A key forum for church fund representatives.

A biennial gathering for directors and senior executives of church funds operating around Australia. The 2026 conference is held on Friday 16 October in Sydney.

Event details FRANC Conference 2026
Free entry
Dates Dinner Thursday 15 October Conference Friday 16 October
Time 10:00am to 4:00pm Conference day
Venue Ministry & Learning Centre Level 1 Auditorium, 5 Saunders Close, Macquarie Park NSW
Cost Free to attend

Finance Representatives of Australian National Churches (FRANC).

This forum brings together directors and senior executives of church funds operating around Australia for a day of collaboration, peer learning and connection.

The network was formed in 2017 following a recommendation of the National Heads of Churches and is warmly supported by the National Council of Churches in Australia. The conference is held biennially and provides a forum for collaboration, the sharing of best practice, and a coordinated voice on matters of regulatory and operational significance to the sector.

2026 Program

A full day of conversation, peer learning and networking with senior leaders from across the Christian ministry sector. The shape below is indicative as we finalise speakers and refine sessions.

Day one

Thursday 15 October

  1. 6:00pm

    Dinner

    An informal evening of fellowship and connection ahead of the conference. A chance to catch up with peers from across the network over a meal. Venue to be confirmed.

Day two · conference

Friday 16 October

  1. 9:30am

    Arrival and coffee

    Check in opens.

  2. Through
    the day

    Sessions and discussion

    Topics covered across the day will include macro trends affecting churches, raising the bar on stewardship, issues impacting church funds, the regulatory environment, round table discussion, and potential opportunities for collaboration.

  3. 4:00pm

    Close

Times, session titles and speakers are indicative and subject to confirmation. Suggestions and contributions from across the network are welcome.

Register for the 2026 Conference.

Registration for the 2026 conference is open to directors and senior executives of Australian church and Christian ministry business units.

Dates
Dinner Thursday 15 October Conference Friday 16 October
Time
10:00am to 4:00pm Conference day
Venue
Ministry & Learning Centre Level 1 Auditorium, 5 Saunders Close, Macquarie Park NSW
Cost
Free to attend
What happens next Someone from FRANC will review your registration and email you to confirm. Venue, parking and dinner details will be circulated closer to the event.