Upcoming events

  • 2026 VIC Mentoring Program Launch & Networking

    • 04 Jun 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Oracle Office – Level 5/417 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne


    2026 VIC MENTORING PROGRAM LAUNCH & NETWORKING

    The launch of the VIC Mentoring program has been scheduled to take place on Thursday, 4 June from 5.30pm. All registered VIC Mentees and Mentors are invited to register to attend the launch.

    Please obtain your registration code from events@ascla.org.

    Date:  Thursday, 4 June
    Time:  5.30 pm – 8.30 pm
    Venue:  Oracle Office – Level 5/417 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne
    Cost:  No charge. 2026 VIC Mentees and Mentors only

    Registrations close at COB on Tuesday, 2 June 2026
    Food & drinks will be served

    EVENT SCHEDULE

    5.30pm -  Registrations, formal introduction of mentee & mentor and networking.
    6.00pm - Opening
    6.15pm - Mentor, Mentee – Sharing their experiences
    6.35pm - How to access your purpose – Meaghan Siemensma, Mobiledock.
    6.55pm - Networking presentation – Stephen Lakey, ASCLA Chair
    7.30pm - Group photograph & networking. Close 


    PRESENTERS

    Meaghan Siemensma - Director of Customer Engagement, Mobiledock
    Stephen Lakey - Chair, ASCLA

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    Mentors and Mentees  who have registered for the 2026 VIC Mentoring program.


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  • NSW Vivid Sydney: Private Harbour Cruise Under Lights

    • 11 Jun 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • 'Harbour Spirit'
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    ASCLA VIVID SYDNEY: PRIVATE HARBOUR CRUISE UNDER LIGHTS

    Experience Vivid Sydney the way the foreshore crowds never will — from the water.

    Join the Australasian Supply Chain and Logistics Association (ASCLA) NSW Division for a 3-hour private cruise on Sydney Harbour during Vivid. With food and drinks included and the city's light installations unfolding around you, it's an evening designed for easy conversation and genuine connection — without the noise of a packed venue.

    Date:  Thursday, 11 June 2026

    Time:  5.30pm Check-in and registration
               6.00pm  Boat departs
               9.00pm  Boat returns to wharf

    Venue: 'Harbour Spirit'

    Pickup / Dropoff: King Street Wharf No 9

    Cost:  Members - $90   /   Non-Members - $120

    Meeting Point:  To be confirmed closer to the date.

    Registrations close at 12noon on Friday, 5 June 2026
    Places are limited, and pre-registration is required.
    Walk-ins are not permitted, so please secure your spot early.

    ABOUT THIS EVENT

    This is ASCLA NSW's first-ever private boat event, and a deliberate step away from the usual networking format. Whether you're here to meet new people across the industry or simply want to experience one of the world's most iconic harbours at its most spectacular — lit up for Vivid Sydney — you're welcome aboard. Places are limited, so book now and join us for what promises to be an unforgettable night on the harbour.

    What's included

    • 3-hour private harbour cruise during Vivid, with uninterrupted views of the light installations from the water
    • Casual catering and unlimited drinks throughout the evening
    • A sponsored industry session hosted by ASCLA
    • A relaxed pace with space to move around, meet people, spark conversations, and make meaningful connections

    On Arrival

    • Registration opens at 5:30 pm.
    • Please arrive early to allow time for
      check-in and boarding.
    • The boat departs at 6:00 pm sharp
      - the crew won't be waiting.

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    • ASCLA members and partners looking to connect with the broader supply chain community
    • Supply chain and logistics professionals across operations, planning, technology, and leadership roles
    • Organisations seeking to strengthen their networks across the supply chain sector
    • Students and graduates exploring careers in supply chain and logistics
    • Anyone looking to build meaningful connections within the industry in a more relaxed, informal setting


    GOLD SPONSOR  BEVERAGE SPONSOR
       
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  • NSW: Sydney Fish Market Site Visit

    • 17 Jun 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Sydney Fish Market, 1 Bridge Road, Glebe
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    This site visit is fully booked.

    If you would like to be added to the wait list, please register. You will be contacted if a place becomes available. 


    NSW: SYDNEY FISH MARKET SITE VISIT

    ASCLA site visit to the Sydney Fish Market. See how this high-tempo seafood hub manages flow, safety and coordination using Mobiledock for scheduling, visibility and digital operations.

