THE YEAR IN REVIEW 2018-19 THE AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION

The Australian Airports Association (AAA) is a non-profit organisation that was founded in 1982 in recognition of the real need for one coherent, cohesive, consistent and vital voice for aerodromes and airports throughout .

The AAA represents the interests of more than 360 airports and aerodromes Australia wide – from the local country community landing strip to major international gateway airports.

The AAA also represents more than 160 aviation stakeholders and organisations that provide goods and services to airports.

The AAA facilitates co-operation among all member airports and their many and varied partners in Australian aviation, whilst contributing to an air transport system that is safe, secure, environmentally responsible and efficient for the benefit of all Australians and visitors.

The AAA is the leading advocate for appropriate national policy relating to activities and operates to ensure regular transport passengers, freight, and the community enjoy the full benefits of a progressive and sustainable airport industry.

CONTACT US P: 02 6230 1110 E: [email protected] w: www.airports.asn.au Message from the Chairman and CEO 2

AAA Board 3

The 2018-19 Year in Review 6

Policy and Advocacy 10

Industry Development 18

Events 22

Other Member Services 28

Our Members 29

Connect With Us 35 CONTENTS Message from the National Chairman Guy Thompson

It is not often that so much takes place in our industry in the space of just one year. However, 2018-19 has been one of those times, with key policy changes and funding announcements that will shape the aviation industry for some time to come.

The clear highlight of the year was the confirmation of sustainable funding for regional airports. The Federal Government’s announcement of a $100 million regional airport fund in the recent budget was a huge boost that will change the futures of some regional airports and their communities. The AAA team led a hard-fought campaign to secure this funding, which finally provides a dedicated regional airport fund in Australia – just like dedicated funding programs that exist for roads and rail. This builds on the AAA’s work to secure an extension to the Remote Airstrip Upgrade Programme last year, giving many of our regional and remote airports the help they need to keep supporting their communities.

Of course, the AAA’s advocacy for airport members will continue as the industry engages with government on the implementation of new government security requirements. This has remained an ongoing focus this year, to ensure a strong dialogue with government on this important issue as we continue to work together.

The Productivity Commission also completed public hearings for its inquiry into the economic regulation of airports recently. The AAA welcomed the Commission’s draft finding in February that the current regulatory approach is fit for purpose, and acknowledged there are some areas where improvements could be made. The AAA looks forward to the public release of the final report later this year.

While these were all significant projects in and of themselves, the small AAA team has also maintained the day-to-day member services and events we have come to know and expect from them. This is no small achievement, and I commend the team for their efforts during this busy time.

Knowing the importance of this work also makes me very proud to lead the AAA Board. The Board brings together a wide range of people that share a deep commitment to supporting a strong and vibrant airport sector. I thank my fellow Directors for their contribution in 2018-19.

2 Message from the CEO Caroline Wilkie

It has been an incredibly busy year for the AAA and one where we have celebrated some important milestones together with our members.

The announcement of a new $100 million regional airport fund in the this year’s budget was very welcome news for the industry after what was a long campaign for sustainable funding. We were delighted that the AAA’s campaign has helped achieve a funding model that will really make a difference for our regions. We were heartened to hear from many of our members following the announcement and look forward to continuing to engage with government on their behalf to ensure the effective implementation of the fund.

The industry also marked an important milestone in February when CASA confirmed changes to MOS Part 139. This was the result of extensive engagement with the AAA and the wider industry and is an important step towards an even safer, more outcomes driven aviation sector. We received some very positive feedback from members attending the inaugural AAA Safety Forum in February, which was co-hosted by CASA. There remains some work to go as we begin the implementation process, and the AAA looks forward to continuing to provide guidance and support for our members in partnership with CASA.

While these and other issues have set a significant policy agenda during the year, we also hosted our biggest ever AAA National Conference in Brisbane as part of our event series. It was fantastic to see our members take the opportunity to network and make the most of the comprehensive program over the course of the week, and we look forward to seeing you again on the Gold Coast this year.

Pleasingly, we also launched our Women in Airports Network and Professionals Network during 2018-19. These are providing new avenues to engage with our members on the issues that matter to them, and we look forward to seeing these initiatives gather momentum in the year ahead.

I hope you enjoy looking back on the 2018-19 year in the pages to follow and thank all of our members, stakeholders and staff for their support during this busy time.

3 AAA Board

The AAA is governed by an elected Board of Directors. The Board includes a representative from each state and territory, as well as representatives of the membership categories of major, large regional and small regional airports.

National Chairman Guy Thompson

Major Airports Director Chris Mills Chief Executive Officer Queensland Airports Limited

Large Regional Airport Director Bill Chapman Airport Operations Manager Rob Menzies Executive Director, Projects Small Regional Airport Director Broome International Airport Nat Thomas Airport Manager Halls Creek Aerodrome

Company Secretary Glen Bortolin Corporate Services Director AAA

4 Northern Territory Tom Ganley Chief Financial Queensland Officer and Paul Watson Company Secretary General Manager - NT Airports Civil Services and Operations Great Barrier Reef Airport, Hamilton Island

South Australia Howard Aspey Manager, Airport Operations NSW Lindsay Mason Director Corporate Services Narrabri Shire Council

ACT Stephen Carson Chief Financial Officer

Victoria Katie Cooper Head of Aviation Operations Paul Hodgen AAA Deputy Chairman General Manager

5 The 2018-19 Year in Review It has been a busy and eventful year for the AAA and our members – here’s a snapshot of just some of the highlights.

August

August Division meetings kicked off for the year, with meetings in Launceston, Adelaide, Emerald and Sydney.

