14 September – Navigating Family Law and Protecting Wealth Across Borders

REGISTER HERE – Following the success of our April event, the Australian French Business Association (AFBA) is bringing back our expert legal panel for a highly anticipated follow-up session — building on the topics you told us mattered the most, as well as exploring new discussion points.

For Australians living in France, the intersection of two legal systems can create real complexity — whether you are planning for your family’s future, protecting your wealth, or facing the challenges of a relationship breakdown particularly if children are involved.

Joining us will be specialist lawyers from two of our distinguished AFBA corporate member firms: Mills Oakley Family Law (Australia) and Chauveau Mulon & Associés (France).

What We Will Cover

  • Parenting & child arrangements(new)
  • Divorce proceedings(new)
  • Financial settlements(new)
  • Gifts & loans between family members(new)
  • Marriage contracts & Binding Financial Agreements(explored in greater depth)
  • Succession & inheritance for Australians in France(explored in greater depth)

Whether you attended our April event or are joining us for the first time, this is an important event for all Australians living in France.

REGISTER HERE

In the meantime, please save the date: Monday, 14 September 2026.

This event is proudly supported by AFBA corporate members Mills Oakley Family Law and Chauveau Mulon & Associés.

30 September – AFBA Rentrée Dinner 2026

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The President and Board of the Australia France Business Association (AFBA) are delighted to invite you to the annual AFBA Rentrée Dinner 2026, one of the most anticipated events on our calendar.

Join us on Wednesday, 30th September from 7:00pm at the prestigious Les Salons de l’Hôtel des Arts et Métiers, 9 bis Avenue d’Iéna, 75016 Paris, for an elegant evening of connection, conversation and celebration of the enduring Franco-Australian relationship in business and culture.

The evening will begin with a networking apéritif  with champagne and canapés, followed by a refined three-course dinner accompanied by French wines.

By tradition, the Rentrée Dinner offers our guests the opportunity to hear from distinguished leaders shaping Australia’s engagement with France and Europe. We are delighted to welcome this year’s Guest Speaker:

Her Excellency Lynette Wood 
Australian Ambassador to France

Followed by additional insights from our valued partner

Gönül Serbest
Commissioner for Victoria to Europe, Middle East, Türkiye and Africa

Taking place during the iconic Paris Fashion Week, this year’s Rentrée Dinner will bring together AFBA members, partners and friends for an exceptional evening in the heart of Paris.

We are particularly pleased to welcome a delegation from the Australian Fashion Council, adding a special Australian dimension to this celebration of business, creativity and culture.

The evening will also feature a Paris Fashion Week inspired panel discussion exploring Victoria’s distinctive fashion and design culture and its global influence, featuring:

Marianne Perkovic – Chair Australian Fashion Council & Fashion Week
Denni Francisco – Founder & Creative Director, Ngali, A First Nations’ fashion brand celebrating First Nations’ creative talent

We are delighted to partner with the Victoria State Government and RMIT Europe for this special event, and sincerely thank them for their generous support.

AFBA Members: €90 | Non-members: €110

RSVP by 24 September (no registrations will be accepted after this date)

Places are strictly limited.

We look forward to welcoming you for a truly special evening to celebrate the Franco-Australian spirit connections and to toast to la rentrée together in Parisian style.

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24 June – AFBA Summer Drinks

As the days grow longer and the Parisian summer comes into full bloom, the Australia France Business Association and WIRE Avocats are delighted to invite you to our annual AFBA Annual Summer Drinks.

Join us for a warm and convivial evening on one of Paris’s chicest summer cocktail bars and terraces Bibie by the Coolangatta Group where an evening of networking summer-style and good conversation await.

Whether you are a long-standing member or newly joining us, don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, forge new connections, and celebrate the ties between Australia and France in this relaxed and elegant establishment.

Date: Wednesday 24th June

Time: From 6.30pm

Location: Bibie cocktail bar – 7 Rue Lacépède, 75005 Paris

Thank you to AFBA Corporate Member WIRE Avocats for sponsoring this event.

Free for members | 25 euros for non-members

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11 June – CBA Economic Briefing (Corporate members)

AFBA Corporate members are invited to save the date for 2026 CBA Economic Briefing and Networking Cocktail on 11 June.

Details to be shared directly with Corporate members.

