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At AHEIA, our networks unite the brightest minds from across the higher education sector, creating a dynamic space for connection, collaboration, and growth. Through these networks, we ensure an unimpeded flow of resources and expertise, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas and innovations. This rich environment keeps you at the cutting edge of your academic and professional pursuits within higher education.

In today's world, where collaborative endeavors often pave the path to success, AHEIA's Networks serve as vital catalysts. They spark groundbreaking partnerships and projects, blending diverse perspectives and expertise. By interlinking universities throughout Australia, we not only bridge physical distances but also cultivate a powerful synergy.

AHEIA currently hosts higher education networks for Chief People Officers (CPO), State-based WR/IR, Organisational Development (OD), Talent Acquisition, Retention and Employee Experience (TAREE) and Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP). In 2024, the HR Business Partnering Network will launch and we welcome suggestions for ways we can facilitate connection across the sector.

The networks are open to topic / role specific staff across the higher education sector in Australia and New Zealand.

As part of our website relaunch, we are currently building dedicated pages for each Network where our members can get and share information and connect with their peers. These pages will launch soon.

If you work in higher education and would like to join one of our networks, please request an invitation using the form below. You will need to submit the form for each network you would like to join.

AHEIA Networks

Please add me to an AHEIA Network

Please note - while membership of our networks is open to all staff at Australian and New Zealand universities, please consider the network purpose. For example, the CPO network is for Chief People Officers / HR Directors (or equivalent) only.




Fortnightly Sector Check In


CPO Network


State WR/IR Meetings


OD Network


TAREE Network


SWP Network


HRBP Network