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IPWEA is the peak association for infrastructure asset management and professionals who deliver public works and engineering services. With offices throughout Australia, New Zealand and Canada, we are committed to developing the capacity and capability within the sector and delivering value to the communities we serve.

At IPWEA we provide comprehensive educational programs, technical publications, advocacy on behalf of our members, and the chance to network and collaborate with peers both nationally and internationally through our annual conferences.

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Upcoming Events


Event #3

Professional Certificate in Infrastructure Financial Management

Monday 2nd September 2024,
9:00am AEST

CPD approx. 30-40 hours
Online

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Event #1

Asset Management Foundations

Monday 10th March 2025,
9:00am AEST

CPD 25 hours
Online


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Event #2

Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning

Monday 07th April 2025,
9:00am AEST

CPD approx. 50-60 hours
Online


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Communities of Practice

AM

Asset Management

Asset Management Pathway
NAMS+
AM Committee
AUSPEC

FM

Fleet Management

Fleet Subscription
Fleet Courses
Fleet Tools & Resources
Fleet Events

ET

Emerging Technology

Street Lighting & Smart Controls
Asset Tracking
& Monitoring Program

PF

Parks & Facilities

Parks Workshop
Practice Note 10 Series
Yardstick Parks
Yardstick Facilities

IPWEA Divisions

New South Wales & ACT

Queensland & NT

South Australia

Tasmania

Victoria

Western Australia

Aotearoa New Zealand

NAMS Canada

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Divisions

IPWEA is the peak association for infrastructure asset managers and professionals whom deliver public works and engineering services.

IPWEA has divisions in every state in Australia, as well as New Zealand and Canada. In recent times, the organisation has expanded its traditional local government engineering focus to broader public works, covering all tiers of government as well as the private sector, which comprises 40% of IPWEA membership.

Click on each division to find out more!

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New South Wales & ACT

The NSW Division and ACT Branch leans heavily towards our mission and vision:- to enhance the quality of life of NSW and ACT communities through excellence in public works and services. Our membership has a broad reach as a recognised leading professional association that effectively informs, connects, represents and leads public works professionals both within state and local government.

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Queensland & NT

Our purpose is to enhance the quality of life for communities in Queensland by advancing the skills, knowledge and resources available to those involved in the planning and provision of public works and services. We are not just engineers! We welcome anyone actively involved in the delivery of public works and services in Queensland including urban planners and designers, technical officers, supervisors, fleet managers, operational managers, and those providing products and services for our communities.

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South Australia

IPWEA SA exists for its members. IPWEA SA is an independent division of IPWEA, providing member services and advocacy for those involved in public works and engineering services and public infrastructure management in South Australia. Our vision is to support our members to enhance the quality of life of our communities through their involvement in public works and services.

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Tasmania

IPWEA (Tas) represents persons involved in and managing, maintaining and operating local government and public works infrastructure and services to the community. Our members include those working in the areas of roads, bridges, asset management, water supply and sewerage, stormwater systems, parks and gardens. Our role is to provide member services and advocacy that advance the professional and technical interests for our members.

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Victoria

We support the people responsible for developing, delivering and managing public infrastructure to create thriving communities. We build networks, connect people and share ideas. We initiate, advocate, collaborate and educate. We value and nurture our IPWEA family. We enable better public works.

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Western Australia

The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (WA) is a member-based professional association that works to enhance the quality of life of our urban, regional, rural and remote communities through the provision of excellent public works and services.

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Aotearoa New Zealand

IPWEA New Zealand / Aotearoa is the peak body for professionals in infrastructure asset management and engineering services. We are committed to our members in New Zealand / Aotearoa and the communities you serve. We are continually reviewing member engagement, business partners, and services to best support you with what matters most.

Find Out More About NAMS Canada

NAMS Canada is a not-for-profit registered company established on 17th November 2014. It is a subsidiary of the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA) and uses IPWEA’s NAMS+ system to assist Canadian and North American local governments and public works entities improve the way they manage their public infrastructure assets.

New South Wales & ACT

Find Out More About IPWEA
New South Wales & ACT

The NSW Division and ACT Branch leans heavily towards our mission and vision:- to enhance the quality of life of NSW and ACT communities through excellence in public works and services. Our membership has a broad reach as a recognised leading professional association that effectively informs, connects, represents and leads public works professionals both within state and local government.

