Spotlight Story
Accreditation Quality: Powered by Expertise, Driven by Peer Review
Quality thrives when expertise meets rigorous peer review. This World Quality Week, we proudly recognise NATA’s Technical Assessors, whose specialist knowledge strengthens accreditation and helps deliver the confidence, competence and trusted performance that quality demands.
Key Stories
NATA Tells the Story of ChemCentre’s Everyday Heroes: Extraordinary People Behind 76 Years of Certainty
Seven decades of scientific excellence, extraordinary people and an enduring commitment to making a difference. Discover the remarkable work behind ChemCentre, why it matters to society and a story NATA Members can draw inspiration from.
TGA and NATA’s Renewed MoU Strengthens Cooperation in Supporting Public Health and Patient Safety
NATA and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) strengthening cooperation on in-house diagnostic devices and reinforcing the role of accreditation and regulatory oversight in protecting patient safety and public health. See why it matters.
From Innovation to Market: Building Trust Across Australia’s Battery Value Chain
Innovation may power the battery industry, but trust drives its success. Reliable evidence gives customers, regulators and investors confidence that emerging materials and technologies are safe, capable and ready to deliver on their potential.
Why Every Product Needs a Story – How Traceability is Becoming a Competitive Advantage
As global supply chains become more complex, how can businesses prove products are exactly what they claim to be? The answer increasingly lies in trusted systems that provide confidence, transparency and traceability from source to market.
The Evidence Behind Confidence: Accreditation’s Role in Forensic Justice
More than 100,000 forensic examinations each year help Victoria Police turn evidence into answers. Behind this critical work is NATA accreditation, supporting the scientific rigour, quality and confidence essential to forensic services and where accurate, reliable results can make a difference.
Accreditation for Sunscreen Testing Laboratories: What Manufacturers & Sponsors Need to Know
For sunscreen, reliable testing matters. This upcoming joint NATA and TGA webinar explains what laboratory accreditation means, how it differs from other quality frameworks, and why accredited competence is critical for building confidence in the results behind sunscreen products.
Trusted Testing: A Critical Part of the AMR Response
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) doesn’t stop at hospitals. It impacts people, animals, food systems and our environment. World AMR Awareness Week 2026 highlights our shared responsibility to act now, uniting sectors around the powerful message: “One Health, One Action: Prevent AMR Now.”
The Ageing Asbestos Problem
Australia’s asbestos may be out of production, but it isn’t out of our buildings. We explore how ageing asbestos-containing materials are creating a new challenge, and why reliable identification and testing remain essential as Australia confronts its asbestos legacy.
Accreditation In Action
Welcome New Members
Member Anniversaries
Smale Consulting Group: When Quality is More Than a System or Certificate
Behind every inspection finding are people relying on the outcome. Discover how Smale Consulting Group turns independent assessment into stronger systems, continuous improvement, and confidence in its work.
Why Accreditation Matters: Our Members Have Their Say
What is accreditation really worth to an organisation? Our members share the real-world value they’ve experienced and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Member Resources
This section provides our Members, Technical Assessors and readers with industry intelligence, key industry publications and access to a library of assets to help Members promote their accreditation.
Industry Update
Australia Gains ISO Leadership Role in Global Standardisation
Publications
Safe Work Australia – Changes to Workplace Exposure Limits in Australia
Member Assets
Access useful resources, tools and industry updates to support your NATA accreditation.
Events, Awards & Opportunities
Accreditation Matters 2027: Bigger Conversations. Greater Insights. Stronger Connections.
Express your early interest to become a presenter, sponsor / exhibitor, or to to attend Australia’s biggest accreditation event of 2027 on June 17 & 18 at Sydney’s ICC
– and also be the first to get key session and speaker insights.
Keen to Present?
Keen to Attend?
Keen to Sponsor?
Building Confidence in Sunscreen Testing: NATA and the TGA
When Australians reach for sunscreen, they need confidence in the testing behind the product. NATA and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) upcoming webinar explores how accreditation can strengthen trust in results.
Don’t miss this free webinar on December 8 from 4.00-5.00pm (AEDT)
NATA Technical Assessor Takes the Stage at AIOH26
Join the occupational hygiene community at AIOH26, where Dr Jimmy Hu, NATA Technical Assessor and Life Sciences AAC member, will lead a practical CES session exploring airborne and biological monitoring of isocyanates.
Don’t miss Dr Hu’s session on 29 Nov, ahead of AIOH26 from 30 Nov to 2 Dec at the Brisbane Convention Exhibition Centre
Asbestos Update 2026: Free AIOH/AHCA webinar
Join AIOH and AHCA for their annual Asbestos Awareness Week webinar, bringing together regulatory bodies, government agencies, and asbestos professionals to share the latest developments in asbestos policy, regulation, compliance, and management.
NATA Holiday Closure
As the year draws to a close, we wish our staff, Members, volunteers and stakeholders a wonderful festive season and a Happy New Year.
Please note that NATA will be closed from 23 December 2026 to 1 January 2027, reopening on Monday, 4 January 2027.
Thank you for your continued trust and support throughout the year. We look forward to working with you in 2027.