Concrete Institute of Australia  was formed by members who share an interest in design, concrete technology and construction. The main aim of Concrete Institute of Australia is to provide a forum that enables sharing of experience and knowledge between members and to spread information to benefit the concrete and construction industry.

Concrete Institute of Australia has increased its membership base to obtain support from related areas of concrete and construction industry. Concrete Institute of Australia organises seminars, technical meetings and publications to ensure proper communication and participation of all members.

Concrete Institute of Australia enhances relationship with international, national and local bodies as part of its objective to enhance and develop practices in concrete technology and also to improve the standard of concrete construction in Australia.

Concrete Institute of Australia established a biennial awards scheme in 1971. Awards are offered to mark the contribution towards excellence in concrete structures erected every year in Australia.