National Housing Conference 2019 Housing future communities 27 30 August 2019 Darwin Convention Centre Australasia s largest social and affordable housing event Partnership opportunities Conference Convenor Conference Host www.nhc.edu.au facebook.com/nhc.aus AHURI_Research (#NHCDarwin)
Contents Your invitation to partner with NHC 2019 1 Conference Convenor 2 Conference Host 2 Top 5 reasons to partner NHC 2019 3 Who are the NHC delegates? 4 Partnership opportunities in summary 5 Partnership opportunities 6 Exhibition opportunities 18 Application form and terms and conditions 19
Your invitation to partner with Australia s largest affordable housing conference We are thrilled to stage the eleventh National Housing Conference, NHC 2019 Housing future communities, in the beautiful city of Darwin the first time the Conference has been to the Territory. We invite your organisation to partner with the Conference and champion the key national forum on social and affordable housing. The National Housing Conference has been staged in partnership between state and territory governments, and AHURI for 20 years. Convened every two years and attracting more than 1000 delegates, it is the largest housing conference in Australasia. It is the place where international and local evidence, best practice and policy come together to address challenges and develop the future landscape of housing in Australia. and deep cultural factors that must be considered to develop lasting solutions for Aboriginal communities. We have also taken advantage of the beautiful August weather in Darwin. We have doubled the opportunities for the sector to connect and network during the conference through outdoor welcome functions, a sunset conference dinner at East Point, closing conference brunch and social and cultural tours in and around Darwin. This conference is an outstanding opportunity for your organisation to champion affordable housing, connect with existing clients and meet new clients. There are a wide range of partnership opportunities available to support the conference through major, program, speaker and networking sponsorships. The National Housing Conference prides itself in connecting organisations to develop better housing in Australia. In addition to sponsoring the conference, there are great opportunities to exhibit and showcase your organisation with all our delegates at the Waterfront Networking and Exhibition Precinct. Please take the time to look through the partnership opportunities in this prospectus in detail and we look forward to welcoming you as a partner in Darwin. NHC 2019 Housing future communities is set to be a conference unlike anything you have been to before. The program will cover the pressing priority national topics such as the impact of our growing population on housing affordability, financing and growing the affordable housing sector, and building stronger partnerships with the private sector. NHC 2019 will also pay respect to our host jurisdiction with a strong emphasis on Aboriginal housing. The Northern Territory is the epicentre for the many unique challenges and opportunities for the nation in providing lasting housing solutions for our first Australians. By joining us in Darwin, you will be offered a unique insight into Aboriginal housing issues urban, regional and remote. You will have the opportunity to better understand the historical Mr Jamie Chalker APM Chair, Conference Organising Group Chief Executive Officer Department of Local Government, Housing and Community Development Dr Michael Fotheringham Deputy Chair, Conference Organising Group Executive Director Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute Limited Housing future communities 1
Conference Convenor The Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI) is a national independent research network with an expert notfor-profit research management company, AHURI Limited at its centre. Our mission is to inform and impact better housing, homelessness, cities and related urban outcomes through the delivery and dissemination of relevant and authoritative research. Through our national network of university research partners, we undertake research on priority policy issues and through active engagement, AHURI s work informs the policies and practices of governments and the housing and urban development industries and stimulates debate in the broader Australian community. Together with the Northern Territory Department of Housing and Community Development, AHURI is thrilled to host the National Housing Conference 2019 Housing future communities in Darwin. Conference Host The Department of Local Government, Housing and Community Development is responsible for providing key services to Territorians, particularly to those living in remote communities and the disadvantaged. This includes providing services and support for urban and remote housing, homelessness, town camps, local government and interpreting services. The department is committed to improving access to housing, reducing overcrowding, increasing community development and local decision making and providing governance support to councils and regional communities. The department manages more than 12,500 dwellings across the Northern Territory s 1.35 million square kilometres. In partnership with government and non-government agencies, the department strives to: provide accommodation pathways and housing options for Territorians in need, Support the Specialist Homeless Services sector to deliver accommodation and support services to Territorians who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, build stronger regions and communities through effective local government, deliver and coordinate essential infrastructure projects and services to remote communities, provide interpreting and translating services to support members of our community who speak a language other than English. 2 National Housing Conference 2019
