Welcome to THRIVE
We look forward to welcoming you to Brisbane in March 2022!
As COVID-driven uncertainty across Australia continues, and in the interests of the safety of members and their patients, the APA have made the difficult decision to postpone THRIVE 2021 to now take place from Wednesday 30 March (workshops) – Saturday 2 April, 2022.
All other details regarding the conference remain the same including the program, but on the new dates.
The new date for the close of Early Bird Registrations will be 13 December 2021.
APA thank all members, speakers and delegates for your understanding and patience during these uncertain times. We hope that the changed dates will allow all invited and abstract speakers the opportunity to participate and showcase their work at a world class conference in a safe face to face format, with few restrictions.
The new dates will also enable delegates to maximise their conference experience and choose from 200+ sessions across four full days, as well as maximise networking opportunities and attend our renowned social events.
Program Snapshot
Early Bird registration now openOur program
The APA Conference, NEXT 2018, will consist of a program combining three main themes, calling for abstracts in the following areas:
Practice—application or use of an idea, belief, or method within the practise of physiotherapy.
Business—the business of physiotherapy, focusing specifically on management and leadership within a physiotherapy business or workplace.
Education—building expert skills in the areas of learning, teaching, supervision and research with a focus on both patient and professional education.
Matt Church: Leadership expert
Matt Church is no ordinary presenter. He is the 2015 Australian Speaker of the Year and has recently been named one of the top ten motivational speakers in the world. His special talent is his ability to shake up an audience and inspire them to lead change.
02
31 March
- Exhibition opens
- Opening and keynote address
- Breakout sessions: invited and abstracts
- Welcome Reception
03
1 April
- Group breakfasts
- Exhibition
- Keynote addresses
- Breakout sessions: invited and abstracts
- College graduation
04
2 April
- Exhibition
- Keynote addresses
- Breakout sessions: invited and abstracts
- Closing plenary
- Conference Dinner
SPEAKERS
Keep an eye out for further speaker details as they are announced.
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REGISTER
With an expected audience of over 1500 and an exhibition of 100+ sponsors and exhibitors, THRIVE will bring together industry professionals from across Australia and promises to be an excellent learning and networking opportunity.
Early Bird now open.
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
The APA is excited to invite you to partner with us in presenting THRIVE Australia’s pre-eminent physiotherapy conference. Learn more about how and why you should sponsor or exhibit at THRIVE below.
Thanks to our sponsors
Platinum Partner
Major Partner
Gold Partner
Silver Partner
Bronze Partner
Lounge and Coffee Cart Partner
App and Tech Partner
Stationery Partner
E-Poster
Volunteer
Principal Partner
Where to stay during the conference
Looking for the right place to stay during the conference? We have got you sorted.
Ozaccom+ are the approved booking agency for accommodation and travel for this years’ conference. We have hand-picked a range of conference hotels available at a discounted rate for delegates, which are only available through Ozaccom+
More information to come.
VENUE & LOCATION
Venue
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre opened in 1995, BCEC is owned by South Bank Corporation on behalf of the Queensland Government and is proudly managed by ASM Global. BCEC is one of Australia’s premier venues for events, exhibitions and conferences.
Find out more about the Centre and how to get there:
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre- Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Cnr Merivale and Glenelg Streets South Bank, Brisbane 4101, Queensland Australia
- Telephone +61 7 3308 3000
- www.bcec.com.au
Places to visit in Brisbane
Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland– Australia’s second largest state by area. In addition to being the third most populous city in Australia, Greater Brisbane is the largest of Australia’s six capital cities by geographic area, occupying 15,842 sq km across South East Queensland. Find an inspiring collection of places to explore in and around Brisbane. From the natural pleasures of parklands to the urban appeal of art galleries – it’s right here. Wining and Dining. Urban village hotspots. Nights out on the town. Beds and boutique hotels, shopping and cinemas and everything in between.
Networking during the conference
The conference provides many opportunities to network and catch up with colleagues and friends.
Two highlights are the Welcome Reception and the Conference Dinner, a chance to dance the night away!