November

13-16 November The AAA National Conference saw a record number of delegates take part in the event in Brisbane.

28 November The AAA welcomed the Federal Government’s endorsement of a drone registration scheme, to be implemented by CASA.

6 October

15-19 October Airport Safety Week saw airports across Australia and New Zealand take part in a range of events to promote a strong safety culture.

14 November 16 November The AAA Airport The AAA formally launched Industry Awards its new Young Airport celebrated Professionals Network, innovation and with ’s excellence at Jared Feehely named its airports across inaugural chair. Australia.

February 6 February The Productivity Commission released its draft report on the inquiry into the economic regulation of airports, finding the current regulatory approach is fit for purpose.

7 February CASA confirmed MOS Part 139 changes, with implementation to take place over an 18-month period.

21 March

The AAA’s study tour kicked off, with delegates touring a range of airports in the UK and Europe.

30 March The Federal Government confirmed its $100 million regional funding commitment, following an extensive AAA campaign to Protect Regional Airports.

8 March

25 February 8 March The inaugural The AAA launched AAA Safety its Women in Forum was held Airports Network in Melbourne in on International partnership with Women’s Day. CASA.

25-29 March Productivity Commission AAA

SUBMISSION public hearings took place DRAFT REPORT in Canberra, Sydney and RESPONSE TO THE PRODUCTIVITY COMMISSION’S Melbourne.

Productivity Commission inquiry into the economic regulation of airports

May 14-16 May The AAA hosted its Airfield Pavement and Lighting Forum and Pavement Technology Workshop in Melbourne.

9 Policy and Advocacy

Over 35 years ago, the AAA was established The Productivity Commission’s draft report to provide a national voice for Australia’s was released in February and found the airports on all policy issues impacting our current regulatory approach is fit for industry. From its humble beginnings to the purpose, providing a strong endorsement organisation it is today, the AAA has always of airports’ efforts to increase efficiency maintained a strong focus on ensuring and capacity at a time when demand for air it continues to advocate for policies that travel continues to rise. The draft report benefit our airport members and allow the also confirmed the findings of previous industry to continue to grow and prosper. inquiries, reflecting the robust evidence and arguments put forward to the Commission The AAA oversaw a comprehensive policy by the AAA and its members. program this year on the important issues impacting the airport industry. This section In particular, the AAA welcomed the draft provides a brief summary of some of the report’s finding that an arbitration frame- main policy and advocacy activities in work proposed by airline lobby group 2018-19. A4ANZ was unnecessary and risky. This confirmed the AAA’s own findings, sup- ported by research it commissioned from Productivity Commission international experts last year. inquiry The draft report did, however, recommend One of the most significant focus areas for some sensible changes for the industry to the AAA during the year was engaging with consider to improve transparency and make the Productivity Commission’s Inquiry into it easier for consumers to see how airports the Economic Regulation of Airports. The are working to support them. inquiry’s terms of reference were released in June 2018, in line with the timing The AAA has since lodged further recommended at the previous Productivity submissions in response to the draft Commission inquiry in 2011. report and taken part in the public hearing process. The Commission’s final The AAA submitted a comprehensive and report was provided to Government in compelling submission in September, June. Its public release, as well as the supported by several expert reports and Government’s response to the findings robust analysis. In total, 88 submissions and recommendations, is expected in the were made to the inquiry by airports, second half of 2019. airlines, fuel suppliers, industry bodies, government agencies and other stakeholders before the draft report was handed down.

10 Protect Regional Airports campaign

The AAA’s Protected Regional Airports campaign commenced in 2017 and has been solely focussed on securing additional Commonwealth funding support for REGIONAL AIRPORTS CONTRIBUTING TO AND CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITIES infrastructure at regional airports across The Australian Airports Association (AAA), with support from the Australian Local Governmentm Association (ALGA), the Regional Aviation Association of Australiafl ights (RAAA), and15 the Australian Logistics Council (ALC), are seeking direct Federal Government funding supportpassengers for essential infrastructure at regional airports. 360,000+ Domestic passengers account for Australia. around 117 million trips per year. WHY ARE REGIONAL AIRPORTSIn 2016-17, domesticIMPORTANT? RPT Regional passengers are estimated aircraft movements were in to make up 12 per cent of this total, excess of 1.2 million. Of this, or 15 million passengers per year. over 360,000, or nearly 25%, 45% of were to or from an airport in Australia’s tourism regional Australia. It is estimated that regional Australia accounts for 45 per cent over The campaign first saw some success last of Australia’s tourism industry, with regional airports being a critical enabling gateway. jobs 6000Over 6000 year as part of the 2018-19 Federal Budget, 4450 emergency evacuations airports a year. Regional airports directly employ are facilitated by regional over 1700 full-time workers and PROTECT REGIONAL AIRPORTS support an additional 2750 jobs. when the Government committed an 500 aircraft Across Australia, airports additional $28.3 million dollars to extend house more than 500 aircraft Infrastructure available to be deployed for fi refi ghting duties. defi cit the Remote Airstrip Upgrade Programme There is an estimated $170 million shortfall $ Regional in infrastructure funding over the next isolation 10 years, with costs WHAT HAPPENS TO REGIONAL AIRPORTS WITHOUTto FUNDING? increase by Regional communities (RAUP) for a further four years. This was the risk being 40 per cent over cut o from health care, education, the same period. Sub economic and travel opportunities. result of a strong pre-budget submission optimal safety Many regional airports are operating developed by the AAA, as well as continued runways and infrastructure that is 70+ years old, with substantial upgrades needed to meet modern political engagement through one-on- aviation safety standards. one meetings with key Federal MPs and Ministers.

