Member News · August 10, 2026 A Lead Assessor’s Perspective on Boral’s 60-year Accreditation Celebration When Boral Resources (Vic) Pty Ltd recently celebrated 60 continuous years of NATA accreditation, Mark Schembri, NATA Lead Assessor had the privilege of joining staff for a lunchtime event marking this remarkable achievement. It was a… Read more
Industry News · August 10, 2026 Key Updates on the Transition to the Global ACI MRA MarkFollowing the establishment of Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) on 1 January 2026, the former International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) MRA and International Accreditation Forum (IAF) MLA arrangements transitioned to the Global ACI Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MRA). A… Read more
Industry News · August 10, 2026 Building Trust in the Age of Artificial IntelligenceAs artificial intelligence (AI) systems become increasingly embedded in business, government, healthcare, manufacturing, and testing environments, the need for confidence in AI-driven decisions has never been greater. Many of these systems use machine learning techniques to improve efficiency, identify patterns, automate processes, and support… Read more
Industry News · August 10, 2026 Agrifood Technology and Accreditation: The Unseen Science Behind the Food We TrustEvery day, Australians purchase food with confidence, trusting that what reaches supermarket shelves, restaurant kitchens and export markets is safe, high quality and fit for purpose. What many people don’t see is the critical role accredited laboratory testing plays in creating that… Read more
Industry News · August 10, 2026 Accreditation Matters 2026: Bigger Than EverMore than 500 delegates, 90+ expert speakers, 80+ sessions, two inspiring days and thousands of conversations. Accreditation Matters 2026 brought together Australia’s accreditation and conformity assessment community to share knowledge, explore emerging challenges and strengthen the connections that help build trust and confidence across industry, government and… Read more
Industry News · August 10, 2026 There is Science in AccreditationA tiny seed rarely hints at what it will become. Buried beneath the soil, it quietly begins a journey of growth. It sprouts, shaped by the right conditions, nurtured over time, and eventually bears fruit that can… Read more
Meetings & Presentations · August 6, 2026 6th Materials Characterisation Accreditation Advisory Committee MeetingThe 6th meeting of the Materials Characterisation Accreditation Advisory Committee will be held on Thursday 15th October 2026. Whilst this is a closed meeting limited to Committee members only, your comments and suggestions on what issues… Read more
Meetings & Presentations · August 4, 2026 27th Animal Health Accreditation Advisory Committee MeetingThe 27th meeting of the Animal Health Accreditation Advisory Committee will be held on Thursday 29th October 2026. Whilst this is a closed meeting limited to Committee members only, your comments and suggestions on what issues… Read more
Industry News · July 9, 2026 PathWest acknowledged for their ExcellenceThe NATA Excellence Award is created to celebrate the people and organisations whose commitment to quality, innovation and accredited excellence strengthens confidence across Australia. This year, PathWest Forensic Biology, Laboratory Medicine WA, was named the recipient of the 2026 NATA Excellence… Read more
Industry News · July 9, 2026 Insights, Innovation and Connection – Relive the Excitement of Accreditation Matters 2026Accreditation Matters 2026 wrapped yesterday after two outstanding days of insights, energy, innovation and connection, bringing together more than 500 delegates, 80 sessions and 90 speakers from across Australia and around the world. The conference, held at the Melbourne Convention… Read more
