AAIR Events

Coffee, Conversation and Collaboration (October 2026)

8 October 2026 (12–1pm AEDT / 2–3pm NZDT)

Online

LIVE WEBINAAIR

Facilitator: Rintaro Ohno (AAIR member), Associate Professor, Strategic Planning Office at Tohoku University, Japan

As members of AAIR, the work we do each day can sometimes be quite different from that of our colleagues within our institutions. An AAIR Virtual Networking event gives us the chance to come together and discuss the issues that matter to us professionally.

This is a freeform networking session without a particular theme. To get the most from the event, bring along your brags and baggage – your successes, challenges, questions, and ideas – and share them with others who do work like yours.

We get the most from AAIR when we share.

What to expect:

• frank and open discussion about our shared challenges
• stronger connections with peers across Australasia
• practical insights from peers across institutions
• opportunities to ask questions and exchange ideas
• a platform to discuss what works best for AAIR membership
• feedback from longstanding AAIR members

Pricing:

• Members: FREE
• Non-members: $75.74 (AUD$65 + GST + booking fee)

THIS IS A LIVE WEBINAAIR. A RECORDING WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE.

Business Intelligence and Analytics SIG ConvAAIRsation 2/2026

16 October 2026 (12–1pm AEDT / 2–3pm NZDT)

Online

LIVE WEBINAAIR

Business Intelligence and Analytics SIG

What’s happening in business intelligence and analytics across higher education? Bring along a question, a challenge, an example or simply your curiosity.

Facilitator: Robert Wood, Manager, Business Intelligence, UNE, and AAIR Business Intelligence and Analytics SIG Chair

Join us for our upcoming Business Intelligence & Analytics Special Interest Group for an interactive discussion – a time to connect with colleagues, share experiences, ask questions, or simply listen in and see what’s happening.

This session provides an opportunity for members to discuss anything BI&A including data warehousing, analytics, dashboards, BI tools  and data management that support decision making in our institutions.

This is an informal, peer-led session designed to encourage open conversation and practical knowledge sharing. Members are encouraged to bring examples, questions and current challenges from their own institutions to help shape the discussion.

This is a valuable opportunity to strengthen professional connections, stay informed on sector developments, and learn from colleagues working in similar roles across Australasia.

Pricing:

• Members: FREE
• Non-members: $75.74 (AUD$65 + GST + booking fee)

THIS IS A LIVE WEBINAAIR. A RECORDING WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE.

Presenting at the 2026 AAIR Forum

21 October 2026 (12–1 pm AEDT / 2–3pm NZDT)

Online

LIVE WEBINAAIR

Facilitators:

• Don Johnston, Manager, Reporting and Analysis at Southern Cross University, AAIR Vice President, and AAIR Institutional Reporting SIG Chair
• Cassandra Saunders, Research Analyst at the University of Tasmania, AAIR Executive Committee member, and AAIR Surveys and Evaluations SIG Chair

🌟 You’re Invited! Join Us for this Special Information Session 🌟

Are you excited about our upcoming Forum but not quite sure where to start? Or perhaps you’re presenting but have a few questions? We’ve got you covered!

We warmly invite you to our online information session, taking place via Zoom, one month before our Forum opens. This is a fantastic opportunity to get a comprehensive overview of the event, learn how to craft and deliver a compelling presentation, and ask any questions you might have about attending our Forum.

During this session, you’ll get insights into the Forum format, tips for successful presentations, and the chance to connect with our Executive Committee members and fellow attendees. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a seasoned participant, this session is designed to ensure you have all the information you need to make the most of your Forum experience.

Why Attend?

• Gain valuable tips on presenting effectively
• Get answers to any Forum-related questions
• Meet and network with other attendees
• Not presenting but curious to learn more about the forum

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions before this session. We’re here to help and look forward to seeing you there!

Pricing:

• Members: FREE
• Non-members: Also FREE

THIS IS A LIVE WEBINAAIR. A RECORDING WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE.

AAIR Forum 2026

25–27 November 2026

Albany, New Zealand

See You in Aotearoa!

We’re excited to share that the 2026 AAIR Forum will be hosted at the beautiful Sir Neil Waters building at Massey University’s Albany campus in Auckland, New Zealand.

The AAIR Forum brings together professionals from across Australasia working in institutional research, planning, analytics, business intelligence, quality, strategy and higher education data to connect, learn and share ideas in a supportive and collaborative environment.

We are currently finalising the program, themes and event details, and we look forward to sharing more information soon. In the meantime, we encourage you to save the date and start planning to join colleagues from across the sector for what promises to be an engaging and inspiring event.

The 2026 Forum will provide valuable opportunities to:

• connect with peers across Australasia
• explore emerging trends and challenges in higher education
• share practical insights and case studies
• strengthen professional networks and capability

Registration fees snapshot

Presenters will receive a registration discount, with authors of accepted 40-minute presentations eligible for $50 off their Forum registration.

Platinum Partner
Explorance

University Supporter
Massey University

Open AAIR 2026

10 December 2026 (12–1 pm AEDT / 2–3pm NZDT)

Online

LIVE WEBINAAIR

Facilitators:

• Pallavi Khanna, National Manager, Data Excellence at the Australian Catholic University, and AAIR Executive Committee member
• Lisa Bolton, AAIR Executive Committee member

🌟 You’re Invited! Join Us for this Special Collaboration 🌟

Please join us for the final Open AAIR event of 2026, where you can share your ideas and help us develop the best program for you in 2027. We’re committed to working closely with our members to ensure you receive the greatest possible value from our collaboration.

During this session, we plan to cover:

• Overview from the AAIR Strategic Planning session
• 2026 AAIR Annual Forum reflections
• Workshop/brainstorm topics you would like us to cover throughout 2027
• How can you help?
• Provide a meet and greet networking opportunity
• AAIR our grievances
• Discuss the possible development of local AAIR chapters with champions
• Anything else you’d like to discuss/raise for the committee to consider

Everyone is welcome to join this session and we look forward to seeing you there.

By running our Open AAIR events online, we hope to build wider, stronger, and better connections with our community, particularly with those who may not be able to attend the annual forum in person.

Why Attend?

• Contribute your ideas to your professional association
• Meet and network with other attendees
• Voice your concerns, opinions, and ideas for the committee to take onboard

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions before this session. We’re here to help and look forward to seeing you there!

Pricing:

• Members: FREE
• Non-members: Also FREE 🙂

THIS IS A LIVE WEBINAAIR AND RECORDINGS WILL NOT BE SHARED.