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PARKING AUSTRALIA WELCOMES NEW DIRECTORS

December 02, 2021

PARKING AUSTRALIA WELCOMES NEW DIRECTORS

Parking Australia, the national body representing the interests of the parking industry in Australia, elected three directors (two being new to the Board) at yesterday’s Annual General Meeting of the company.

The two new directors to join the Parking Australia Board (as voted for by the Parking Australia members) are Angelique Mentis from thatsMYspot and Daniel Hitchcock from First Parking. Mosstyn Howell from UbiPark was also re-elected to the board for a third term.

Angelique Mentis founded her parking business, thatsMYspot in 2009. Over the past 12 years, she has been providing automated parking bollard products to individuals, B2B businesses and government, including association members. Angelique has over 30 years business and industry experience, having practised as a highly respected finance lawyer both in Australia and internationally. She has developed and built residential and commercial property developments, including installing a car stacker in 2008. Angelique serves as a voluntary advisory board member of rCITI, the UNSW Research Centre for Integrated Transport Innovation.

Daniel Hitchcock commenced in the parking industry in 2006 as the Branch Manager for Andrews’ Airport Parking. He spent 10 years with Secure Parking, winning and overseeing the Brisbane Airport contract and working on the Commonwealth Games parking contract for the QLD government. Daniel commenced his own parking business in 2020, First Parking, which has grown from 0 sites to 14 new car parks in 18 months. Daniel has served on the Property Council of Australia’s Diversity Committee for the past 3 years and before that, on the Future Directions Committee, helping him to establish relationships with future leaders in the property industry.

The new directors join Parking Australia’s established board:

Sharon Prior – City of Adelaide (President)
James English – ACE Parking (Vice President)
Wayne Bryant – Queensland University of Technology
Paul Sidwell – Wilson Parking
Gary Byrne – Park Aid
Joe Larosa – SKIDATA Australasia
Mosstyn Howell – UbiPark (re-elected)

Parking Australia’s President, Sharon Prior, thanked outgoing board member, Ben Williams, for his valuable contribution to the board. Ben served on the Parking Australia board for 3 years. Ben is the Australian General Manager for Smart Parking Ltd.

Media Enquiries:

Stuart Norman
CEO Parking Australia
0427 496 434
snorman@parking.asn.au

Parking Australia: Winners announced in 2021 Parking Industry Awards

November 15, 2021

Parking Australia: Winners announced in 2021 Parking Industry Awards

Parking Australia announced the winners for the 2021 Parking Industry Awards at a virtual event held on 10 November.

The Parking Industry Awards are an opportunity to recognise excellence in the industry, by showcasing exemplary projects from the past 12-18 months. A panel of eight industry judges reviewed and scored submissions, based on the submission criteria and 29 finalists were selected from around the country.

Many of the submissions reflected how the parking industry had adapted during COVID-19 lockdowns, by focusing on the needs and wants of the customer during this challenging time.

The awards program also included a new category for Outstanding Sustainable Car Park which recognises sustainable features in car parks and demonstrates the industry’s willingness to use parking facilities as an opportunity to realise their environmental ambitions and reap the benefits.

The Parking Industry Awards awarded seven winners in the following categories:

Outstanding Sustainable Car Park (Proudly sponsored by GET)
Winner: Monash University – North 1 multi-level car park

Outstanding Customer Service (Proudly Sponsored by Logical Line Marking)
Winner: UPark Plus – City of Adelaide/ADVAM

Excellence in Technology and Innovation – Off Street (Proudly sponsored by DCA)
Winner: UbiPark – Porsche parking app powered by UbiPark

Excellence in Technology and Innovation – On Street (Proudly sponsored by Care Park)
Winner: SenSen Networks and Brisbane City Council – Environmental Mapping Technology

Outstanding Marketing and Communications (Proudly sponsored by Smart Parking)
Winner: Share with Oscar – COVID Appeal

Parking Young Achiever (Proudly sponsored by EasyPark)
Winner: Jason Marks – DCA

Parking Organisation of the Year (Proudly sponsored by SKIDATA)
Winners: Park on King – Airport Parking, Sydney

DCA: PayStay reaches 1 Million User Milestone

February 01, 2021

PayStay reaches 1 Million User Milestone

Database Consultants Australia, Australia’s leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions announced PayStay has reached the 1 million user milestone.