While the extension of the RAUP was a The AAA was absolutely delighted that positive start, there was still much work the Government announced the to be done to secure the AAA’s central creation of the Regional Airports campaign focus: a new $100 million Program as part of its 2019-20 Federal Commonwealth fund for infrastructure and Budget. The $100 million fund over four maintenance works at regional airports years will help upgrade infrastructure across Australia. and improve safety and access at regional airports across Australia. The AAA lodged another pre-budget submission in February, focusing on the This was a landmark achievement for significant infrastructure funding challenges the AAA and the industry more broadly, facing regional airports. This was followed and one that we can all be incredibly by a lengthy and intensive political proud of. engagement process to demonstrate the significant benefits airports provide regional communities, as well as how crucial Commonwealth funding assistance is to the long-term viability of the sector.

11 Review of CASR/MOS Part 139 and AAA Safety Forum

The AAA has been closely involved in the Revised regulations were approved by Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s (CASA) Government in February and was due to be Post Implementation Review (PIR) of finalised in July. A transition process will be the CASR/MOS Part 139 for aerodromes completed ahead of the implementation since 2014. As the cornerstone safety of the regulations in August 2020. There regulatory framework for our industry, will then be a further two-year transition the review of MOS Part 139 is very process for registered aerodromes to be important to ensure airports are able to compliant with the new standards. reasonably and practically meet required safety standards. The next fundamental component of the transition process will be industry education and communication, as well as the development of detailed guidance materials (in the form of Advisory Circulars and Alternative Means of Compliance) to support the new standards. 2019 AAA AIRPORT SAFETY FORUM MONDAY 25 FEBRUARY, MELBOURNE The AAA is hosting this Safety Forum to provide the opportunity for industry to be briefed by CASA on the changes to MOS Part 139.

The interactive sessions are an opportunity to engage with CASA on how the changes may impact your airport. Other topics for discussion will include airport surveillance, RPAS (drones) and Safety Management Systems (SMS).

AAA AIRPORT SAFETY FORUM 2019

MONDAY 25 FEBRUARY, MELBOURNE 12 Airport Practice Notes (APN)

In support of these efforts, the AAA A new supplement was released in July partnered with CASA to host an Airport to provide more detailed guidance on Safety Forum in February. The forum pavements typical of smaller regional and was a great success and was very well remote airports. ‘Pavements for Rural and attended by members. It provided CASA Remote Airports’ is a supplement to APN 12 an excellent opportunity to collectively and is available free of charge – along with brief industry on the finalised changes all of the AAA’s APNs – via the Members’ and pathway to transition, as well as Centre at airports.asn.au. discuss other topical issues such as drones, safety management systems All of the AAA’s 12 APNs will be updated in and surveillance trends. 2019-20 to reflect MOS Part 139 changes, ensuring members continue to have access The AAA will also host webinars to detailed, best practice guidance on a later in 2019 to ensure members range of technical and operational issues. remain informed of the key changes All updates will be finalised before the new associated with the new standards and standards take effect in August 2020. regulations, as well as the development of essential guidance material.

AIRFIELD LIGHTING ESSENTIALS PAVEMENTSREMOTE FOR RURAL AIRPORTS AND CONSIDERATIONS FOR IMPROVING DISABILITY ACCESS ATAIRPORT AIRPORTS PRACTICE NOTE 10 SUPPLEMENT TO AIRPORT PRACTICE NOTE 12

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13 Aviation Security

The changes to airport security The AAA has also been actively requirements for major and regional collaborating with airports and airline airports, announced as part of the partners to discuss the development of a Federal Budget last year, have national implementation framework for continued to be a key focus area for the new security requirements, and to the AAA. share learnings from trials of infrastructure solutions. A continued focus on ensuring a The AAA made submissions to the practical transition process for industry to Department of Home Affairs in late meet the new security requirements will be 2018 to respond to its Aviation Security a high priority for 2019-20. Framework Issues Paper, as well as consultation on additional Powders, The Department of Home Affairs, along Liquids, Aerosols, and Gels (PLAGs) with CASA and other government agencies, restrictions. Both submissions highlighted have also started to more closely investigate several issues that need to be resolved the impact of drone activity near airports to ensure an efficient transition to new from both a security and safety perspective. security requirements while minimising CASA currently has passive surveillance the regulatory burden on industry. underway at several major airports across the country to inform further discussions The Department also updated airports with industry later in 2019 on how this in February on its progress in planning emerging issue will be managed moving for and implementing new security forward. requirements. Further industry consultation on draft regulations is expected, including a meeting of the ASAF and RICM groups.

14 AAA Committees and Networking Groups

Much of the AAA’s policy and advocacy work is progressed with valuable input from a series of committees and networking groups that operate under the AAA Board structure. These groups not only provide an excellent source of information and expertise for the AAA to draw on, they are also a valuable mechanism for the industry to share knowledge and experiences. An outline of the AAA’s committees is provided below.

Major Airport Security Committee Major Airport Operations Committee Reviews existing security regulations and Provides an opportunity to discuss and any proposed changes required by the collaborate on all aspects of airport Government at all major airports. operations (airside and landside), and identify opportunities to improve efficiency Regional Airport Security Committee and leverage best practice. Provides regional airports with an opportunity to discuss and collaborate on Major Airport Corporate Affairs security-related Government policies and Committee regulations impacting the industry. Provides an opportunity to discuss and collaborate on Government policies and Major Airport CEO Committee regulations impacting the industry. Creates opportunities for the leaders of major airports to consider the issues impacting the industry.

