Community Transport Organisation

28/05/2026

We can almost smell the freshly brewed coffee thanks to the team from POLIXEN who are coming back with a keen barista for our EVOLVE 2026 Conference from 22-23 September at the National Maritime Museum!

Along with great coffee, the POLIXEN stand is sure to have some great giveaways and maybe a few special prizes so pay them a visit while you enjoy a brew or two in our Sponsor Zone overlooking the harbour!

POLIXEN is the affordable all-in-one CRM/CSM Solution developed in partnership with the organisations who use it.

Catering to CHSP, HCP, SaH, and NDIS in an intuitive cloud based solution with the latest compliance and reporting requirements, the POLIXEN platform will be your new source of truth for all client information and day to day operations.

Discover more about Polixen here: https://www.cto.org.au/conference-2026-evolve/sponsors/

Learn more about becoming an EVOLVE 2026 Sponsor here: https://communitytransp.sharepoint.com/sites/CTOPublic/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve%2FCTO%20Evolve%202026%20Prospectus%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve&p=true&ga=1

27/05/2026

Please join us for our Reconciliation Week Webinar next Wednesday 3rd June as we go 'ALL IN' to help community transport and aged care organisations strengthen engagement with First Nations peoples.

Register today: e6446536-5768-4ea7-9644-db036fa04537@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e6446536-5768-4ea7-9644-db036fa04537@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1

CTO is going ‘All In’ this Reconciliation Week and we’re inviting you to join us!

As part of our commitment to acknowledging and enriching relationships with First Nations peoples and communities, the CTO is launching a suite of resources for our members starting with a Webinar at 11am on Wednesday 3rd June.

Our virtual yarning circle will be hosted by our friends from Walanmarra - Jenny Glanville, a proud Wiradjuri woman from Cootamundra with deep cultural connections; and Emma Vesper, a First Nations ally and engagement professional - as they introduce us to building First Nation relationships, ‘Yindyamarra’ way.

This year’s Reconciliation Week theme ‘All In’ is a call to action inviting all Australians to become active participants in Reconciliation.

Learn more and register here: e6446536-5768-4ea7-9644-db036fa04537@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e6446536-5768-4ea7-9644-db036fa04537@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1

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26/05/2026

As organisations prepare for End of Financial Year budgeting and training allocations, the CTO has reduced pricing across CTO Academy courses for both members and non-members, effective immediately and continuing into the new financial year.

We understand the increasing financial and operational pressures facing the sector and have reviewed our pricing to ensure quality professional development remains affordable, accessible and achievable for community transport providers and their teams.

If you’re looking to make the most of your remaining training budget before EOFY, now is the perfect time to explore the CTO Academy’s growing range of industry-focused courses.

✴️ CTO MEMBERS can view the updated pricing here: https://communitytransp.sharepoint.com/sites/CTOPublic/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2FCTO%20Academy%20Member%20Course%20and%20Bundle%20Prices%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents&p=true&ga=1

✴️ NON MEMBERS are welcome to explore the CTO Academy course catalogue new pricing here: https://communitytransportorganisation.myabsorb.com.au/ #/public-dashboard

22/05/2026

We are over the moon to welcome another loyal sponsor back to our annual conference this year! VDI Yutong will once again host our popular Networking Event at the close of Day 1 on the spectacular National Maritime Museum promenade overlooking Darling Harbour!

VDI Yutong combines the strength of the world’s largest bus manufacturer with local assembly and expertise here in Australia and is a major supplier of purpose-built vehicles to the Community Transport sector.

The company has been a loyal sponsor of our annual conference for many years and we couldn't do it without their support.

We look forward to spending time with the VDI Yutong team at EVOLVE 2026!

🌟 BECOME A SPONSOR 🌟
If you'd like to know more about the benefits of sponsoring Evolve 2026, download our prospectus here: https://communitytransp.sharepoint.com/sites/CTOPublic/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?viewid=da93e5c1%2Da47e%2D4cc9%2Da608%2Db5a1870cc6cb&id=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve%2FCTO%20Evolve%202026%20Prospectus%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve

Discover more about Evolve 2026 here: https://www.cto.org.au/conference-2026-evolve/sponsors/

20/05/2026

We're excited to be in Victoria this week showcasing the work of the Community Transport Organisation and the CTO Academy while we connect with fellow aged care and community service providers.

Representing the CTO at our conference booth are our Learning and Development Officer Stewart Nestel and Strategic Projects Advisor Paddianne Archdale, who are sharing the benefits of CTO membership and the growing range of practical online learning opportunities available through the CTO Academy.

Designed for organisations delivering transport as part of aged care and community services, the CTO Academy offers flexible, industry-focused training to help strengthen workforce capability, service quality and safe, reliable transport outcomes for older Australians.

🌟 CTO Members receive Academy discounts along with annual course credit equal to their membership fee - redeemable across all Academy courses.