Chief Executive Officer DCA Cities, Mike Smith said PayStay launched in Australia in 2014 and has fast become Australia’s leading pay-by-mobile digital parking solution.

“The past year has been challenging, as COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the parking industry generally. Despite these challenges our user base has continued to grow. This is testament to the app’s convenience and useability.

“1 million users is an exciting milestone for PayStay, I’d like to congratulate our team for helping us get there” Smith said.

Developed in Australia for local conditions PayStay is available in a number of local government municipalities across Australia. PayStay is now the preferred payment method for parking in 100’s of suburbs and is trusted to securely process tens of millions of dollars per annum.

About PayStay:

PayStay is DCA’s community centric smartphone application that allows drivers to search parking availability by time restriction, price and location and digitally pay for their parking. PayStay also guides users to vacant parking spaces using their smartphone’s mapping system.

PayStay improves the community experience by;

 Allowing them to identify car parking near their destination
 Providing them with the ability to see real-time parking availability
 Allowing them to check tariffs and parking restrictions
 Guiding motorists to the parking they identified as meeting their needs
 Providing pay for what you use digital payment
 Allowing management of residential and business ePermits

About DCA:

 Smart city and parking technologies
 Higher education research management
 Digital marketing support services
 Hosting and data assurance services

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DCA specialise in technology and data optimisation. DCA are experts in IoT software innovations, database development and data management, and are driving transformation across four core niche markets;

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Proudly Australian owned, our 350+ passionate employees and local development team are dedicated to turning our client’s ideas into commercial reality; we empower our people to make a difference.

For more information contact:

Kristy Cook (03) 8317 8175 or

communications@data.com.au

DCA Cities selected to transform Brisbane City Council’s Smart Cities parking operations

January 09, 2020

DCA Cities selected to transform Brisbane City Council’s Smart Cities parking operations

After a competitive tender process, Brisbane City Council has announced Database Consultants Australia (DCA) as the supplier to deliver its infringement management solution.

The contract will see DCA partner with Council to implement an industry best practice infringement management system, streamlining Council processes and delivering a better service to Brisbane residents of Australia’s largest local government area.

Council selected DCA Cities as the successful tenderer based on a single integrated, end-to-end solution that enables industry best practice delivery of infringement issuing, processing and management.

DCA Director of Cities, Sandy Del Papa said DCA Cities has a long and successful history of safely delivering parking management solutions for its customers.

“We are pleased that our expertise in the design and construction of innovative solutions has been recognised,” Mr Del Papa said.

“We look forward to delivering this important project for Council and the people of Brisbane. DCA’s Infringement Management as a Service (IMaaS) is a unique combination of innovative technologies underpinning known and successful methodologies. The IMaaS solution will deliver a customer-centric platform that will digitally transform current operations.”

In partnership with DCA, Council has also introduced DCA’s ePermits solution.

Brisbane residents now enjoy the benefits of the fully digitised ePermits system with online applications, payment and issuing, together with flexible permit options. ePermits integrates with industry best practice on-street management technology to keep city’s moving and offers the ability to integrate complementary smart city technologies.

For more information contact: communications@data.com.au

About DCA

• Smart city and parking technologies

• Higher education research management

• Digital marketing support services

• Hosting and data assurance services

Proudly Australian owned, our 350+ passionate employees and local development team are dedicated to turning our client’s ideas into commercial reality; we empower our people to make a difference.

data.com.au

About Brisbane City Council

Brisbane City Council is responsible for transport services for the largest single local government entity in Australia. Their operations incorporate the management of a broad spectrum of public infrastructure. Within this mix of services, Council owns and manages a range of parking facilities and are leading the way with smart city strategies aimed at delivering a more liveable, sustainable city.

