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Pre-Conference Masterclass

Tuesday 6 July 

Kick-start your conference experience with our exclusive Pre-Conference Masterclasses at GEOANZ. Designed to provide focused, practical learning, these sessions offer a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge, build skills, and engage directly with leading experts in the field.

Held prior to the main conference program, the masterclasses will explore key topics in greater depth, combining expert-led presentations with interactive discussion and real-world application. Whether you’re looking to refine your expertise or explore emerging areas of practice, these sessions are tailored to deliver valuable insights you can apply immediately.

Spaces are limited to ensure a high-quality, engaging experience, so early registration is encouraged.

Join us for a hands-on, immersive start to GEOANZ and make the most of your conference journey.

Registration for Masterclasses will open soon. Watch this space. 

Masterclass 1
Barriers Masterclass
Masterclass 2
Infrastructure Masterclass
Masterclass 3
Hydraulics Masterclass
Speakers Convenor: Craig Menouhos, Fabtech
Prof. Kerry Rowe,
Prof. Malek Bouazza,
Sam Allen
Convenor: Liza Du Preez, wsp
Distinguished Prof. Jie Han
Convenor: John Cowland, Carpi Tech
Dr Danielle Cazzuffi, Graham Fairhead
Topic Introduction to Masterclass 1

Topic 1: Considerations of leakage and longevity with respect to geomembrane lined tailings facilities

Topic 2: Navigating PFAS Challenges in Geosynthetics –Interactions and Innovations

Topic 3: Recent discussions and updates of GRI GM13/GM17

Introduction to Masterclass 2

Topic 1: Geosynthetic-reinforced earth structures and stabilized roads

Introduction to Masterclass 3

Topic 1: Canal lining with geosynthetics and Tunnel lining & drainage with geosynthetics

Topic 2: Dams with floating covers

Date Tuesday, 9 July 2024
Time 1pm – 5pm
Cost Member – $275
Non Member – $375
Student – $150
Registration To register for the masterclass, you may do so during the registration process. If you are already registered for the conference, please use the link on your registration confirmation email to add the masterclass.
Please contact Charitha Samaraweera if you face any issues.
Location Conference Hall 1 Conference Hall 2 Conference Hall 3
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KEY DATES

Early bird rates open
19 May 2026

Early Bird Registration open
19 May 2026

Call for Abstracts close
11 December 2026

Program Available
8 March 2027

Early Bird Registration close
22 March 2027

GEOANZ 2027 Conference
6-8 July

Listed above are indicative key dates to assist with planning the conference. The website will be updated should the dates change.

ABOUT THE AUSTRALASIAN CHAPTER OF THE INTERNATIONAL GEOSYNTHETICS SOCIETY (ACigs)

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The International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) is a not-for-profit organisation which was founded in Paris, on 10 November 1983, by a group of geotechnical engineers and textile specialists. The Society brings together individual and corporate members from all parts of the world, who are involved in the design, manufacture, sale, use or testing of geotextiles, geomembranes, related products and associated technologies, or who teach or conduct research about such products.
www.acigs.org/about

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY

We would like to acknowledge the Wurundjeri people who are the Traditional Custodians of this Land. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present of the Kulin Nation and extend that respect to other Indigenous Australians present.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMITMENT

GeoANZ 2027 Conference strongly supports equity and inclusion for all. We embrace diversity and condemn any kind of discrimination, be it on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

CONTACT US

GEOANZ 2027 Conference
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227 Collins St, HOBART TAS 7000
P: 03 6234 7844
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