15 Planning Committee Small Regional Airport Networking Group Provides advice to the industry on planning Provides opportunities for small regional regulation and issues impacting Australian and remote aerodromes to collectively airports. This includes land use planning discuss and share information on the around airports, airport infrastructure unique issues facing their operations. planning, airspace planning and airport master planning. Aerodrome Operations Safety Networking Group Major Airport Passenger Facilitation Committee Communicates, collaborates and consults on airside operational safety matters in Provides major airports with an opportunity order to achieve and promote industry best to discuss and collaborate on border practice. processes and passenger facilitation related to Government policies and regulations Risk and Compliance Networking Group impacting the industry. Communicates, collaborates and consults Environment Networking Group on risk and compliance matters relevant to airport operators in order to achieve and Provides an avenue for Australian promote industry best practice. airports and aerodromes to discuss and collaborate on environmental performance and compliance matters, as well as environment-related sustainability challenges and opportunities associated with their operations.

16 Wildlife Networking Group Shares best practice information and discusses existing airport and aerodrome technical processes, procedures, and standards for aviation wildlife hazard management.

Pavements Working Group Shares information, reviews and discuss- es new or existing aerodrome technical processes, procedures, and standards for airfield pavements. The working group is also called on to provide feedback on AAA pavement related projects.

17 Industry Development

Education Webinars

A range of online courses for people The AAA’s webinar program continued working at airports continued to be during the year, with a range of new offered during the year to support the webinars on issues of importance to the safe conduct of operations at Australian industry. The program provides a quick and aerodromes. The courses have been easy way to stay up to date on the latest developed in line with regulatory issues, drawing on the knowledge of expert requirements, and focus on teaching in commentators in their field. a way that ensures information is easily retained with the support of resources Webinars delivered during the year participants can use in day-to-day covered topics including regional airport operational airport situations. safety, CASA aerodrome inspectors’ roles and responsibilities, demand leakage The online format of the AAA’s courses and pavements. Further webinars will be allows people to access them wherever offered in the year ahead to keep members they are located, at a time that suits up to date. them. The courses available include: • Aerodrome Reporting Officer and Works Safety Officer Course • Aerodrome Reporting Officer and Works Safety Officer Refresher Course • Introduction to Performing the Role of a Works Safety Officer (WSO) • Airside Safety Essentials • Airfield Lighting Essentials • Work Health and Safety for Airport Managers • Wildlife Hazard Management Essentials • Emergency Management Systems • NOTAM Awareness (free course) • Regional and Remote Aviation Awareness (free course)

18 Women in Airports Network (WIAN)

The WIAN was launched in March to Members are also encouraged to discuss coincide with International Women’s career development and leadership Day. The network aims to create a pathways for women working in airports community to support the participation across Australia and New Zealand. and advancement of women across all aspects of airport operations, as well as The AAA will host a Women in Airports leadership positions. Forum as part of its AAA National Conference program to build on this A dedicated LinkedIn group was discussion in November 2019. The forum established to provide a forum for WIAN aims to identify key initiatives for the WIAN members to share and collaborate, with to pursue on behalf of its members in the a wide range of members joining the year ahead. group in its first weeks. The AAA has developed a range of materials for the group, including member profiles and curated content from across the industry and beyond.

19 Young Airport Professionals (YAP) Network

The YAP Network was formally launched Gold Coast Airport airside operations at the AAA National Conference in supervisor Jared Feehely was named November to provide a platform for young the inaugural chair of the committee that professionals to share best practice ideas, will oversee the network. Staff from regional, collaborate on challenges facing the remote and capital city airports have been industry and create valuable and lasting invited to join the network, with a dedicated professional networks. LinkedIn group established in April.

The AAA has already received a positive response to the network from its members. It is expected the network will host a series of events in the year ahead to provide mentoring and support for young professionals seeking to develop a career in aviation.

20 AAA European Study Tour

The AAA led a small group of members Each visit revealed a unique approach on an exciting and very insightful tour of to airport operations based largely several European airports in March to on individual circumstances and coincide with the Passenger Terminal infrastructure characteristics. However, a Expo in London. common theme was the need to innovate and develop solutions that continually The group visited Schiphol Airport in drive efficiency improvements. The tour Amsterdam, Manchester Airport in culminated with the Passenger Terminal northern England, Heathrow Airport and Expo in London, the largest airport Gatwick Airport. The focus of the tour conference in the world. was to gain knowledge, insights and share experiences in airport operations, with a particular focus on aviation security.

AAA European Study Tour MARCH 2019

Overview The AAA is facilitati ng a study tour to European airports in March 2019 around the Passenger Terminal Expo and Conference Tentati ve Program 20 March – 29 March 2019 in London.

This is the fi rst ti me that the AAA has Wednesday 20 March facilitated an overseas study tour. The tour Study Tour welcome event in the evening, Amsterdam* will provide parti cipants with a wonderful opportunity to visit airports in Amsterdam Thursday 21 March and the UK as well as to att end one of Tour of Schiphol Airport, Amsterdam, travel to Manchester the largest global airport conferences – Passenger Terminal Expo. Friday 22 March Tour of Manchester Airport The intenti on of the tour is to exchange knowledge and experience with colleagues Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 March in other countries. Our delegati on is likely to Free time consist of 10-15 representati ves from regional and major airports as well as those in airport Monday 25 March related corporate businesses. The tour will be Tours of Heathrow and Gatwick Airports led by AAA Policy Director Simon Bourke. Study tour evening drinks function with UK airport colleagues, London* Parti cipati on is open to AAA Airport and AAA Corporate members. Tuesday 26 Passenger Terminal Expo, London Study Tour Dinner *

Wednesday 28 March Passenger Terminal Expo, London

Thursday 29 March Passenger Terminal Expo, London

The tour is being facilitated by the AAA, with costs to be covered by those taking part in the tour except where marked by * above. The AAA will facilitate recommended hotels and travel opti ons for the tour. Please note that at this stage the above program is tentati ve and will be confi rmed once we have confi rmati on of att endance.

