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September 2026
MASTERCLASS | Conversations About Dementia
MASTERCLASS | Conversations About Dementia
11.00am
Online

This Masterclass will help Village Professionals understand and respond to the increasing presence of cognitive decline within retirement villages. Through practical discussion and shared experiences, participants will explore realistic, low-cost strategies that can be implemented within existing budget and infrastructure constraints to build a supportive, inclusive and dementia-friendly village culture.

8
September 2026
MASTERCLASS | Conversations About Dementia
MASTERCLASS | Conversations About Dementia
2.00pm
Online

This Masterclass will help Village Professionals understand and respond to the increasing presence of cognitive decline within retirement villages. Through practical discussion and shared experiences, participants will explore realistic, low-cost strategies that can be implemented within existing budget and infrastructure constraints to build a supportive, inclusive and dementia-friendly village culture.

9
September 2026
Lunch & Learn | Tasmania
Lunch & Learn | Tasmania
12.30pm - 1.15pm
Online

Join us as we speak to the Resident Association and a speaker from the State based Government Body on what regulations reforms are taking place. What resident issues we as Village Managers need to be aware of and what else do we need to know as a Village Manager.

17
September 2026
Village Professionals’ Biggest Morning Tea
Village Professionals’ Biggest Morning Tea
8.30am - 11am
Multiple

Join Village Professionals from across Australia as we come together for the inaugural DCM Institute Village Professionals’ Biggest Morning Tea. Hosted simultaneously in villages across the country, this special national event is designed to strengthen professional connections, encourage collaboration and create opportunities to share experiences with others who understand the unique and rewarding world of retirement living.

7
October 2026
Lunch & Learn | Queensland
Lunch & Learn | Queensland
12.30pm - 1.15pm
Online

Join us as we speak to the Resident Association and a speaker from the State based Government Body on what regulations reforms are taking place. What resident issues we as Village Managers need to be aware of and what else do we need to know as a Village Manager.

10
November 2026
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Perth
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Perth
8.30am - 5.00pm
Crown Perth

Join us for Australia’s premier leadership and professional development event for the retirement living sector. Explore how we can redefine leadership in community living. Don’t miss this premier professional development event.

12
November 2026
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Adelaide
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Adelaide
8.30am - 5.00pm
The Grand Chancellor Hotel

Join us for Australia’s premier leadership and professional development event for the retirement living sector. Explore how we can redefine leadership in community living. Don’t miss this premier professional development event.

17
November 2026
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Brisbane
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Brisbane
8.30am - 5.00pm
The Emporium South Bank

Join us for Australia’s premier leadership and professional development event for the retirement living sector. Explore how we can redefine leadership in community living. Don’t miss this premier professional development event.

24
November 2026
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Melbourne
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Melbourne
8.30am - 5.00pm
RACV City Club

Join us for Australia’s premier leadership and professional development event for the retirement living sector. Explore how we can redefine leadership in community living. Don’t miss this premier professional development event.

26
November 2026
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Sydney
VILLAGE SUMMIT 2026 | Sydney
8.30am - 5.00pm
Dockside Cockle Bay Wharf

Join us for Australia’s premier leadership and professional development event for the retirement living sector. Explore how we can redefine leadership in community living. Don’t miss this premier professional development event.

12
August
Lunch & Learn | Australian Capital Territory
Lunch & Learn | Australian Capital Territory
12.30pm - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us as we speak to the Resident Association and a speaker from the State based Government Body on what regulations reforms are taking place. What resident issues we as Village Managers need to be aware of and what else do we need to know as a Village Manager.

6
August
Professional Development Day Sydney 6 August
Professional Development Day Sydney 6 August
8.30am - 3.00pm
Pullman Sydney Hyde Park College St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

Year after year, our Professional Development Days have become a highlight for village professionals across the country. In 2026, we’re returning to five capital cities, bringing together fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a united peer network. We see these days as more than events, they’re the launching pad for momentum in your team, your village, and your vision for excellence.

