AFPA - Australian Flexible Pavement Association

Join us in Queensland for an inspiring International Women's Day panel discussion featuring keynote speaker Nora Fraser, Award-Winning Social Entrepreneur, alongside esteemed panelists Madeleine McManus (CEO, CPEE), Kirsty Bilton (A/Deputy Chief Engineer, TMR), and Amanda Yeates (CEO, SunCentral) 📅 Date: Thursday, March 6th ⏰ Time: 7 AM – 9 AM AEST 📍 Venue: Victoria Park 🚨 Register by: 27th February Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate! 🎉 Register now: https://www.afpa.asn.au/events-2/ A special thank you to Puma Energy Bitumen for their generous support in making this event possible! #IWD2025 #WomenInLeadership #Empowerment #Networking

Please join us for 18 holes of golf on Friday June 13, 2025 at the Kew Golf Course. This corporate golf day will be bigger and better than ever before and will include many extras. Numbers are limited so get in quickly. This year we are once again running with an Ambrose format with secret handicapping, which worked well last time. Mixed and Ladies teams are very much encouraged. The day will start from 8:00am and lunch at 12.30pm. It will be the same fun filled day, with great networking opportunities, catching up with industry colleagues and if we are lucky great weather and some really good golf. Thanking our sponsor Altus Traffic Australia Wirtgen Group and Astec Australia Register now https://www.afpa.asn.au/2025-afpa-golf-day-vic/ #VIC #golfday #networking #VICevents

AfPA National Proficiency Testing Round 2025 - Now Open! AfPA and its members have been conducting proficiency testing since 2004. Proficiency testing involves the determination of laboratory performance by means of interlaboratory comparisons. AfPA proficiency testing involves participating laboratories to undertake selected asphalt, bitumen and/or aggregate tests, and their results are compared to those of other participating laboratories. Apart from the benefits to individual laboratories in terms of improving consistency, the results have enabled AfPA to propose improvements to test methods nationally. The 2025 round will again be a national undertaking, providing all AfPA members and stakeholders the opportunity to be part of the industry drive to continually improve consistency and confidence in test results. Testing in this round will cover the following streams: 🔹 Stream 1 – Asphalt tests (asphalt mix sample will be provided) 🔹Stream 2 – Binder extraction and testing (asphalt mix sample and binder sample will be provided) 🔹Stream 3 – Coarse aggregate tests (coarse aggregate sample will be provided) 🔹Stream 4 – Resilient modulus (asphalt mix sample will be provided) 🔹Stream 5 – Wheel tracking (asphalt mix sample will be provided) 🔹Stream 6 – Moisture sensitivity: Tensile strength ratio (TSR) (asphalt mix sample will be provided) 🔹Stream 7 – Polymer Modified Binder test (binder samples will be provided) 🔹Stream 8 – Fine Aggregate and Filler Samples (fine aggregate and filler sample will be provided) 🔗 View more on https://www.afpa.asn.au/national-proficiency-testing-round-2025/ #AfPA #ProficiencyTesting #LaboratoryTesting

🚧Join Your Industry Partners for a Forum focused on transforming your approach to rural and regional road management and maximising maintenance outcomes.🚧 #AfPA and AustStab are proud to co-host a two-day forum focused on improving maintenance and rehabilitation strategies for local and regional roads. This essential event is designed for professionals seeking innovative, sustainable, and evidence-based solutions to address the complex challenges of road infrastructure while creating resilient networks. 📍 Forum Locations & Dates: 📅 Bendigo – 11-12 March 2025 📅 Port Augusta – 1-2 April 2025 📅 Murray Bridge – 3-4 April 2025 📅 Lismore – 14-15 May 2025 📅 Dubbo – 20-21 May 2025 Why Attend? This forum is the premier event for state and local government professionals, contractors, and consultants who are addressing the unique demands of rural and regional road networks. It provides a collaborative platform to share best practices, sustainability-focused strategies, and actionable insights from road asset owners, as well as private sector leaders. Attendees will discover innovative approaches to maintaining and improving the critical roadways that connect rural communities to urban centres. 📢 A big thank you to our sponsors: BildGroup, Fulton Hogan, and Stabilised Pavements of Australia 📅Register now: https://www.afpa.asn.au/events-2/ #RoadManagement #RuralRoads #RegionalInfrastructure #SustainableRoads @thebildgroup Fulton Hogan Stabilised Pavements of Australia

Asphalt Placement & Compaction – Hands-On Training! Enhance your skills with our face-to-face course on asphalt placement and compaction! Designed for engineers, supervisors, and asphalt crews, this practical training ensures you achieve safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes. Learn to minimise rework, apply industry standards, and master key techniques for durable, smooth pavements. What you’ll gain: - Practical field construction techniques - Best practices for asphalt placement & compaction - Knowledge to improve efficiency & cost-effectiveness Don’t miss this essential training—secure your spot today https://www.afpa.asn.au/registrations/ #AfPA #AsphaltTraining #AsphaltPlacement

Please join us for 18 holes of golf on Friday June 13, 2025 at the Kew Golf Course. This corporate golf day will be bigger and better than ever before and will include many extras. Numbers are limited so get in quickly. This year we are once again running with an Ambrose format with secret handicapping, which worked well last time. Mixed and Ladies teams are very much encouraged. The day will start from 8:00am and lunch at 12.30pm. It will be the same fun filled day, with great networking opportunities, catching up with industry colleagues and if we are lucky great weather and some really good golf. Thanking our sponsorAltus Traffic Australia Wirtgen Group and @Astec Australia Register now https://www.afpa.asn.au/2025-afpa-golf-day-vic/ #VIC #golfday #networking #VICevents