    Date: Wednesday, 17 June 2026
    Time: 11.00am to 12.00noon (AEST)
    Venue: 1 Bridge Road, Glebe
    Cost: Members - No charge / Non-members - $25

    Registrations close at COB on Monday, 15 June 2026

    LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

    ABOUT THIS EVENT

    Join ASCLA for an exclusive site visit to the Sydney Fish Market, a nationally significant logistics and trading hub handling large volumes of fresh seafood daily.

    Operating in a highly time-critical environment, the market coordinates inbound deliveries from fishing vessels and suppliers, followed by rapid auction, processing and outbound distribution to retailers, hospitality venues and export channels. Maintaining product quality, traceability and flow requires disciplined processes, strong safety practices and effective coordination across multiple stakeholders.

    Attendees will gain insight into how this complex ecosystem is managed, including how scheduling, visibility and digital tools support more controlled and predictable dock operations. This includes the use of platforms such as Mobiledock to enhance coordination, improve flow and provide greater transparency.

    The visit includes a guided walkthrough, presentation and Q&A with the operations team.

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    • Supply Chain Managers and Directors
    • Transport and Fleet Managers
    • Distribution Centre and Warehouse Managers
    • Logistics Operations Leaders
    • Retail and FMCG Supply Chain Professionals



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  • VIC: End of Financial Year Networking. 18 June 2026

    • 18 Jun 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • The Wharf hotel 18/38 Siddeley Street, Docklands, VIC
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    VIC: END OF FINANCIAL YEAR NETWORKING

    Join ASCLA’s EOFY networking evening to connect with professionals across the supply chain industry. A great opportunity to build connections, exchange ideas, learn from industry peers, and plan for the year ahead as we wrap up the financial year together.

    Date:  Thursday, 18 June 2026
    Time:  5:30 pm to 8.30pm
    Venue:  The Wharf hotel 18/38 Siddeley Street, Docklands, VIC
    Cost:  Members - $25   /   Non-Members - $45
    Parking:  671-701 Flinders St, Docklands VIC

    Registrations close at COB on Tuesday, 16 June 2026


    ABOUT THIS EVENT

    Hosted by ASCLA this EOFY networking evening brings together professionals from across the supply chain industry to connect, reflect, and explore what’s ahead for the sector.

    With ongoing changes in global trade, AI, sustainability, automation, and customer expectations, the industry continues to evolve rapidly. This event offers a relaxed and engaging environment for professionals across procurement, logistics, transport, warehousing, manufacturing, operations, technology, retail, and distribution to build meaningful industry connections.

    Whether you are an industry leader, emerging professional, entrepreneur, or passionate about supply chains, this event is an opportunity to:

    • Expand your professional network
    • Exchange ideas and market insights
    • Discuss industry trends and challenges
    • Explore collaboration opportunities
    • Learn from peers across the sector

    Join us for an evening of networking, collaboration, and industry conversations as we wrap up the financial year and plan for the year ahead.

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    Professionals, students, business owners, and anyone interested in the supply chain industry are welcome to attend. This includes people working across procurement, logistics, transport, warehousing, manufacturing, operations, technology, retail, distribution, and related sectors.

    GOLD SPONSOR



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  • ASCLA Qld CEO Sleepout 2026: Uniting for Cause

    • 18 Jun 2026
    • 6:00 PM
    • 19 Jun 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • See CEO Sleepout Registration Page


    JOIN THE ASCLA QLD TEAM AT THE 2026
    QLD VINNIES CEO SLEEP OUT

    Make a real impact! Join ASCLA QLD at the Vinnies CEO Sleepout on June 18, 2026. Help us fund Vinnies' 500 Homes project and give people a safe place to call home. 

     Date:  Thursday, 18 June 2026
     Venue:  Brisbane - to be confirmed
     Time:  6.00pm to 8.00am



    ABOUT THIS EVENT

    This is your year to make a difference! Join the ASCLA QLD committee at the Vinnies CEO Sleepout in Brisbane on June 18, 2026.

    For the second year, we're stepping up to fight homelessness, and this time, we're inviting all ASCLA members to join us. By spending just one night out, you'll help fund Vinnies' 500 Homes project, a vital mission to provide stable, safe homes and critical support to those who need it most.

    Let's use our collective influence to create real, lasting change. Join the movement and help build a future where everyone has a home.

