Early Bird Extended! One More Week to Secure Your Spot at the IHEA National Conference 2026

IHEA Membership
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Good news for anyone planning to join us on the Gold Coast next March — the Early Bird price has been extended for one more week! If you haven’t registered yet, now’s your chance to lock in the best rate for the IHEA National Conference 2026, held 4–6 March at the Sea World Resort Conference Centre.

Whether you’re looking to attend the full program, join us for a single day, or purchase additional social event tickets, we’ve outlined all your options below.

Registration Options

Full Conference Registration

From $770.00

Full registration gives you access to the complete conference experience, including:

All conference sessions, exhibition access and daytime catering on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 March
A conference satchel
Optional Hawaiian shirt for the themed Conference Dinner (opt-in required)
1× Technical Tour (Wednesday 4 March)
1× Welcome Reception ticket (Wednesday 4 March)
1× Conference Dinner ticket (Thursday 5 March)
Optional Pre-Conference Delegate Drinks (Tuesday 3 March)

Non-member rates include a complimentary one-year IHEA individual membership for FY 26/27.

Pricing:

Member – Early Bird (Before 12 Feb 2026): $770.00
Member – Standard (From 12 Feb 2026): $990.00
Non-Member – Early Bird: $990.00
Non-Member – Standard: $1,200.00
Retired Member: $485.00

Day Only Registration

From $550.00

Perfect for those who can’t attend the full program. Includes:

Conference sessions, exhibition access and daytime catering on your selected day
A conference satchel
Optional Hawaiian shirt for the themed Conference Dinner

Day delegates may also purchase tickets to the welcome reception and conference dinner.

Please note: Day registrations do not include the technical tours or pre-conference drinks.

Available dates:

Thursday 5 March
Friday 6 March

Pricing:

Member: $550.00
Non-Member: $650.00

Additional Social Function Tickets

Available for day attendees or accompanying partners.

Welcome Reception (Wed 4 March): $88.00
Conference Dinner (Thu 5 March): $175.00
Women in IHEA Breakfast (Fri 6 March): $55.00

Bring Your Family!

If you’re planning to turn the conference into a mini-holiday, there’s plenty to do — and great discounts available.

Discounted Theme Park Tickets

For delegates staying at Sea World Resort through the conference organisers:

$35 per person (3+ years) — unlimited Sea World access
$75 per person — unlimited access to Sea World, Movie World & Wet’n’Wild

Tickets can be purchased at hotel check-in.

Accommodation Options

Accommodation at Sea World Resort is now sold out, but there are several excellent hotels just a short drive away:

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast

A luxury stay with marina views, modern rooms and on-site dining.

Distance: 1.2 km (3 min drive)

Mantra Sun City, Surfers Paradise

Apartment-style rooms with resort facilities — great for longer stays.

Distance: 5 km (8–10 min drive)

Don’t miss your chance to join industry colleagues, expand your knowledge, and enjoy an unforgettable experience at one of Australia’s most iconic destinations.

With Early Bird extended for just one more week, now is the perfect time to register!