Top 5 reasons to partner with NHC 2019 Interested in partnering with the National Housing Conference? Here are our top five reasons for your organisation should partner NHC 2019: 1. Participate in the largest and most reputable gathering of housing decision-makers from government, not-for-profit and private sectors in Australasia. 2. Demonstrate your organisation s commitment to best practice affordable and social housing provision in Australia. 3. Align your brand with the National Housing Conference and the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute Australia s leading research organisation into housing, homelessness and urban issues. 4. Network with over 800 delegates. Create your own networking space in the Exhibition Precinct and connect with new clients and stakeholders. 5. Extensive exposure and promotion of your organisation s commitment and support for the National Housing Conference and the broader housing industry via conference marketing, newsletters and website prior to the conference. In brief, your company s sponsorship or exhibition means that you will benefit significantly from exposure to an extremely interested, relevant and, above all, influential audience in an educational environment away from the competition of everyday distractions. PAYCE was delighted to have been a major sponsor of this conference in 2017. We work across an amazing industry, one that builds communities, transforms places and provides people with a basic human need; housing. Everyone that is either involved or works across this sector should attend this conference to hear first-hand the insights and outcomes for creating a better tomorrow. Dominic Sullivan, Director, PAYCE Housing future communities 3
Who are the NHC delegates? Government sector: Federal policy makers from a range of agencies State government policy makers Local government leaders Private sector: Planners, architects and urban designers Suppliers to the affordable housing industry Builders and developers Community housing sector CEOs and leaders from the sector Policy staff and practitioners Not-for-profit sector: Peak advocacy groups Housing and homelessness organisations Charities Researchers and academics Economists and financiers NHC2017 Sydney Snapshot 1,148 delegates 150+ speakers 30+ sessions 4 days NHC 2017, Sydney delegates by sector NHC 2017, Sydney delegates by state Not for profit 30% Government 26% Private 11% Research 6% Other 1% Peak 5% CHP 21% New South Wales 40% Victoria 21% Queensland 10% South Australia 8% ACT 6% Overseas 5% Western Australia 5% Tasmania 3% Northern Territory 2% 4 National Housing Conference 2019
Partnership opportunities in summary Partnership opportunity Investment (includes GST) Number of packages Page Platinum Partner Platinum Partner $45,000 Exclusive 6 Gold packages Conference App $25,000 Exclusive 7 Networking Lounge $25,000 Exclusive 8 Think Tank $25,000 Exclusive 9 Silver packages Lanyards $15,000 Exclusive 10 Official Conference Dinner $15,000 Exclusive 11 Official Welcome Reception SOLD $15,000 Exclusive 12 Official Networking Brunch $15,000 Exclusive 13 Bronze packages Pocket Program $10,000 Exclusive 14 Mindil Market Networking Event $10,000 Exclusive 14 Program packages Plenary session 1 PACKAGE SOLD $15,000 3 opportunities 15 Major concurrent session $8,250 6 opportunities 16 Minor concurrent session $5,500 18 opportunities 16 Other packages Notepads & Pens $5,000 Exclusive 17 USB SOLD $5,000 Exclusive 17 Conference supporter 2 PACKAGES SOLD $3,000 Unlimited 17 Flyer uploaded to the esatchel $660 Unlimited 17 Exhibition Precinct Exhibition Booth $4,200 25 18-19 Display Table (NFP community organisations) 16 BOOTHS SOLD $900 10 18-19 Further information Kristen Dearricott Conference and Events Manager Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute T +61 3 9660 2300 E kristen.dearricott@ahuri.edu.au Housing future communities 5
Platinum Partner Investment of $45,000 (including GST) The Platinum Partnership is the premium sponsorship of NHC 2019. The package includes exclusive sponsorship of the opening plenary and keynote speaker presentation. This package also includes a speaking opportunity. exclusive sponsorship of the opening plenary session exclusive on-screen advertisement or a brief speaking opportunity prior to the opening plenary session (as negotiated with the conference organising group) verbal acknowledgement as the Platinum Partner by MC at all plenary sessions and official functions visual acknowledgement as Platinum Partner on the sponsor slide at each plenary one double exhibition space within the Exhibition Precinct one full page colour advertisement in the conference pocket program (subject to printing deadlines; partner to provide print-ready artwork) six complimentary full conference registrations your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing logo and partner profile on the conference app your logo on the conference website with a link to your website homepage your logo included on the Partners page in the conference pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app 6 National Housing Conference 2019
GOLD Networking Lounge Investment of $25,000 (including GST) The Networking Lounge is the place to connect at NHC 2019. Your organisation will have exclusive branding of the lounge where delegates connect with colleagues and new partners. naming rights for the networking lounge exclusive branding of the networking lounge (alongside Conference convenor and Conference host) exclusive branding of floor decals directing delegates to the networking lounge verbal acknowledgement as the networking lounge partner at each plenary session visual acknowledgement as the networking lounge partner on the sponsor slide at each plenary one prime exhibition space within the Exhibition Precinct four complimentary full conference registrations your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing Housing future communities 7