Queensland

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Queensland

Our purpose is to enhance the quality of life for communities in Queensland by advancing the skills, knowledge and resources available to those involved in the planning and provision of public works and services. We are not just engineers! We welcome anyone actively involved in the delivery of public works and services in Queensland including urban planners and designers, technical officers, supervisors, fleet managers, operational managers, and those providing products and services for our communities.

Victoria

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Victoria

We support the people responsible for developing, delivering and managing public infrastructure to create thriving communities. We build networks, connect people and share ideas. We initiate, advocate, collaborate and educate. We value and nurture our IPWEA family. We enable better public works.

South Australia

Find Out More About
South Australia

IPWEA SA exists for its members. IPWEA SA is an independent division of IPWEA, providing member services and advocacy for those involved in public works and engineering services and public infrastructure management in South Australia. Our vision is to support our members to enhance the quality of life of our communities through their involvement in public works and services.

Tasmania

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Tasmania

IPWEA (Tas) represents persons involved in and managing, maintaining and operating local government and public works infrastructure and services to the community. Our members include those working in the areas of roads, bridges, asset management, water supply and sewerage, stormwater systems, parks and gardens. Our role is to provide member services and advocacy that advance the professional and technical interests for our members.

Western Australia

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Western Australia

The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (WA) is a member-based professional association that works to enhance the quality of life of our urban, regional, rural and remote communities through the provision of excellent public works and services.

Aotearoa New Zealand

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Aotearoa New Zealand

Institute of Public Works Engineers Australasia – New Zealand (IPWEA NZ) is the industry association for professionals who deliver public works and engineering services to communities in New Zealand. IPWEA NZ provides services to its members and advocacy on their behalf and provides regular continuing professional development, conferences, technical publications, and the chance to be involved in special interest groups.

NAMS Canada

Find Out More About NAMS Canada

NAMS Canada is a not-for-profit registered company established on 17th November 2014. It is a subsidiary of the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA) and uses IPWEA’s NAMS+ system to assist Canadian and North American local governments and public works entities improve the way they manage their public infrastructure assets.

Our Partners


Komatsu

Komatsu - Corporate Partner​

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. For a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Front-line industries worldwide use Komatsu solutions to develop modern infrastructure, extract fundamental minerals, maintain forests and create consumer products. The company's global service and distributor networks support customer operations to enhance safety and productivity while optimising performance.

AUSPEC

AUS-SPEC - Corporate Partner​

AUS-SPEC is the national specification system for the design, construction, maintenance and operation of local government assets. AUS-SPEC packages are supplied on a subscription basis and are updated every October.

Brightly

Brightly - Principal Partner​

Brightly Software, a Siemens company, enables organisations to manage the entire lifecycle of their assets, facilities and infrastructure. As the global leader in intelligent asset management solutions for more than 25 years, Brightly’s sophisticated cloud-based platform is expertly designed to improve capital planning through smarter, data-driven decision making, empower technicians to predict, prioritize and manage preventative maintenance activities, and support organizations to achieve sustainability, compliance and efficiency goals. Combined with award-winning training, legendary support and managed services, more than 12,000 clients worldwide depend on Brightly to optimise their teams, operations and strategic planning initiatives.

BYDA

Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) - Associate Partner​

Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) is Australia’s leading authority on utility damage prevention. We aim for zero damage, zero harm, and zero disruption by promoting safe work practices near utility infrastructure to prevent injury and minimise utility damage. Partnering with utilities, councils, and private enterprises, we provide free tools like the BYDA referral service to identify underground utilities and the Look Up and Live app for overhead powerline information. These tools play a vital role in supporting safe work practices and are essential for anyone planning work near utilities.

CU Phosco

CU Phosco - Associate Partner​

CU Phosco Australia Pty Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of CU Phosco Lighting which is the longest established and premier exterior lighting group in the UK. We have, since 1923. We offer a comprehensive package, from the initial consultation to the design, manufacturing, and delivery of complete solutions for all exterior lighting applications including street lighting, area lighting, sports fields and airports. Our Connected Urban range of smart poles provide cities and councils with the opportunity for recurring revenue through renting the space within and on the poles to the telecom operators.

Komatsu
AUSPEC

Principal Partner

Brightly

Associate Partners

BYDA
CU Phosco