Leading the movement
Shaping the future of retail crime prevention together
Retail crime is changing. The threats are more connected, more organised, and harder to tackle alone. Join us at Auror Connect Australia to share what's working, explore what's next, and strengthen the network that makes it all possible.
Melbourne,
Thursday 1 October 2026
What's in store
At Auror Connect Australia, retailers and law enforcement come together for an afternoon of shared intelligence, honest conversation, and a look at what's ahead. Hear from the people shaping the future of retail crime prevention, explore how responsible technology and AI are changing the landscape, and connect with the network that's already making a difference across Australia.
Every session is designed to leave you with something you can use: sharper insight, stronger relationships, and a clearer picture of where the industry is heading.
Hear from the community!
Hear from retail leaders and law enforcement on how retail crime intelligence is transforming their approach to reducing crime, loss, and harm in stores and the communities they serve. Speakers to be announced soon!
Annabelle Williams
OAM PLY
Rob Sibo
Head of AI Forward Engineering AuNZ, Google Cloud
Phil Thomson
Co-Founder and CEO, Auror
Vanessa Wills
Director of Engagement, Auror
Superintendent Phil Hallinan
NSW Police
Austin Craddock
Manager, Smarter Profit Fraud & Security, Coles
Paul Shingles
Chief Operating Officer, Auror
Brett Farley
VP Sales Australia & New Zealand, Auror
Hear from the community
Hear from retail leaders and law enforcement on how retail crime intelligence is transforming their approach to reducing crime, loss, and harm in stores and the communities they serve. More speakers to be announced soon!
Industry Leader
Loss prevention
Industry Leader
Loss prevention
Industry Leader
Loss prevention
Agenda
Agenda Highlights
1.00pm
Registration
1:30pm
Welcome.
Keynote.
Awards Part 1.
Leading the movement and product vision.
3:20pm
Afternoon tea, connection and Auror demo experience.
3:50pm
Learning and application from Google AI.
Investigations & outcomes with NSW Police and Coles.
Updates from VICPOL.
Awards Part 2.
5:30pm
Drinks, canapés, connection and Auror demo experience.
Shape the standard
Join the conversation on how responsible AI and facial recognition are reshaping retail crime prevention, and help define how the industry adopts them well.
Don't fight crime alone
Celebrate a world-class collaboration between retail and law enforcement, and explore how to deepen it as the threat landscape evolves.
A changing landscape
Retail crime is evolving fast. Understand the global trends reshaping the industry, what they mean for Australia, and walk away with the intelligence to make better decisions.
Lead the movement
Shape the future of retail crime prevention in Australia together.
Melbourne
Glasshaus Brücke
368 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121
Please note Glasshaus has 3 venues in Richmond, we will be at the Glasshaus Brücke on Bridge Road.
Register now
Frequently asked questions
Who can attend?
This event is exclusively for Auror community members, partners, and those who have received a personal invitation to participate.
Are there any costs?
No. This is a FREE invite only event for the Auror retail and law enforcement community. There are limited tickets available, so be sure to register today!
Is it suitable for me?
Auror Connect brings together a community of Auror users from across Australia. With in-depth learning sessions from the industry's most innovative loss prevention professionals you'll discover new tools and strategies to reduce crime, loss and harm in your stores.
How do I get there?
Glasshaus has a tram stop directly out the front of the venue - the 48 and the 75 both go directly to and from the CBD.
If you wish to drive, there is two-hour free residential parking in the surrounding streets. Alternatively, paid undercover parking is available at Richmond Traders which is a 7 minute walk from the venue.
If you are getting an Uber or Taxi please ensure they are coming to the Bridge Road venue.
Is there a dress code?
The event is business casual, so no need to dress up.