Cirka was proud to continue its relationship with TEFMA as a sponsor of the 2026 TEFMA Conference, bringing together facilities management professionals from across Australia’s education sector to share knowledge, explore emerging challenges and strengthen industry connections.
Our involvement in this year’s conference reflected a shared commitment to supporting the people, ideas and innovation shaping the future of facilities management in education.
Creating Better Campus Experiences
At the Welcome Drinks, sponsored by Cirka, our CEO Pat Donato welcomed attendees and spoke about our commitment to creating environments where people feel safe, welcomed and valued.
As expectations around campus presentation, sustainability and operational performance continue to evolve, education facilities teams are being asked to deliver more across increasingly complex environments.
Cirka’s approach is built around three core pillars: customer-centric experiences that place people at the centre of decision-making, measurable sustainability outcomes that translate ESG commitments into everyday action, and data-driven performance that supports greater value, efficiency and return on investment.
By bringing these elements together with consistent service delivery, Cirka works alongside education partners to create clean, welcoming and well-presented environments that support the broader campus experience.
Investing in the Future of Facilities Management
Our commitment to the sector also extends to supporting the professionals who will shape its future.
As sponsor of the 2026 TEFMA Maurie Pawsey Scholarship, Cirka was privileged to present this year’s award to Danielle McCartney, Head of Sustainability at the University of Technology Sydney.
The scholarship honours Maurie Pawsey’s enduring contribution to the facilities management profession and provides emerging leaders with an opportunity to explore global best practice and bring new ideas and perspectives back to Australia.
This strongly aligns with Cirka’s belief in investing in people, creating opportunities and developing future leaders.
Working alongside facilities teams across education environments gives us firsthand insight into the challenges facing modern campuses, from achieving sustainability objectives and responding to changing student expectations to balancing operational demands with consistently high presentation standards.
Supporting professional development and knowledge sharing is therefore an important part of strengthening the sector for the future.
Cirka looks forward to building on the conversations and connections from the 2026 conference and continuing to work alongside the sector to deliver better experiences, measurable outcomes, and innovative approaches to facilities management in education.
