WRIQ

Industry Forum: Lithium Battery Management & Risk
2026-06-23 14:00 - 17:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | To be advised
As lithium-ion battery use accelerates across households, businesses and industry, so too do the safety, regulatory and operational challenges facing Queensland’s waste and resource recovery sector. This dedicated afternoon forum will bring industry leaders, operators, policymakers and safety specialists together for a focused discussion on lithium battery management — from prevention and risk mitigation through to recovery, regulation and future solutions.
Designed to move beyond awareness and toward coordinated, practical solutions that protect workers, infrastructure and the broader community, the forum will feature expert speakers, facilitated discussion and structured industry brainstorming to identify practical actions and priority areas for 2026 and beyond. The goal is simple: reduce risk, improve recovery outcomes, and strengthen collaboration across the supply chain.
Key areas of industry focus may include:

Fire prevention and site safety improvements
Collection and segregation best practice
Community education and behaviour change
Producer responsibility and stewardship reform
Insurance impacts and risk allocation
Regulatory settings and compliance challenges
Technology and infrastructure investment
Data gaps and incident reporting consistency
Cross-sector collaboration between councils, operators and manufacturers

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Mental Health First Aid Training
2026-07-07 - 2026-07-08 | IPWEA-QNT Training Rooms, Level 1/6 Eagleview Pl,, Eagle Farm, QLD, 4006, Australia
The waste and recycling industry is fast-paced, demanding and often high-pressure. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training equips your team with the skills to recognise mental health challenges early, respond with confidence, and support colleagues until professional help is available.
Creating mentally healthy workplaces isn’t just good practice – it’s essential.
What you’ll learn

How to recognise signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions
How to confidently start supportive conversations
How to respond to mental health crises
How to guide someone toward appropriate professional help
How to reduce stigma in the workplace

Who should attend

Supervisors, Managers & Team Leaders
WH & Safety Representatives
HR & People Managers
Anyone wanting to better support their colleagues

No prior mental health training required.
Delivered by Brett Lemin, Executive Director, WCRA NSW
Brett Lemin has extensive experience across the private and public sectors in various industries including Waste, Resource Recovery and Education. He has a strong background in the environmental and sustainability industry sectors through previous roles he has held and dealt with tenders and contract management. He has significant experience working with NGOs, legislators, regulators, various statutory authorities and research institutions.
Limited places availableNationally recognised accreditationDelivered by licenced MHFA instructor

REGISTRATIONWRIQ Members: $660 inc GST • Non Members: $825 inc GSTIncludes light lunch & refreshmentsBookings close 12noon, Wednesday 1 July 2026CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

WRIQ 2026 Golf Day
2026-07-17 07:00 - 13:30 | Virginia Golf Club, 2 Elliott Road, Banyo, Qld, 4014, Australia
Join in the excitement at WRIQ’s 2026 Golf Day!
Gather your team of four or nominate individually to compete in a day filled with fun, competition, and networking opportunities.
The Golf day is played in the Ambrose Competition Format (4 players per team) with a shotgun start. Pairs and individual players will be placed in a team on the day. No golfing skills necessary, just bring your sense of fun!

PROGRAM*7:00am Player registration and breakfast (Bacon & Egg Rolls)7:50am Player briefing8:00am Shot gun start12:30pm BBQ Lunch and presentations
Tickets include course fees, buggy hire, breakfast, lunch and 3 x drinks vouchers per player.

The WRIQ Golf day is played in the Ambrose Competition Format (4 players per team)The competition is limited to 100 players (25 teams of 4 players). The day provides an excellent opportunity to get together a team with clients, suppliers and colleagues. If you need assistance with forming a team, please email events@wriq.com.au.
19th HOLEThere will be an opportunity for players to meet as a group for a BBQ lunch in the clubhouse (19th hole) after the game. Prizes will be presented in the clubhouse at approximately 1pm
DRESS CODE For information about the course dress regulations please visit https://www.virginiagolf.com.au/cms/dress-on-course-in-clubhouse/dress-on-the-course/ and https://www.virginiagolf.com.au/cms/dress-on-course-in-clubhouse/dress-in-the-clubhouse/
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESDon’t miss the chance to elevate your brand at the WRIQ 2026 Golf Day. Join us for a day of networking, golf, and industry excellence. Email events@wriq.com.au to request a prospectus.
WHAT IS AMBROSE GOLF? The Ambrose event is played in a team of four, where for each hole:

Each player in the team tees off
The team chooses the team’s best ball
All players hit their next shot from the location of the best ball
Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the hole is completed
The hole score is the number of strokes of the “best ball”

In essence, it allows players of a wide range of abilities to enjoy a competition as the team only needs to count the best shot each time.
Local rules on the day

Virginia Golf Club will brief players with Rules and format at 7.50am.

EQUIPMENT HIREIf required, equipment can be hired or bought from the Golf Shop at Virginia Golf Club. To make enquiries or bookings please call the Golf Shop on 07 3267 6333 – Option 1. Hire Clubs are $27.00per set (balls and tees not included)

*Every effort has been made to present all the information contained on this webpage as accurately as possible. WRIQ reserve the right to change, without notice, any or all of these details

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WRIQ 2026 Industry Awards Dinner
2026-09-04 19:00 - 22:30 | voco Brisbane City Centre, 85-87 North Quay, Brisbane, Qld, 4000, Australia
Join us for a spectacular evening of celebration and recognition at the WRIQ Industry Awards Gala Dinner!
The WRIQ Industry Awards Gala Dinner is a prestigious occasion where we come together to acknowledge and honour outstanding individuals and companies who have displayed excellence throughout the year.
The 2026 awards will be presented at a Gala Dinner on Friday 4 September 2026. This special evening will feature industry recognition, entertainment, and networking opportunities for all attendees.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of recognition and inspiration as we highlight and celebrate the achievements of those who have contributed to the success of Queensland’s waste and resource recovery industry.

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WRIQ 2026 AGM and Christmas Lunch
2026-11-27 11:30 - 2026-11-28 14:30 | Emporium Hotel South Bank, 267 Grey Street, South Brisbane, QLD, Australia
The AGM will begin at 11:30am, followed by the Christmas Lunch from 12:00pm to 2:30pm.
The Waste Recycling Industry Association of Queensland (WRIQ) is pleased to invite you to one of the most anticipated events on Queensland’s waste and recycling industry calendar – our 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Christmas Lunch.
This annual event provides a unique forum to reflect on our shared achievements, discuss industry priorities for the year ahead, and strengthen professional networks in a relaxed and celebratory setting.
Tickets to this popular event are limited and will sell out fast secure your spot early to avoid disappointment. Tables will be allocated on a first in, best position basis so we recommend you book your tickets as early as possible.

REGISTRATION:WRIQ Members $180 inc GST, Table of 10 $1,750 inc GSTNon Members $240 inc GST, Table of 10 $2,350 inc GSTIncludes lunch and drinks. If you wish to attend the AGM only, there is no charge. Bookings close 4pm, Wednesday 18 November 2025CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW
