Welcome

On behalf of the Organising Committee for the Australasian Associations of Fire Investigators (incorporating NSWAFI, VAFI, QAFI, and FIANZ) Inaugural Biennial Conference, I warmly invite you to AAFI 2010. Let me encourage you to make the journey and be part of this inaugural event. You may sample the AAFI experience at an excellent venue in a unique city that is complimented by the world’s finest natural harbour and the magnificence of its ocean beaches. The Fire Investigators Conference has been planned to provide each of you with an unforgettable experience underpinned by humour, hospitality and friendliness.

AAFI 2010 will facilitate the exchange of knowledge regarding the Black Saturday Fires, Australian search and rescue dogs, wildfires, and Tonga Riots and fires.

AAFI 2010 is an opportunity to showcase Australia’s capabilities in advancing the investigation of fires, analysis of evidence, and search and rescue efforts. It’s a forum that brings together representatives involved in fire investigations from police services, fire services, and other regulatory agencies, private investigators, as well as those associated with analysis of the evidence gathered. Additionally, those who use the evidence gathered for further actions, such as police prosecutions of criminal activities, or fire services or other regulator agencies with legal prosecution provisions; criminal and civil legal representatives, loss adjustors, insurance firms, and governments for improvements in safety requirements.

The program enables us to learn from experts, to expand our professional network and to update us on the latest advances in fire investigation, gathering of evidence, legal prosecution, and search and rescue technology. The exhibition enables us to see and feel the latest products and advancements in investigating fires as well as providing a forum in which to mingle with our industry peers. Also, AAFI 2010 is an opportunity to promote fire investigation as a professional pursuit worthy of engagement by young Australians.

Venture to Sydney for an unforgettable Fire Investigators experience!