21 Events

Division meetings The AAA division meeting program brings This year’s program also saw meetings held together members from across a state or at a range of metropolitan and regional territory to discuss the latest challenges locations across Australia. A highlight of many and opportunities facing the industry. division meetings has been the airport tour The ‘mini conferences’ are offered free provided by the host, giving participants to of charge to all airport and corporate look behind the scenes of another airport members to support a regular dialogue on within their state or territory. issues of importance. Members can register to attend their More than 500 people attend the full-day local division meeting by logging in to the sessions each year to make the most of members centre at airports.asn.au, while the chance to network and share best upcoming events are advertised each practice. The program included a wide week in the Airport Alert enewsletter. A range of subjects in 2018-19, including comprehensive program is planned in the airport case studies and presentations by year ahead, so don’t miss your chance to key government agencies such as CASA register to take part. and Airservices Australia.

22 The division meetings held in 2018-19 were:

Division Location Date New South Wales Sydney 30 August 2018 Tamworth 14-15 March 2019 Northern Territory Gove 19 June 2019 Queensland Emerald 16-17 August 2018 Brisbane 5 June 2019 South Australia Adelaide 8 August 2018 Adelaide 27 March 2019 Tasmania Launceston 1 August 2018 Sale 6 September 2018 Tasmania and Victoria Avalon 26 February 2019 Western Australia 20-21 September 2018 Albany 2-3 May 2019

23 Airport Safety Week (ASW) – 15-19 October

More than 100 airports across Australia The Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Walk was and New Zealand took part in ASW, making once again the major event of the week, it the biggest year for the event to date. with airports across the country inviting Participants joined in a range of activities as members of their airport communities to part of the theme ‘Walk in My Shoes’. The take part in this important safety measure. theme encouraged members to discover Other activities over the course of the week more about their colleagues on the airfield, included guided visits of air traffic control in the terminal or behind the scenes to towers, a day in the life of an aerodrome see how everyone’s actions contribute to reporting officer, best dressed PPE airport safety. competitions, toolbox talks and quizzes.

Additional daily themes provided a focus The AAA provided a range of resources to on more specific safety issues each support airport activities, including toolbox day, covering issues such as promoting talk materials, posters, enewsletters and a a safety culture, aerodrome reporting daily quiz. The AAA’s social media platforms, officers, foreign object debris, and safety including a dedicated ASW Facebook page, management systems. also gave participating airports the chance to share images and video from the week and see what others had planned.

24 Airfield Pavement and Lighting Forum and Pavement Technology Workshop – 14 -16 May

The 2019 Airfield Pavement and Lighting Delegates provided positive feedback Forum and Pavement Technology on the program and content, while the Workshop was held in Melbourne, event exhibition was well received. providing comprehensive technical The next workshop and forum will be content, case studies and panel held in 2021 and will also include an discussions to support the future exhibition following its popularity this development of the airport industry. year. The AAA would like to thank and More than 120 people attended the acknowledge the 2019 partners and workshop, while 240 people took part in exhibitors for their support of this event. the two-day forum.

FORUM AIRFIELD PAVEMENT AND LIGHTING Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 May 2019 Crown Conference Centre, Melbourne PAVEMENT TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP Tuesday 14 May 2019 Crown Conference Centre, Melbourne

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25 AAA National Conference – 13-16 November

The AAA National Conference 2018 was Dedicated regional airport and commercial held in Brisbane, with a comprehensive streams proved popular during the week, range of speakers and topics attracting a while the extensive exhibition space record number of delegates. Deputy Prime provided an ideal location for networking Minister Michael McCormack welcomed over the course of each day. delegates to the event, highlighting the importance of the airports industry to the The AAA National Airport Industry Awards economy and community. was once again a highlight, recognising the major achievements of those in the industry. The full list of winners is provided on page 27.

26 Airport of the Year winners

Small Regional Aerodrome Airport

Small Regional Airport Kangaroo Island Airport

Large Regional Airport

Major Airport Newcastle Airport

Capital City Airport

Innovation and Excellence Awards

Commercial Regional airport Djarindjin Lombadina Airport and winner Broome International Airport Major airport winner Customer Winner Gold Coast Airport experience Highly commended Environmental Winner Camden Airport management Highly commended Cairns Airport Infrastructure Regional airport winner Busselton- development Major airport winner Non-aeronautical Launceston Airport development Operations Technology Sydney Airport

Corporate Project of the Year

Regional airport winner BMD Major and capital city airport winner Airbiz

Outstanding Contribution to the Industry Julieanne Alroe, former Chief Executive Officer

27 Other member services

AAA and RAAus joint project – online portal

A new joint initiative with Recreational This new initiative demonstrates a genuine Aviation Australia (RAAus) was launched commitment to growth, professionalism in March to resolve a long-standing issue and improved engagement between the regarding the use of recreational aircraft at aerodrome and recreational aircraft sectors. public aerodromes across the country. The AAA and RAAus are committed to The AAA and RAAus joined forces to offer continuing to work collaboratively, ensuring members a secure online portal to allow recreational aviation and aerodrome aerodrome operators to quickly and easily operations remain safe, secure and obtain contact details for recreational sustainable. aircraft operators using their facilities. To register for access to the portal, go to The portal – managed by RAAus with https://airports.asn.au/raaus-application resourcing support from the AAA – removes or email [email protected]. the need for aerodrome operators to liaise with RAAus on a case-by-case basis to confirm details of recreational aircraft using their facilities. This makes contacting recreational aircraft owners for emergency management, safety, security and billing purposes much easier.

