APS 2025 Registration Form

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For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Delegate Information
Contact Details
Primary Address

If you require a specific address to be included on your invoice/receipt, please ensure you add it here.

Professional Information
Membership Status

If you are an APS Member, please enter your membership number

Tip: Check your recent APS newsletter email, your membership ID is included in the greeting line

If you are an NZPS Member, please enter your membership identifier

Tip: Check your Membership Confirmation email, your membership ID is included in the greeting line

If you would like more information about becoming a member, please click below: 

Professional Discipline

Please select your primary professional discipline from the list below, or select 'Other' and enter your primary discipline in the text box provided.

Please indicate if you are an early to mid-career researcher
Exhibiting Companies & Advertising Regulations

To help our exhibitors comply with advertising regulations, kindly identify if you belong to one of the following groups. (Note, you may be asked to provide supporting documentation.)

  • I am registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (i.e. I have an AHPRA number). Please note, this does not include healthcare students who have not yet registered with AHPRA.
  • I am a herbalist, homoeopathic practitioner, naturopath, nutritionist or practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine
  • I am engaged in the business of wholesaling therapeutic goods
  • I am a purchasing officer in hospitals
  • I purchase therapeutic goods on behalf of a registered charity, government or government authority (including a foreign government or foreign government authority);
  • I am a purchasing officer or practice manager, for health practitioners (excluding retail pharmacists), dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental prosthetists and oral health therapists

The colour scheme of your name badge, based off your response, will indicate to exhibiting companies the parameters of their engagement with you.

Additional Information
Dietary Requirements

The venue caterers are pleased to meet dietary requirements for delegates with medical or religious needs. If you have an allergy to certain foods please select "Other" from the options below and note your allergy in the "Other" text box.

Delegates with preferential dietary requirements are encouraged to self-select.

Other Requirements

If you have any other requirements please enter the details in the field below (eg: wheelchair access required, vision impaired etc)

Pronouns

If you would like your pronouns included on your name badge, please list them below. If we do not have your preferred pronouns, please choose "Self Describe" which will give you an open text box to enter your preference.

How did you hear about the conference?
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Delegate List Consent

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Registration

For further information on registration fees, please visit the Conference Website.

Full Registration
AUD 945.00
AUD 1,045.00
AUD 1,095.00
AUD 1,495.00
AUD 1,625.00
AUD 1,675.00
AUD 300.00
AUD 350.00
AUD 400.00
Day Registration
AUD 525.00
AUD 575.00
AUD 600.00
AUD 800.00
AUD 850.00
AUD 875.00
AUD 525.00
AUD 575.00
AUD 600.00
AUD 800.00
AUD 850.00
AUD 875.00
AUD 525.00
AUD 575.00
AUD 600.00
AUD 800.00
AUD 861.00
AUD 885.00
Speaker Registration
AUD 420.00
AUD 470.00
AUD 495.00
AUD 0.00
AUD 0.00
AUD 0.00
AUD 0.00
Sponsor & Exhibitor Registrations
AUD 575.00
AUD 675.00
AUD 725.00

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Pre-Conference Workshops

Pre-Conference Workshops will be held on Sunday 13 April 2025.

To allow delegates to attend multiple workshops, the majority of pre-conference workshops are half-day workshops.
If you choose to attend the Acute Pain FULL DAY pre-conference workshop, please choose to attend TWO half day workshops under the options below.

IMPORTANT: You will then make your specific workshop/s selection on the next page.

For further information please visit the Pre-Conference workshops page of the Conference Website.

MORNING Half Day Pre-Conference Workshops: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Acute Pain AM 
Fundamentals of Pain 
Pain in Childhood
Psychology in Pain Management

AFTERNOON Half Day Pre-Conference Workshops: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Acute Pain PM
Basic Pain Research
Pharmacology in Pain Management 
Physiotherapy in Pain Management

I wish to attend ONE half day Pre-Conference Workshop
AUD 210.00
AUD 295.00
I wish to attend TWO half day Pre-Conference Workshops
AUD 260.00
AUD 400.00

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Pre-Conference Workshops

Pre-Conference Workshops will be held on Sunday 13 April 2025.

To allow delegates to attend multiple workshops, the majority of pre-conference workshops are half-day workshops.
If you choose to attend the Acute Pain FULL DAY pre-conference workshop, please choose to attend TWO half day workshops under the options below.

IMPORTANT: You will then make your specific workshop/s selection on the next page.

For further information please visit the Pre-Conference workshops page of the Conference Website.