🚧 Join Your Industry Partners in Murray Bridge – 03 and 04 April 2025! 🚧 Don't miss the third forum of the series, where industry experts come together to transform rural and regional road management. #AfPA and AustStab are proud to co-host a two-day forum dedicated to enhancing maintenance and rehabilitation strategies for local and regional roads. This must-attend forum is designed for professionals eager to explore innovative, sustainable, and evidence-based solutions to tackle road infrastructure challenges and build resilient networks. 💡 Why Attend? This forum brings together state and local government professionals, contractors, and consultants to address the unique demands of rural and regional road networks. It provides a collaborative platform to share best practices, sustainability-focused strategies, and actionable insights from road asset owners, as well as private sector leaders. Take away innovative approaches to maintain and improve critical roadways that connect rural communities to urban centres. Thank you to our forum sponsor BildGroup 📅 Register now: https://www.afpa.asn.au/events-2/ #RoadManagement #RuralRoads #RegionalInfrastructure #SustainableRoads @thebildgroup

🌟 Join Us in VIC to Celebrate International Women’s Day! 🌟 Be part of the VIC International Women’s Day Industry Event Series 2025 on 4 March 2025, from 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM AEDT at Kew Golf Club. 🚧 #AfPA is dedicated to inspiring, acknowledging, and engaging women across the flexible pavement industry, construction sector, and beyond. This event celebrates the achievements of women in our industry while promoting gender diversity, awareness, and action to break down barriers. Secure your spot today! https://www.afpa.asn.au/events-2/ A special thank you to our event sponsor License4work. #IWD2025 #WomenInIndustry #GenderDiversity #afpa @licences4workmelbourne

🚧 Join Your Industry Partners in Port Augusta – 01 and 02 April 2025! 🚧 Don't miss the second forum of the series, where industry experts come together to transform rural and regional road management. #AfPA and AustStab are proud to co-host a two-day forum dedicated to enhancing maintenance and rehabilitation strategies for local and regional roads. This must-attend forum is designed for professionals eager to explore innovative, sustainable, and evidence-based solutions to tackle road infrastructure challenges and build resilient networks. 💡 Why Attend? This forum brings together state and local government professionals, contractors, and consultants to address the unique demands of rural and regional road networks. It provides a collaborative platform to share best practices, sustainability-focused strategies, and actionable insights from road asset owners, as well as private sector leaders. Take away innovative approaches to maintain and improve critical roadways that connect rural communities to urban centres. Thank you to our forum sponsor BildGroup 📅 Register now: https://www.afpa.asn.au/events-2/ #RoadManagement #RuralRoads #RegionalInfrastructure #SustainableRoads @thebildgroup

🌟Celebrate International Women’s Day with us! 🌟 Join us for the SA International Women’s Day Industry Event Series 2025 on 28 February 2025, from 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM ACDT at Jarmer’s Kitchen, 18 Park Terrace, Bowden, SA 5007. #AfPA is committed to inspire, acknowledge and engage women from across the flexible pavement industry, the broader building and construction sector and beyond. Our event celebrates the achievements of women from our industry and to promote gender diversity, increase awareness and positive action to address barriers facing women in our industry. Don’t miss out – register today: https://www.afpa.asn.au/events-2/ Interested in Sponsorship? https://www.afpa.asn.au/wp content/uploads/2024/12/AfPA-IWD-State-Partnership-Proposal.pdf #IWD2025 #WomenInIndustry #GenderDiversity #AfPA

AfPA is excited to host its International Women’s Day Industry Event Series 2025 across SA, VIC, QLD, NSW, and WA! #AfPA is committed to inspire, acknowledge and engage women from across the flexible pavement industry, the broader building and construction sector and beyond. Our event celebrates the achievements of women from our industry and to promote gender diversity, increase awareness and positive action to address barriers facing women in our industry. A special thank you to our event sponsors: Just Careers Training / Licences 4 work (VIC State Event Sponsor), Puma Bitumen (QLD State Event Sponsor), Colas Australia(NSW State Event Sponsor) Don’t miss out – register today: https://www.afpa.asn.au/events-2/ Interested in Sponsorship?https://www.afpa.asn.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/AfPA-IWD-State-Partnership-Proposal.pdf #IWD2025 #WomenInIndustry #GenderDiversity #AfPA

🚧 Understanding Bituminous Binders & Emulsions is Critical for Success 🚧 Choosing the right materials is critical for road construction and maintenance. A deep understanding of bituminous binders and emulsions helps you make informed decisions, reduce rework, and save costs. This Intermediate-level course covers key specifications, material properties, and selection criteria to ensure the best results for every project. Course Highlights: • Master Polymer Modified Binders (PMBs) & emulsions. • Learn best practices for handling, storage, and application. • Gain insights into Austroads specifications and material selection. Who Should Attend? Engineers, Technical Officers, Consultants, Asset Managers. 👉Enrol today to enhance your expertise! https://www.afpa.asn.au/registrations/ #AfPA #BituminousBinders #Emulsions #TechnicalTraining #RoadMaintenance #ConstructionMaterials