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Date
10 July - 12 July, 2026
Location
Hamilton Island Conference Centre12 Resort Drive
Whitsundays, QLD
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In-personQueensland Branch Annual Conference 2026
Be in the room where it happens. The door is open — step through and be part of something exceptional
The Queensland Branch is delighted to invite you to the 2026 RANZCP Queensland Branch Annual CME Weekend Conference, set against the stunning backdrop of Hamilton Island — a tropical paradise and one of the world's most iconic destinations.
The countdown has begun! Join colleagues and peers for an unforgettable CME Weekend Conference, where professional development meets natural beauty and inspiration.
The inspirational program is headlined by Keynote speaker Professor Susanna Every-Palmer from Aotearoa New Zealand.
The Welcome reception will be held on the evening of Friday 10 July at the main pool overlooking Catseye Beach.
Join us for the opportunity to relax and enjoy time with colleagues at the Conference Dinner held on Saturday evening 11 July, 7 – 10pm. The dinner will be held in the Beach Pavilion overlooking Catseye Bay.
Event details
Date: Friday 10 July – Sunday 12 July 2026
Location: Hamilton Island Conference Centre, Whitsundays
Full registration
Prices include social events.
RANZCP Fellow or Affiliate – $830.00
RANZCP Trainee – $630.00
Non RANZCP Member – $890.00
Medical Graduate or PIF Member – $630.00
Social event registration (including guests)
Welcome Reception – Friday 10 July – $143.00
Conference Dinner – Saturday 11July – $275.00
Accommodation
The conference venue is the Conference Centre Auditorium which is located behind the Reef View Hotel in Resort Drive.
RANZCP discounted accommodation booking link
Booking link
Delegates can book any Hamilton Island property type with discounted rates, including the Reef View Hotel using the link above.
If you prefer to book via phone or email or have any questions, contact Jonas A. | Groups & Conference Coordinator via groups@hamiltonisland.com.au
Program
Keynote Speaker
Professor Susanna Every-Palmer
Psychiatrist
Professor Susanna Every-Palmer is a forensic psychiatrist and heads the Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Otago Wellington.
Her primary research interest is improving outcomes for people with serious mental illness, and she has published extensively in this area.
She is ranked in Expertscape’s top 0.2% of published academics globally in the field of mental health. Susanna has held numerous senior leadership roles in mental health both in Australasia and internationally.
These include positions as a forensic Clinical Director, and the Acting Director of Mental Health for New Zealand. Between 2021–2023, Susanna Chaired the NZ Committee of the RANZCP and was a Council of Medical Colleges Board Member. She is a Vice-President of the Pacific Rim College of Psychiatry.
Professor Susanna Every-Palmer is a forensic psychiatrist and heads the Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Otago Wellington.
Her primary research interest is improving outcomes for people with serious mental illness, and she has published extensively in this area.
She is ranked in Expertscape’s top 0.2% of published academics globally in the field of mental health. Susanna has held numerous senior leadership roles in mental health both in Australasia and internationally.
These include positions as a forensic Clinical Director, and the Acting Director of Mental Health for New Zealand. Between 2021–2023, Susanna Chaired the NZ Committee of the RANZCP and was a Council of Medical Colleges Board Member. She is a Vice-President of the Pacific Rim College of Psychiatry.
Cancellation and refund policy
All requests for cancellation must be made in writing and sent to the conference office. Cancellations received before 19 June 2026 will incur a $95.00 administration fee. No refunds will be issued after this date. Substitute delegates may be accepted.
All applications for substitution must be made in writing to the conference office.
Health and safety
The health and safety of attendees is our highest priority. The RANZCP requests that if you unwell or have cold or flu-like symptoms, or who may have been in contact with someone with COVID-19, do not attend.
Contact
RANZCP QLD Branch
Vicki Willis or Sarah Kereama
Tel: 07 3426 2200
Email: ranzcp.qld@ranzcp.org
