A two-day event that focuses specifically on governance and leadership knowledge for board members, chief executive officers and directors of not-for-profit organisations. This year's theme is Pathfinders: Governing with Courage.

Long-term strategy is challenged by a rapidly evolving environment. Boards face uncertainty, funding volatility and the need for transformation. The Better Boards Conference assists with timely insights, practical tools, solutions and strategies to support governance and leadership roles and responsibilities. Attendees gain tools, frameworks and connections they can apply directly to their board work.

Hear presentations and discussions with strategic insights that support your board and executive in their governance and leadership role.

Key topics

• Strategic insights, case studies and information.
• Ecosystem governance, decision frameworks.
• AI Strategy, data governance, digital security.
• Conflicts of interest, boardroom conduct, chairing.
• Turnarounds, director liability, social impact reporting.
• Industry/sector strategic challenges and opportunities.
• Leadership, board recruitment and more.

Location: Cairns Convention Centre, QLD
Dates: Friday 31 July and Saturday 1 August

Earlybird discount available until Thursday 30th April 2026 (unless sold out prior). 
Team/group discount also available.