The 3rd Western Pacific Mass Gathering Events and Health Symposium uniquely focuses on the intersection between mass gatherings (major events, crowded spaces) and health. Building on the success of the symposiums in 2022 and 2024, people from government, non-government, industry, and academic organisations are encouraged to attend.

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Tentative Program

SYMPOSIUM THEMES

  • Best practice

  • Climate resilience

  • Emerging concerns

  • Inclusiveness at mass gatherings

  • Lessons learnt and case studies

  • Workforce
  • Others

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Keynote speakers will be announced shortly.

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PREVIOUS SYMPOSIUMS

KEY DATES

  • 19th November 2025: Abstract submissions open
  • 19th November 2025: Registrations open
  • 7th March 2026: Abstract submissions close
  • 14th March 2026: Abstract submissions announcements
  • 1st April 2026: Symposium program finalised
  • 18th June 2026: Symposium commences

REGISTRATION

$295  (2-day registration and networking evening event)

$200  (1-day registration and networking evening event)

$175  (1-day registration only)

DATES and LOCATION

Thursday 18 and Friday 19 June 2026

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Location: Griffith University Auditorium. Building 40, Level 5. Griffith University, Gold Coast Campus, Southport, Queensland (Campus map here)

GETTING THERE

Arriving by air: Both Brisbane airport and Gold Coast airport provide options for travel.

Arriving by train / light rail: TRANSLink provides rail services between Brisbane Airport / Brisbane CBD and the Gold Coast. You can then catch the G:link, Gold Coast Light Rail service to the Gold Coast University Hospital station.

Arriving by car: Casual parking is available in G55 on the Griffith University campus. Closer parking is available at the Gold Coast University Hospital.

ACCOMMODATION

Closest: Mantra Sharks (a 10min walk). Book now and receive 15% off the Mantra Daily Rate. Use promo code: CE2026. This discount is only applicable to phone [(07) 5603 3200] or e-mail [sharks.res@mantra.com.au] bookings.

Alternative: The Gold Coast has a large number of accommodation options along the G:link, Gold Coast Light Rail line. Accommodation might book out fast this week due to school holidays.