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​​​​​​​Your Industry. Your Card. Your Future From 1 June 2026, AWCI Australia will officially launch the new Blue Card Program across Victoria and Tasmania, with New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia to follow from 1 July 2026 as part of a staged national rollout. Launching the AWCI Australia Blue Card Program - 20th May 2026
​​​​​​​Your Industry. Your Card. Your Future From 1 June 2026, AWCI Australia will officially launch the new Blue Card Program across Victoria and Tasmania, with New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia to follow from 1 July 2026 as part of a staged national rollout.
Website: AWCI Australia Blue Card Program
This week, I want to introduce what I call The Member Advantage. At its simplest, it’s a mindset shift. Every year, you make a decision to invest in your business through a membership subscription. The real question is not what does membership cost? The real question is: ​​​​​​​CEO BULLETIN: THE MEMBER ADVANTAGE PART 1 - 22nd April 2026
This week, I want to introduce what I call The Member Advantage. At its simplest, it’s a mindset shift. Every year, you make a decision to invest in your business through a membership subscription. The real question is not what does membership cost? The real question is:
​​​​​​​Every conversation you have about your work matters. Whether it’s with a young person considering their future, someone exploring a career change, or a potential partner looking into the industry — what you say, and how you say it, shapes how they see the wall and ceiling sector. Refining Your Elevator Pitch – Building the Future of Our Industry - 25th March 2026
​​​​​​​Every conversation you have about your work matters. Whether it’s with a young person considering their future, someone exploring a career change, or a potential partner looking into the industry — what you say, and how you say it, shapes how they see the wall and ceiling sector.
Global uncertainty and our industry As I write to you, conflict continues to unfold in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. While I would not normally comment on global affairs in a CEO bulletin, it feels important to acknowledge the broader context in which we are all operating. These events remind us that the world can shift quickly and that uncertainty is something every industry must learn to navigate. Where we are in these uncertain times - 11th March 2026
Global uncertainty and our industry As I write to you, conflict continues to unfold in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. While I would not normally comment on global affairs in a CEO bulletin, it feels important to acknowledge the broader context in which we are all operating. These events remind us that the world can shift quickly and that uncertainty is something every industry must learn to navigate.
I am pleased — and genuinely excited — to publish our Member feedback report from the recent survey for members, kicking off the year with our members’ feedback and endorsement. Launch of the 2026 Member Feedback Report - 25th February 2026
I am pleased — and genuinely excited — to publish our Member feedback report from the recent survey for members, kicking off the year with our members’ feedback and endorsement.
Over the past year, I’ve had many great conversations with members and partners across the country, and one message comes through clearly: being part of AWCI Australia — and being involved in shaping the future of our industry — is deeply valued. That sense of contribution and influence sits at the heart of Mission 1000. The AWCI Way - 11th February 2026
Over the past year, I’ve had many great conversations with members and partners across the country, and one message comes through clearly: being part of AWCI Australia — and being involved in shaping the future of our industry — is deeply valued. That sense of contribution and influence sits at the heart of Mission 1000.
At AWCI Australia, our focus in 2026 is simple: getting it right for our members. That principle sits at the heart of how we have designed the AWCI Australia National Conference in Cairns, 4–6 August 2026—a conference that is deliberately more contractor-focused, practical, and outcomes-driven themed – Embracing Transitions in a New era.  Getting It Right for Our Members - 19th January 2026
At AWCI Australia, our focus in 2026 is simple: getting it right for our members. That principle sits at the heart of how we have designed the AWCI Australia National Conference in Cairns, 4–6 August 2026—a conference that is deliberately more contractor-focused, practical, and outcomes-driven themed – Embracing Transitions in a New era.
In 2025, advocacy became one of AWCI Australia’s strongest and most visible pillars of activity. Guided by member feedback and industry need, we moved decisively from being consulted on issues to being at the table shaping policy outcomes for the wall and ceiling industry across Australia. AWCI Australia – 2025 Advocacy Report Card - 14th January 2026
In 2025, advocacy became one of AWCI Australia’s strongest and most visible pillars of activity. Guided by member feedback and industry need, we moved decisively from being consulted on issues to being at the table shaping policy outcomes for the wall and ceiling industry across Australia.
A Happy New Year and welcome to 2026. Here at AWCI Australia, we are ready for the year ahead, building on the strong foundations established in 2025. Welcome to 2026 - 07th January 2026
A Happy New Year and welcome to 2026. Here at AWCI Australia, we are ready for the year ahead, building on the strong foundations established in 2025.
