Director of Public Transport Research Group, Monash University Australia
Title: Exploring links between transport and social exclusion in Victoria – findings and new methods
Synopsis: This presentation outlines findings of one of the first studies to measure how transport access links to social exclusion and social well-being. The research was undertaken in Victoria and developed new measurement methods to quantify transport disadvantage and how this impacts life quality, psychological well-being and social exclusions.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Richard Rees, Senior Consultant – IT Solutions & Cyber, Loftus Technology
Title: Employee Cyber Awareness – tackling blurred boundaries and human error
Synopsis: The boundaries of digital behaviour between personal and work-related risk have never been so closely linked as they are today. Richard dives into the topic of educating employees in Cyber Awareness & PII and the role it plays in keeping your organisations secure. Today, poor personal digital behaviour quickly and easily translates to severe business risk but where and what are the boundaries and are their also wellbeing benefits in making training available.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Adam Graycar, Emeritus Professor, University of Adelaide
Synopsis: Public policy is what governments choose to do, or choose not to do. There are more claims on the government than the government has the capacity or willingness to meet. This presentation charts the fundamentals of public policy and how policy is developed and influenced.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Jocelyn Syme, Health Services Manager, & Erin Foster, Team Leader, Royal Flying Doctor Services Victoria
Synopsis: In 2022, RFDS embarked on a three-year project to expand the Flying Doctor Community Transport (FDCT) program to eight new rural Victorian communities.
The FDCT service model relies on a dedicated volunteer workforce.
The volunteer workforce is supported by local on-site staff who possess a deep-rooted understanding of local dynamics and the challenges faced by rural and regional communities. A deep understanding and connection with the communities we operate in is key to FDCT service sustainability and expansion and the success of this approach is grounded in program data.
Whilst service sustainability must be considered in monetary terms and return on investment, there is significant benefit and power in also looking at sustainability in terms of service contribution to a broader tapestry of community resilience and vitality.
By designing services that fit this metric FDCT illustrates the lasting impact of tailored, community-driven initiatives in rural settings.
Why you should listen to these speakers
Viv Cunningham-Smith, CEO, EV Strengthening Communities
Synopsis: The session will explore the provision of Community Transport and sustainable mobility as a social justice issue.
Mobility is key to access and participation and we will connect sustainable mobility as a foundation for achievement of a socially just society.
We are at a tipping point with aged care reform to make a real difference for the social inclusion of our elders and to harnessing their ongoing contributions to community and a social justice lense is key to this.
We will leave listeners with the challenge of measuring the social justice outcomes/impact of community transport.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Scott Bogren, Executive Director, Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA)
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Like and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for regular updates.
Do not miss your ONLY opportunity to network nationally within the Community Transport sector. Click here to secure your tickets now!
This year’s conference theme is Sustainable Mobility: Navigating the Future Together, Tipping Point 2024.
2024 presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the sector. A ‘tipping point’ as ACTA tests its Community Transport Pricing Pilot, with the potential to develop ground-breaking new models and policies that will build a sustainable, efficient community transport sector in 2025 and beyond.
Join your colleagues, ACTA and our partners as we pave the way to a sustainable future for community transport, so that we can continue to help thousands of people around the nation live their lives.
This year, tickets include a Gala Dinner (Sponsored by Orcoda), as well as a nights’ accommodation at the conference venue – so you don’t have to worry about making your way home after this fun night! Additional nights of accommodation can be purchased through Humanitix.
A taste of our outstanding line-up of speakers includes:
You will also have opportunities to check out new transport technologies from our sponsors, such as the latest in accessible vehicle conversions from Automobility, leaders in wheelchair access, and the newest electric vehicle technology from EV Automotive, the go to destination for electric vans, helping to ensure we are prepared for a green, sustainable future.
You cannot miss this opportunity, as ACTA is the only national peak body for the Community Transport sector.
With the new financial year’s arrival, and your fresh budget, secure your tickets now: https://events.humanitix.com/acta-2024-national-community-transport-conference
Who should attend?
If you have an interest in using and/or improving accessible and inclusive transport across Australia, please join us and be part of shaping this hugely important conversation.
Not a member?
Click here to apply for ACTA membership now to take advantage of member pricing.