Parking Australia Appoints New CEO

December 13, 2018

Parking Australia Appoints New CEO

Parking Australia has appointed Stuart Norman as its new Chief Executive Officer. Stuart commenced in the role of CEO on Monday 10 December 2018.

Stuart replaces Interim CEO, Lorraine Duffy, who has been acting in the role of CEO for the past 3 months.

Stuart brings 20 years’ experience spanning a variety of industry sectors, including not-for-profit, commercial and government entities.

Stuart has a track record in building and transforming operating models for member-based organisations across Australia, and developing sustainable futures through robust control and governance. His former roles include General Manager – Industry Development at Bus Victoria (BusVic) and CEO of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).

His experience includes developing advocacy and stakeholder engagement, driving collaboration to unite diverse groups and interests. In his role at BusVic, Stuart established a credible and strong voice at the table for the bus industry in relation to government emergency management and natural disaster planning.

“We are pleased to appoint a candidate with a great deal of association-based experience. We are confident that Stuart’s background in building up member-centric associations will help us move forward in 2019 with the delivery of the association’s new strategic plan, whilst continuing to grow and develop the association to meet the demands of our ever-changing industry”, said Sharon Prior, President of Parking Australia.

“Our Strategic Plan will focus on a number of key areas including promoting the highest standards across the parking industry, being a strong and united national voice for our members, maintaining and growing our membership at a national level, encouraging the adoption of innovative technology and providing forums for the sharing of information.”

Stuart is looking forward to furthering member engagement and industry relationships through a program of educational industry events and will host a ‘Meet the CEO’ Drinks in Sydney at the first event of 2019 on 12 February. More details will follow early in the new year.

www.parking.asn.au

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More Information:

Sharon Prior, President – Parking Australia M: 0417 825 810

Stuart Norman, CEO – Parking Australia M: 0473 207 210

WINNERS ANNOUNCED IN NATIONAL PARKING INDUSTRY AWARDS

November 02, 2018

WINNERS ANNOUNCED IN NATIONAL PARKING INDUSTRY AWARDS

Parking Australia, the national association for the parking industry, has today released the winners for the Parking Industry Awards, which were held at the Parking Australia Convention & Exhibition on 1 November at The Star Gold Coast.

The prestigious Parking Industry Awards celebrate the achievements of individuals, teams and organisations for innovation, excellence and outstanding facilities throughout the parking sector. The Awards aim to highlight the industry’s commitment to raising the standards of the parking industry, by showcasing exemplary projects from the last 12-18 months.

The Parking Industry Awards has awarded seven winners from around the country in the following categories:

Outstanding New Car Park Development

Winner: Park on King, Airport Parking Sydney

Excellence in Technology and Innovation – Off Street

Winner: Ace Parking Group and Park on King for Sydney Off-Airport Parking

Excellence in Technology and Innovation – On Street

Winner: Smarter City Solutions for Warrnambool – Australia’s first fully integrated pay by plate city

Outstanding Customer Service

Winner: Cairns Airport for Arrive Excited and Depart Delighted – A fresh customer-centric focus

Outstanding Marketing and Communications (Sponsored by Parking Today)

Winner: City of Melbourne for Wheelie tyred of illegal parking campaign

Parking Young Achiever (Sponsored by Hoban Recruitment)

Winner: Jenna White – Care Park

Parking Organisation of the Year

Winner: Smart Parking Limited

“The Awards submissions demonstrate exceptionally high standards and show a strong commitment towards excellence across each sector of the industry. We applaud winners and finalists for pursuing the type of innovations that drive the parking industry forward, as well as campaigns that provide an enhanced level of customer experience,” said Parking Australia Interim CEO, Lorraine Duffy.

This year’s categories were judged by a panel of nine national and international industry professionals.

For the full list of winners and finalists visit: www.parking.asn.au/2018-parking-awards-winners

Thanks to 2018 Parking Awards Sponsor – Smarter City Solutions.

Australian Parking Convention to Explore Future Scenarios for Car Parks

November 01, 2018

Australian Parking Convention to Explore Future
Scenarios for Car Parks

Today, Parking Australia will welcome over 300 delegates to the Parking Australia Convention & Exhibition (PACE), which is taking place at The Star Gold Coast from 1-2 November.

