Date: 1st Jun, 2026 - 1st Jun, 2026

Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Venue: Mantra, Lorne

Address: Mountjoy Parade Lorne, VIC 3232

Organiser: GEMS Event Management

Phone: 02 9744 5252

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Description:

This workshop will provide an in depth understanding of planning reforms and how to meet stormwater objectives, DEECA stormwater policy reform priorities, tools to demonstrate compliance and practical solutions. 

This workshop is designed to help planners, engineers, and sustainability officers to understand the relationship between urban development and water management. 

The scope will cover planning controls for different develop types, updates associated with the recent housing

statement reforms and GED, practical examples and case studies, resources to support industry practice. We will also discuss the importance of stormwater management in construction and operational phase of urban development

Attendees should bring their own laptop.

Presenters

Sara Lloyd

Group Lead, Living lands and Waters, E2Designlab

Kate Matthews

Associate Planner, Tract Consultants

Mandy Bolton

Senior Policy Advisor,  DEECA

Date: 2nd Jun, 2026 - 3rd Jun, 2026

Time:

Venue: Mantra, Lorne

Address: Mountjoy Parade Lorne, VIC 3232

Organiser: GEMS Event Management

Phone: 02 9744 5252

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As we navigate the pressures of climate change, rapid population growth, and an urgent demand for housing, the way we manage our water systems—particularly stormwater—has never been more critical. These forces are reshaping our cities and towns, placing new demands on infrastructure and intensifying the need for integrated, resilient water management.

Yet within these challenges lies opportunity.

With thoughtful planning, innovative design, and strategic asset management, we can transform stormwater from a risk into a resource. By reimagining how we interact with the water cycle—from the moment rain falls to its journey to the coast—we can enhance water security, reduce flood risks and protect our waterways.

This conference is your gateway to being part of the solution. It brings together leading minds, practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders to collaborate on the future of water-sensitive urban design and stormwater management in Victoria.

No single organisation or individual can tackle these complex issues alone. Success depends on collaboration across sectors and disciplines—working together from planning and design through to maintenance and renewal.

Join us as we turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s opportunities—from cloud to coast.

Date: 2nd Jun, 2026 - 2nd Jun, 2026

Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Venue: Mantra, Lorne

Address: Mountjoy Parade Lorne, VIC 3232

Organiser: GEMS Event Management

Phone: 02 9744 5252

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Stormwater Victoria are delighted to announce that submissions for the highly anticipated Victorian Awards for Excellence are now OPEN!

These prestigious awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and the outstanding achievements of individuals and teams shaping the future of stormwater management.

Do you have a standout project? A game-changing solution? An inspiring colleague? Now’s the time to showcase your success!

This year, alongside our project-based categories, we’re especially excited to invite nominations for the ‘Young Stormwater Professional of the Year’ – an award dedicated to recognising the rising stars of our industry. This honour shines a light on emerging talent and the next generation of leaders making waves in stormwater.

The 2026 Stormwater Victoria Awards for Excellence will be presented on the evening of Tuesday, 2 June 2026 at the Mantra, Lorne as part of the 2026 Conference.

The 2026 Stormwater Victoria Awards for Excellence entry deadline is Friday, 27 March 2026 so start preparing your entry, which should be submitted into one of the following categories:

• Excellence in Strategic or Master Planning
• Excellence in Infrastructure
• Excellence in Asset Management
• Excellence in Research and Innovation
• Excellence in Policy or Education
• Excellence in Integrated Stormwater Design
• Young Stormwater Professional of the Year

How to Submit?

Award Entry Information The Awards for Excellence Entry Kit provides potential entrants with award category entry criteria, eligibility requirements and award submission information. Click to download the '2026 Awards for Excellence Entry Kit'. Awards Submission Portal All award entries must be submitted electronically via the Awards Submission Portal. To assist entrants in putting together their submissions the portal allows you to save your entry as a draft and return to complete it by the deadline, Friday, 27 March 2026. Please ensure you have downloaded the above entry kit and have met all award entry criteria prior to starting your submission. All entries must be submitted via the Awards Submission Portal by the deadline to be considered for judging. Entry Fees For Members, entry is free of charge. For Non-members, an entry fee of $330 will apply, per submission. Member rates apply for financial members of Stormwater Victoria. This does not include student members. Upon receipt of your completed submission form, a tax invoice for the entry fee will be sent to the primary contact by email for payment. Please note payment for your submission must be received before your submission can be considered for judging.

Date: 4th Jun, 2026 - 4th Jun, 2026

Time:

Venue: Lorne & Surrounds

Organiser: GEMS Event Management

Phone: 02 9744 5252

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