Events

Join ASTRA on the Go: Melbourne Breakfast Industry updates and networking with David Southwick MP & Lisa Patroni (VTIC) oin ASTRA for our Melbourne Breakfast featuring guest speakers David Southwick MP and Lisa Patroni, VTIC. Connect with fellow short-term rental industry members over breakfast, proudly sponsored by Homhero. Date: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 Time: 7:30 AM–9:30 AM AEST Location: Assembly Hall, Boyd Community Hub, 207 City Road, Southbank What to expect: ✅ Industry insights – Hear perspectives on the latest developments affecting tourism and short-term rentals ✅ Expert discussion – Gain valuable insights from industry and political leaders ✅ Networking opportunities – Connect with ASTRA members and industry peers Register Now to Secure Your Spot

ASTRA on the Go Online Event Everything You Need to Know About Tax Depreciation Join ASTRA for an informative online session with Maddy Lardner from BMT Tax Depreciation. Gain practical insights into tax depreciation and learn how property owners can better understand potential deductions and opportunities. Date: Friday, 21 August 2026 Time: 10:00 AM AEST Location: Online via Zoom What to expect: ✅ Tax depreciation essentials – Understand what tax depreciation is and how it works ✅ Potential deductions – Learn about depreciation opportunities available to property owners ✅ Practical guidance – Gain useful insights from an industry specialist ✅ Live online session – Join the discussion and have the opportunity to ask questions Register for the ASTRA on the Go

Join ASTRA's August Town Hall Policy and advocacy updates with Maaike Veenkamp Join us for ASTRA’s August Member Town Hall as we unpack key short-term rental policy shifts across Australia and New Zealand, outline our strategic responses, and detail the advocacy priorities driving our work on your behalf. Date: Thursday, 20 August 2026 Time: 2:00 PM–3:00 PM AEST Location: Online via Zoom What to expect: ✅ Policy and advocacy updates – Stay informed about the latest developments affecting the sector ✅ Industry insights – Understand current regulatory and local government issues ✅ Member discussion – Connect, ask questions and share your perspective Register for the Town Hall

📆 Tuesday, 21 July 2026 at 1:00 PM AEST 🎤 Deepanshu Nihalani, Senior Solutions Consultant, APAC, PriceLabs (Moderator) 🎤 Heath Delfos, Head of Revenue & Distribution, Alloggio Group 🎤 Abdullah Mohammad, Senior Manager, Revenue & Pricing, Hometime 🎤 Luke Shore, General Manager, Switch Solutions Inside Australia’s Leading Revenue Teams A live roundtable on revenue strategy, pricing and distribution. Join ASTRA and PriceLabs for an exclusive discussion with experienced revenue leaders from Alloggio Group, Hometime, Switch Solutions and PriceLabs as they share how they approach pricing, distribution, owner expectations, technology and changing market conditions across complex short-term rental portfolios. You’ll learn: 🚀 Pricing strategies in today’s market 📊 The revenue metrics that really matter ⚖️ How to balance occupancy, ADR and profitability 💡 Revenue and distribution strategies that scale 🤖 Using data, automation and AI for smarter pricing decisions 🏠 Communicating pricing strategy and performance to property owners Ideal for professional short-term rental operators, revenue managers and accommodation businesses across Australia and New Zealand looking for practical insights and strategies to apply to their own portfolio. Webinar details: 🗓️ 21 July 2026 ⏰ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM AEST 💻 Duration: 60 minutes Exclusive ASTRA Member Offer ASTRA members can receive 15% off the first three months of PriceLabs using promo code ASTRAPL15. Offer valid until 21 August 2026. Register Now  

Join ASTRA's July Town Hall Join this month's Town Hall featuring Rachael Glendinning, Industry Relations Manager, Tourism Australia, as she shares the latest on international tourism recovery, Tourism Australia's strategic direction, and how operators can engage with the organisation's marketing initiatives. Date: Thursday, 16 July 2026 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (AEST) What to expect: ✅ International tourism update – An overview of the recovery of international visitation to Australia ✅ Tourism Australia strategy – Insights into Tourism Australia's strategic direction and current marketing campaigns ✅ Opportunities for operators – Practical ways tourism businesses can engage with Tourism Australia's platforms and initiatives ✅ Member updates – Stay informed on ASTRA's latest priorities and advocacy work A practical and informative session designed to help tourism operators better understand Tourism Australia's priorities and discover opportunities to connect with its national marketing efforts. *This event is for ASTRA Members only Register for the Town Hall

Join the ASTRA Annual General Meeting Be part of ASTRA’s most important member gathering of the year, where we reflect on key achievements, review organisational updates, and look ahead to future priorities for the short-term rental industry. Date: Monday, 29 June 2026 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (AEST) What to expect: ✅ Annual updates – A review of ASTRA’s achievements and key milestones over the past year ✅ Governance matters – Formal AGM proceedings, including reports and required member resolutions ✅ Industry outlook – Insights into current trends and what’s shaping the STR sector ✅ Member engagement – A chance to connect, ask questions, and stay informed on ASTRA’s direction A focused session designed to keep members informed, aligned, and engaged in the future of the industry. *This event is for ASTRA Members only Register for the AGM