The Season of Learning: A QLD Festive Buffet of Hot Topics

IHEA Membership
6 days ago
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As the year draws to a close, we invite members and colleagues to join us for a festive professional development event with a difference.

This year’s “Christmas Hamper of Very Important Topics” offers an afternoon of learning, networking, and seasonal celebration — a perfect way to wrap up 2025.

Professional Development & Networking Drinks

Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025

Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Networking drinks: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

Location: Pineapple Hotel, Kangaroo Point, Brisbane

Cost:

IHEA Members – Free
Non-members – $30 (includes drinks)

Join us for an engaging afternoon of presentations covering a diverse range of timely and important topics. Think of it as a Christmas hamper of knowledge — thoughtfully curated to inform, inspire, and connect professionals in the healthcare engineering community.

Networking drinks will follow the PD session, providing an opportunity to share ideas and connect with colleagues and presenters in a relaxed setting.

Christmas Dinner Celebration

Time: 6:00 PM – until late

Location: The Ship Inn, Sidon Street, South Brisbane

Cost:

Meal: $50 (members and non-members)
Drinks: Pay as you go on the night

Following the PD session, join us for dinner to celebrate the year and enjoy an evening of good company and conversation.

Presentation Program

Integrating Smarter Healthcare Systems with Niagara Framework

Presenter: Ying Hao Au – Senior Solution Architect, Honeywell

Explore how the Niagara Framework is transforming healthcare environments by integrating building systems such as HVAC, security, and lighting into cohesive, intelligent platforms.

Fire Safety Technology in Healthcare

Presenter: Andrew Gerber – Project Solutions Manager, Honeywell Commercial Fire

Andrew will share insights from his extensive experience delivering fire safety solutions across major healthcare and infrastructure projects, highlighting the role of connected technologies in modern fire protection.

Exit Signage in Healthcare: A New Frontier in Emergency Planning and Compliance

Presenter: Nathan Hull – Sales Manager, CleverEVAC (Clevertronics)

Nathan will discuss the latest innovations in dynamic EXIT signage and how these systems support improved emergency planning, compliance, and safety outcomes in healthcare facilities.

Specialised Water Treatment for Sensitive Equipment

Presenter: Josiah Padget – Lead Consultant and Healthcare Manager, CETEC

Josiah brings more than 13 years of expertise in water, air, and hygiene risk management across the healthcare sector, sharing insights into maintaining high standards of safety and system integrity.

Cybersecurity Breaches in the Healthcare Space

Presenter: Mark de Brito – Cybersecurity Business Consultant, Honeywell Buildings

Mark will explore the growing importance of operational technology (OT) cybersecurity and strategies to safeguard healthcare facilities against emerging digital threats.

Join Us

This special end-of-year event promises to be both informative and enjoyable — a true celebration of learning, collaboration, and connection.

We look forward to celebrating with you!