— MEMBERSHIP
ASCA membership connects you with a national network of smart city practitioners, policy advocates and industry leaders – all working together to build smarter, more sustainable communities across Australia.
— WHY JOIN
ASCA has developed a membership structure designed to be fair, equitable and valuable for all members. Our approach supports not only cities and regions, but also private sector organisations and NGOs within our smart community ecosystem.
We’re committed to actively engaging our members and encourage you to participate, collaborate, and take full advantage of your membership benefits.
Membership is inclusive by design. Whether you’re a local council on the front line of community delivery, a private sector innovator, or an individual smart city professional – there’s a place for you in the ASCA community.
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Connect with a national network
Access peer and industry networks, meetup events, online webinars and opportunities to collaborate with smart community professionals across Australia.
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Amplify your voice through advocacy
Engage in ASCA’s advocacy platform and contribute to consultations on smart community policy and funding – shaping outcomes that matter for your community.
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Access exclusive resources & insights
Unlock the Member Portal – including the webinar library, thought leadership pieces, case studies, templates and curated resource collections.
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Shape the sector’s future
Opportunity to join the ASCA Reference Group or Taskforces, become a director on the ASCA Board, and contribute to standards development at a national and international level.
— WHO CAN JOIN
ASCA’s primary membership base has historically been the government sector, with a particular focus on local government. However, ASCA welcomes members from all sectors on the understanding that the goal is shared learning, collaboration and raising the standard of smart communities across Australia.
“Joining ASCA has been one of the best professional decisions I’ve made. The network alone is invaluable – I’ve connected with council leads and industry experts from across the country who are tackling the same challenges we are. The webinars, the Reference Working Group, the Summit – it all adds up to something genuinely useful. I always come away with ideas I can actually implement.”
Sarah Mitchell
Smart City Strategy Lead, Regional Council of South Australia
🏛️ Government
Local, state and federal government councils and agencies at the front line of smart community delivery.
🏢 Private Sector
Technology companies, consultancies and industry partners driving innovation in the smart city space.
🎓 Academia & Research
Universities and research institutions contributing evidence and expertise to smart community outcomes.
🤝 NGOs & NFPs
Organisations working in community wellbeing, digital equity and sustainability who align with ASCA’s mission.
👤 Individuals
Smart city professionals who may move between organisations during their career and want to stay connected to the sector.
🌐 Peak Bodies
Other peak bodies and associations looking to collaborate with ASCA will be considered under an MOU arrangement.
— FEES & INCLUSIONS
The annual membership cycle runs from 1 April – 31 March each year. New members joining through the year may be eligible for a pro-rata price. Late fees apply if invoices are not paid by the due date.
A discount on membership fees can be applied to Gold and Silver memberships for eligible not-for-profit organisations and local government with populations less than 10,000 residents.
All fees exclude GST. The 2026–27 fee structure is frozen at 2025 levels.
Want a printable version? Download the complete 2026–27 Membership Fee Structure and Inclusions document.
— GOOD TO KNOW
🗓️ Membership Cycle
The annual membership cycle runs from 1 April to 31 March each year. New members joining mid-year may be eligible for a pro-rata fee.
💰 NFP & Regional Discounts
A discount can be applied to Gold and Silver memberships for eligible not-for-profit organisations and local governments with populations under 10,000 residents.
🤝 Peak Body Arrangements
Other peak bodies and associations looking to become involved with ASCA will be treated under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) arrangement.
— APPLY NOW
Complete the application form to apply for a new ASCA membership. Once submitted, our team will be in touch to confirm your membership details, issue an invoice and get you set up.
If you are an existing member and need to update your details – such as adding additional contacts under your Gold or Silver membership, or changing contact information – please reach out to us directly.
Questions before applying? Get in touch with the ASCA Membership Team and we’ll be happy to help.
By applying for membership, you agree to be bound by ASCA’s Constitution and Model Rules and Code of Conduct.