ACTA, Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, University of South Australia
ACTA, senior staff from the Department of Health and Aged Care, as well as academics from the University of South Australia will present updates on the CHSP Community Transport Pricing Pilot.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Karni Lidell, Paralympian, Social Worker, Disability Activist, NDIS Ambassador
Title: How the Smallest of Changes Create the Largest of Impacts
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Anne Muldowney, Senior Policy Officer, Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)
Title: Transport for Ageing in Place: Enhancing mobility and reducing social isolation
Synopsis: OPAN developed a position statement on transport to advocate for improved access to a range of affordable, accessible, flexible and safe transport services for older people receiving aged care services. It is a human right to have freedom of movement and to have access to the community. Transport needs to be regarded as an essential support for older people receiving aged care services at home and in residential care. Aged care funding models should ensure equity of access to transport for health care and other services, and to maintain social and cultural connection. Appropriate investment in transport services will support older
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Terry O’Toole, CEO, TransitCare
Title: Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles – Case Study, State Taxi Scheme
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Dr George Margelis, Chair, Aged Care Industry Information Technology Council
Title: TBA
Synopsis: During his thought provoking speech, Dr. Margelis will assist you in thinking about how you can use technology to improve the customer experience, efficiency, and quality of life for people using community transport.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Russell White, Managing Director, Driver Safety, CEO, Australian Road Safety Foundation
Title: Work Related Driving
Synopsis: There is a direct connection between driving and sustainability. Driving is also the number one risk for any organisation. Vehicle incidents account for almost half of the work-related deaths and injuries in Australia. Organisations need to be proactive in how they manage that risk.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Jackie Furey, Clinical Psychotherapist
Title: The Power of Connection – Together we do what we cannot do alone
Synopsis: Clinical psychotherapist Jackie Furey believes, “nothing will affect our lives more profoundly than our relationships”. Studies show how social connection strengthens communities, and how communities strengthen their people. Jackie will share clinical research along with stories of significance and success relating to the Power of Connection – demonstrating how together, with a common purpose, we truly are the difference!
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Michael Pervan, CEO, Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority
Title: IHACPA and the Development of Aged Care Pricing Advice
Synopsis: In response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, IHACPA’s expanded role in providing independent aged care pricing and costing advice aims to ensure that aged care funding is informed by the costs of delivering care. Under the National Health Reform Act 2011 and the Aged Care Act 1997, IHACPA will provide annual advice on the costs of care and pricing for residential aged care, residential respite care and in-home aged care through development of robust cost data collections, extensive consultation and development of a pricing framework and model.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Mr Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Graham Currie FTSE, Professor of Public Transport, Director of Public Transport Research Group, Monash University Australia
Title: Exploring links between transport and social exclusion in Victoria – findings and new methods
Synopsis: This presentation outlines findings of one of the first studies to measure how transport access links to social exclusion and social well-being. The research was undertaken in Victoria and developed new measurement methods to quantify transport disadvantage and how this impacts life quality, psychological well-being and social exclusions.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Richard Rees, Senior Consultant – IT Solutions & Cyber, Loftus Technology
Title: Employee Cyber Awareness – tackling blurred boundaries and human error
Synopsis: The boundaries of digital behaviour between personal and work-related risk have never been so closely linked as they are today. Richard dives into the topic of educating employees in Cyber Awareness & PII and the role it plays in keeping your organisations secure. Today, poor personal digital behaviour quickly and easily translates to severe business risk but where and what are the boundaries and are their also wellbeing benefits in making training available.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Professor Adam Graycar, Emeritus Professor, University of Adelaide
Synopsis: Public policy is what governments choose to do, or choose not to do. There are more claims on the government than the government has the capacity or willingness to meet. This presentation charts the fundamentals of public policy and how policy is developed and influenced.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Jocelyn Syme, Health Services Manager, & Erin Foster, Team Leader, Royal Flying Doctor Services Victoria
Synopsis: In 2022, RFDS embarked on a three-year project to expand the Flying Doctor Community Transport (FDCT) program to eight new rural Victorian communities.
The FDCT service model relies on a dedicated volunteer workforce.
The volunteer workforce is supported by local on-site staff who possess a deep-rooted understanding of local dynamics and the challenges faced by rural and regional communities. A deep understanding and connection with the communities we operate in is key to FDCT service sustainability and expansion and the success of this approach is grounded in program data.
Whilst service sustainability must be considered in monetary terms and return on investment, there is significant benefit and power in also looking at sustainability in terms of service contribution to a broader tapestry of community resilience and vitality.
By designing services that fit this metric FDCT illustrates the lasting impact of tailored, community-driven initiatives in rural settings.
Why you should listen to these speakers
Viv Cunningham-Smith, CEO, EV Strengthening Communities
Synopsis: The session will explore the provision of Community Transport and sustainable mobility as a social justice issue.
Mobility is key to access and participation and we will connect sustainable mobility as a foundation for achievement of a socially just society.
We are at a tipping point with aged care reform to make a real difference for the social inclusion of our elders and to harnessing their ongoing contributions to community and a social justice lense is key to this.
We will leave listeners with the challenge of measuring the social justice outcomes/impact of community transport.
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Scott Bogren, Executive Director, Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA)
Why you should listen to this speaker:
Like and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for regular updates.
