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Australasian Land & Groundwater Association (ALGA) is seeking nominations for Branch Committees and Specialist Interest Group (SIG) Committees to support and strengthen the contaminated land and groundwater industry across Australasia.

This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to the industry, expand your network, and play an active role in shaping ALGA’s programs, guidance, and industry impact.

 
Why Get Involved?

Committees are an integral and critical part of ALGA. While committee members are not Company Directors, they play a key role in advancing ALGA’s mission and supporting members across Australia and New Zealand.

By joining a committee, you will:

  • Gain experience in how a leading industry association operates
  • Build relationships and networks across the contaminated land and groundwater sector
  • Raise your professional profile and personal brand
  • Develop leadership and governance skills
  • Contribute meaningfully to the future of the industry
  • Give back by supporting knowledge sharing and professional growth
  • Get insider insights into upcoming initiatives and industry developments

 
Committee Types
Branch Committees

Branch Committees are responsible for developing and delivering local programs and events that support members in their region.

In collaboration with the ALGA office, Branch Committees:

  • Develop the annual calendar of branch events
  • Brainstorm forum topics and nominate speakers
  • Support the delivery of, on average, one event per month in each branch location
  • Meet a minimum of two times per year

Branch Locations
Australia

  • Adelaide
  • Brisbane
  • Canberra
  • Darwin
  • Melbourne
  • Newcastle
  • Perth
  • Sydney
  • Tasmania

New Zealand

  • Auckland
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Christchurch
  • Waikato
  • Wellington

Specialist Interest Group (SIG) Committees

SIG Committees focus on advancing knowledge, guidance, and best practice within specific technical or professional areas.

SIG Committees are expected to:

  • Identify new and emerging issues relevant to their area of expertise
  • Identify knowledge gaps and industry needs
  • Coordinate and contribute to industry responses to relevant guidance and consultation
  • Develop and deliver a workplan that improves the management of contaminated land and groundwater
  • Meet with committee members via teleconference

Specialist Interest Groups

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Asbestos
  • Environmental Auditors
  • Environmental Laboratories
  • Emerging Contaminants of Concern
  • Emerging Professionals
  • Groundwater Fate & Transport
  • Local Government
  • Risk Assessment
  • Australasian Sustainable Remediation Forum (SuRF ANZ)
  • Unexploded Ordnance
  • Vapour & Gas
  • Women in the Contaminated Land and Groundwater Industry

More about Branches

More about SIG’s

Eligibility

To be eligible for nomination, you must:

  • Be a current financial member of ALGA (see membership information here)
  • Be able to commit the necessary time to actively participate
  • Agree to read and comply with the relevant Governance Charter throughout your term

Governance Documents

Branch Committee Governance Charter

SIG Committee Governance Charter

What You’ll Be Asked in the Nomination Form

Nominations must be lodged electronically. The application form will ask you to respond to the following questions.

Branch Committees

  • Provide a brief bio outlining your professional background, key accomplishments, and relevant experience
  • Why are you interested in joining a Branch Committee?
  • What specific outcomes or contributions do you hope to achieve through your involvement in this committee? (per group)
  • Are you a member of any other professional organisations or associations? If yes, please list them
  • Do you volunteer with any organisations or associations? If yes, outline your roles and contributions

Specialist Interest Groups

  • Provide a brief bio outlining your professional background, key accomplishments, and relevant experience
  • Why are you interested in joining an ALGA Specialist Interest Group?
  • What specific outcomes or contributions do you hope to achieve through your involvement in this group? (per group)
  • Are you a member of any other professional organisations or associations? If yes, please list them
  • Do you volunteer with any organisations or associations? If yes, outline your roles and contributions

 
Submit Your Nomination

Nominations are required to be lodged electronically. Submissions close Friday, 15 May 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact us at membership@landandgroundwater.com.

Submit Nomination

 
 

Be Seen. Be Involved. Make a Difference.

ALGA is built on a strong, supportive community of knowledgeable and engaged professionals. Committee involvement is your chance to contribute, grow, and show the industry what you bring to the table.