Networking Events

The local organising committee are working on an ACT-ion packed networking and events program for the conference. 

Welcome Reception
Day and Date: Tuesday 6 February 2024
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm 
Location: Cultural Centre Kambri at the Australian National University

Early career professionals networking event
Day and Date: Tuesday 6 February 2024
Time: 7:30pm onwards 
Location: Badger & Co at the Australian National University

On the evening of 6 February 2024, following the welcome reception, we will host a networking event for early career professionals. This event will be an opportunity for early career professionals (self-defined) to engage with other like-minded individuals in a casual setting.

Conference Dinner
Day and Date: Wednesday 7 February 2024
Time: 6:30pm to 10:30pm 
Location: National Arboretum, Canberra

A fun filled night celebrating the annual AARES awards recipients at a stunning location.  

The National Arboretum Canberra is a 250ha arboretum established after the area was burned during the 2003 Canberra Bushfires. It was officially opened in 2013 and is home to over 44,000 trees from around the world and Australia.

The dinner will be held in the National Arboretum’s award-winning Village Centre with world-class architecture and breathtaking views. The dinner menu will showcase local (within a 100km radius) produce from Canberra. Buses will be provided for delegates to get to and from the National Arboretum, Canberra.

Networking Event
Day and Date: Thursday 8 February 2024
Time: 6:00pm onwards
Location: TBC

Note: More information will be shared on this page in the coming months as event planning is finalised.