21 May – Cross-Chamber Network Cocktail

Mickaël Locoh, President of the American Chamber of Commerce in France

Frank Ribuot, President of the Australia France Business Association

Françoise Rausch OBE, President of the Franco-British Chamber

Gacia Kazandjian, President of the France Canada Chamber of Commerce

Richard Dujardin, President of NetworkIrlande

Dominique Restino, President of World Trade Center Paris Ile-de-France

are delighted to invite members of the Australia France Business Association to the 2026 Spring Cross-Chamber Network Reception. 

Thursday 21st May | 6.30pm – 8.30pm

Marriott Hotel: 17 Bd Saint-Jacques, 75014 Paris

Tickets are available for AFBA members at €30 (appetisers and beverages included)

REGISTER HERE

Cancellations within 48 hours of the event are non-refundable. If you are unable to participate, you may nominate another representative from your company.

For any questions, please email AFBA Manager Penelope at: contact@australiafranceba.org

To renew your AFBA membership for 2026, click here. 

20 April – Family and Succession Law for Australians in France

The Australia France Business Association is delighted to invite AFBA members to a panel discussion, in partnership with Australian law firm MILLS OAKLEY, exploring key aspects of family and succession law for Australians in France.

Discussions and insights will explore topics including:

  • French vs Australian marriage regimes & pre-nuptial agreements
  • French succession law and inheritance tax
  • International families & jurisdiction

Speaking on the panel will be: 

  • Susan Warda – Partner, Team Leader of Sydney Family Law, MILLS OAKLEY
  • Elodie Mulon – Partner, President of CCBE Family & Inheritance Law Committee CHAUVEAU MULON & ASSOCIÉS
  • Antonia Marran – Senior Associate, Accredited Specialist in Family Law, MILLS OAKLEY

A networking cocktail will follow the discussion and Q&A.

Date: Monday 20 April

Time: 18:00 – 20:00

Registration is essential. Limited capacity. 

RSVP by 14 April.

Thank you to AFBA Corporate Members MILLS OAKLEY & NAB EUROPE for supporting this event.

8 April – AFBA Spring Drinks

The Australia France Business Association (AFBA), in partnership with corporate member ANZ, is pleased to invite members and friends to its annual Spring Networking Cocktail.

Join fellow members and guests for an evening of conversation and connection within the Australia–France business community. This gathering offers a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new members, and strengthen professional ties across our network.

We look forward to welcoming you for a relaxed and convivial evening with the AFBA community.

Wednesday, 8th April from 18h30
PLEY HOTEL – 214 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré 

Gratuitous for AFBA members | 25 € Non-members 

Two drinks pp and canapés included. 

Places are limited so we advise for you to RSVP at your earliest convenience. Registration is essential. 

For any questions about AFBA events or membership, please email Events, Communications and Operations Manager, Penelope at: contact@australiafranceba.org

If you have not yet renewed your AFBA membership for 2026, you can renew your membership here. 

REGISTER FOR SPRING DRINKS HERE

10 March – AGM 2026

The AFBA Board invites members of the Australia France Business Association to attend the Annual General Meeting 2026.

During the meeting, the AFBA Board for 2026 will be elected, and a vote on AFBA adopting the title ‘Chambre de Commerce’ will be held.

The meeting will be followed by a networking cocktail.

Date: Tuesday, 10 March at 18h30

Address: NEOEN Head Office – 22 rue Bayard, 75008, Paris

Thank you to AFBA Corporate Member NEOEN for supporting this event.

AFBA’s Rapport Moral and Rapport Financier will be circulated before the event.

If you have any questions, please email AFBA Manager Penelope at: contact@australiafranceba.org

*Registration is essential and only paid-up members can attend the AGM.

REGISTER HERE 

8 January – 2026 Outlook with France’s Ambassador to Australia

Join us for a special evening with His Excellency Pierre-André Imbert, France’s Ambassador to Australia, as he shares insights into the France–Australia economic relationship and the key areas of opportunity and focus for business in 2026.

The discussion will be followed by networking and the traditional French Galette des Rois.

This event will be hosted at NAB Europe’s head office in central Paris on Thursday 8th January from 6.30pm. 

Limited places.

Free for AFBA members | 20 euros for non-members

3 December: Save the Date – AFBA End of Year Reception

Please save the date for the annual AFBA End of Year Reception which will be held on

Wednesday, 3rd December

18h30 – 20h30

in Paris.

This AFBA event is sponsored by Transdev. 

More details to be shared soon.