The LFRA conducts three annual national Forums for its’ members.  These Forums offer a unique opportunity for the Large Format Retail sector to get together to share information and ideas, address current issues and promote the needs of the Large Format Retail industry.

A typical Forum agenda sees an ‘in-camera’ session for LFRA Retail Members in the morning followed by sessions open to Associate members, followed by a luncheon and afternoon session for members and guests. The sessions feature guest speakers such as state planning ministers and high level industry leaders.

Each Forum is followed by a cocktail and networking session where LFRA members, government representatives and guests can share ideas and views in an informal setting over drinks and canapés.

To conclude the Forum a ‘members-only’ Post-Forum dinner is held.

2025 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Wednesday 5th March, Sydney
Emerging Leaders Event, Ethos Urban

Thursday 6th March, Sydney 
LFRA NSW Explore & Forum, Crown Towers
Post Forum Dinner, Alegre Restaurant, Barangaroo

Sunday 4th – Saturday 10th May, USA 
LFRA Overseas Study Tour, Dallas & Miami

Tuesday 27th May, Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Domestic Study Tour and Pre-Forum Dinner, Novotel, Sunshine Coast

Wednesday 28th May, Sunshine Coast, Queensland
LFRA QLD Forum, Novotel, Sunshine Coast

Thursday 21st August, Melbourne
LFRA Gala Awards Dinner, Crown Palladium

Wednesday 19th November, Sydney
LFRA Annual General Meeting (Retail members only) 5 pm-5.50 pm 
LFRA Cocktail and Networking Event, MCA Sculpture Terrace, 6-9 pm (All members)