Countdown to 2024 NNF
Date & time
Wednesday 14 – Friday 16 August 2024
About the National Nursing Forum
The National Nursing Forum (NNF) is the Australian College of Nursing’s signature annual leadership and educational event bringing together nurses, students and other health professionals from around the country and across the globe. The 2024 NNF will take place from Wednesday 14 – Friday 16 August 2024 at the Cairns Convention Centre.
Attendees will enjoy a full and rich forum experience with face-to-face presentations and interactions with the nursing network, the opportunity to connect with valuable sponsors and exhibitors to learn about the latest products, and more.
The 2024 NNF theme will be ‘Regenerate, Reinvigorate, Reclaim – Sustainable solutions for our future’ and will be explored in our keynote plenary sessions and throughout the forum.
Want to partner with us?
Sponsorship and exhibition enquiries
Australian Conference & Event Organisers
e: acn@aceo.net.au
t: 0432 651 588
Registrations
All participants are required to register to attend. Please read the following information carefully before completing your registration. Fees are in Australian Dollars and inclusive of GST.
Early bird Paid on or before Sunday 30 June 2024 | Standard Paid on or after Monday 1 July 2024 |
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Members | ||
ACN Member full registration | $840.00 | $945.00 |
Member ONE day registration | $515.00 | $515.00 |
Member TWO day registration | $730.00 | $730.00 |
Retired Member & Fellow full registration | $560.00 | $560.00 |
Student/Scholarship | ||
Student (Undergraduate) full registration | $560.00 | $560.00 |
Non-members | ||
Non-member full registration | $1,060.00 | $1,155.00 |
Non-member ONE day registration | $620.00 | $620.00 |
Non-member TWO day registration | $830.00 | $830.00 |
Full registration includes:
- Entry to Forum plenary and concurrent sessions
- Access to the Exhibition
- Lunches, morning and afternoon teas
- Access to the ACN Club Lounge (Tuesday 13 August)
- One (1) ticket to the Networking Drinks Reception (Wednesday 14 August)
- One (1) ticket to the Gala Dinner (Thursday 15 August)
Day registration includes:
- Entry to Forum plenary and concurrent sessions (on designated day(s) only)
- Access to the Exhibition (on designated day(s) only)
- Lunch, morning and afternoon tea (on designated day(s) only)
- One (1) ticket to the Networking Drinks Reception (Wednesday 14 August) (Wednesday one day & Wednesday & Thursday two day registrants only)
ACN Member full registration | $560.00 | |
Retired Member & Fellow full registration | $560.00 | |
Student (Undergraduate) full registration | $560.00 | |
Non-member full registration | $580.00 |
Virtual registration includes:
- Access to the Forum Virtual Platform to view sessions available live and on-demand
- Access to exhibitor information
- Access to the Forum App
Additional information
Sponsors
With thanks to our valued partners and sponsors
The Australian College of Nursing’s National Nursing Forum is proudly supported by our Principal Partner HESTA
The Australian College of Nursing’s National Nursing Forum is proudly supported by the Queensland Government
Gala Dinner Sponsor
Registration Kiosk Sponsor
Name Badge and Networking Drinks Sponsor
Quality and Safety Stream Sponsor
Social Impact Stream Sponsor
Closing Reception Drinks Sponsor
Program
Speakers
Keynote Speakers
Professor Dame Anne Marie Rafferty DBE FACN(Hon)
Professor Sabina Knight AM FACN
Professor Brendan McCormack MACN
Frances Rice MACN
Associate Professor Bernadette Eather FACN
Rheannwynn Sneesby MACN
Adjunct Associate Professor Sonia Martin MACN
Nathan Saunders FACN
Ministerial Addresses
Brittany Louise Lauga MP
Master of Ceremonies
Venue – Cairns Convention Centre
The National Nursing Forum will be held at the Cairns Convention Centre.
To learn more about Cairns and the surrounding region, visit the Cairns and Discover Tropical North Queensland websites.
Address: Corner Wharf and Sheridan Street, Cairns 4870 Queensland Australia
Phone: (07) 4042 4200
Website: www.cairnsconvention.com.au
Location – Cairns
Cairns is one of Australia’s most accessible destination for international delegates. Cairns International Airport has direct flights to all major Australian cities, along with excellent international connectivity with direct flights to Singapore, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Tokyo, Osaka, and Auckland, providing onward access to the rest of the world.
The Cairns city centre is only a 10-minute drive from the international airport with a number of transport options available, including: taxis, ride-shares, car rentals, an Airport Connect public bus, and pre-booked shuttle bus services among others.
Once in the city, everything is within easy walking distance and ground transportation options are both easily accessible and cheap. Cairns has an extensive choice of world-class accommodation in the heart of the city, all within minutes walking distance to the conference venue. Cairns hosts over 8,000 hotel rooms including luxury, deluxe, budget and apartment style accommodation options, along with a large number of private rentals, including Airbnb listings.
Looking for things to do in Cairns?
Check out one of the below iconic Cairns destinations or visit this website to browse and book a range of tour options.
Cairns Esplanade
The Esplanade is a major focal point of the city, and invites you to stroll, fly a kite, relax on the grass under a shady tree, or share a barbeque or picnic with friends.
Image source: Cairns Regional Council
Cairns Botanic Gardens
The Cairns Botanic Gardens is a tropical paradise, renowned as one of the best exhibitions of tropical plants in Australia. Come and explore the beauty of tropical plants, relax in stunning surroundings and learn about tropical flora and horticulture.
Image source: Cairns Regional Council
Shopping
City shops and duty free stores are well stocked with souvenirs and luxury goods from top Australian and overseas designers. There are large shopping centres in the suburbs, and buyers and browsers will find much to choose from amidst the cities many arcades, plazas and malls.
Image source: Tourism Tropical North Queensland
Cairns art galleries
Cairns art galleries have permanent and special exhibitions and private galleries sell original works by resident artists.
Image source: Tourism Tropical North Queensland
Cafe, bars, restaurants and night market
Cairns is also well known for its evening entertainment. From browsing the Night Market to enjoying live music in one of Cairns’ best bars and breweries, Cairns has it all. Restaurants, bistros, cafes, coffee shops and food halls open from early morning to late evening. Menus range from genuine Australian bush tucker to the tastes of home for overseas visitors.
Image source: Tourism Tropical North Queensland
Cairns Aquarium
Go under water without getting wet at the Cairns Aquarium, get active outdoors, turn back the pages of history at the Cairns Museum or partake in any of the other activities Cairns is famous for.
Image source: Tourism Tropical North Queensland
Accommodation
aceo has arranged special rates at a number of hotels/apartments within walking distance to the Cairns Convention Centre – view accommodation options here
Faculty events
This year, the Australian College of Nursing is hosting two separate faculty events — come and connect with fellow nurses to network and share insights. Please note: These are separate ticketed events.
Contact us
The National Nursing Forum is organised with the assistance of Australian Conference and Event Organisers (aceo). For further information or assistance, please contact the Forum Office:
t: 0432 651 588
e: acn@aceo.net.au