Defence payments program

The AAA has an exclusive contract with The program delivers significant financial the Department of Defence to process benefits to member airports as the AAA payments for Defence landings at member manages the interaction and billing with airports. The AAA is able to identify, validate the Department. This is an important part and process payments for the landings and of the ongoing services available to AAA remit funds directly to eligible airports. members.

28 Our Members

Airport Members*

Our airport members represent airports and aerodromes across Australia. The AAA thanks its members for their contribution and insights in 2018–19 and looks forward to continuing to work to support you in the year ahead.

Australian Capital Territory Moree Plains Shire Council Narrabri Shire Council Canberra Airport Narrandera Shire Council Narromine Shire Council New South Wales Newcastle Airport Ltd Albury City Council Norfolk Island Regional Council Armidale Regional Council Orange City Council Ballina Shire Council Parkes Shire Council Limited Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Bathurst Regional Council Shellharbour City Council Bega Valley Shire Council Sydney Airport Corporation Limited Berrigan Shire Council Tamworth Regional Council Bourke Shire Council Temora Shire Council Broken Hill Council Upper Hunter Shire Council Carrathool Shire Council Wagga Wagga City Council Central Coast Council Warren Shire Council Cessnock City Council Clarence Valley Council Northern Territory Coffs Harbour City Council Department of Infrastructure, Planning Dubbo City Regional Airport and Logistics (NT) Edward River Council Katherine Town Council Eurobodalla Shire Council McArthur River Mine Federation Council Mungalalu Truscott Airbase Pty Ltd Glen Innes Severn Council Newmont Australia Goulburn Airport Nhulunbuy Corporation Limited Greater Taree City Council Northern Territory Airports Pty Ltd Griffith City Council ( Pty Ltd) Inverell Shire Council Northern Territory Airports Pty Ltd Kempsey Shire Council (Darwin International Airport Pty Ltd) Lachlan Shire Council Northern Territory Airports Pty Ltd Lismore City Council ( Pty Ltd) Liverpool Plains Shire Council Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia

*AAA Airport Members in 2018–19 29 Queensland Pty Ltd Sunshine Coast Council Corporation Tablelands Regional Council Banana Shire Council Toowoomba Regional Council Barcaldine Regional Council Torres Shire Council Barcoo Shire Council Western Downs Regional Council BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance Whitsunday Coast Airport Blackall-Tambo Regional Council Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport South Australia Bundaberg Regional Council Limited Burdekin Shire Council Adelaide Airport Limited - Parafield Cairns Airport Pty Ltd BHP Billiton Olympic Dam Corporation Pty Carpentaria Shire Council (Normanton) Ltd Central Highlands Regional Council Coober Pedy District Council Cook Shire Council (Coen, Laura) District Council of Ceduna Cook Shire Council (Cooktown) District Council of Grant Fraser Coast Regional Council (Hervey Bay) District Council of Kimba Fraser Coast Regional Council District Council of Lower Eyre Peninsula (Maryborough) Elliston District Council Corporation Flinders Ranges Council (SA) Hamilton Island Enterprises Ltd Franklin Harbour District Council Lockhart River Aerodrome Co Kangaroo Island Council Longreach Regional Council Kingston District Council Pty Ltd Naracoorte Lucindale District Council Maranoa Regional Council Outback Communities Authority Mount Isa City Council Port Augusta City Council Murweh Shire Council Port Pirie Regional Council Queensland Airports Limited (Gold Coast Southern Mallee District Council Airport Pty Ltd) Streaky Bay District Council Queensland Airports Limited (Longreach Whyalla City Council Airport Pty Ltd) Queensland Airports Limited (Mount Isa Tasmania Airport Pty Ltd) Queensland Airports Limited (Townsville Corporation Airport Pty Ltd) Flinders Council (TAS) Rio Tinto Aluminium Limited Hobart International Airport Rockhampton Regional Council Australia Pacific Airports (Launceston) Pty Scenic Rim Regional Council Ltd South Burnett Regional Council King Island Council Southport Flying Club Inc Tasmanian Ports Corporation

30 Victoria Western Australia Aerodrome Management Services Pty Ltd Bacchus Marsh Aerodrome Management (Barrow Island) Inc Aerodrome Management Services Pty Ltd City of Ballarat (Halls Creek) City of Greater Bendigo BHP Billiton (Leinster) East Gippsland Shire Council BHP Billiton (Mount Keith Mine) Pty Ltd BHP Billiton Iron Ore Forbes Shire Council Broome International Airport Pty Ltd G & P Baum Superannuation Fund Carnarvon Shire Council Gannawarra Shire Council City of Albany Glenelg Shire Council City of Bunbury Greater Shepparton City Council City of Busselton Hindmarsh Shire Council City of Greater Geraldton Horsham Rural City Council City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Latrobe City Council City of Karratha Melbourne Airport Fayburn Pty Ltd Mildura Airport Pty Ltd Fortescue Metals Group Limited Moira Shire Council Holdings Pty Ltd Corporation Aerodrome Management Services Mount Hotham Skiing Co Pty Ltd (MHSC Toll Global Logistics - IOT Airports Transportation Services) Perth Airport Pty Ltd Northern Grampians Shire Council Pilbara Iron Co (Services) Pty Ltd Shire of Campaspe Port Hedland International Airport Southern Grampians Shire Council Shire of Ashburton Swan Hill Rural City Council Shire of Derby/West Kimberley Warrnambool City Council Shire of East Pilbara Wellington Shire Council (VIC) Shire of Esperance Yarriambiack Shire Council Shire of Laverton Shire of Leonora Shire of Manjimup Shire of Meekatharra Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley Toll Remote Logistics (Christmas Island)

31 Corporate Members*

Our corporate members deliver services to the airport industry. The AAA thanks its corporate members for their support and contribution in 2018–19. We look forward to drawing on your expertise and experience as we work together over the course of next year.

