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Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand Joint Webinar

February 25, 2026

Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand hosted a stakeholder webinar to introduce the newly signed trans‑Tasman agreement, strengthening collaboration between the two national standards bodies. The session provided a high‑level overview of how the renewed partnership supports greater alignment, modernises joint standards work, and enhances future cooperation across Australia and New Zealand. Attendees gained insights into what the agreement means for businesses and communities, and how it supports a more connected and efficient trans‑Tasman standards system.

Celebrating Women in Standards 2026

March 10, 2026

Hear from Jocelyn Martin (Managing Director at Housing Industry Association), Lucy Finlay (Standardisation and Regulation Manager at Schneider Electric), Michelle Su (Senior Systems Engineer at ResMed), and Carlita Warren (Head of Stakeholder and Member Engagement at Standards Australia) on the significant contributions women make to Australia’s standards system and how standards can play a role in accelerating gender equality progress.

Understanding the updates to AS 4000:2025 - General Conditions of Contract

August 14, 2025

John Cooper, Partner-in-Charge Brisbane at Jones Day, and Kareen Riley-Takos, Chief of Engagement, Standards and International Relations at Standards Australia, walk through the revised AS 4000:2025, General Conditions of Contract, and its practical implications.

CET Southeast Asia Project Outcomes

August 7, 2025

The CET SEA wrap-up video marks the conclusion of a three-year initiative to strengthen international standards development for critical and emerging technologies in Southeast Asia. This video features moments from in-country workshops, online events, and the 2025 CET SEA Summit in Sydney. With reflections from National Standards Bodies, the video highlights the collaboration, capacity building, and regional progress achieved through the project.

Quantum Technologies: Shaping the Future Through Standards

June 10, 2025

Quantum technologies are set to transform our world, but they are still in the early stages. This video introduces key quantum concepts, explores why standards are crucial for responsible development, and invites stakeholders to get involved in shaping a secure and inclusive quantum future through standards.

Preparing for Australia's new respiratory protection standards | Webinar

May 6, 2025

Australia has adopted and will transition to a suite of 30 international standards for respiratory protective equipment, replacing the long-standing AS/NZS 1715:2009, Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment and AS/NZS 1716:2012, Respiratory protective devices. These changes are designed to better align with international best practice and focus on user performance needs. This webinar seeks to provide industry professionals, regulators, certification bodies, and manufacturers with essential information on what this transition means, the transition timeline, and how these new standards will impact workplaces across Australia

Critical and Emerging Technology in Southeast Asia: Community of Practice | Webinar

February 27, 2025

On 27 February 2025, the 7th Community of Practice event on International Standards Integration for Critical and Emerging Technologies in Southeast Asia was held, featuring a focused discussion on “Driving the Transition to Renewable Energy through Standards and Emerging Technologies in Southeast Asia.” The event convened leading experts, including Dr. Danita Setyawati, Senior Energy Analyst at Ember Energy (Asia team), and Dr. Ha Minh Hiep, Acting Director General at Vietnam’s National Standards Body (STAMEQ). Panellists explored regional energy trends, policy developments, and the pivotal role of technical standards in supporting the goal of tripling renewable energy capacity. The session also included a presentation by Ms Myra Magabilin from the Bureau of Philippine on their Critical Technology Action Plan, developed as part of this initiative. Drawing on experience from international organisations and regional initiatives, the session emphasised Southeast Asia’s strategic contributions to global climate objectives and underscored the importance of coordinated action in advancing a just energy transition.

Green Energy in ASEAN: Powering a Sustainable Future with Critical Technologies

March 10, 2025

With renewable energy investments on the rise and critical technologies like solar panels, wind turbines, and energy storage reshaping the landscape, ASEAN nations are driving a clean energy transformation.

Celebrating Women in Standards | Event

February 26, 2025

Hear from Tracey Gramlick, Tristah Allen, Louise McGrath, and Bernadette Foley reflecting on International Women's Day and the importance of women in standards development.

Setting the Standard for a more equitable future

July 22, 2024

Navigating information security risk with AS/NZS ISO/IEC 27001:2023

July 8, 2024

Tackling plastic pollution through the circular economy

June 24, 2024

Circular Economy in Action: How GEC is Transforming the Electronics Industry

June 10, 2024

Navigating Tomorrow: The Power of Critical and Emerging Technologies

June 7, 2024

The Future of Standards Australia

April 24, 2023

For 100 years Standards Australia has endeavoured to protect Australians. So what does the next 100 years look like for Standards Australia?

Innovating in the Age of Disruption

February 16, 2023

Partner with Standards Australia

March 29, 2023

Rebuilding Confidence in the Construction Industry with The Office of the NSW Building Commissioner

January 31, 2023

On 14 October, we celebrate World Standards Day. This year’s theme is ‘Our Shared Vision for a Better World,’ and highlights how standards can support the realisation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Standards Australia CEO Adrian O’Connell shares his message. Keen to know more? Check out our World Standards Day article on our website: https://bit.ly/3lC8sXg #WorldStandardsDay #Standards4SDGs #StandardsAustralia