PACE is Australia’s largest event for the parking industry, focusing on the latest innovations and trends in parking, and will feature a two-day program of national and international guest speakers, and a trade exhibition featuring over 40 exhibitors.

Now in its 16th year, the conference attracts key representatives from every segment of the industry and is the only event where leaders and decision makers gather to discuss future trends, policy and innovation.

The conference program will kick off today with a Keynote Address from technology futurist, Steve Sammartino, who will present on the Mobility Revolution and how business and industry can thrive by re-defining the way we connect ‘transport nodes’. Steve’s session will be followed by a panel session on Repurposing Car Parks, which will explore scenarios for future-proofing from construction to retrofitting different technologies.

Later in the day, Nolan Hough from Manchester Airports Group (MAG) in the UK, will deliver a Keynote Address on An Airports Journey to Digital Transformationand how a newly formed digital start-up at MAG has re-platformed & redesigned their web, eCommerce, market & revenue management systems.

Friday morning’s Keynote Address will feature Hans Oortwijn, from the Dutch Government Road Transport Agency, who will discuss his role in pioneering a single National Parking Register.

“This year’s theme, the changing space of parking, is supported by an exhibition of future technologies, and keynote speakers who are experts in the growing field of parking management and smart cities”, said Parking Australia President, Sharon Prior.

“For 2018 we have put together a program that focuses on how to ensure car parks can handle the wave of new transport solutions for the future, whether that be through digital transformation or future-proofing, or a combination of both. The parking industry is undergoing rapid diversification, and we want to give some further definition to these changes and what they mean for our industry.”

Registrations for PACE open from 8am at The Star Gold Coast event centre. For more information visit www.pace2018.com.au.

About Parking Australia

Parking Australia is the peak national body representing the parking industry across Australia. Parking Australia was founded to promote excellence in the management of parking facilities, and includes a broad cross-section of local government and statutory authorities, businesses, car park operators and property owners. Parking Australia’s work to promote best practice across private parking industry includes introducing an Accredited Operator Scheme supported by a Code of Practice for the industry to ensure the way private parking operators deliver their services to the public is in line with the community’s expectations.

PARKING AUSTRALIA: FINALISTS ANNOUNCED IN 2018 NATIONAL PARKING INDUSTRY AWARDS

September 17, 2018

PARKING AUSTRALIA: FINALISTS ANNOUNCED IN 2018 NATIONAL PARKING INDUSTRY AWARDS

Parking Australia has today announced the finalists for the Parking Industry Awards, which are to be held during the Parking Australia Convention & Exhibition (PACE) on 1 November 2018 at The Star Gold Coast.

The prestigious Parking Industry Awards celebrates the achievements of individuals, teams and organisations for excellence, outstanding facilities and innovation throughout the parking sector.

The Awards aim to highlight the industry’s commitment to raising the standards through showcasing best practice and rewarding exceptional contributions to the parking industry.

With record submissions received this year, the Parking Industry Awards has shortlisted thirty-five finalists from around the country for excellence across seven categories:

Outstanding new car park development
Outstanding customer service
Excellence in technology and innovation – on street
Excellence in technology and innovation – off street
Outstanding marketing and communications
Parking organisation of the year
Parking young achiever

President of Parking Australia, Sharon Prior, believes the standard of entries this year has been exceptionally high, as Australian businesses working in the parking industry continue to pursue parking excellence and lead the region.

“Being announced as a finalist is a true achievement, particularly considering quality of submissions received. The calibre of entries demonstrates the leadership and commitment of the industry to innovate and provide the best possible parking experience. We congratulate and commend the 2018 finalists and acknowledge their achievements,” said Ms Prior.

The full list of finalists can be found here. The winners will be announced at the awards dinner event on 1 November 2018.

Tickets for the awards dinner can be purchased via the PACE 2018 website.

