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SUMMARY:Industry Forum: Lithium Battery Management & Risk
DESCRIPTION:As lithium-ion battery volumes continue to rise across the waste and recycling stream\, so too do the operational\, safety and regulatory challenges facing Queensland’s resource recovery sector\, with operators increasingly being required to respond to risks that are difficult to detect\, manage and contain.\nThis dedicated industry forum will focus on the practical actions\, systems and technologies needed to better identify\, manage and respond to lithium battery risks across collection\, transport\, storage and processing environments. \nKey areas of discussion will include: \n\nBattery identification\, handling and incident response across collection vehicles\, transfer stations and MRFs\nPractical site solutions and technologies\, including AI detection\, thermal and odour monitoring\, extinguishing systems and containment approaches\nSafe storage\, handling and recycling pathways for end-of-life batteries\nEmerging stewardship\, regulatory developments and industry preparedness\n\nThe forum will conclude with an industry discussion on the potential development of a dedicated training course focused on lithium battery risk management across the waste and recycling sector. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FURTHER DETAILS TO COME SOON\nDress code: Business casual. Hi-vis workwear is welcome and encouraged \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Payment by credit card is required at the time of registration. To request an invoice for EFT payment\, please contact events@wriq.com.au.
URL:https://www.wriq.au/event/industry-forum-lithium-battery-management-risk/
LOCATION:Calamvale Hotel\, 678 Compton Rd\, Calamvale\, Qld\, 4116\, Australia
CATEGORIES:2026,WRIQ Events
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CREATED:20251118T005413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T230651Z
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SUMMARY:WRIQ 2026 Industry Awards Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spectacular evening of celebration and recognition at the WRIQ Industry Awards Gala Dinner!\nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nJoin 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. \nTables will be allocated on a first in\, best position basis so we recommend you book your tickets as early as possible. \n \nACCOMMODATIONThe following event accommodation rates are available at the Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre (in the same building as the voco) for attendees booking rooms between 2 and 7 September: $245/room/night – King/Queen Bed Standard. \nA credit card is required for guaranteed purpose when confirming the booking through link. Payment will be collected from guest upon check in unless otherwise specified. To book\, please use this link: https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/gb/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate?fromRedirect=true&qSrt=sBR&qIta=99801505&icdv=99801505&qSlH=BNECC&qCiD=02&qCiMy=082026&qCoD=07&qCoMy=082026&qGrpCd=BIG&qAAR=6CBARC&qRtP=6CBARC&setPMCookies=true&qSHBrC=IN&qDest=27-35%20Turbot%20St\,%20Brisbane\,%20QLD\,%20AU&showApp=true&adjustMonth=false&srb_u=1&qRmFltr=   \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				BOOKINGS OPEN NOW\nGet in Quick (book by 17 July 2026)Individual Ticket: $240 • Table of 8 $1728 • Table of 10 $2160 inc GSTStandard (from 18 July 2026)Individual Ticket: $260 • Table of 8 $1872 • Table of 10 $2340 inc GSTIncludes sumptuous three-course meal\, drinks and entertainmentDress code: Dress to impress!Bookings close 12noon\, Monday 24 August 2026CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Payment by credit card is required at the time of registration. To request an invoice for EFT payment\, please contact events@wriq.com.au. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Thank you to our Gala Dinner and Awards Sponsors
URL:https://www.wriq.au/event/wriq-2026-industry-awards-dinner/
LOCATION:voco Brisbane City Centre\, 85-87 North Quay\, Brisbane\, Qld\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:2026,WRIQ Events
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SUMMARY:WRIQ 2026 AGM and Christmas Lunch
DESCRIPTION:The AGM will begin at 11:30am\, followed by the Christmas Lunch from 12:00pm to 2:30pm.  \nThe 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. \nThis 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. \nTickets 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. \n \n  \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION: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\n\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Payment by credit card is required at the time of registration. To request an invoice for EFT payment\, please contact events@wriq.com.au.
URL:https://www.wriq.au/event/wriq-2026-agm-and-christmas-lunch/
LOCATION:Emporium Hotel South Bank\, 267 Grey Street\, South Brisbane\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:2026,WRIQ Events
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SUMMARY:LOOP: The Resource Recovery & Circular Economy Expo
DESCRIPTION:LOOP Queensland 2027 – The Resource Recovery & Circular Economy Expo has been established as a dedicated industry platform bringing together government\, infrastructure planners\, waste and recycling operators\, technology providers and environmental service organisations to explore practical solutions for the decade ahead. \nThe sector is rapidly shifting from a traditional waste management model to one focused on recycling\, circular supply chains and long-term economic value. Industry leaders say the years leading into 2032 represent a defining period for investment\, policy reform and infrastructure development across Queensland. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FURTHER DETAILS TO COME SOON\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Payment by credit card is required at the time of registration. To request an invoice for EFT payment\, please contact events@wriq.com.au.
URL:https://www.wriq.au/event/loop-the-resource-recovery-circular-economy-expo/
LOCATION:Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Grey Street\, South Brisbane\, Qld\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:2027,WRIQ Events
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UID:2303-1816974000-1816986600@www.wriq.au
SUMMARY:WRIQ 2027 Industry Awards Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spectacular evening of celebration and recognition at the WRIQ Industry Awards Gala Dinner!\nThe 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. \nThe 2027  awards will be presented at a Gala Dinner on Friday 30 July 2027. This special evening will feature industry recognition\, entertainment\, and networking opportunities for all attendees. \nJoin 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. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FURTHER DETAILS COMING SOON\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Payment by credit card is required at the time of registration. To request an invoice for EFT payment\, please contact events@wriq.com.au. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Thank you to our Gala Dinner and Awards Sponsors
URL:https://www.wriq.au/event/wriq-2027-industry-awards-dinner/
LOCATION:Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Grey Street\, South Brisbane\, Qld\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:2027,WRIQ Events
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