The Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS) and the New Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientists (NZIMLS) are pleased to present their combined meeting, the South Pacific Congress (SPC), to be held at Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, 17-19 September 2019.

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OVERVIEW

The theme for the joint Australian and New Zealand Institutes conference is “New Wave Science”. It is a three day conference which will attract delegates from Australia, New Zealand and other international countries. We have a comprehensive program which will appeal to all lab staff, ranging from phlebotomists, lab assistants, core lab scientists to specialised senior scientists and lab managers.

Highlights of the meeting include the Industry Exhibition, submitted oral papers and posters, networking functions, industry symposia, meet the experts breakfast sessions and of course the gala dinner.

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PROGRAM

The 2019 South Pacific Congress Committee is currently putting together an exciting and inspiring program, Please click the button below to view.

The program will appeal to all audience members with high profile speakers such as the forensic anthropologist, Dr Donna MacGregor, international speakers from Ireland, Great Britain and Canada (Marie Culliton, Alan Wainwright and Christine Neilson), cutting edge scientists such as Dr Ken Dutton-Register, Dr Maher Ghandi (named as one of the most influential researchers in Australia), and Dr Danielle Stanisic, along with many local and interstate experts. All the major disciplines will be covered, with a comprehensive pre-analytical 2 day program and a day of histopathology.

Download the 2019 South Pacific Program

*The Program is subject to change, at the discretion of the Organising Committee

CONGRESS SPEAKERS

Robyn

Wells

President of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists

Don

Mikkelsen

Counties Manukau Laboratories

Christine Nielsen

The Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science

David

Whiley

University of Queensland and Pathology Queensland

Alana

Jenkins

Queensland Health

Danielle Stanisic

Griffith University

Tony

Badrick

The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia

Katie

Edmondson

Contact Tracing Support

Michael

Reade

Australian Army

rEGISTRATION

Registration Options

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Payment

Credit card is the preferred method of payment and will be required to complete your online registration. Accounts paid by credit card will incur a non-refundable merchant fee of 1.25% for MasterCard, 1.65% for VISA, 3.03% for American Express and 3.45% for Diners Club International. Please note all prices quoted are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of GST. All transactions made online will incur a non-refundable $4.80 web processing fee. If you are unable to pay via credit card please contact the conference organisers, All Occasions Group via email: conference@aomevents.com or 08 8125 2200 for alternate payment options.

Registration Cancellation

By completing and submitting this registration form you are indicating your intention to attend the 2019 South Pacific Congress 17 – 19 September and agree to the registration terms and conditions. You will be liable for a cancellation fee if you are unable to attend the 2019 South Pacific Congress. Registration cancellations must be sent in writing via email to All Occasions Group, conference@aomevents.com. Registration cancellations received up to 30 days prior to the Congress will receive a full refund, less a $120 cancellation fee. Registration cancellations received less than 30 days and up to seven days prior to the Congress will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be given for registration cancellations received within seven days of the Congress; however a substitute delegate may be nominated.

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ACCOMMODATION

The accommodation booking portal is now closed. Please contact All Occasions Group for future bookings at conference@aomevents.com or call 08 8125 2200.The conference rates listed cannot be guaranteed.

Alternatively, use the below Expedia link to book directly.

Accommodation Cancellation Policy

VENUe

The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre

The GCCEC is conveniently located in the heart of the Gold Coast, and features a main arena, four exhibition halls and meeting rooms catering for 10 to 6,000 people.

Location

2684 -2690 Gold Coast Highway,

Broadbeach, Queensland 4218 AUSTRALIA

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Sponsorship

With thanks to our 2019 Sponsors

We have designed a wide range of Sponsorship and Exhibition Packages to cater to budgets and expectations. The 2019 prospectus is available to download below. We appreciate your interest in the Conference and look forward to welcoming you to the Gold Coast in September. For further information or to discuss your interest in a sponsorship opportunity, please contact:

Sheila Woodhart

Sponsorship & Exhibition Manager,
All Occasions Group

P: (08) 8125 2216 e: sheila.woodhart@aomevents.com

Click here to Download the 2019 Sponsorship Prospectus

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Destination GOLD COAST

The attractions of the Gold Coast bring smiles to people of all ages and stages. With exhilarating rides, exotic animals and endless waterslides to help you cool off on hot summer days, the Gold Coast offers a full spectrum of interactive entertainment - from dazzling big budget theme parks to small, hilariously kitsch museums and natural attractions, the Gold Coast is an ideal holiday destination.

For further information on the Gold Coast, visit the website

DESTINATION GOLD COAST

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Australian Institute of Medical Scientists

WEBSITE

The New Zealand Institute of Medical Laboratory Science