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August
Professional Development Day Sydney 5 August
Professional Development Day Sydney 5 August
8.30am - 3.00pm
Pullman Sydney Hyde Park College St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

Year after year, our Professional Development Days have become a highlight for village professionals across the country. In 2026, we’re returning to five capital cities, bringing together fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a united peer network. We see these days as more than events, they’re the launching pad for momentum in your team, your village, and your vision for excellence.

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July
Professional Development Day Melbourne 30 July
Professional Development Day Melbourne 30 July
8.30am - 3.00pm
Novotel on Collins Collins St, VIC 3000

Year after year, our Professional Development Days have become a highlight for village professionals across the country. In 2026, we’re returning to five capital cities, bringing together fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a united peer network. We see these days as more than events, they’re the launching pad for momentum in your team, your village, and your vision for excellence.

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July
Professional Development Day Brisbane 28 July
Professional Development Day Brisbane 28 July
8.30am - 3.00pm
Brisbane Marriott Hotel Queen St, Brisbane City, QLD 4000

Year after year, our Professional Development Days have become a highlight for village professionals across the country. In 2026, we’re returning to five capital cities, bringing together fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a united peer network. We see these days as more than events, they’re the launching pad for momentum in your team, your village, and your vision for excellence.

23
July
Professional Development Day Perth 23 July
Professional Development Day Perth 23 July
8.30am - 3.00pm
The Studio Room Crown Metropol Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood, WA 6100

Year after year, our Professional Development Days have become a highlight for village professionals across the country. In 2026, we’re returning to five capital cities, bringing together fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a united peer network. We see these days as more than events, they’re the launching pad for momentum in your team, your village, and your vision for excellence.

21
July
Professional Development Day Adelaide 21 July
Professional Development Day Adelaide 21 July
8.30am - 3.00pm
Visionary Boardroom Crowne Adelaide 27 Frome Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

Year after year, our Professional Development Days have become a highlight for village professionals across the country. In 2026, we’re returning to five capital cities, bringing together fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a united peer network. We see these days as more than events, they’re the launching pad for momentum in your team, your village, and your vision for excellence.

8
July
Lunch & Learn | NSW
Lunch & Learn | NSW
12.30pm - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us as we speak to the Resident Association and a speaker from the State based Government Body on what regulations reforms are taking place. What resident issues we as Village Managers need to be aware of and what else do we need to know as a Village Manager.

10
June
Lunch & Learn | South Australia
Lunch & Learn | South Australia
12.30pm - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us as we speak to the Resident Association and a speaker from the State based Government Body on what regulations reforms are taking place. What resident issues we as Village Managers need to be aware of and what else do we need to know as a Village Manager.

9
June
Masterclass | Reinstatement & Refurbishment: An Asset Management Best Practice
Masterclass | Reinstatement & Refurbishment: An Asset Management Best Practice
2pm - 3.15pm
Virtual

This practical Masterclass will explore how refurbishment and reinstatement activities fit within a broader asset management approach, helping operators balance financial sustainability, resident expectations, compliance obligations and long-term village value. Join industry experts and operators as they unpack the difference between reinstatement and refurbishment, when each applies, and why clear planning and governance processes matter.

12
May
Masterclass | AI: Friend or Foe
Masterclass | AI: Friend or Foe
2pm - 3.15pm
Virtual

In this DCM Institute Masterclass, technology expert Lee Shrimpton from CommwireIT will unpack what Artificial Intelligence really is — and what it isn’t — and explore how Village Professionals can use AI safely and effectively in their roles.

7
May 2026
Professional Development Day Canberra
Professional Development Day Canberra
8.30am - 2.00pm
Goodwin Aged Care Monash, Canberra

This event has been designed specifically for professionals in the retirement village and seniors living sectors and will provide expert insights, practical skills, and interactive workshops—all focused on the unique challenges and opportunities within the ACT region.