    WHO SHOULD REGISTER

    All SCLAA Members Welcome

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  • SA Site Visit to Haigh's Chocolate. 3 July 2026

    • 03 Jul 2026
    • 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Haighs Chocolate 12/13 Enterprise Dr, Salisbury South
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    SA SITE VISIT TO HAIGH'S CHOCOLATE

    Explore how Haigh’s Chocolates is redefining its operations with a new facility designed to scale production, efficiency, and national growth.

    We’re pleased to invite you to an exclusive tour of Haigh’s Chocolates’ newly developed facility—an iconic South Australian brand showcasing the next chapter of its craftsmanship and innovation.

    Date:  Friday, 3 July 2026
    Time:  2.30pm- 4.30pm
    Venue:  Haighs Chocolate 12/13 Enterprise Dr, Salisbury South
    Cost:  Members - $15  /  Non-Members - $25
    Parking:  Available on site.
    PPE required: Enclosed shoes, No Jewellery.     Vest & Lab coates will be provided 

    Registrations close at COB on Wednesday, 1 July 2026
    LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

    ABOUT THIS EVENT

    This visit offers a unique opportunity to experience the blend of heritage, precision manufacturing, and modern supply chain design that underpins one of Australia’s most respected premium chocolate producers.

    Opened as a $120 million investment, the 18,000sqm production and warehousing facility in Salisbury South represents a significant step forward in Haigh’s national growth strategy. The state-of-the-art site incorporates sustainable solar power and advanced manufacturing technology, designed to double annual production capacity while supporting the continued expansion of their retail footprint across Australia.

    This tour will provide a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how Haigh’s is scaling operations, enhancing efficiency, and future-proofing its supply chain—while remaining true to its heritage manufacturing foundations.

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    Executive Leadership & General Managers, Supply Chain Managers, Logistics Managers & Consultants, Procurement & Sourcing Leaders, and Supply Chain Operations professionals.


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  • NSW: Sanitarium Distribution Centre Site Visit. 20 July 2026

    • 20 Jul 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Sanitarium Head Office, 1 Sanitarium Drive, Berkeley Vale
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    SANITARIUM DISTRIBUTION CENTRE SITE VISIT

    The ASCLA NSW team is pleased to offer members an exclusive site tour of Sanitarium, located in Berkeley Vale, NSW, providing a unique opportunity to experience one of Australia’s leading FMCG supply chains firsthand.

    This session goes beyond a traditional walkthrough. It is designed to connect theory with practice, giving attendees direct exposure to how planning, production, and distribution come together in a high-performing environment.

    Attendees will see how decisions move through a live operation—from planning through execution—and what it takes to deliver service, efficiency, and scale in practice.

    Date:  Monday, 20 July 2026
    Time:  11.30am - 3.00pm (approximately) (AEDT)
    Venue:  Sanitarium Head Office, 1 Sanitarium Drive,     Berkeley Vale
    Cost:  Members - $29  /  Non-Members - $59
    PPE:  Fully enclosed, flat shoes required. S    afety briefing on arrival. 
    Meeting Point: Head Office Reception
    Photography: Subject to approval

    Please note: Registrations are subject to the approval by Sanitarium. Provisional confirmations will be sent to all registrants. Final confirmations will be advised on or before Monday, 13 July 2026. Full refunds will be made to anyone not confirmed to attend the site visit. 

    Registrations close at COB on Monday 13 July.
    LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

    ABOUT THIS EVENT

    Sanitarium Health Food Company is one of Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted and well-established FMCG organisations, with a strong heritage in producing nutritious, plant-based food products.

    With a focus on quality, innovation, and wellbeing, Sanitarium operates complex manufacturing and distribution networks to service retailers and consumers across the region. Their operations are underpinned by a commitment to continuous improvement, strong service levels, and efficient end-to-end supply chain execution.

    This site provides a valuable example of how a leading organisation integrates production, inventory, and distribution to consistently deliver at scale.

