Reference Working Group 2025: Expressions of Interest OPEN

The deadline for submitting Expressions of Interest for the ASCA Reference Group is Tuesday 10 June, 2025. We encourage Smart Communities representatives from all over Australia to seize this opportunity and participate.

For any queries please respond to this email or contact Pearl Ng, Reference Group Chair, ASCA: pearl.ng@australiansmartcommunities.org.au

Do you want to play more of a role in shaping the future of Smart Communities in Australia?

Acknowledging its efficacy in delivering member value, the ASCA Board has chosen to continue the Reference Working Group to enhance interactive member engagement, sharing of best practices and thought leadership.

The Reference Working Group will tackle various topics related to smart communities and will provide direct feedback that will help shape and influence the future direction of ASCA.

The group will be member-led, gathering insights in a safe, confidential environment where all views will be heard and acknowledged. By getting involved, you will also be able to take advantage of networking opportunities and use it for your own professional development.

So, if you're interested in smart communities / smart cities, are passionate about seeing the sector mature and evolve, and fancy the idea of meeting regularly with like-minded people to help make positive change—then the ASCA Reference Working Group is a perfect opportunity for you.

Ideally, we would like to see this Reference Group with representation from each state and territory, and with a good mixture between city and regional community representatives. There will be up to 6 meetings scheduled each year.

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please read through our Terms of Reference, and then complete the expression of interest form.

If you would like to be a part of the Reference Group but are not currently an ASCA member, learn more about our memberships and sign up today.