Important dates
- 8 August 2026 Abstract submission OPENS
- 8 October 2026 Abstract submission CLOSES
- 8 October 2026 Registration opens
- 30 October 2026 Notifications
- 8 December 2026 Early bird ends
- 8–10 February 2027 Conference
TURNING OPTIMISATION INTO IMPACT
Early bird registrations will open at 5pm AEST on 8th October 2027.
Students – AU$443 INC GST
Others – AU$561 INC GST
Others – Refer to emails from OPTIMA
Others – AU$65 INC GST
Prices will increase after the early bird period has ended on 8th December unless sold out prior.
We will again offer 15 heavily discounted industry tickets for speakers, limited to one per company. These will be allocated on a competitive basis through the abstract submission process. For organisations seeking a guaranteed speaking opportunity, we will also have sponsored speaking spots available, along with a range of other sponsored activities outlined in the sponsorship prospectus.
Disclaimer: Please do not book travel until you have secured your conference registration. OPTIMA will not reimburse any travel, accommodation, or other costs if the conference is cancelled or postponed.