MORNING Half Day Pre-Conference Workshops: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Acute Pain AM 
Fundamentals of Pain 
Pain in Childhood
Psychology in Pain Management

AFTERNOON Half Day Pre-Conference Workshops: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Acute Pain PM
Basic Pain Research
Pharmacology in Pain Management 
Physiotherapy in Pain Management

I wish to attend ONE half day Pre-Conference Workshop
AUD 160.00
AUD 295.00
I wish to attend TWO half day Pre-Conference Workshops
AUD 210.00
AUD 400.00
I do not wish to attend a Pre-Conference Workshop

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Pre-Conference Workshops

Please select the ONE half day Pre-Conference Workshop you wish to attend.

Sunday, April 13, 2025 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
AM Pre-Conference Workshops

8:30am - 12:30pm

PM Pre-Conference Workshops

1:30pm - 5:00pm

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Pre-Conference Workshops

Please select the TWO half day Pre-Conference Workshops you wish to attend.

Sunday, April 13, 2025 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
AM Pre-Conference Workshops

8:30am - 12:30pm

PM Pre-Conference Workshops

1:30pm - 5:00pm

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Other Sessions

APS Discipline Sub Group Meeting

These meetings will be conducted at no charge to members, this is your opportunity to share information and promote discussion within your pain discipline. 

Date: Sunday 13 April 2025

Time: 5:05pm - 6:00pm

Meet the Minds: Q&A and Networking Session

Meet the Minds: Q&A and Networking Session

Join us at this exclusive Q&A and networking event designed for those looking to deep dive into the latest in pain research and clinical practice. This is your chance to pick the brains of leaders in the field, engage in meaningful discussions, gain valuable insights, and establish new collaborations.

Whether you're a student, early-career researcher, clinician, or just eager to learn, come along and connect with top minds and fellow attendees.

Date: Monday 14 April 2025

Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Cost: $15 per person, includes a drink on arrival

Meet the Minds: Q&A and Networking Session
Time: 1730 - 1830
AUD 15.00
Topical Concurrent Sessions

Please note - Sessions can be selected and/or changed up until the day of the meeting. You are not required to contact the Conference Secretariat if you wish to change your concurrent session preferences.

You can only select one session from each time allocation.

 

Topical Session 1

Date: Monday 14 April 2025

Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm

 

Topical Session 2

Date: Monday 14 April 2025

Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm

 

Topical Session 3

Date: Tuesday 15 April 2025

Time: 10:45pm - 12:15pm

 

Topical Session 4

Date: Wednesday 16 April 2025

Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Social Program

For further information on the Social Program, please visit the Conference Website.

Sunday 13 April 2025
Welcome Reception

Join us for a first look at the exhibition hall and a chance to catch up with colleagues and delegates you haven't seen since Darwin!


Venue: Exhibition Hall, Pullman Melbourne Albert Park
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dress: Smart Casual
Cost: Included in registration fee for full delegates and sponsors/exhibitors.
Additional tickets: $60 per person

AUD 0.00
AUD 60.00
AUD 60.00
Basic Pain Research & Pain in Childhood SIG Dinner

Enjoy a meal and drinks with friends and colleagues interested in Basic Pain Research and Pain in Childhood. Delegates don’t have to be a member of the SIGs to join, everyone is welcome.

Venue: The Windsor Alehouse, 42 Punt Road
Time: From 7:30pm, after the Welcome Reception
Dress: Smart Casual
Cost: $90 per person, guests welcome

AUD 90.00
AUD 90.00
Tuesday 15 April 2025
Gala Dinner

Indulge in 3 courses of delicious food and wines. With plenty of time for dancing (of course!), the Gala Dinner is always considered a highlight of the conference, don't miss out!

Venue: Carousel, Albert Park Lake
Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Dress: Smart/Cocktail
Cost: $150 per person (includes transport), guests welcome

AUD 150.00
AUD 150.00

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Plant - A - Tree

The Australian Pain Society will be working with Carbon Neutral to plant a tree for every APS 2025 registered delegate.

The Plant-A-Tree Program aims to restore landscapes and reproduce natural ecosystems by only planting trees and shrubs that are native to the region.

If you would like to contribute to this program, you can purchase additional trees at $3.30 each. This will be added to the tree that will be purchased on your behalf by the APS. 

Please choose the number of trees you would like to have planted below. Since APS 2021, over 4000 trees were planted, thanks to generous donations by delegates.

AUD 3.30

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Accommodation

Rooms have been secured at a selection of recommended hotels near the conference venue, with discounted rates exclusively for conference delegates. To view these rates, please visit the Conference Website. 

 A credit card number is required to secure your booking. Please read the individual hotel terms and conditions carefully with respect to payment. If you are sharing a room with another delegate, please state their name below.

Accommodation

Pullman Melbourne Albert Park

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Overlooking picturesque Albert Park Lake, stylish and comfortable rooms featuring contemporary design with Pullman featherbed, spacious workspace, 40" LCD TV, multimedia connectivity panel, complimentary WiFi (5mbps) and walk-in rain shower. Enjoy access to indoor pool & gym.

