Student Accommodation Association Industry Lunch
in New South Wales
The Student Accommodation Association (SAA) is delighted to invite you to our Industry Lunch in New South Wales. Join us for an afternoon of insightful discussion, expert perspectives, and industry networking at Parliament House NSW on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.
This event brings together leaders from across the student accommodation, education, and government sectors, and those who provide support services to the student accommodation sector to explore how high standards in accommodation are shaping the international student experience in New South Wales.
Keynote Presentations
The Lunch will feature a series of keynote presentations and a panel discussion, providing expert insights into the future of student accommodation in New South Wales.
Supporting Sustainable Growth Through Access to Quality Accommodation in NSW
Nate Henderson, Associate Director, Study NSW
This keynote will outline the NSW Government’s approach to supporting sustainable growth in student numbers through access to safe, high-quality student accommodation across the sector and will address the role of quality standards and regulatory settings in balancing enrolment growth, student wellbeing and housing pressures across NSW.
A Deep Dive into the Study NSW Student Sentiment Survey
Iori Forsyth, Senior Associate, Study NSW
Join Study NSW for an in-depth look at the findings from the latest Student Sentiment Survey, with a focus on the role accommodation plays in shaping the international student experience. Learn how these insights can help define NSW as a compelling study destination for international students, and why accommodation plays an important part to attract and support international students.
Setting the Standard: Minimum Standards in Student Accommodation
Geoff Denison, President, and Rebecca Bendall, Committee Member of Student Accommodation Association
Student accommodation standards are changing and the implications reach far beyond compliance. This keynote will explore why minimum standards matter, how they shape student safety and wellbeing, and what they mean for providers and education partners navigating an evolving regulatory landscape.
Discussion Panel: Enhancing student experience and safety through student accommodation quality standards
Facilitator: Pr Kent Anderson
Panellists:
- Nate Henderson, Associate Director, Study NSW.
- Matthew Bowerman, Housing Manager, University of Technology Sydney
- Weihong Liang, President, International Students Representative Council Australia
- Rebecca Bendall, Committee Member, Student Accommodation Association
Ticket Price
Includes a two-course meal, soft drink, coffee, and tea.
SAA Executive Members
$90
per head (incl. GST)
SAA Executive Members Table of 10
$800
per table (incl. GST)
SAA Non-Executive Members
$105
per head (incl. GST)
ISANA Members
$105
per head (incl. GST)
Non-Members
$115
per head (incl. GST)
As places are limited, tickets should be purchased strictly in advance by Wednesday 13th April 2026.
Why Attend?
Register your interest
Event Sponsored by:
The SAA wishes to acknowledge the financial and practical support of the following Corporate Sponsors.
