About this Event
The Student Accommodation Association (SAA) is delighted to invite you to our Industry Lunch in New South Wales. Join us for an afternoon of insightful discussion, expert perspectives, and industry networking at Parliament House NSW on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.
Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, 22 April 2026
- Time: 12:00PM - 2:30PM
- Venue: Strangers' Room Parliament House NSW
This event brings together leaders from across the student accommodation, education, and government sectors, and those who provide support services to the student accommodation sector to explore how high standards in accommodation are shaping the international student experience in New South Wales.
Arriving early? Make the most of your visit by joining our National Property Accreditation Scheme (NPAS) Information Session (10:15 AM - 11:30 AM) before lunch. This free session offers an introduction to NPAS and explores how accredited student accommodation supports student safety, experience, and confidence in global markets.
Keynote Presentations
The Lunch will feature a series of keynote presentations and a panel discussion, providing expert insights into the future of student accommodation in New South Wales.
- Supporting Sustainable Growth Through Access to Quality Accommodation in NSW, Nate Henderson, Associate Director, Study NSW
- A Deep Dive into the Study NSW Student Sentiment Survey, Iori Forsyth, Senior Associate, Study NSW
- Setting the Standard: Minimum Standards in Student Accommodation, Geoff Denison, President, and Rebecca Bendall, Committee Member of Student Accommodation Association
Discussion Panel: Enhancing student experience and safety through student accommodation quality standards
Facilitator: Pr Kent Anderson
Panellists:
- Nate Henderson, Associate Director, Study NSW
- Matthew Bowerman, Housing Manager, University of Technology Sydney
- Weihong Liang, President, International Students Representative Council Australia
- Rebecca Bendall, Committee Member, Student Accommodation Association
Ticket Prices:
- Members (SAA): $ 90 per head (Inc. GST)
- Members (SAA) Table of 10: $800 per table (Inc. GST)
- Non-Executive Members (SAA): $105 per head (Inc. GST)
- ISANA Members: $105 per head (Inc.GST)
- Non-Members: $115 per head (Inc. GST)
Includes a two-course meal and soft drink, coffee, and tea.
As places are limited, tickets should be purchased strictly in advance by Wednesday 13th April 2026.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
NSW Parliament, 6 Macquarie Street, Sydney, Australia
AUD 90.00 to AUD 800.00
