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Insights from Former Chief Scientist of Australia, Cathy Foley
Cathy Foley AO PSM will deliver an exclusive keynote speech at Accreditation Matters on the critical role of standards, accreditation and conformity assessment activities in science in trade. A simply unmissable session.
Government departments dissect international trade and more
Join our Government Panel discussion as key leaders from the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade; Department of Finance; Department of Industry,
Science & Resources and Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry; offer insights on international trade and the roles of standards and conformance.
Spotlight Stories
Industry heavyweights take the stage at Accreditation Matters 2025
When industry speaks, Australia listens.
In July, that force finds its voice at Accreditation Matters 2025, as we hear from industry leaders whose ideas are shaping the next era of compliance, innovation, and quality.
Accreditation Matters 2025 is more than a conference, it’s a national forum of thought leaders, disruptors, and institutional pioneers – all in one location.
Hear from our featured speakers in the videos below
Key Stories
VALE Dr Barry Inglis AO
Honouring the life and legacy of a giant and pillar of Australia’s quality infrastructure.
NATA and UKAS sign historic Memorandum of Agreement (MoU)
July 8, 2025: The National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA), and the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to deepen collaboration and support trade and regulatory alignment between Australia and the United Kingdom.
The Airport that never sleeps and the assessors who keep it awake
Cleared for take-off and landing! Behind Australia’s newest 24-hour international airport lies a symphony of unseen urgency, staged lab inspections, high-stakes assessments, and a race against time. This silent work has a new heartbeat in Western Sydney.
What is CPD Points? Why does it matter?
With 18 CPD points available at Accreditation Matters 2025, we explain the myths and realities of why CPD makes learning relevant and beneficial at every career stage.
NATA accredits first facility for hydrotesting hydrogen pipelines
An industry first, Nacap, an energy infrastructure contractor, has achieved the first NATA accreditation for the evaluation of the mechanical performance of high and low-pressure hydrogen pipelines.
NATA involvement in new United Nations Conformity Group
A call is open for experts in conformity assessment to assist in the development of the United Nations Transparency Protocol (UNTP) for a program focussed on product sustainability data in support of global trade.
Have your say on the new Medical Imaging Accreditation Scheme
You can help shape the accreditation of medical imaging providers, so they contribute to continuous improvement in patient outcomes and increase consumer and workforce satisfaction.
Accreditation In Action
Choosing the right lab – one size doesn’t fit all
Accredited doesn’t always mean suitable. Learn why checking a lab’s scope of accreditation is essential to getting the right results, the first time.
Roadways: Paving the way in quality for 30 years
Responsible for road surfacing, pavement marking, road safety barriers, and civil construction across Tasmania, Roadways celebrates 30 years of NATA accreditation supporting these critical road and infrastructure services.
Optimised Materials: Raising the bar in concrete testing and engineering
With their new NATA accreditation in place, Optimised Materials is now offering ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing services.
New Industry Guide: Biobanking and the confidence behind every sample
Biobanks are only as reliable as the systems behind them. Explore our new Industry Guide to learn how accreditation ensures quality, traceability and trust in stored biological materials.
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Events, Awards & Opportunities
Don’t miss this upcoming webinar: Understanding the GEMS Regulatory Program
Join our free webinar on July 23 to hear from experts about the value of accreditation and technical competence for regulating energy-efficient products.
Strengthening Australia’s Role in Accreditation- NATA at APAC 2025
NATA plays a leading role at the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) 2025 Annual Meetings in Bengaluru, India
Industry Connect – Perth: Real advice from industry experts
Join NATA’s Diane Hobday in Perth on August 20 as she unpacks ISO/IEC 17025 Clause 7.7 at this free Industry Connect event.
OUR NATA UNIVERSE
NATA’s new values and icons — our visual story of Confidence, Collaboration, and Relevance — brought to life by our teams, guided by the Senior Leadership Project Group.
Read the full article by Belinda McGann.
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