6
May 2026
Lunch & Learn | Victoria
Lunch & Learn | Victoria
12.30pm - 1.15pm
Online

Join us as we speak to the Resident Association and a speaker from the State based Government Body on what regulations reforms are taking place. What resident issues we as Village Managers need to be aware of and what else do we need to know as a Village Manager.

8
April
Lunch & Learn | Western Australia
Lunch & Learn | Western Australia
12.30pm - 1.15pm
Online

Join us as we speak to the Resident Association and a speaker from the State based Government Body on what regulations reforms are taking place. What resident issues we as Village Managers need to be aware of and what else do we need to know as a Village Manager.

12
March
Masterclass | Defending against scams in retirement villages
Masterclass | Defending against scams in retirement villages
11.00am - 12.15pm
Online

Cyber security is no longer optional compliance. It is central to resident trust, operational continuity and professional village management. Join us in this Masterclass to gain practical skills and review case studies to prepare you for prevention and response of online scams.

17
February
Professional Development Days
Professional Development Days
8.30am - 3.00pm
Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney

Year after year, our Professional Development Days have become a highlight for village professionals across the country. In 2026, we’re returning to five capital cities, bringing together fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and a united peer network. We see these days as more than events — they’re the launching pad for momentum in your team, your village, and your vision for excellence.

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November
Village Summit 2025: Wellbeing, Done Well
Village Summit 2025: Wellbeing, Done Well
8pm - 5pm
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Peth

Join us for Australia’s premier leadership and professional development event for the retirement living sector in in Perth. Explore how putting wellbeing first can transform your community — and your leadership. Don’t miss this premier professional development event.

5
November
Lunch & Learn SA
Lunch & Learn SA
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

21
October
Masterclass | Risk Management: Framework for Village Operations
Masterclass | Risk Management: Framework for Village Operations
2pm - 3.15pm
Virtual

Managing risk in a retirement village isn’t just about reacting when something goes wrong – it’s about creating resilient, safe, and compliant communities every day. This masterclass gives Retirement Village professionals the knowledge and tools to confidently apply a simple, repeatable risk management framework across every area of village operations.

15
October
Masterclass | Risk Management: Framework for Village Operations
Masterclass | Risk Management: Framework for Village Operations
11am - 12.15pm
Virtual

Managing risk in a retirement village isn’t just about reacting when something goes wrong – it’s about creating resilient, safe, and compliant communities every day. This masterclass gives Retirement Village professionals the knowledge and tools to confidently apply a simple, repeatable risk management framework across every area of village operations.

15
October
Lunch & Learn QLD
Lunch & Learn QLD
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

18
September
Village Professional Event NSW Blueheath at the Bower
Village Professional Event NSW Blueheath at the Bower
3.00pm - 5.00pm
NSW | Blueheath at the Bower

Join us for one of our informal professional networking events. They offer a space to reconnect with peers, tap into shared wisdom, and walk away with practical ideas you can apply immediately.

18
September
Village Professional Event NSW Warrigal Shell Cove
Village Professional Event NSW Warrigal Shell Cove
8.15am - 11am
NSW | Warrigal Shell Cove

Join us for one of our informal professional networking events. They offer a space to reconnect with peers, tap into shared wisdom, and walk away with practical ideas you can apply immediately.

16
September
Village Professional Event NSW Anglicare, Gordon Quarter
Village Professional Event NSW Anglicare, Gordon Quarter
8.15am - 11am
NSW | Anglicare Gordon Quarter

Join us for one of our informal professional networking events. They offer a space to reconnect with peers, tap into shared wisdom, and walk away with practical ideas you can apply immediately.

10
September
Lunch & Learn VIC
Lunch & Learn VIC
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

9
September
Masterclass: Unpacking Valuations and the Impact on Sales
Masterclass: Unpacking Valuations and the Impact on Sales
11 - 12.15pm
Virtual

This exclusive DCM Institute session will unpack how occupancy, resale activity and sales performance shape village valuations. With valuations increasingly in focus through recent sales and consolidation in the sector, it’s a timely webinar for village managers and sales professionals.