    AGENDA

    11:30 am – Arrival & Registration
    11:40 am – ASCLA Welcome & Overview
    11:50 am – Sanitarium Introduction
    12:10 pm – Site Tour Rotation 1     

    		 1:00 pm – Lunch & Networking
    2:00 pm – Site Tour Rotation 2
    2:50 pm – Wrap-Up & Close

    WHAT YOU'LL SEE IN PRACTICE

    • How planning decisions translate into production and operational execution
    • Real-time flow from Goods Inwards to Finished Goods
    • Managing volume, variability, and throughput in an FMCG environment
    • How inventory is positioned to balance service and working capital
    • Where constraints and bottlenecks occur and how they are managed
    • Continuous improvement in action across people, process, and technology

    KEY AREAS OF FOCUS

    • Connecting planning across demand, supply, and production
    • Achieving end-to-end visibility across the supply chain
    • Managing production flow and efficiency within UHT environments
    • Balancing service levels with inventory and waste reduction
    • Operating effectively in a high-volume FMCG setting
    • Embedding continuous improvement into day-to-day operations
    • Enabling performance through people, process, and technology

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    • Supply Chain & Logistics professionals
    • Demand & Supply Planners
    • Operations & Manufacturing leaders
    • Procurement & Inventory professionals
    • Emerging professionals and mentoring program participants


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  • Intelligent Supply Chains: AI for Resilience & Sustainability

    • 04 Aug 2026
    • University of Sydney


    The University of Sydney, Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies, in partnership with the Australasian Supply Chain and Logistics Association

     
    ITLS is a renowned international centre for world-class education, training, and empirical research in transport, infrastructure, logistics, and supply chain management. ITLS plays an active role in enhancing Australia’s economic competitiveness, environmental sustainability, and social wellbeing, through informing management practices and guiding policy directions across industry and government.

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    Intelligent Supply Chains: AI for Resilience & Sustainability

    Designing and planning resilient and sustainable supply chains has become a strategic priority in today’s uncertain, interconnected, and data-rich environment. This microcredential is tailored for corporate managers and business owners who seek to build efficient and future-proof supply chains using artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

    Course type: Microcredential
    Delivery mode: Online
    Start date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026
    Duration : 1.5 months
     Price:  $2,095.00   
       

    ASCLA Member Discount

    For ASCLA member discount, register below using the code ASCLA-2026.
    Please note: Memberships will be checked prior to confirmation of your registration.

    OVERVIEW

    Developed by supply chain experts, the program covers the foundational elements of supply chain systems while placing strong emphasis on the application of AI-powered tools to support key design and planning decisions. Through case-based learning and real-world simulations, the participants will explore how to evaluate risk and sustainability trade-offs and apply AI for scenario-based planning of high-performing supply chains that can operate efficiently and sustainably in the face of disruptions.

    By the end of the program, participants will have a robust understanding of how to integrate resilience and sustainability into supply chain design and planning, supported by cutting-edge technologies and AI-driven decision tools.

    WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

    In this microcredential, participants will:

    • Familiarise themselves with the foundations of logistics and supply chain, from design and management to transformation and digitalisation
    • Learn and work with emerging tools and technologies for managing supply chain operations, including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science.
    • Engage with new technologies designed to aid procurement, manufacturing, transportation, distribution, retail operations and integrated supply chain design and planning.

    For detailed course information, click here. 


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  • ASCLA Training Course: Career-Ready Communications

    • 04 Aug 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • On-line
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    CAREER-READY COMMUNICATION
    Speak, write and present with confidence.

    Are you a student preparing to enter the supply chain workforce and want to feel more confident communicating professionally?

    This is an exclusive, high-engagement program structured around 10 focused, one-hour live online sessions. Designed for maximum learning retention, enrolment is limited to 12 participants to ensure personalised coaching and intensive practical application. Active participation is mandatory, attendees must join all sessions with video enabled and complete preparatory assignments before each session to maximise the return on this dedicated professional investment.

    Effective communication is a key professional skill, especially in the fast-paced world of supply chain. This ten-session course, designed for tertiary students, blends practical training with real-world supply chain context to help participants communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.

    Commencement date:  Tuesday, 4 August 2026
    Time:  6pm to 7pm
    Duration:  10 weekly sessions 

    For more information and course content, Click Here.

    With small class sizes, engaging online sessions, and a focus on real workplace scenarios, participants will build practical communication skills, written and verbal, essential for transitioning from study to professional work.

    • Speak with confidence and deliver engaging presentations
    • Write clearly and professionally to make a strong impact
    • Build effective relationships through improved interpersonal communication
    • Present yourself with confidence and succeed in interviews

    Additional courses will be arranged should registration numbers require this. 





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