GOLD Conference App Investment of $25,000 (including GST) Naming rights to the Conference App gives your organisation an exclusive banner and brand recognition on each page of the app. In 2017, 950 delegates downloaded the app to engage with presenters, participate in live polling, network and access the program. naming rights for the official conference app exclusive logo placement in the conference app banner inclusion of your logo on all slides showing the conference app audience polling results visual acknowledgement as the conference app partner on the sponsor slide at each plenary one prime exhibition space within the Exhibition Precinct four complimentary full conference registrations your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app 8 National Housing Conference 2019
GOLD Think Tank Investment of $25,000 (including GST) The Think Tank is a purpose designed space for clear and critical thinking. Think Tank sessions are intimate, dynamic and always amongst the most engaging sessions of the conference. The Think Tank is made from glass and as sponsor it has your exclusive branding. naming rights for the Think Tank exclusive branding of the Think Tank (alongside Conference convenor and Conference host) exclusive branding of floor decals directing delegates to the Think Tank verbal acknowledgement as the Think Tank partner at each plenary session visual acknowledgement on the sponsor slide at each plenary one prime exhibition space within the Exhibition Precinct four complimentary full conference registrations your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app Housing future communities 9
SILVER Lanyards Investment of $15,000 (including GST) NHC 2019 delegates receive a lanyard on arrival which includes their name tag and pocket program. This is a highly visible branding opportunity to custom design the delegate lanyard in consultation with our team. exclusive branding of the delegate lanyard your logo on the delegate name badge verbal acknowledgement as the lanyards partner at each plenary session visual acknowledgement on the sponsor slide at each plenary two complimentary full conference registrations two complimentary tickets to the official conference dinner on Wednesday night your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app We were proud to sponsor the 2017 National Housing Conference. The experience increased our visibility among clients and stakeholders, and gave us a targeted opportunity to network with key decisionmakers and influencers in the housing industry. Heidi Keepfer, Spotless 10 National Housing Conference 2019
SILVER Official Conference Dinner Investment of $15,000 (including GST) Sponsor the premium networking opportunity of the conference the Official Conference Dinner. The dinner will be held outdoors at Darwin s historic homestead Peewee s at the Point on Wednesday 28 August. Brand the event in consultation with our team. naming rights for the official conference dinner your signage to be prominently displayed at the official conference dinner (as negotiated with the Conference Organising Group; partner to provide signage) exclusive logo on the official conference dinner menu verbal acknowledgement as the official conference dinner partner at each plenary session visual acknowledgement as the official conference dinner partner at each plenary session two complimentary full conference registrations additional six complimentary tickets to the official conference dinner your logo included on the official conference signage at the conference venues (subject to production your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app Housing future communities 11
SILVER Official Welcome Reception Investment of $15,000 (including GST) SOLD The Official Welcome Reception is the most attended networking function of the conference. This event was attended by 1000 delegates in 2017. The Official Welcome Reception will be held on Tuesday 27 August at Wharf One and is the official opening to the conference. This sponsorship includes naming rights and can be branded in consultation with our team. naming rights for the Official Welcome Reception opportunity to provide a brief 3-minute speech at the official welcome reception your signage to be prominently displayed at the official welcome reception (as negotiated with the Conference Organising Group. Partner to provide signage) verbal acknowledgement as the official Welcome Reception partner at each plenary session visual acknowledgement on the sponsor slide at each plenary two complimentary full conference registrations additional six complimentary tickets to the official welcome reception your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app 12 National Housing Conference 2019
x SILVER Official Networking Brunch Investment of $15,000 (including GST) NHC 2019 will close with a beautiful tropical brunch catered by the Darwin Convention Centre at the Waterfront. The networking brunch is included as part of the official conference program and offers delegates the chance to share experiences and cement connections made at the conference. This exclusive naming rights sponsorship will leave a lasting impression on delegates. naming rights for the official networking brunch your signage to be prominently displayed at the official networking brunch (as negotiated with the Conference Organising Group. Partner to provide signage) verbal acknowledgement as the official networking brunch partner at each plenary session visual acknowledgement on the sponsor slide at each plenary two complimentary full conference registrations additional six complimentary tickets to the official conference networking brunch your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app Housing future communities 13
