Workshops
TEFMA hosts an annual program of workshops, with content tailored to the specific needs of members working in higher education property and facilities management.
TEFMA Asset Management Workshop
Monday 02 March, 2026 - Tuesday 03 March 2026
Join us in March at Tramsheds Launceston, Tasmania, for our Two-Day Asset Management Workshop.
The modern facilities asset manager faces unprecedented challennges and opportunities in how assets are planned, maintained, and transformed to meet evolving institutional needs.
Join us for the TEFMA Asset Management Workshop, a two-day immersive experience taking place in Tasmania in March 2026.
This workshop focuses on the critical areas of Asset Planning, Asset Optimisation, Asset Performance, and Asset Transformation, offering insights, tools, and strategies to create smarter, more resilient, and future- ready infrastructure portfolios.
Through expert-led sessions, innovative showcases, and hands-on workshops, attendees will explore how to align asset strategies with organisational goals, extend asset life cycles, and adapt to evolving trends in technology, sustainability, and risk management.
REGSITRATION
| Registration Type | Early Bird Rates (Closing 8 February 2026) | Standard Rate |
| Member Workshop | $950.00 | $1,050.00 |
| Non-Member Workshop | $1,150.00 | $1,250.00 |
Please register using the link HERE
ACCOMMODATION
Distance from Tramsheds Launceston: 6 minute drive or 8 minute walk. Please see directions here.
Accommodation can be booked through the Hotel Verge website here . At checkout please enter the code 'MHG' and you will receive a 15% discount.
Referencing the precinct’s early industrial heritage, Hotel Verge's contemporary design features spacious, well-appointed hotel rooms with an industrial luxe persona. Thoughtfully designed and tastefully equipped rooms are complimented with luxurious bathroom products, free wi-fi and movies, a fully equipped hotel gym, and free on-site parking for hotel guests (subject to availability).
Whether you wish to utilise our sleek function rooms or explore the many local attractions, our exceptional service and ideal CBD location makes us the perfect choice for the discerning traveller.
At checkout please enter the code 'MHG' and you will receive a 15% discount.
Booking link HERE
Distance from Tramsheds Launceston: 8 minute drive or 12 minute walk. Please see directions here.
Experience timeless comfort & classic Charm at Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston, where you can rejuvenate in spacious rooms and suites that offer scenic views of Launceston’s charming cityscape.
Your adventure begins with a stay that places you right in the middle of it all. Set amidst lively shopping, culinary delights, and the natural beauty of the Tamar Valley wine region, Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston offers a unique 4.5-star experience that stands out.
Immerse yourself in the charm of Launceston, with must-visit spots like City Park, the Tasmanian Design Centre, and the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery just a stone's throw away. And with our prime location near Princess Theatre, Boag’s Brewery, UTAS Stadium and Cataract Gorge, our hotel is the perfect starting point for exploring all the treasures of Northern Tasmania.
*15% discount valid for stay dates between: Sunday 1st March - Wednesday 4th March
Booking link HERE
Contact reservations@hgclaunceston.com.au for any queries.
Best Western Plus Launceston
Distance from Tramsheds Launceston: 5 minute drive or 15 minute walk. Please see directions here.
If location in a city is the key to your perfect break or holiday, then the Best Western Plus Launceston is the ideal place for you. Not only is the hotel well positioned, it boasts a fantastic in-house restaurant and the iconic Tram Bar which contains a Circa 1911 Launceston Tram. You can dine in the restaurant, or the bar or if you prefer, we offer room-service during the Tram Bar's trading hours.
Ideally located on Earl Street just a two-minute walk to the main shopping strip, The Mall, where you will find all the services you may need banks, chemists, coffee shops, theatres and restaurants.
Booking Link HERE
Booking Code: TEFMA
Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to arrival.
Contact Reservations97435@mfaam.com.au for any queries.
NETWORKING FUNCTION
Please tick the box to confirm your attendance at the networking function on Monday, 2 March, during registration. Further details and the event location will be announced soon.
WORKSHOP CALL FOR PAPERS
Submit your abstract HERE
The modern facilities asset manager faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities in how assets are planned, maintained, and transformed to meet evolving institutional needs.
Join us for the TEFMA Asset Management Workshop, a two-day immersive experience taking place in Tasmania in March 2026.
This workshop focuses on the critical areas of Asset Planning, Asset Optimisation, Asset Performance, and Asset Transformation, offering insights, tools, and strategies to create smarter, more resilient, and future-ready infrastructure portfolios.
Through expert-led sessions, innovative showcases, and hands-on workshops, attendees will explore how to align asset strategies with organisational goals, extend asset life cycles, and adapt to evolving trends in technology, sustainability, and risk management.
Come and present at the Asset Workshop in 2026. Presenters will have the opportunity to share insights with peers and sector leaders, fostering professional growth and collaboration. Presentation topics are to be based off one or more of the following themes:
Asset Planning
Smart Assets, Smarter Decisions: Leveraging AI and IoT for Strategic Asset Planning
From Registers to Roadmaps: Building Effective Asset Management Plans
Balancing Compliance and Innovation: Planning Assets for Safety, Sustainability, and Growth
Asset Optimisation
Maximising Asset Value: Practical Strategies for Lifecycle Cost Optimisation
The Agile Portfolio: Adapting Asset Strategies for Changing Campus Needs
Data-Driven Decisions: Using Analytics to Prioritise Investment and Maintenance
Asset Performance
Beyond Condition: Measuring and Improving Asset Performance in Real Time
Underperforming Assets, Untapped Potential: Identifying and Addressing Hidden Risks
The Power of Performance Metrics: Turning Data into Actionable Insights
Asset Transformation
From Legacy to Leading Edge: Transforming Assets to Support Institutional Evolution
Reimagining Infrastructure: Designing for Resilience, Innovation, and Well-Being
Sustainable Asset Transformation: Integrating Green Technologies and Circular Principles
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SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS
Abstract details: No more than 150 words to be received.
Abstract submission deadline – 2 February 2026
Notification of abstract acceptance – 16 February 2026
SELECTION CRITERIA
The workshop organising committee will review all abstracts received only by the submission deadline. Abstracts will be reviewed and judged relative to the themes listed above, suitability to the audience, technical content, and practical application. The quality and content of the abstract presentation will be considered as an indication of the quality expected in the presentation.
GUIDELINES
Authors notified of selection will be sent guidelines to assist in the formatting of their final paper. Final acceptance into the program will be conditional upon receipt of the final manuscript by the due date. Reasons for rejection of abstracts will not be provided.
Note that all presentations must include one presenter who is currently employed by a tertiary education provider.
PRESENTATION FORMAT
Each presenter will have 25 minutes per session, including time for questions. A microphone, computer and large screen will be available for visual displays. No other audio-visual equipment is available.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Contact the professional event’s organiser for further information: events@tefma.com or 02 9431 8600
Submit your abstract HERE
PARTNER WITH US
We have some exciting and exclusive opportunities for you to align your brand with, and to support the Assets Workshop in March. Visit the prospectus with opportunities including the prime Workshop Sponsor package, Keynote Speaker Sponsor and more.
To discuss the variety of sponsorship opportunities available to you, please reach out to Nick McNaughton at events@tefma.com.
TEFMA Sustainability Workshop
Monday 22 June, 2026 - Tuesday 23 June, 2026
Join us in June at Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, for our Two-Day Sustainability Workshop.
Registration and more details to come shortly