13
August
Lunch & Learn WA
Lunch & Learn WA
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

7
August
Professional Development Day Sydney
Professional Development Day Sydney
Registration from 8.30am with a 9.00am start, finishing at 3.00pm.

Our Professional Development Days are the heartbeat of our annual program. Held in five capital cities and attended by hundreds of village professionals from across the country, these dynamic events are designed to connect you with new thinking, practical strategies, and a vibrant peer network that’s committed to best practice.

6
August
Professional Development Day Sydney
Professional Development Day Sydney
Registration from 8.30am with a 9.00am start, finishing at 3.00pm.

Our Professional Development Days are the heartbeat of our annual program. Held in five capital cities and attended by hundreds of village professionals from across the country, these dynamic events are designed to connect you with new thinking, practical strategies, and a vibrant peer network that’s committed to best practice.

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July
Professional Development Day Melbourne
Professional Development Day Melbourne
Registration from 8.30am with a 9.00am start, finishing at 3.00pm.

Our Professional Development Days are the heartbeat of our annual program. Held in five capital cities and attended by hundreds of village professionals from across the country, these dynamic events are designed to connect you with new thinking, practical strategies, and a vibrant peer network that’s committed to best practice.

29
July
Professional Development Day Brisbane
Professional Development Day Brisbane
Registration from 8.30am with a 9.00am start, finishing at 3.00pm.

Our Professional Development Days are the heartbeat of our annual program. Held in five capital cities and attended by hundreds of village professionals from across the country, these dynamic events are designed to connect you with new thinking, practical strategies, and a vibrant peer network that’s committed to best practice.

22
July
Professional Development Day Perth
Professional Development Day Perth
Registration from 8.30am with a 9.00am start, finishing at 3.00pm.

Our Professional Development Days are the heartbeat of our annual program. Held in five capital cities and attended by hundreds of village professionals from across the country, these dynamic events are designed to connect you with new thinking, practical strategies, and a vibrant peer network that’s committed to best practice.

22
July
Professional Development Day Adelaide
Professional Development Day Adelaide
Registration from 8.30am with a 9.00am start, finishing at 3.00pm.

Our Professional Development Days are the heartbeat of our annual program. Held in five capital cities and attended by hundreds of village professionals from across the country, these dynamic events are designed to connect you with new thinking, practical strategies, and a vibrant peer network that’s committed to best practice.

9
July
Lunch & Learn NSW
Lunch & Learn NSW
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

25
June
Masterclass: Cybersecurity
Masterclass: Cybersecurity
See states
Virtual

This Masterclass, brought to you by the DCM Institute in partnership with ComwireIT and NSB Cyber, will walk you through the risks you need to know, from phishing scams to data breaches, and show you simple, effective actions you can take to protect your village.

11
June
Lunch & Learn South Australia
Lunch & Learn South Australia
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

5
June
Professional Development Day, Canberra
Professional Development Day, Canberra
8.30 till around 2.30pm
Goodwin Village Ainslie, Canberra

DCM Institute is proud to announce we will be hosting our very first Professional Development Day in ACT in June 2025. This event has been designed specifically for professionals in the retirement village and seniors living sectors and will provide expert insights, practical skills, and interactive workshops—all focused on the unique challenges and opportunities within the ACT region.

14
May 2025
Lunch & Learn Victoria
Lunch & Learn Victoria
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

29
April 2025
Masterclass: Explaining budgets
Masterclass: Explaining budgets
Virtual

Village budgets can be complex, but explaining them to residents doesn’t have to be. Join us for our Masterclass on using data to communicate Budgets effectively, where you’ll learn how to explain complex budget information in a way that is clear, accessible, and meaningful. 

9
April 2025
Lunch & Learn Queensland
Lunch & Learn Queensland
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

27
March 2025
Masterclass: Insurance
Masterclass: Insurance
11am
Virtual

As we move into budget session across the country, we have set aside time to deep dive into Insurance. Our sector experts, Warren Saunders Insurance Brokers, will break down market trends, the impact of natural disasters and reinsurance, and what to expect moving forward.