As we come to the close of 2025, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank every member of the AWCI Australia community — our staff, Board, State Advisory Committee members, and all AWCI committee members — for the dedication, time and effort you have given throughout the year. Thank You for 2025 - 17th December 2025
As we come to the close of 2025, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank every member of the AWCI Australia community — our staff, Board, State Advisory Committee members, and all AWCI committee members — for the dedication, time and effort you have given throughout the year.


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  • How fast has this year gone? It certainly feels that way here at AWCI Australia. As we head into the festive season, our team has been preparing strongly for the year ahead. CEO's Message & AWCI Australia Fortnightly E-News - November 27th November 2025 How fast has this year gone? It certainly feels that way here at AWCI Australia. As we head into the festive season, our team has been preparing strongly for the year ahead. ... more
  • October has been a big month for AWCI Australia — full of energy, change, and progress. We’re moving forward with purpose, and it’s thanks to the support of our members, sponsors, and partners across the country. CEO's Message & AWCI Australia Fortnightly E-News - October 23rd October 2025 October has been a big month for AWCI Australia — full of energy, change, and progress. We’re moving forward with purpose, and it’s thanks to the support of our members, sponsors, and partners across the country. ... more
  •  As we move through August, it’s been another month of momentum for AWCI Australia. Our membership continues to grow, with new apprentices, contractors, and resellers joining across all states.  August 2025 - CEO's Message 21st August 2025  As we move through August, it’s been another month of momentum for AWCI Australia. Our membership continues to grow, with new apprentices, contractors, and resellers joining across all states.  ... more
  • Deep into these winter months, I thought it was time for a quick check-in and political wrap on the advocacy front. For those of you who caught our latest CEO Bulletins -  The “A” Word & The ‘P’ Word you'll know that our advocacy agenda is not just alive July 2025 - CEO's Message 24th July 2025 Deep into these winter months, I thought it was time for a quick check-in and political wrap on the advocacy front. For those of you who caught our latest CEO Bulletins -  The “A” Word & The ‘P’ Word you'll know that our advocacy agenda is not just alive ... more
  • As the financial year draws to a close and the heaters crank up, things are heating up here at AWCI Australia too—on every front. June 2025 - CEO's Message 19th June 2025 As the financial year draws to a close and the heaters crank up, things are heating up here at AWCI Australia too—on every front. ... more
  • We're writing to share some important developments as AWCI Australia continues its work to strengthen the industry, represent your interests, and build a stronger future for the wall and ceiling sector. Advocacy Update, Licensing Reform & New AWCI Awards Launch 30th May 2025 We're writing to share some important developments as AWCI Australia continues its work to strengthen the industry, represent your interests, and build a stronger future for the wall and ceiling sector. ... more
  • April has seen some serious momentum here at AWCI and it’s exciting to see the pace continue to ramp up, with many beginning to enjoy and like what we are trying to achieve. April 2025 - CEO's Message 24th April 2025 April has seen some serious momentum here at AWCI and it’s exciting to see the pace continue to ramp up, with many beginning to enjoy and like what we are trying to achieve. ... more
  • It’s certainly ramped up at AWCI Australia this March! March 2025 - CEO's Message 20th March 2025 It’s certainly ramped up at AWCI Australia this March! ... more
  • Is time flying or what—we’re already wrapping up February! February 2025 - CEO's Message 20th February 2025 Is time flying or what—we’re already wrapping up February! ... more
  • I hope the holiday season allowed you to reconnect with family, indulge in some deserved rest January 2025 - CEO's Message 23rd January 2025 I hope the holiday season allowed you to reconnect with family, indulge in some deserved rest ... more
  • Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with joy, laughter & happiness. See you in 2025! December 2024 - AWCI Australia E-news 19th December 2024 Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with joy, laughter & happiness. See you in 2025! ... more
  • Thanks everyone who attended the 76th AWCI Conference! November 2024 - AWCI Australia E-news 25th November 2024 Thanks everyone who attended the 76th AWCI Conference! ... more
  • Let’s keep safety at the forefront as we move forward. October 2024 - AWCI Australia E-news 23rd October 2024 Let’s keep safety at the forefront as we move forward. ... more
  • I look forward to seeing you at the AWCI Australia 76th Conference at Sea World, Gold Coast! September 2024 - AWCI 76th National Conference 25th September 2024 I look forward to seeing you at the AWCI Australia 76th Conference at Sea World, Gold Coast! ... more
  • Dear Members, I wish to make an announcement regarding the AWCI Australia CEO position to members and the industry, Rob Lucas our current CEO is departing the position of CEO, and we are pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Tengende as the next CEO to lead us forward as a National Associati... September 2024 - CEO's Message 23rd September 2024 Dear Members, I wish to make an announcement regarding the AWCI Australia CEO position to members and the industry, Rob Lucas our current CEO is departing the position of CEO, and we are pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Tengende as the next CEO to lead us forward as a National Associati... ... more