BRONZE Pocket Program Investment of $10,000 (including GST) The Pocket Program is the print program that provides delegates with all the information they need to know about program sessions, networking opportunities and exhibitors. This sponsorship includes branding on the front and back covers of the program and a double centrefold page advertisement. exclusive logo placement on the pocket program (alongside AHURI and the Department of Housing and Community Development, NT) double page (centrefold) advertisement in the pocket program (subject to printing your logo on the sponsor slide at each plenary one complimentary full conference registration additional two complimentary tickets to the official conference dinner your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app Mindil Market Networking Event Investment of $10,000 (including GST) The Mindil Beach Sunset Market is a laid-back Darwin community institution. It brings together the cuisine from the Top End and our regional neighbours in a beautiful beach setting. NHC 2019, Darwin is providing delegates with this networking option while taking in the market, food and drinks in a VIP area. Talk to our team about becoming the naming rights sponsor of this event. naming rights for the Mindil Market networking event your signage to be prominently displayed at the Mindil Market networking event area (as negotiated with the Conference Organising Group. Partner to provide signage) your logo on the sponsor slide at each plenary one complimentary full conference registration additional six complimentary tickets to the Mindil Market networking event your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the partners page of the conference app 14 National Housing Conference 2019
PROGRAM Plenary session (three opportunities available) Investment of $15,000 (including GST) 1x SOLD exclusive sponsorship of one keynote plenary session (excluding the opening plenary) acknowledgement of session sponsorship on conference program and all official conference marketing of this session leading up to the event exclusive on-screen advertisement (PowerPoint slide) prior to the plenary session acknowledgement as the plenary session sponsor by the MC opportunity to provide two pull up banners at the entrances to the plenary session your logo on the sponsor slide at each conference plenary two complimentary full conference registrations two complimentary tickets to the official conference dinner on Wednesday night your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app Housing future communities 15
Major Concurrent Session (six opportunities available) Investment of $8,250 (including GST) exclusive sponsorship of one major concurrent session acknowledgement of session sponsorship on conference program and all official conference marketing of this session leading up to the event exclusive on-screen advertisement (PowerPoint slide) prior to the major concurrent session acknowledgement as the session sponsor by the MC/facilitator one complimentary full conference registration your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app Minor Concurrent Session (18 opportunities available) Investment of $5,500 (including GST) exclusive sponsorship of one minor concurrent session acknowledgement of session sponsorship on conference program and all official conference marketing of this session leading up to the event exclusive on-screen advertisement (PowerPoint slide) prior to the minor concurrent session acknowledgement as the session sponsor by the MC/facilitator your logo included on the official conference signage at the venue (subject to production your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app 16 National Housing Conference 2019
Other packages Notepads & Pens Investment of $5,000 (including GST) SOLD USB Investment of $5,000 (including GST) SOLD Conference Supporter Investment of $3,000 (including GST) 2x SOLD esatchel Investment of $660 (including GST) your organisation s notepads and pens distributed to delegates as they register (Partner to supply notepads and pens) your organisation s USB s distributed to delegates as they register (Partner to supply USBs. Minimum 4GB) your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing Conference supporters are also able to upload one PDF flyer (no larger than 10MB) to the esatchel on the conference website your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the partners page of the conference app your logo on official conference signage at the Darwin Convention Centre (subject to printing your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the Partners page of the conference app your logo included in the official pocket program (subject to printing your logo included on the partners page of the conference app your logo on the conference website, with hyperlink to your website homepage your logo on the conference website, with hyperlink to your website homepage your logo on the conference website, with hyperlink to your website homepage Housing future communities 17
NHC 2019 Exhibition Precinct The NHC 2019 Exhibition Precinct is the meeting point of the conference. The 4-day program is structured to maximise an exhibitor s exposure to delegates, with all catering breaks held in the NHC Exhibition Precinct. Why become an exhibitor 1 Showcase your products and services 2 Your own central hub for networking 3 Brand exposure BCL was able to demonstrate its innovation to the sector, and how we as a NFP developer can bring insights to bridge the needs of the client group to general building market and financiers. NHC 2017 Exhibitor Charles Northcote, CEO, BlueCHP Limited 18 National Housing Conference 2019