15
February 2025
Professional Development Days Feb/Mar
Professional Development Days Feb/Mar
8.30am - 3pm
Virtual

DCM Institute’s professional development days are about more than just learning; they offer a unique opportunity to connect and exchange experiences with like-minded professionals in the village sector, all of whom are united by a shared commitment to achieving operational excellence in village and community living.

12
February 2025
Lunch & Learn
Lunch & Learn
12.30 - 1.15pm
Virtual

Join us for our lunch and learn session designed specifically for Village Managers. The DCM Institute’s Lunch & Learn series provides a valuable opportunity for professionals in village management to come together, gain insights, and share ideas in an informal, collaborative setting.

12
November 2024
Village Summit 2024
Village Summit 2024
8.30
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide

The Premier event in Sydney for managers in aged care and retirement living. A rewarding experience, offering insights into best practices and networking opportunities with industry leaders.

18
September
Village Network Session Pineview Village
Village Network Session Pineview Village
8.15 - 11.30
Pineview Village

The Village Network Sessions are a great way to reconnect with sector peers and break down the disconnected and disperse nature of village management.

11
September
Village Network Session Rossmoyne Retirement Village
Village Network Session Rossmoyne Retirement Village
8.15 - 11.30
Rossmoyne, WA

The Village Network Sessions are a great way to reconnect with sector peers and break down the disconnected and disperse nature of village management.

3
September
Village Network Session Forrester Beach
Village Network Session Forrester Beach
2.00 - 4.30
Forrester Beach, nSW

The Village Network Sessions are a great way to reconnect with sector peers and break down the disconnected and disperse nature of village management.

3
September
Village Network Session Long Tan Newcastle
Village Network Session Long Tan Newcastle
8.30 - 11.30
Long Tan Newscastle, NSW

The Village Network Sessions are a great way to reconnect with sector peers and break down the disconnected and disperse nature of village management.

20
August
MASTERCLASS: Presenting For Influence with Cat Matson
MASTERCLASS: Presenting For Influence with Cat Matson
QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC 11am – 12:30pm
SA 10:30am – 12:00pm
WA 9am -10:30am
Virtual

15
August
MASTERCLASS: Presenting For Influence with Cat Matson
MASTERCLASS: Presenting For Influence with Cat Matson
QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC 11am – 12:30pm SA 10:30am – 12:00pm WA 9am -10:30am
Virtual

8
August
Professional Development Day Sydney 2024
Professional Development Day Sydney 2024
8.00 am
Pullman Sydney Hyde Park

A unique opportunity to network and share experiences with like-minded professionals who share a desire to achieve operational excellence in village and community living.

6
August
Professional Development Day Melbourne 2024
Professional Development Day Melbourne 2024
8.00 am
Novotel on Collins

A unique opportunity to network and share experiences with like-minded professionals who share a desire to achieve operational excellence in village and community living.

30
July
Professional Development Day Brisbane 2024
Professional Development Day Brisbane 2024
8.00 am
Brisbane Marriott Hotel

A unique opportunity to network and share experiences with like-minded professionals who share a desire to achieve operational excellence in village and community living.

25
July
Professional Development Day Perth 2024
Professional Development Day Perth 2024
8.00 am
Crown Perth

A unique opportunity to network and share experiences with like-minded professionals who share a desire to achieve operational excellence in village and community living.

23
July
Professional Development Day Adelaide 2024
Professional Development Day Adelaide 2024
8.00 am
Crowne Adelaide

A unique opportunity to network and share experiences with like-minded professionals who share a desire to achieve operational excellence in village and community living.

30
November, 2023
Village Summit 2023
Village Summit 2023
8:00 am - 3:00 am
Australia

The event was a great success and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. It was exciting to be part of the 600 strong Village...

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May, 2023
Professional Development Days 2023
Professional Development Days 2023
8:00 am - 3:00 am
Australia

These days are about more than learning. They provide a unique opportunity to network and share experiences with like-minded professionals who share a desire...