AFAC25 Conference & Exhibition powered by INTERSCHUTZ
Australasia’s largest and most comprehensive emergency management conference and exhibition
Hosted by AFAC in collaboration with Deutsche Messe, the Institution of Fire Engineers (Australia), Women and Firefighting Australasia (WAFA), and the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience (AIDR) bringing together emergency management professionals from across the region.
Following the record-breaking success of AFAC24, which welcomed over 4,690 attendees, AFAC25 returns to Western Australia for the first time in seven years.
Hosted at the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre from Tuesday 26 – Thursday 28 August 2025, this premier event will bring together emergency management professionals, industry leaders, and innovators to explore the latest advancements in the sector.
Perth will play a central role in hosting this essential event alongside the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services.
Recognised as the Best Trade Show and Best Event of 2024 at the Australian Business Event Awards, AFAC continues to set the standard for industry excellence. It has also been awarded Best Association Event at the EEAA Awards for Excellence in both 2019 and 2022.
AFAC25 | 26 - 29 August 2025 | Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre
AFAC25 Conference & Exhibition runs from 26–29 August, bringing you insights from over 100 expert speakers.
You'll hear from international and local thought leaders across our multi-streamed AFAC conference.
This includes the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference and the Institution of Fire Engineers (Australia) National Conference as concurrent streams.
The event concludes with the Professional Development Program on 29 August.
Australasia’s leading emergency management and first responder exhibition returns from Tuesday 26 – Thursday 28 August 2025 at the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre (PCEC), Halls 1–6.
Explore the latest equipment, technologies, and services from hundreds of national and international brands, manufacturers, and suppliers.
The AFAC25 powered by INTERSCHUTZ exhibition will feature products, services, and solutions across key industry collaboration areas, including capability, workforce, community risk reduction, response operations, and fire safety.
Who Should Attend?
AFAC24 Continuing the Conversation
Charity Partner
Lifeline WA provides all Western Australians experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Our 13 11 14 service is a nationally-routed crisis support number, available every day of the year, from any location in Australia. It is available to anyone - regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation. Also available is text support on 0477 13 11 14 and online chat on lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat
Lifeline WA is heavily reliant on public and community fundraising. We currently handle about 150,000 conversations a year and expect this number to rise. Please consider supporting us in any way you can.
A Sustainable Partnership
To deliver our greenest conference yet, AFAC25 powered by INTERSCHUTZ is once again partnering with Trace – a sustainability consulting company that removes the barriers to climate action and empowers businesses to take immediate steps forward.
Sustainable Initiatives
The AFAC25 team is thrilled to continue and grow our existing efforts and introduce further sustainable practices at the event, such as:
AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ - Sustainability Wrap Up
At the conclusion of AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ, the team examined the event data to calculate our carbon footprint using the Trace program.
The credits purchased by the AFAC Team, offset the impact of our 2024 event and contributed towards a variety of sustainability initiatives. The funded initiatives invest in the future of our planet locally and abroad. To find out more about our offsetting efforts see the the summary available here.
Active Initiatives
The AFAC25 team is thrilled to continue and grow our existing efforts and introduce further sustainable practices at the event, such as:
AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ - Sustainability Wrap Up
At the conclusion of AFAC24 powered by INTERSCHUTZ, the team examined the event data to calculate our carbon footprint using the Trace program.
The credits purchased by the AFAC Team, offset the impact of our 2024 event and contributed towards a variety of sustainability initiatives. The funded initiatives invest in the future of our planet locally and abroad. To find out more about our offsetting efforts see the the summary available here.
Attend AFAC25 in Perth
Hosting AFAC25 in Perth offers a unique opportunity to connect with Australia’s western gateway to the Indo-Pacific region. Its strategic location makes it a key hub for engagement with Southeast Asia and beyond, enhancing accessibility and fostering international collaboration.
Perth’s role as a host for major events, including the upcoming 2025 Routes Asia Summit, highlights its growing prominence in aviation and tourism, reinforcing its position in the Asia-Pacific landscape.
Beyond its strategic importance, Perth offers a vibrant cultural scene, world-class facilities, and a strong focus on innovation. Attendees can experience a city that blends natural beauty with modern infrastructure, providing the perfect environment for meaningful discussions and networking opportunities.
AFAC25 | 26 - 29 August 2025 | Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre
