IABC Canberra

02/09/2026

Save the date for our next midweek mingle!
🗓 Thursday 24 September
🕕 Starts at 6 PM
Come enjoy the warmer weather and network with local communication professionals!

As always, the first drink's on us as we catch up and talk about the latest.

This event is open to all IABC members, friends and colleagues. We look forward to seeing you.

The countdown is on…⏳ More details dropping soon!

29/07/2026

🎄 Our Christmas in July themed IABC Canberra Midweek Mingle is happening today at 6 pm

Whether you're an IABC member or joining us for the first time, we'd love to see you there.

Your first drink is on us.

Come get festive with local communication professionals - open to all IABC members, friends and colleagues.

27/07/2026

PSA for our followers Heart hands

The Australian Government is testing Australia’s new national warning system, AusAlert.

Today at 2pm AEST, a test alert will be sent to all compatible mobile devices in Australia as part of the AusAlert national test.

If the siren-like alert could make you or someone you know feel unsafe, see information about staying safe with AusAlert.

For more information you can visit ausalert.gov.au.

20/07/2026

🎄 Join us for our next IABC Canberra Midweek Mingle as we celebrate Christmas in July.

Take a break, reconnect with fellow communication professionals and make new connections over a relaxed evening of conversation and networking.

Whether you're an IABC member or joining us for the first time, we'd love to see you there.

Your first drink is on us. Register below and join us!

Come get festive with local communication professionals - open to all IABC members, friends and colleagues.

16/06/2026

Reminder: Join us tomorrow for AI and the Future of Communications.

AI is changing how communication professionals plan, create and deliver work. But what does that mean for strategy, trust, stakeholder engagement and professional judgement?

Join our panel of communications leaders as we explore the opportunities, challenges and practical realities of AI in communications.

Whether you're already using AI or just starting to explore its potential, you'll leave with insights you can apply in your work.

Join us online for a practical conversation about AI and the communication profession. Expect grounded examples and ideas you can apply now!

03/06/2026

Come join us for Canberra Chapter Event
AI and the future of Communications
17 June | Online

With AI advancing rapidly, communication teams require targeted, coordinated development. This webinar unpacks how communicators build capability, enable responsible AI use across their organisations, and adapt their roles in a changing landscape.

Featuring Ross Monaghan (Deakin University), Ange Clowry (Ora Advisory), and Anjali Srivastava (Nature Nurture), the webinar will balance professional adaptation, governance and practical application.

REGISTER - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ai-and-the-future-of-communications-tickets-1990539672745?aff=oddtdtcreator

25/04/2026

"Lest we forget"

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old...at the going down of the sun and in the morning/We will remember them". ~ Laurence Binyon

17/04/2026

Earlier this week, we brought the community together for the .

A great evening of lively conversations, new connections and a shared passion for all things communications.

Plenty of ideas exchanged, a few laughs along the way, and a strong reminder of the value of coming together as a community.

Thanks to everyone who joined us. We look forward to seeing you at the next one.

16/04/2026

Are you inadvertently ignoring 1 in 6 of your audience members? 🌏

According to the WHO, over 1.3 billion people globally live with a significant disability. In the Asia-Pacific region, that represents a massive community of stakeholders, customers, and colleagues who may be missing your message if it isn't accessible.

Communications excellence isn't just about the words we choose—it’s about ensuring those words actually reach everyone.

Elevate your comms toolkit: It’s time to master accessibility. 🎓

Join Matisse Hamel-Nelis and Lisa Riemers for an IABC Asia-Pacific webinar where we move beyond basic captions to true inclusive design.

You will learn how to:
- spot and fix common social media accessibility traps
- effectively test your own content.
- maximise your impact and reach by making comms better for everyone.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/bdtrnd97