WORKSHOPSSaturday, 29 August 2026
(Pre-Conference Workshops, Registration required)
| 0800–1600 | International penguin early career scientists (IPECS) 6th early career workshopAlex Thornton, Paula Wasiak, Ruth Peacey, Dr Jeff White | Venue to be confirmed |
| 0800–1200 | Trouble-shooting terrestrial predation at mainland African penguin colonies: Towards evidence-based mitigationDr Lisa Nupen | Venue to be confirmed |
| 1200–1230 | Lunch (at delegates own expense) | |
| 1230–1630 | What works for banded penguins? Translating science into effective conservation for African and Humboldt penguinsDr Patty McGill | Venue to be confirmed |
| 1100 & 1500 departures | Buses departing from Tullamarine, Melbourne International Airport.Delegates need to preregister for the buses via the registration portal. | Tullamarine International Airport |
| 1400–1800 | Registration Opens | Berninneit |
| 1700–1900 | The Icebreaker – Welcome Reception Start the conference by joining colleagues at the traditional IPC Icebreaker. Enjoy a selection of regional wines and local canapés while catching up with peers, making new connections, and settling into the conference in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. | Berninneit |