4–6 MARCH 2026
BRISBANE CONVENTION
& EXHIBITION CENTRE
Be part of the 2026
BreastScreen Australia Conference
4–6 MARCH, BRISBANE
Join over 500 professionals from across Australia and overseas for a powerful three-day event focused on advancing breast screening services and outcomes. Under the theme Equity in Action, the conference explores how innovation, inspiration, and practical implementation can make equitable care a reality.
Connect with leaders in healthcare, share transformative ideas, and showcase your organisation among a highly engaged audience – from radiologists and epidemiologists to program managers and advocates.
Whether you’re here to network, exhibit, or learn, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of breast screening in Australia.
Conference at a glance
The three-day program features plenary sessions, concurrent sessions, poster presentations, networking opportunities, and a vibrant exhibition.
Highlights include:
| WEDNESDAY 4 MARCH | |
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| Registration and Exhibition Open | 7:30am – 9:00am |
| Opening Ceremony | 9:00am – 11:00am |
| Plenary, Concurrent Sessions and Abstract Presentations – Program being finalised | 11:00am – 5:00pm |
| Welcome Reception & Exhibition Showcase | 5:00pm |
| THURSDAY 5 MARCH | |
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| Plenary, Concurrent Sessions and Abstract Presentations – Program being finalised | 9:00am – 7:00pm |
| Conference Dinner | 7:00pm |
| FRIDAY 6 MARCH | |
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| Plenary, Concurrent Sessions and Abstract Presentations – Program being finalised | 9:00am – 2:30pm |
| Closing Panel | 2:30pm |
Join us for engaging discussions, idea-sharing, and meaningful connections across Australiaʼs breast screening and public health communities.
Registration fees
Super Earlybird Pricing – Valid until 28/11/25
| Medical Practitioner $999.00 Prices increase to $1200.00 from 29/11/25 | Health Professional $749.00 Prices increase to $890.00 from 29/11/25 | Other Professional $749.00 Prices increase to $890.00 from 29/11/25 | Not for Profit Agencies, Full time Student or Consumer $550.00 Prices increase to $660.00 from 29/11/25 |
Keynote speakers
Mark McCrindle
Mark McCrindle is a social researcher, best-selling author, influential thought leader and TED speaker. He is recognised globally as coining the name for the emerging generation, Generation Alpha. Mark’s advisory, communications and research company, McCrindle, count among its clients more than 100 of the nation’s largest companies and leading international brands.
Mark’s highly valued social commentary is presented through his engaging keynotes, research, reports, infographics, videos and media input. He is a trusted advisor and sits on the board of a number of different organisations, after having developed his regard as an expert demographer, futurist and social commentator.
Mark McCrindle, BSc (Psychology), MA, is the author of five books on emerging trends and social change.
Generation Alpha, Work Wellbeing: Leading Thriving Teams in Rapidly Changing Times, The ABC of XYZ: Understanding the Global Generations, Word Up: A Lexicon and Guide to Communication in the 21st Century and The Power of Good.
Anna Bligh AC
In 2007 Anna Bligh became a household name when she became the first female Premier of Queensland, but her legacy as a State leader will be the exceptional leadership she provided to the State, and the Nation, in the face of the tragedy of the flood and storm disasters of 2011. Anna Bligh, the Premier of QLD, certainly made a difference. Her presence and compassion for the suffering of fellow Queenslanders was a reassuring sign that help was on its way. The reconstruction of the homes, businesses and infrastructure was the Premier’s priority and Anna led the restoration charge, never shirking accountability.
For her work in the Education sector Anna has been granted an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Queensland. For her leadership in crisis, Anna has been awarded Australia’s National Emergency Medal.
Since 2017, Anna has led the Australian Banking Association through a period of critical reform, delivering on the recommendations of the Royal Commission while working to strengthen bank culture and maintain trust in the banking sector. Anna concluded her role with the Banking Association in August 2025.
Anna was awarded the Companion of the Order of Australia in the 2017 Australia Honors list. She is a leader who has led in the toughest of times. She is a gifted speaker, a passionate supporter of the Arts and a role model for women. Anna is also the author of the widely acclaimed book “Through the Wall”.
Important dates
| Registrations open | July 2025 |
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| Super early bird registrations close | Friday 28 November 2025 |
| Early bird registrations close | Sunday 18 January 2026 |
| Standard registrations | From Monday 19 January 2026 |