Spotlight Story
Celebrating Excellence in Accreditation
Every outstanding achievement begins with a journey – one driven by dedication, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence. That’s the spirit of the NATA Excellence Award, created to celebrate the remarkable organisations shaping Australia’s future of technical and scientific progress through accreditation.
Submissions for the 2026 NATA Excellence Award are now open and we invite Member organisations to share their success stories.
Nominations close on April 24 with the finalists and winner announced at the Accreditation Matters 2026 Celebration Dinner on July 07.
Key Stories
Why the NATA Excellence Award Matters
The NATA Excellence Award was created to inspire and recognise innovation and progress in accredited processes and technical infrastructure. It is recognition of the remarkable work of our Member organisations.
Why Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Matters
On January 1 the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated became the global authority for accredited conformity assessment – unifying certification, testing, inspection, and assurance services. Here is what to expect from the new organisation and its unified governance framework.
Demystifying Accreditation and Certification: What are the Differences and Why do They Matter?
While accreditation and certification are often mentioned together, they serve fundamentally different purposes. Knowing the differences is critical for ensuring the right level of assurance for the work you are doing.
Navigating a NATA Assessment – Tips from an Authorised Representative
Members often say a NATA assessment comes with its share of challenges, stresses and uncertainty. To provide some perspective, we asked a seasoned NATA Member to share their perspective and offer practical tips on how to navigate the assessment process with confidence.
Agilex Biolabs Becomes First Laboratory to be Accredited for Brevetoxins
Agilex’s laboratory in Thebarton joins the fight against South Australia’s toxic algal bloom by becoming accredited for the analysis of Brevetoxins in shellfish.
How to Know What Your Staff Know: Training and Assessing Competence
Are your staff capable or are they just trained? There is no question staff competence is crucial to meeting organisational expectations, contributing to goals, and reducing risk. In this video, your questions will be answered.
20 Tests You Never Knew Existed
From testing toilets and mattresses to gaming machines and face masks, discover the surprising and essential ways accredited laboratories shape the world around us every day.
How Accreditation Keeps Australians Sun Safe
Ever wondered how Australians can trust the UV protective products they rely on? Accredited testing makes it possible.
Accreditation In Action
Analytical MicroLabs: Embedding Accreditation Principles for High-Quality, Defensible Results
This laboratory which provides microbiological testing looks back on its two decades with NATA to find that its initial requirements for accreditation have grown into a much broader need.
Alliance Geotechnical: Streamlining Accreditation Through Best‑Practice Sharing
Learn how the Wollongong laboratory of this geotechnical and environmental consultancy leveraged the expertise of its base laboratory to streamline its accreditation process.
NRG Global Power: Powering Performance Through Accreditation
What does 30 years of quality mean for a business? This air filtration specialist shows how accreditation has not only instilled long-term client confidence, but driven operational success.
Active Environmental Solutions: Accredited for Success
Newly NATA accredited to ISO/IEC 17025, this occupational hygiene and safety specialist will now deliver greater accuracy in air sampling pump and flow meter calibration. Find out why.
Welcome New Members
Anniversaries Members
Accreditation Matters 2026 Conference
Expression of Interest for Speakers
Sponsor & Exhibitor Prospectus
Sponsor & Exhibitor Enquiry
Member Resources
This section provides our Members & Technical Assessors with relevant industry updates, key NATA accreditation documents and access to a library of assets to help promote your services and your accreditation.
Publications
All you need to know about NATA and accreditation is right here!
Industry Update
On January 01, 2026, a milestone was achieved for global accreditation – the formal commencement of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated.
Member Assets
Industry Guide Brochure:
Working with NATA Accredited Food and Beverage Testing Facilities.
Events, Awards & Opportunities
Meet the People That Run the Country
Join NATA as part of Australia’s Technical Infrastructure Alliance at Science Meets Parliament – connecting the STEM sector and the key policymakers.
Calling Respiratory Health Professionals
Join NATA at the TSANZSRS conference in March 2026 and learn about the new joint accreditation program already delivering improved respiratory health outcomes.