A Arcadis Architectus AAA Asphalt Surfaces Arup Pty Ltd AAG Aviation Safety ASI Solutions Ltd Accession Consulting Asset College Action Line Marking (SA) Pty Ltd Aurecon Australia Pty Ltd ADB Safegate Australia Pty Ltd AustralianSuper ADVAM Avatas Consulting AECOM Australia Pty Ltd AVCRM Products Pty Ltd AeroAscent Pty Ltd Avdata Australia Aerodrome Design Services Aviation Ground Support Pty Ltd Aerodrome Infrastructure Management Aviation ID Australia Pty Ltd Services Aviation Projects Pty Ltd Aeroglobal Avionics Airfield Lighting Pty Ltd Aerosure Asia Pacific Pty Ltd Avisure Aerosweep Pty Ltd Avlite Systems Aileron Edge Pty Ltd Avlogix Solutions Ailevon Pacific Aviation Consulting LLC AWPL Retail Airbiz Aviation Strategies Pty Ltd A Spectrum Connected Pty Ltd AIRDAT Ltd Airport Alliance B Airport Consultancy Group Ballistic Training Solutions Pty Ltd Airport Equipment Australia Pty Barry Nilsson Lawyers - Airport Document Airport Lighting Specialists Pty Ltd Solutions Airport OLS Surveys BCS Airport Systems Pty Ltd Airport Security Pty Ltd Beca Consultants Pty Ltd Airport Surveys Pty Ltd Biodiversity Australia Pty Ltd T/A Naturecall Airports Plus Pty Ltd Environmental Airservices Australia Bishopp Airport Advertising Airworks Consulting BMD Group Altara Group Pty Ltd Boral Asphalt AMP Capital Investors Limited Brick N Pave APEX Crisis Management Business Accelerator 365 APP Corporation Pty Limited

*AAA Corporate Members in 2018–19 32 C I Carboncor Australia Pty Ltd ICM Airport Technics Australia Pty Ltd Cavotec IDS Australasia Pty Ltd CBC Facilities Maintenance Pty Ltd IDV Pacific Pty Ltd CCS Civil Pty Ltd ISS Security Centastaff Workforce Solutions IVM Group Chauntry Ltd City of West Torrens J Civilcraft Pty Ltd Jacobs Colas Australia Jasko Airport Services Concession Planning International JB Audit & Admin Services (Australia) Pty Ltd JJ Ryan Consulting Pty Ltd CQR Consulting Australia Pty Ltd Cut & Core K Kamen Engineering Pty Ltd D Kneebush Planning Pty Ltd Department of Defence Department of Planning, Transport & L Infrastructure L.E.K. Consulting Designa Australia L3 Communications - Security and Detection Digital Images International Pty Ltd Landrum & Brown Downer Infrastructure Services Leading Edge Aviation Planning Drive Now Professionals Pty Ltd LGP Electrical Services Pty Ltd E Lime Intelligence EJ Lower Capital ESDR Electronics Pty Ltd M F Marshall Day Acoustics Pty Ltd FINLEASE (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD Mott MacDonald Australia Pty Ltd Fulton Hogan MSS Security Pty Ltd G N Geofabrics Australasia Norton Rose Fulbright Australia GHD Pty Ltd Noxon Giffen Glidepath Ltd Nuctech (Nuctech Sydney Pty Ltd) Global Airspace Solutions Golder Associates Pty Ltd O Oacis Pty Ltd H OandMs Pty Ltd Hatch OCS Services Australia HUESKER Australia Pty Ltd Opeam Pty Ltd

33 P T Pensar Infrastructure TARMAC Aerodrome Operations Perron Investments Pty Ltd The Airport Group Perth Airports Municipalities Group Inc Thomson Geer (PAMG) Three Consulting Phillip Cash To70 Aviation (Australia) Pty Ltd Plan Safe Trident Services Australia Pty Ltd Turner & Townsend Q Queensland Airport Lighting U uAvionix Australia R UniSuper Management Pty Ltd Randl Pty Limited RATE (Australia) Pty Ltd V Redwater Consulting Group Vaisala Pty Ltd Regional Airport Partners Vanderlande Industries Australia Pty Ltd REHBEIN Airport Consulting Veritas Resources Co-ordination Partnerships Pty Ltd Vision-Box Australia Pty Ltd RMIT University VizionX Pty Ltd Roadline Removal (North Coast) Pty Limited Roadside Services and Solutions Pty Ltd W Wanzl Australia Pty Ltd S West Coast Civil Pty Ltd Sandfire Resources NL Western Advance Pty Ltd SCP Consulting Pty Ltd Wilson Security Secure Parking Wood and Grieve Engineers SECUREclean Pty Ltd World Fuel Services (Australia) Pty Ltd Securitas Transport Aviation Security WSA Co Limited Australia Pty Ltd WSP Shawl Group Pty Ltd WTP Australia Pty Ltd SITA SkyBus X Smarte Carte Xplane Limited SMEC Australia Pty Ltd Smiths Detection (Australia) Pty Ltd SNC-Lavalin Rail & Transit Pty Ltd SNP Security Stabilised Pavements of Australia Pty Ltd STEA Astute Architecture SX Technologies

34 Connect With Us

There are many ways you can access the benefits of being a AAA member. Here are just a few ways you can connect with us over the course of the year.

