2025 APEN Conference
Exciting News! - The 2025 APEN International Conference:
Tech + Extension: A Powerful Partnership for Change,
will be held in Brisbane, 14th - 16th October 2025.
The APEN Board has accepted the very professional proposal from APEN Queensland Regional Coordinator, Caroline Coppo to host the 2025 APEN International Conference in Brisbane, in partnership with the Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA).
Save the dates to join us at the Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane, Australia.
The Committee are working away planning this year’s conference and includes sub-committees working on the following:
- Logistics – being led by Ossie Lang
- Programming – being led by Caroline Coppo
- Communications – being led by Alice Long
- Publications – being led by Roy Murray -Prior
- APEN Awards – Noel Ainsworth and Olivia Weatherburn
Should you have any questions around the conference please email olivia.weatherburn@beeflambnz.com or Caroline Coppo Caroline.Coppo@daf.qld.gov.au
Partner with Us at APEN 2025
The APEN 2025 International Conference will be held from 14–16 October at the Brisbane Showgrounds, bringing together more than 260 extension professionals, producers, researchers, and innovators from across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific and beyond.
This year’s theme, Tech + Extension: A Powerful Partnership for Change, reflects the evolving landscape of agricultural and community change-making. It’s a space where ideas are shared, connections are made, and new approaches take root.
Why Sponsor?
As a sponsor, you’ll gain high-visibility access to a targeted and passionate audience of changemakers working across government, industry, agribusiness, education, consulting, and the community development sectors.
Whether you want to support professional development, highlight your innovation, or connect with leaders shaping the future of rural and regional industries—there’s a sponsorship package to suit your goals.
From gala dinners and keynote sessions to field trips and the conference app, APEN offers a range of partnership opportunities starting from $500.
We also welcome conversations about tailored sponsorships that align with your organisation’s mission and audience.
Let’s Talk
To explore the sponsorship prospectus or discuss how we can work together, please get in touch with:
Beck Burgess
📧 events@beckburgessconsulting.com
📞 0438 262 966
Please get in touch by 30 May 2025 to express your interest and secure your place.