2026 Western Alliance Symposium
About
The annual Western Alliance Symposium is an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, forge new collaborations and showcase some of the fantastic research from across western Victoria and beyond.This year’s Symposium is on beautiful Gadubanud Country at The Mantra Hotel Lorne, Mountjoy Parade, Lorne on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 November 2026.
Please note, tickets to the Symposium and the networking event are limited, so don't hesitate to book your spot!
Monday 16 November highlights:
• Deakin Rural Health workshop: Thinking Big - Transforming Research into Real-World Impact
• Spotlight on large regional research projects supported by Western Alliance
• DELIVER Program update
• STaRR Emerging Researcher Showcase
• Networking event at The Rooftop at Lorne Hotel, with cocktail style dinner
Tuesday 17 November highlights:
• Nationally renowned Keynote speakers
• Health Voices Victoria presentation
• Concurrent Sessions showcasing projects influencing health policy, practice and outcomes across rural and regional Victoria
• Announcement of Western Alliance Rapid Research Translation Grant recipients
Please keep an eye on our Symposium webpage (westernalliance.org.au/news-events/symposium) or subscribe to the Western Alliance newsletter for keynote speakers, program news and updates about the event.
Registrations close Monday 26 October.
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ACCOMMODATION
Attendees will need to book and pay for their own accommodation, unless otherwise advised by Western Alliance.
On-site accommodation is available at The Mantra Hotel Lorne. Conference rates of $219 (including breakfast) for a 'resort room' apply (subject to availability). To book accommodation and receive the conference rate at The Mantra Hotel Lorne please email your reservation request to lorne.groups@mantra.com.au and note you are attending The Western Alliance Symposium in your email.
Note: The conference rate is not available for online bookings.
There are also various other accommodation options located in Lorne.
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BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ
Please ensure you select the correct ticket for "member" or "non-member". "Member" relates to our member organisations: Barwon Health, Colac Area Health, Deakin University, East Grampians Health Service, Federation University, Grampians Health, Maryborough District Health Service, Portland District Health Service, South West Healthcare, Western Alliance, Western District Health Service, Western Victoria Primary Health Network and associated health consumers and carers.
If you are not employed by a member service listed above, please select a non-member ticket.
Registration for the Symposium and attendance at the networking event is free of charge for people working in Western Alliance member organisations and consumers. There is a registration fee of $95 per day for people working in non-member organisations to present at or attend the Symposium, which includes attendance and catering, and a $55 fee to attend the networking event, which includes a cocktail style dinner. Non-members who register for both days will receive a $10 discount.
Everyone who wishes to attend one or both days of the Symposium must complete and submit the online registration form. Submission of an abstract does not mean you are automatically registered. You are still expected to complete the online registration form if you wish to attend.
Registrations are transferable – if you are unable to attend please advise info@westernalliance.org.au as soon as possible. If you have a colleague who would like to attend in your place, please ask them to contact info@westernalliance.org.au directly.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY (non-member registrations)*
A full refund will be offered for cancellations at least 30 days prior to the Symposium. If cancelling within 30 days of the event, no refund can be offered.
CANCELLATION POLICY (member registrations)*
If you need to cancel your attendance, please contact us as early as possible so that we can offer your place to someone else. Reimbursement of $95 (per person per day) to Western Alliance may be applicable for 'no-shows' and cancellations less than 48 hours prior to the event.
For queries, cancellations and refunds, contact:
Cassandra Hamilton
Administrative Officer, Western Alliance
info@westernalliance.org.au
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The Mantra Hotel, Lorne
Mountjoy Parade, Lorne Vic 3232
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