In 2024, Optometry Australia and the state divisions are once again hosting exciting conferences where members can supercharge their CPD hours in just one or two days. 

Each unique conference offers members plenty of opportunities to socialise and network with friends and colleagues and connect with exhibitors to find out what’s new in the industry. All CPD programs for Optometry Australia conferences are quality assured, cover a range of topics to meet your learning goals and feature highly regarded speakers from across Australia and overseas.   

 

March 

 

Canberra Conference: Ocular disease management – Taking your practice to a new level 

Sunday March 3, National Gallery of Australia Canberra  

Struggling with your ocular disease practice? Learn from Australia’s top experts in Canberra’s face-to-face conference, where you can gain the expertise and confidence to expand your skillset and provide better patient care.  Register now. 

 

Wave 

Saturday 16 & 17 March, The Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle (a virtual option is available for those who are unable to attend in-person) 

WAVE promises a blend of education, collaboration and social opportunities to catch up with colleagues. The conference, which is open to both optometrists and dispensers, will be packed with stellar exhibitors, products and services and internationally renowned speakers. Register now. 

 

April 

 

Australian Vision Convention  

Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 April, Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) Broadbeach (a virtual option is available for those who are unable to attend in-person) 

AVC will feature world renowned speakers and offer a diverse range of insightful and education lectures and workshops designed to enhance your expertise in practice, therapeutics, clinical skills and equipment knowledge. Register now. 

 

Super Sunday  

Sunday 19 May, Doltone House, Darling Island 

Super Sunday once again promises to deliver thought-provoking, clinically relevant and affordable education from a stellar line-up of engaging Australian international presenters. Register now. 

 

June 

 

Optometry Virtually Connected  

Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 June, online 

Since its launch in 2020, Optometry Virtually Connected has established itself as one of the leading optometric education forums in the Southern Hemisphere. Held completely online and free for members, our national conference gives delegates a cost-effective and convenient option accessible from the comfort of your own home.  Registrations open April 2024. 

 

 

August 

 

Tasmania’s Lifestyle Congress 

Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 August, Wrest Point Hotel, Hobart 

Tasmania’s Lifestyle Congress (TLC) provides delegates with a unique and picturesque educational experience in Hobart. Last year’s program included the Australian Low Vision Seminar and featured Dr Kate Gifford as a keynote heading up an impressive collection of speakers. The 2024 educational program is in development. The event will also feature an extensive trade expo operating next to the educational sessions. Registrations open May 2024. 

 

Ski Conference 

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 26-28 July, Thredbo Alpine Hotel 

A fun-filled weekend conference in Thredbo. The 2024 program is in development but ast year’s event featured 8 CPD hours (including 5Ti) and speakers including Michael Yapp, Matt Trinh, Narelle Hine, and Andrew McKinnon.  Register now.

 

 

September 

 

Blue Sky 

Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 September, Adelaide Convention Centre 

Blue Sky offers delegates an exciting lineup of speakers with interesting and challenging content to help them in their practice. Held over two days, Blue Sky is known for its excellence in education delivery, with a well-known dose of light-heartedness, giving delegates the opportunity to refresh, re-focus and connect with colleagues and trade exhibitors in a fun learning environment.  Registrations open June 2024 

 

November  

 

SRC Mini 

Sunday 17 November, Crowne Plaza, Melbourne 

This bi-annual mini conference offers an engaging program of CPD and a trade exhibition in a single day. Attendees can expect 7.5 hours of CPD covering a range of topics.  Registrations open August 2024.