Access industry resources in the Sign up for weekly updates with AAA Members Centre Airport Alert Airport Alert is a must-read weekly The AAA Members Centre allow you to enewsletter for AAA members, providing access free resources and sign up to AAA updates on news, events and job listings events quickly and easily – just by logging in the industry. To subscribe, simply in at airports.asn.au. If you need any help log in to the AAA Members Centre and registering for the AAA Members Centre, register at https://aaa.eventsair.com/ download our step-by-step guide at https:// AAAMembershipPortal/aaa/member- aaa.eventsair.com/AAAMembershipPortal/ centre. aaa/member-centre.

Take part in our events The AAA hosts a wide range of events and division meetings throughout the year. You can find the latest information on upcoming events, including how to register or suggest a speaker, in Airport Alert each week.

AUSTRALIAN AIRPORTS ASSOCIATION

RESOURCES AIRPORT PRACTICE NOTE CALENDAR 2019 FEBRUARY W Wednesday 20 E Monday 25 DM Tuesday 26 E Wednesday 27 AAA Webinar MARCH AAA/CASA Airport Safety Summit B Tuesday 5 AAA Victorian/Tasmanian Division Meeti ng - Internati onal Air Show B Tuesday 5 AAA/WIA Event - Internati onal Air Show B Wednesday 6 DM AIRFIELD LIGHTING ESSENTIALS Wednesday 13 - Thursday 14 AAA Board Committ ee Meeti ngs AIRPORT PRACTICE NOTE 11 W Teleconference Thursday 21 AAA Board Stakeholder Dinner AIRPORT PRACTICE NOTE 10 Melbourne IE AAA Board Meeti ng Thursday 21 - Thursday 28 Avalon CONSIDERATIONSDISABILITY ACCESS FOR IMPROVINGAT AIRPORTS DM NSW Division Meeti ng Wednesday 27 Avalon AAA Webinar APRIL IE Passenger Terminal Expo & AAA Study Tour ESSENTIALS Tuesday 2 - Thursday 4 Canberra W SA Division Meeti ng AIRPORT PRACTICE NOTE 12 Wednesday 17 AIRFIELD PAVEMENT Canberra MAY Canberra DM ACI Asia - Pacifi c/World AGM, Conference and Exhibiti on Thursday 2 and Friday 3 Tamworth E AAA Webinar Tuesday 14 Teleconference E Wednesday 15 - Thursday 16 London W WA Division Meeti ng Wednesday 29 Adelaide JUNE AAA Airfi eld Pavements Technical Workshop B AAA Airfi eld Pavements and Lighti ng Forum Monday 3 Hong Kong B AAA Webinar Tuesday 4 Teleconference B Tuesday 4 DM AAA Board Committ ee Meeti ngs Wednesday 5 Albany DM AAA Board Meeti ng Wednesday 19 Melbourne W AAA Board/QLD Division Dinner Thursday 20 Melbourne JULY QLD Division Meeti ng W Teleconference Wednesday 24 July NT Division Meeti ng AUGUST AAA Webinar DM Brisbane Wednesday 7 DM Brisbane Tuesday 13 AAA Webinar DM Brisbane Wednesday 21 Brisbane W VIC Division Meeti ng and AGM Wednesday 21 Darwin NSW Division Meeti ng and AGM SEPTEMBER Teleconference The AAA has developed a library B Thursday 5 SA Division Meeti ng DM Thursday 12 and Friday 13 AAA Webinar of resources and templates to DM Teleconference Thursday 19 and Friday 20 DM AAA Board Meeti ng Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 Warrnambool TAS Division Meeti ng and AGM OCTOBER Sydney assist members with the day to day E WA Division Meeti ng, Dinner and AGM operati on of their airports. Monday 14 - Friday 18 Adelaide W QLD Division Meeti ng, Dinner and AGM Tuesday 15 Teleconference W Thursday 16 Airport Safety Week NOVEMBER Canberra E AAA ASW Webinar Tuesday 19 - Friday 22 Hobart G AAA ASW Webinar Wednesday 20 Perth DECEMBER Gladstone B Thursday 5 AAA Nati onal Conference DM AAA AGM AAA Division Meeti ng Nati onal Note this calendar is indicati ve only and details should be confi rmed via the AAA website. Dates and details may be subject to change. Details for all AAA Working Groups, Networking Groups and associated teleconferences are available from the AAA website. Teleconference AAA Board Meeti ng E AAA Event Teleconference B AAA Board Gold Coast G AAA Governance Gold Coast

Details correct as of 20/10/2017 IE External (Non AAA) Industry EventCanberra

W Webinar

35 Share your expertise and insights Join a committee or networking group on social media If you have expertise to share and want to The AAA’s social media platforms provide be part of advancing the industry, contact many opportunities to be part of industry the AAA to express your interest in joining a discussions on the issues that matter. committee or networking group. Call us on Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Facebook +61 2 6230 1110. to stay up to date with our latest news, events and resources. AAA members can also ask to join dedicated LinkedIn groups for our Women in Airports Network and Young Airport Professionals Network for a more focused discussion on building your career in aviation.

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