Kick off the conference at the Welcome Reception. This relaxed evening offers the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow delegates, renew acquaintances, and begin your conference experience in a welcoming setting.
DATE | Sunday 30 August
TIME | 5pm – 7pm
VENUE | Berninneit, Cowes
DRESS CODE | Smart Casual
DELEGATE TICKET | Included in full registration
DAY DELEGATE/GUEST TICKET | $100
INCLUSIONS | Canapes & beverages
Join us for the Conference Dinner, a highlight of the social program featuring great food, good company, and a unique local experience. The evening will begin with entry to the renowned Penguin Parade – an unforgettable chance to witness one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxed dinner and drinks with your peers, perfect for networking and unwinding.
DATE | Thursday 3 September
TIME | 7.30pm–9.30pm
TRANSPORT | Will be provided.
VENUE | Little Chicks Café, Penguin Parade
DRESS CODE | Smart Casual
DELEGATE/GUEST TICKET | $120
INCLUSIONS | Dinner, beverages entry to Penguin Parade
Penguin Parade Experience
Phillip Island is home to the world’s largest colony of little penguins, offering a rare opportunity to witness these remarkable seabirds in their natural habitat. Each evening at the renowned Penguin Parade, visitors can watch as the penguins emerge from the ocean at sunset and make their way across the beach to their burrows – a truly memorable and uniquely Australian wildlife experience.
Delegates and guests attending the Penguin Parade will be provided transport from the venue at 5:00pm, with the parade experience taking place from 6:15pm to 7:15pm.