Events

Upcoming

[Webinar] Getting Your Books Right: Trust Accounting Made Simple
May
20
[Webinar] Getting Your Books Right: Trust Accounting Made Simple
10:00 – 11:00
📆 Wednesday, 20 May 2026 at 10 AM AEST 🎤 Ethan Brown, General Manager (APAC), Hospitable 🎤 Craig Saunders, Founder, BookingTrust Getting Your Books Right: Trust Accounting Made Simple Cover the basics of trust accounting obligations, common mistakes property managers make, and how the Hospitable + BookingTrust integration automates the heavy lifting, from reservation data flowing through to compliant trust ledgers. Learn practical strategies to simplify trust accounting and stay compliant with confidence. You’ll learn: 🚀 Key trust accounting obligations for property managers 📊 Common mistakes and how to avoid them ⚖️ How the Hospitable + BookingTrust integration automates trust ledger management 💡 Practical steps to simplify workflows and ensure compliance Ideal for property managers and operators looking to streamline trust accounting processes and stay compliant. Webinar details: 🗓️ 20 May 2026 ⏰ 10-11 AM (AEST) Register Now
ASTRA Monthly Town Hall Meeting
May
21
ASTRA Monthly Town Hall Meeting
16:00 – 17:00
Join the ASTRA May Town Hall Don’t miss this session featuring globally recognised STR expert Simon Lehmann, bringing valuable international insights to the discussion. Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026 Time: 4:00 PM (AEST) What to expect: ✅ Global STR insights from Simon Lehmann – Gain a strategic perspective on emerging trends shaping the short-term rental landscape ✅ Industry updates – Stay across key developments impacting the STR sector and regulatory environment ✅ Advocacy in focus – Updates on ASTRA’s current priorities and ongoing industry engagement ✅ Member value discussion – Practical insights into the benefits and support available to members A focused and high-value session designed to keep you informed, connected, and engaged with the evolving STR landscape. Register for the Town Hall

Past events

[Webinar] The Power of Financial Automation for Short-term Rentals
Apr
24
Past Event
[Webinar] The Power of Financial Automation for Short-term Rentals
12:00 – 13:00
📆 Friday, 24 April at 12 PM AEDT 🎤 Jesse Ehret, Chief Revenue Officer & Co-founder, VRPlatform In a fast-growing STR market, manual spreadsheets and disconnected systems are the highest "hidden" costs to your business. If your team is buried in busywork, you aren't just losing time, you’re losing the ability to scale. Join the Co-Founder and CRO of VRPlatform as we explore how modern short-term rental managers are using automation to gain total financial clarity and operational freedom. You’ll learn: 🚀 How to eliminate manual data entry and reclaim your team's time 📊 Why connected financial systems lead to more confident business decisions ⚖️ Simple ways to improve accounting accuracy for you and your owners 📈 How to identify performance trends that help you scale faster 💡 Easy steps to transition from "surviving" the month-end to mastering it Ideal for professional STR managers and operators looking to build a more profitable, scalable business through the power of tech. Webinar details: 🗓️ 24 April 2026 ⏰ 12-1 PM (AEDT) Register Now
ASTRA Monthly Town Hall Meeting
Apr
23
Past Event
ASTRA Monthly Town Hall Meeting
16:00 – 16:45
Register for the Town Hall Join us for the ASTRA April Town Hall Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026 Time: 4:00 PM (AEST) What to expect: ✅ Latest industry updates – Stay across key developments impacting the STR sector ✅ Open forum discussion – A chance to raise questions and hear from the ASTRA team ✅ Advocacy highlights – Updates on current priorities and ongoing work ✅ Member value insights – Make the most of the benefits available to you A short, focused session designed to keep you informed, connected, and up to date.
[Webinar] Hidden Operational Challenges: Building Reliable Cleaning Systems
Apr
09
Past Event
[Webinar] Hidden Operational Challenges: Building Reliable Cleaning Systems
12:00 – 13:00
📆 Thursday, 9 April at 12 PM AEDT 🎤 Cristina Vascil, Director of Partnerships, Turno 🎤 Emily Florence, Outbound Account Executive, Turno Hidden Operational Challenges: Building Reliable Cleaning Systems Join our Turno speakers as they share insights on tackling hidden operational challenges in short-term rental operations and building reliable cleaning systems for your properties. Learn practical strategies to streamline workflows, improve guest satisfaction, and ensure operational consistency. You’ll learn: 🚀 How to identify hidden inefficiencies in STR property operations 📊 Methods to implement reliable cleaning systems for multiple properties ⚖️ Tips to improve team efficiency and accountability across your rentals 💡 Practical steps to maintain consistency and high standards for guest experiences Ideal for STR managers and operators looking to optimise operations and build stronger, more reliable property management systems. Webinar details: 🗓️ 9 April 2026 ⏰ 12-1 PM (AEDT) Register Now
ASTRA Monthly Town Hall Meeting
Mar
26
Past Event
ASTRA Monthly Town Hall Meeting
16:00 – 16:45
Register for the Town Hall Meeting Join us for the ASTRA March Town Hall What you’ll get (not to be missed): ✅ Exclusive market intelligence – Fresh booking trends, ADR forecasts, and booking window insights to guide your next quarter ✅ Forward-looking predictions – Key insights on what the next few months hold for your business ✅ ASTRA advocacy updates – Learn how we’re fighting for your interests ✅ Unlock your membership value – Discover benefits you might not even know you have Just 45 minutes to gain insights that can greatly boost your business!
ASTRA on the Go Auckland | 17 March 2026
Mar
17
Past Event
ASTRA on the Go Auckland | 17 March 2026
RH Cafe - Freemans Bay
08:00 – 09:00
We are bringing the community together at RH Cafe - Freemans Bay (located in the City Works Depot). Join the ASTRA community for an ASTRA on the Go breakfast on 17 March 2026, starting at 8:00 am. Enjoy coffee and breakfast on us while we catch up on the latest industry developments and strengthen our local network before the STRive conference begins. This event is proudly supported by our partners at Homhero, and we can’t wait to see you there for a caffeine hit and some great conversation. 👉 RSVP: Register here
ASTRA on the Go Melbourne
Mar
11
Past Event
ASTRA on the Go Melbourne
Little Henri
07:30 – 08:30
Register for the ASTRA on the Go Breakfast ASTRA on the Go – Melbourne Breakfast We’re bringing the community together at Little Henri, Thornbury. Join us on 11 March from 7:30am to 8:30am for an ASTRA on the Go breakfast session. Enjoy coffee and muffins as we catch up on the latest industry developments and strengthen our local network before the STRive conference begins. This event is proudly supported by our friends at Resly, and we can’t wait to see you there for great conversation and a morning caffeine hit.