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Any no-shows or cancellations made within 30 days of arrival will incur the full accommodation amount.

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    Pullman Guest Room Pullman Guest Room more
    AUD
    FULL
    Room Description
    Stylish and comfortable 30sq.m room features contemporary design with Pullman featherbed, spacious workspace, 40" LCD TV, multimedia connectivity panel, complimentary WiFi (5mbps) and walk-in rain shower. Enjoy access to indoor pool & gym.
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    Pullman Superior Room Pullman Superior Room
    AUD
    FULL
    Room Description
    30 sq.m. contemporary room plush king bed or two single beds, 40'' LCD TV, multimedia connectivity panel, free WIFI (5mbps), stylish walk-in rain shower and contemporary furnishings. This room includes free access to indoor pool and gym.

Mercure Melbourne Albert Park

1st completed star out of 42nd completed star out of 43rd completed star out of 44th completed star out of 4

Overlooking picturesque Albert Park Lake, rooms are modern and comfortable featuring 1 king size bed or 2 single beds, LCD flat screen TV, laptop size safe, tea & coffee making facilities, free WiFi (5.00 mbps). Enjoy access to indoor pool & gym.

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Any no-shows or cancellations made within 30 days of arrival will incur the full accommodation amount.

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    Mercure Studio Mercure Studio more
    AUD
    FULL
    Room Description
    Modern and comfortable 30sq.m room features 1 king size bed or 2 single beds, LCD flat screen TV, laptop size safe, tea & coffee making facilities, free WiFi (5.00 mbps). Enjoy access to indoor pool & gym.
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    Mercure Premium Family Rooms Mercure Premium Family Rooms
    AUD
    FULL
    Room Description
    Perfect for family, the spacious 52sq.m premium room features 1 Queen Bed & 2 Single Beds or 2 Queen beds, LCD flat screen TV, laptop size safes, tea & coffee making facilities, free WiFi (5.00 mbps). Enjoy access to indoor pool & gym.

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Summary
Terms & Conditions

Registration Cancellation Policy
If notification of cancellation is made in writing to the Conference Secretariat prior to Tuesday 18 February 2025, a full refund will be given (less a AU$175 processing fee). After this date no refund will be given, however a substitute delegate may be accepted. Refunds for social functions will be given at the discretion of the Conference Secretariat.

Late Payment Policy
Early Bird Registration Fees
Early bird registration fees are applicable for delegates who have registered before 18 February 2025. Please note, any early bird registrations not paid for by 11 March 2025 will automatically be amended and invoiced to the standard registration fee. 

Standard Registration Fees
Standard registration fees are applicable for delegates who have registered after 18 February 2025. Please note, any standard registrations not paid for by 8 April 2025 will automatically be amended and invoiced to the late registration fee, this includes any delegates who originally registered at the early bird rate. 

Liability / Insurance
Registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. Neither the Australian Pain Society nor DC Conference & Association Management will accept liability for, but not limited to:

  • Damages of any nature (including financial) sustained by participants, or loss or damage to their personal property in the event of industrial disruptions or natural disasters, loss;

  • Loss of fees/deposit through cancellation of your participation in the Conference or through cancellation of the Conference;

  • Loss of international/domestic air fares or accommodation through cancellation for any reason;

  • Medical Expenses.

Insurance is the responsibility of the individual delegate and should be purchased in your country of origin. Delegates are strongly recommended to take out a suitable travel insurance policy including coverage for non-refundable registration fees when you register for the meeting and book your travel.

Force Majeure
The Conference Secretariat shall not be held responsible for any delay or failure in performance of its obligations hereunder to the extent such delay or failure is caused by fire, flood, strike, civil, governmental or military authority, acts of God, acts of terrorism, acts of war, epidemics, the unavailability of the venue or other similar causes beyond its reasonable control and without fault or negligence. For one or more of such reasons, the Conference Secretariat and any co-organisers of the meeting may postpone, reschedule or cancel the event without liability on the part of Conference Secretariat and any co-organisers of the meeting. In the event the meeting cannot be held or is postponed pursuant to this section, the Conference Secretariat and any co-organisers of the meeting shall not be liable to attendee for any direct, consequential or incidental damages, costs, or losses incurred, such as transportation costs, accommodations costs, or financial losses.

Photography
There will be photographs taken throughout the conference and at the social events. These may be used for promotional activities, including the APS website and on social media. If you do not want your photograph taken, or used, please notify the photographer onsite at your earliest convenience.

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Payment

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

Thank You
APS 2025 Conference Website

For further information please contact
APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management
Suite 103, Level 1, 3-5 West Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia
PO Box 637, North Sydney 2059
P: 612 9954 4400 | E: apsasm@dccam.com.au

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