DCA: Smart phone to unlock the City of Fremantle’s Integrated Parking Management System

August 01, 2018

Smart phone to unlock the City of Fremantle’s Integrated Parking Management System

City of Fremantle has chosen Database Consultants Australia (DCA) as the preferred supplier to deliver their smart city parking strategy. The city is looking to improve community parking satisfaction and has chosen DCA’s Integrated Parking Management System (IPMS) to provide a higher quality community experience.

The awarding of the city’s IPMS to DCA follows a surge in demand for its innovative smart phone parking app PayStay, which is the fastest growing consumer parking solution in Australia.

DCA Director of Smart City Technologies Sandy Del Papa said the smart phone is key to citizens unlocking the benefits of smart cities.

“Through the introduction of state-of-the-art technology we’ll look to make the best of the City of Fremantle’s parking network and deliver greater efficiency and optimisation of available parking. We’ll support the city with optimal access and insight to mobility data to increase the city’s ability to make data-driven decisions and ultimately deliver a truly connected parking experience to the citizens of Fremantle” Del Papa said.

The imminent delivery of the IPMS aligns directly with the city’s goals of developing a responsible social, economic and environmentally efficient city and delivering the subsequent benefits to the community. DCA will deliver an integrated suite of technologies including pay by smart phone solution, PayStay. This proven technology will enable motorists to search via their smart phone for parking, navigate to parking and pay only for the time they require, together with optional notification of when their parking will expire, all within a single highly functional app.

In partnership with DCA the city will also address the emerging demand for digital permit solutions, with the introduction of ePermits. ePermits offer both convenience and flexibility to citizens with online applications, payment and issuing, together with flexible digital visitor permits.

For more information contact:

Kristy Cook +61 (0) 419 348 811

About DCA

Smart city and parking technologies
Higher education research management
Digital marketing support services
Hosting and data assurance services

DCA are proudly Australian owned and do business in four countries. Their 180+ passionate employees and local development team are dedicated to turning client’s ideas into commercial reality.

CARE PARK ANNOUNCED AS THE PLATINUM SPONSOR FOR PACE 2018

May 07, 2018

CARE PARK ANNOUNCED AS THE PLATINUM SPONSOR FOR PACE 2018

Care Park, major service provider of parking management in Australia, New Zealand Malaysia, the UK and Hungary, has been announced as the Platinum Sponsor for the 2018 Parking Australia Convention and Exhibition (PACE).

Care Park is a leading parking management group, operating in excess of 430 car parks across the Asia-Pacific, the UK and Europe.

“This year is Care Park’s 20th anniversary and we are proud to support PACE 2018 as the platinum sponsor,” said Robert Belteky, Managing Director of Care Park.

“Named Parking Organisation of the Year at Parking Australia’s 2017 Parking Industry Awards, our aim is to continue to grow our platinum and cutting-edge company service to provide the parking solutions of tomorrow, today to our customers. It is therefore fitting to be the platinum sponsor of PACE 2018.

“The PACE conference will give us the opportunity to network with industry consultants, technology developers and corporations using parking services, and see, learn and understand first-hand the changes, innovations and issues that are changing the face of the parking industry and how this is improving the customer experience.”

PACE 2018 takes place from 31 October – 2 November at The Star Gold Coast. The theme for this year is ‘Changing Spaces’, and PACE 2018 will be a dynamic learning event which contemplates the rapid diversification our industry is experiencing, whilst demonstrating the ‘Changing Spaces’ of parking. The event will feature parking technology demonstrations, plus a program of stimulating guest speakers. PACE 2018 promises to showcase innovative thinking and case studies that share real world experiences about issues that impact the parking industry.

“PACE is about promoting a forward thinking and progressive outlook for the parking industry, and we are thrilled to have the continued support of a leading service provider in car park management and ownership”, said Parking Australia Chief Executive, Hayden Cock.

To register for PACE visit www.pace2018.com.au. Early bird delegate registration closes on 27 July.

More Information:

Hayden Cock, CEO – Parking Australia M: 0424 380 534

Yolanda Torrisi, Media and Public Relations Manager – Care Park M: 0412 261 870

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