Practical Climate Adaptation for CMA teams and partners
Adaptation in Action. Collaboration for Impact.
September 15–16 2026 Central Melbourne In-person
Join CMA Adapt 2026 – a hands-on, practical conference designed for CMA staff and key partners. This is your opportunity to learn, connect, and lead on climate change adaptation in natural resource management.
Unlike broad adaptation conferences, CMA Adapt 2026 is tailored for CMAs. It’s local, cost-effective, and designed to give you skills and confidence to integrate climate change into your work.
This is more than a conference – it’s a collaborative learning experience that will shape how we respond to climate challenges together.
Find out more about CMAs Adapt
Why attend
Relevant to your work
Focused on CMA functions and real- world application of climate adaptation principles and techniques.
Practical learning
Interactive activities, hands-on learning and open space collaboration.
Showcase & share
Learn from CMA staff and projects, as well as other leading experts.
Build connections
Collaborate with peers and partners across Victoria, and beyond.
What to expect
- Two full days of immersive sessions, with fun facilitation by Geoff Brown of Tangent Consulting
- Hands-on workshops
- Expert insights
- Networking opportunities
Who should you attend?
Climate adaptation cuts across all roles, so this event is for everyone:
- CMA staff across all program areas and leadership.
- Beyond climate change forum members.
- Key stakeholders including DEECA, Water Corps, Local Government, Climate Alliances, IWM Forums.
Please note: There are limited spots available so preference will be given to CMA staff.
Why this event matters
Unlike broad adaptation conferences, CMA Adapt 2026 is tailored for CMAs. It’s local, cost-effective, and designed to give you skills and confidence to integrate climate change into your work.
This is more than a conference – it’s a collaborative learning experience that will shape how we respond to climate challenges together.
Ready to elevate your skills and knowledge to adapt?
Secure your spot today and be part of the movement toward practical, collaborative climate adaptation.
This event is in-person only.
Register Now for CMAs Adapt
Getting there and accommodation
The Angliss Conference Centre is conveniently located at 555 La Trobe Street which is cose to Southern Cross and Flagstaff train stations.
Accommodation
Corporate Travel Management (CTM) have organised a group deal for this event at the Pegasus Apart-Hotel. Room and breakfast for $145/night (+$25 booking fee). To access this rate, email vicgroups@travelctm.com requesting Pegasus Apart-Hotel and quote CMA Group.
Other accommodation options nearby include:
- Mercure Melbourne La Trobe St
- Oaks Melbourne on William St
- Flagstaff green apartments
- Spencer Street Apartments
- Aspire Melbourne
- Dorsett Melbourne