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Date
20 - 22 March 2026
Location
Peppers Silos Launceston,89-91 Lindsay St, Invermay TAS 7248
Organised by
Section of Social, Cultural and Rehabilitation PsychiatryDelivery
In-personThe Section of Social, Cultural and Rehabilitation Psychiatry invites you to attend their 2026 conference in the picturesque city of Launceston, Tasmania, from 20–22 March 2026.
This year’s theme, ‘Many minds, one mission: advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in mental health care’, embodies our collective commitment to fostering a mental health system that effectively addresses the diverse needs of all individuals and communities.
The conference program will address some of the key debates facing our section, with particular emphasis on the evolving role and identity of rehabilitation psychiatry, and an exploration of the key social determinants of mental health. We are also partnering with the World Association of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (Australian branch) to explore the challenges in accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for people with psychosocial disability.
In addition to the conference sessions, a thoughtfully designed social program will provide opportunities to cultivate professional connections amidst the scenic surroundings of northern Tasmania.
We look forward to welcoming you to Launceston in March 2026, where we will come together to reflect on these matters and more. We welcome your contribution to the discussion.
Conference program
Registration
Early bird pricing closes at 11.59 pm on Sunday 1 February 2026.
| Early bird fee(before or on 1 February 2026) | Standard fee(after 1 February 2026) |
| RANZCP Fellow/Affiliate | $755 | $855 |
| Non-RANZCP Fellow- Psychiatrists and other medical practitioners | $825 | $925 |
| RANZCP CPD Participant | $795 | $895 |
| RANZCP Trainee/nurse/allied health/ University student | $425 | $475 |
| Retired Fellow | $550 | $650 |
| Day rate - Sunday Only | $275 | $275 |
Conference add ons | |
| Welcome reception - guest ticket | $90 |
| Dinner ticket (not included in registration fee) | $175 |
Conference registration includes:
- Attendance at the welcome reception on Friday 20 March
- Access to all conference sessions on Friday 20 - Sunday 22 March
- Refreshments and lunch on all conference days
- Conference name badge and access to the conference app.
Register below to secure your ticket.
Call for abstracts
Poster abstracts are now invited. If you wish to submit an abstract for consideration by the Organising Committee, you must also intend to register for the conference. Online submission is the only accepted method of abstract submission
The deadline for submissions is Friday 30 January 2026.
Abstract submission key dates
Abstract submission closes Friday 30 January 2026
Author acceptance of offer deadline Friday 20 February 2026
How to submit your abstract:
Poster abstract submission is a two-step process:
Step 1
Download the relevant abstract template [MS Word; 29.5 KB], save it to your desktop and complete it.
Step 2
Create an account via the abstract submission portal and upload your poster abstract
Please note:
- All abstracts must be prepared according to the guidelines provided. Incomplete or incorrect submissions will be returned to the author and must be re-submitted immediately in the correct format to be considered for inclusion in the program.
- Abstract submission will close at 23:59 AEST on Friday 30 January 2026
Abstract speaker registration
The invitation to submit an abstract does not constitute an offer to pay travel, accommodation or registration costs associated with the conference. Similarly, no presenter fee is paid to successful participants.
All presenters must register for the conference in order for the presentation to be included in the program.
Further enquiries
For any enquiries regarding abstract submission please contact events@ranzcp.org
Keynote Speaker
Terms & conditions
Cancellation policy
Delegate cancellation - Change of mind
All requests for cancellation must be made in writing and sent to events@ranzcp.org. Cancellations received before 20 February 2026 will incur a $75.00 administration fee. No refunds will be issued after this date. However, an alternative delegate name may be submitted. All cancellations and substitutions must be made in writing to events@ranzcp.org.
Delegate cancellation - Medical
The health and safety of conference attendees is our highest priority. The RANZCP is mindful of the health risks posed by COVID-19, and the importance of following official medical advice with respect to social distancing, practicing good hygiene and staying at home when unwell. The RANZCP requests that any delegate who is feeling unwell or has cold or flu-like symptoms, or who may have been in contact with someone with COVID-19, not attend the conference.
If, on medical grounds, you are unable to attend the conference, you must cancel your attendance in writing by email to events@ranzcp.org. A full refund will be provided; however, you may be asked to provide additional details.
Conference cancellation
If we are required to make any changes or cancellations to our conference due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to Acts of God, terrorism, war, strikes or industrial action, fire, explosion, inevitable accident, breakdown of property, changes in law, or pandemics or global health crises, delegates will be notified by email and will be provided a full refund of their registration fee.
Health and safety
All participants at the conference will be required to comply with the Health and Safety Guidelines and protocols in place with the venue/s and the conference which will be aligned and compliant with all relevant Commonwealth and state government health advice at that time. By registering for this event, the RANZCP reserves the right to provide your contact details to authorities for the purposes of contact tracing and any other relevant government requirements. Details of any relevant protocols and requirements will be communicated to delegates who will be bound by these requirements.
Insurance
Conference participants are strongly advised to secure appropriate travel and health insurance. The RANZCP and the conference Organising Committee accept no responsibility for any loss in this regard.
Privacy policy
The RANZCP will only collect personal information from individuals when it is reasonably necessary for the activities of the RANZCP, and all such collection will be subject to the RANZCP Privacy Policy and any other notifications.
