AFAC Conference and Exhibition, powered by INTERSCHUTZ, is Australasia’s leading emergency management and first responder event. Bringing together fire and rescue professionals, emergency services personnel, government representatives and industry leaders, the event provides a platform for knowledge sharing, innovation and professional collaboration.
The exhibition showcases equipment, technologies and services from national and international manufacturers and suppliers. Key sectors include personal protective equipment, emergency vehicles, response operations, fire safety and community risk reduction. Visitors can explore emerging solutions designed to improve operational capabilities, strengthen preparedness and support frontline responders.
Innovation, Education and Emergency Response
The accompanying conference features expert speakers addressing challenges across emergency management, disaster resilience and public safety. Specialist sessions explore wildfire management, extreme weather preparedness, emergency medical response, crisis management and the growing role of digital technologies.
The programme incorporates the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference, the Institution of Fire Engineers Australia National Conference and Women and Firefighting Australasia, encouraging collaboration across different emergency management disciplines.
Live demonstrations, educational presentations and professional development activities provide further opportunities to examine practical solutions and exchange expertise.
Combining industry engagement, technical education and networking, AFAC supports organisations seeking to enhance emergency response capabilities and strengthen community resilience.