Explore the CTO Academy courses here: https://communitytransportorganisation.myabsorb.com.au/ #/public-dashboard

Discover more about the benefits of CTO membership here: https://www.cto.org.au/join-the-cto/

18/05/2026

This National Road Safety Week, we proudly recognise the incredible contribution Community Transport drivers make to keeping our roads safe every single day.

Community Transport drivers are trained professionals, trusted companions, and true Road Safety Champions. Through ongoing training, safe driving practices, and a genuine commitment to passenger wellbeing, they help thousands of people across our communities travel safely and confidently.

The CTO is also proud to support safe and professional transport services through the CTO Academy Driver Training courses for any organisations transporting frail older people and other vulnerable passengers.

Learn more about the CTO Driver Training courses here: https://communitytransportorganisation.myabsorb.com.au/ #/public-dashboard

To all Community Transport drivers... thank you for the care, professionalism and responsibility you bring to our roads and communities.

15/05/2026

CTO is going ‘All In’ this Reconciliation Week and we’re inviting you to join us!

As part of our commitment to acknowledging and enriching relationships with First Nations peoples and communities, the CTO is launching a suite of resources for our members starting with a Webinar at 11am on Wednesday 3rd June.

Our virtual yarning circle will be hosted by our friends from Walanmarra - Jenny Glanville, a proud Wiradjuri woman from Cootamundra with deep cultural connections; and Emma Vesper, a First Nations ally and engagement professional - as they introduce us to building First Nation relationships, ‘Yindyamarra’ way.

This year’s Reconciliation Week theme ‘All In’ is a call to action inviting all Australians to become active participants in Reconciliation.

Learn more and register here: e6446536-5768-4ea7-9644-db036fa04537@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e6446536-5768-4ea7-9644-db036fa04537@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1

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06/05/2026

WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME!.... ORCODA has become our WELCOME EVENT SPONSOR for the second year in a row!

We couldn't be happier to welcome back the team from Orcoda Limited to kick things off for our Evolve 2026 Conference at Pontoon Bar, Cockle Bay at 6pm Monday 21st September!

As always, our Welcome Event will give us a chance to reconnect with old friends and make some new ones on the eve of our conference, and we couldn't do it without the support of our sponsor, Orcoda.

Watch this space for more information, registration details, awards, speakers and more as we ramp up for the Australia's largest Community Transport conference to be held at the Australian National Maritime Museum on 22nd - 23rd September!

Discover more here: https://www.cto.org.au/conference-2026-evolve/

Download a Sponsorship Prospectus here: https://communitytransp.sharepoint.com/sites/CTOPublic/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve%2FCTO%20Evolve%202026%20Prospectus%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve&p=true&ga=1

06/05/2026

Don't forget to join us tomorrow - Thursday 7th May at 10am - for our webinar on Wellness and Reablement and what this looks like for Community Transport providers and their clients.

What does Wellness and Reablement look like in Community Transport?

Join us for this informative Webinar at 10-10.45am Thursday 7th May 2026 as we explore practical ways to educate your team on the principles of Wellness and Reablement - a proactive approach to care that empowers older adults to maintain or regain independence, focusing on capacity-building.

Includes ideas, resources and tools that help teams understand the holistic 'wellness' mindset that aims to improve functional ability, along with reablement interventions aimed at restoring function after a setback.

Register here: b9031ea5-8462-44c6-820d-607173e50172@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/b9031ea5-8462-44c6-820d-607173e50172@0dcc1f43-7b82-4f7d-a6ae-6605b25269d1

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29/04/2026

We are thrilled to welcome back our loyal Gala Awards Dinner Sponsor FUSO to our annual CTO Conference for the fourth year running!

We can't wait to collaborate with the FUSO team throughout our EVOLVE 2026 conference on 22nd and 23rd September at the Australian National Maritime Museum and to celebrate our Awards Dinner at Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf from 6.30pm on Wednesday 23rd September.

A huge thanks to Carl Borden, Paul Orman, and the entire FUSO team for their consistent support of our conference and Excellence Awards, which celebrate the dedication of the volunteers, employees and organisations that provide crucial transport services to thousands of people each year.

Discover more about FUSO HERE: https://www.fuso.com.au/

✴️ NEW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE✴️

We have many new and exciting opportunities throughout our two day EVOLVE '26 conference where sponsors can take pride of place and spend quality time with key decision-makers from across the country.

Our Sponsor & Exhibitor Zone will form the centre of collaboration with morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea served in the zone overlooking the glorious Sydney harbour.

This year we have added a range of brand new sponsorship packages to choose from so download our Sponsorship Prospectus to discover all the new ways you can get involved:

https://communitytransp.sharepoint.com/sites/CTOPublic/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?viewid=da93e5c1%2Da47e%2D4cc9%2Da608%2Db5a1870cc6cb&id=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve%2FCTO%20Evolve%202026%20Prospectus%2Epdf&parent=%2Fsites%2FCTOPublic%2FShared%20Documents%2F2026%20Evolve

Discover more here: https://www.cto.org.au/conference-2026-evolve/