2026 NFDA Conference
About this Event
Join us at Crown Melbourne for three days of connection, fellowship, networking, and shared learning with members of the NFDA community from across Australia.
The 2026 NFDA Conference is an opportunity to come together, strengthen relationships, share ideas and experiences, and invest in both professional and personal growth in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Whether you are attending for the educational program, the social events, or the chance to reconnect with colleagues and friends, we look forward to welcoming you to Melbourne.
Accommodation
Attendees are responsible for arranging and managing their own accommodation bookings.
Crown offers three accommodation options within the complex:
- Crown Towers — premium accommodation located closest to the Conference Function Rooms
- Crown Metropol — contemporary accommodation
- Crown Promenade — stylish and modern accommodation
The NFDA has secured either set rates or discounted rates across all three Crown hotels. Please ensure you review all inclusions, terms and conditions at the time of booking.
Accommodation Booking Links
- Crown Towers
- Crown Metropol
- Crown Promenade
Important Booking Information
Crown Towers
Please note that rates may fluctuate daily and discounted room rates are subject to availability. As per standard hotel policy, guests will be required to present valid photo ID and a credit card upon arrival. Only the guest named on the booking will be permitted to check in. Crown Rewards numbers may be provided to reception at check-in and added to the reservation.
Crown Metropol & Crown Promenade
Guests will require a valid credit card at the time of booking to guarantee the reservation. Accommodation payment will be completed directly with the hotel upon arrival.
Thursday 23rd
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Welcome Event | Horizon @ Crown
Info: An informal evening to reconnect, meet new attendees, and begin the conference together.
Friday 24th
Friday Conference Program | River Room @ Crown
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Arrival, Registration & Coffee
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Conference Program
Info: Presentations from Melbourne DeathTech Research Team, Footprint Training, ACCA & Sponsor Updates
Social Dinner
Info: Join us for a social dinner. Time & Location TBC.
Saturday 25th
Saturday Conference Program | River Room @ Crown
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Conference Program
Info: Presentations from Kelly Partners, HRM Consulting, Industry Discussion & Sponsor Updates. SGM time TBC.
🕑: 06:30 PM
Conference Gala Dinner | River Room @ Crown
Info: Join us for a formal dinner to close off the Conference with Comedian Lloyd Langford.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
AUD 275.00 to AUD 960.00