5 6 7 8 DT4 DT5 DT6 DT7 Exhibition Precinct map Key 4 13 14 17 18 9 Exhibition booth Sold booth 3 15 16 19 20 10 Display table DT1 DT2 DT3 Networking Lounge DT8 DT9 DT10 16x SOLD 2 21 22 25 26 11 1 23 24 27 28 12 ENTRY/ EXIT ENTRY/ EXIT ENTRY/ EXIT ENTRY/ EXIT * Preliminary floorplan only subject to change and not to scale Exhibitor Booth Investment of $4,200 (including GST) Display Table Investment of $900 (including GST) * 9m sq (3m x 3m) exhibition booth one standard trestle table and two chairs power point and general lighting (additional items available at cost) listing of your organisation as an exhibitor in the conference pocket program your logo to be included on the exhibitors page of the conference app your logo on the conference website, with hyperlink to your website homepage two complimentary exhibitor registrations to attend the exhibition, morning and afternoon teas, lunches, the official welcome function and networking brunch. one standard trestle table, two chairs and display board listing of your organisation as an exhibitor in the conference pocket program your logo to be included on the exhibitors page of the conference app your logo on the conference website, with hyperlink to your website homepage two complimentary exhibitor registrations to attend the exhibition, morning and afternoon teas, lunches, the official welcome function and networking brunch. * Please contact AHURI to discuss your eligibility Housing future communities 19
Confirmation of participation To confirm your participation as a sponsor or exhibitor at the National Housing Conference 2019, please complete the adjacent application form. Once returned you will be sent a confirmation letter and tax invoice via email. All allocations will be assigned in order of applications received. Payment A payment of 50 per cent of your full investment is required to secure your booking. Final payment is due no later than June 1, 2019. Cheques Please make cheques payable to AHURI Limited Contact for more information Kristen Dearricott Conference and Events Manager T +61 3 9660 2300 E Kristen.dearricott@ahuri.edu.au www.nhc.edu.au Electronic Funds Transfer National Australia Bank, 330 Collins Street Melbourne VIC, Australia Account name Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute Limited BSB 083 004 Account number 48 244 0112 20 National Housing Conference 2019
National Housing Conference 2019 27-30 August 2019 Darwin Convention Centre Partnership application form Contact details Please note all correspondence including invoices will be sent to the contact supplied below Company name* Contact person* Position Telephone* Email* Mobile Address State Country Postcode Website* *Required Partnership opportunities (tick appropriate box/es) All partnership package prices are inclusive of GST Platinum Partner $45,000 Conference App $25,000 Networking Lounge $25,000 Think Tank $25,000 Lanyards $15,000 Official Welcome Reception $15,000 Official Conference Dinner $15,000 Plenary Session $15,000 Major Concurrent Session $8,250 Minor Concurrent Session $5,500 Notepads and Pens $5,000 USB $5,000 Conference supporter $3,000 Flyer Upload to esatchel $660 Official Networking Brunch $15,000 Pocket Program $10,000 Mindil Marketing Networking Event $10,000
Exhibition opportunities (tick appropriate box/es) All exhibition package prices are inclusive of 10% GST Standard exhibition package $4,200 Please specify number of 3m x 3m booths required Products/services to be exhibited Please indicate your 3 booth location preferences 1. 2. 3. Please select Shell scheme or Raw space for custom build Not-for-profit community organisation display package $900 Partnership opportunity acceptance Yes, my organisation accepts the entitlements as outlined in this prospectus and we confirm sponsorship and/or exhibition at the above event. We agree to the terms and conditions and cancellation policy outlined below. I agree to be invoiced for a total of $ for the items selected above. Signature Date / / Terms and conditions Deposit and payment information A tax invoice for a 50% deposit will be issued upon acceptance of this application form. Sponsorship and/or exhibition booths at the National Housing Conference 2019 cannot be confirmed until this deposit is received. The final 50% instalment is required by 1 June 2019. A tax invoice will be issued. However, if you wish to settle the balance earlier, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will issue invoice sooner. Cancellation policy information In the event of cancellation of sponsorship or exhibition booth(s), note that unless the exact sponsorship or exhibition booth is resold, the conference organising committee reserve the right to retain monies received. If the balance of payment is not received by the due date, the allocated sponsorship or exhibition booth (s) will be cancelled. Any booth or sponsorship package cancelled after 1 June 2019 will not be refunded. All cancellations must be advised in writing. Post or email your completed application form to AHURI Conference and Events manager (details below). A sponsorship/exhibition agreement and tax invoice will be sent upon acceptance of your application form. Send forms to: Kristen Dearricott Conference and Events Manager Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute Level 1, 114 Flinders Street Melbourne Victoria 3000 Australia T +61 3 9660 2300 E Kristen.dearricott@ahuri.edu.au Internal office use only Partnership opportunity acceptance Signature Date / / Sponsorship approved by AHURI Head of Marketing and Communications