A powerful shift is sweeping through the restoration industry, and the epicentre is the Gold Coast this June. The 2025 Restoration Industry Association (RIA) National Conference & Trade Show promises more than another industry gathering — this is where the game changes.

From June 17-20, The Star Gold Coast will become a thriving space of ideas and ambition. Restoration leaders, problem-solvers and disruptors will gather with one purpose: to shape a smarter, stronger future for the sector.

At the core of this year’s event is a defining moment. The RIA will unveil its new Code of Practice, a groundbreaking framework built by the industry itself. This bold initiative is set to reset expectations around ethics, compliance and environmental responsibility. In a world where reputation is everything, this framework will safeguard the businesses and people working on the front line of disaster recovery.

But this conference isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about people who live what they preach. Surfing icon Mick Fanning will headline with his remarkable story of courage and community during the Lismore floods. Joining him is Zeher Khalil, a building inspector turned social media phenomenon, whose no-nonsense approach has struck a chord with thousands of frustrated homeowners. Together, they’ll spark vital conversations about resilience and responsibility.

Beyond the keynotes, the event offers hands-on workshops, insightful panels and the region’s biggest restoration trade show. Delegates will get up close with the latest tools and technology transforming restoration work.

The conference theme, Solidarity Through Unity, captures the spirit of the event. This isn’t just a conference — it’s a rallying point. It’s about standing together, lifting the standard and shaping a better future for clients, insurers and communities.

As the largest gathering of its kind in the Asia-Pacific, the 2025 RIA Conference is where futures are forged and reputations built. It marks the beginning of a bold new chapter for restoration — and for those ready to lead, this is the place to be.