Invitation to attend

We are pleased to extend an invitation to attend the 2026 CPA Australia and Pacific Regional Conference.

Set in the historic and welcoming city of Hobart, the Conference will provide a collegial environment for thoughtful dialogue and shared learning among parliamentary counterparts.

The Conference will be held over three days, from Tuesday 10 November to Thursday 12 November 2026, at the RACV Hobart Hotel.

Under the theme, Parliaments of the Future: Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, the program will explore the evolving responsibilities and opportunities facing legislatures across Australia and the Pacific, including the role of statutory bodies and parliamentary frameworks in supporting integrity, the impact of innovation and emerging technologies on parliamentary work, and reforms to improve accessibility and strengthen electoral inclusivity and representation across diverse communities.

We look forward to welcoming you to Tasmania for what promises to be a valuable and engaging gathering of parliamentary leaders and practitioners from across the region.

For any enquiries, please contact the conference organisers’ at mail@conferencedesign.com.au.

Warm regards,

Hon. Craig Farrell MLC
President of the Legislative Council 		Hon. Jacquie Petrusma MP
Speaker of the House of Assembly 		Hon. Ruth Forrest MLC
CPA Tasmania Branch President

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Program Overview
Post Conference Tours
Registration
Accomodation
Presenter Information

Key Dates

  • Registration and Presentation Submissions Open
    29 May
  • Registration and Presentation Submissions Close
    31 July
  • Program Launch
    10 September
  • Conference Opens
    9 November
  • Tour Day
    11 November

Conference Venue

RACV Hobart Hotel
154-156 Collins St
Hobart TAS 7000

RACV Hobart Hotel

Program Overview

Monday 9 November Tuesday 10 November Wednesday 11 November Thursday 12 November
Morning Conference Opening Presentations Post Conference Tours
Rememberance Day Service
Morning Tea Morning Tea
Presentations Presentations
Afternoon Lunch Lunch
Presentations Presentations
Afternoon Tea Afternoon Tea
Presentations Presentations
Evening Welcome Reception Conference Dinner Closing Ceremony

Post-Conference Tours

Friday 12 November

Explore some of Hobart’s highlights through our optional post-conference tours. With two half-day experiences to choose from, these tours offer the perfect opportunity to experience the region’s natural beauty, local culture and unique attractions following the conclusion of the Conference.

Tour One

  • Cascade Female Factory for their ‘Defeated and Defiant’ private tour
  • Lunch at the Cascade Brewery
  • Kunanyi / Mount Wellington and its spectacular panoramic views
CASCADE

Tour Two

  • Travel on the MONA Ferry up the Derwent River
  • Entrance into the MONA Museum
  • Return to Salamanca on the MONA Ferry for lunch
MONA ROMA

Registration

Payments, Currency and GST

Payments can be made securely with a credit card or by EFT within 7 days of registering. All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD$) and include GST, unless otherwise stated.

Confirmation and Tax Invoice

You will be sent a confirmation email with a PDF Tax Invoice when you complete a booking. Please check your email is entered correctly on the booking form and check your junk mail folder.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and conditions apply to all registrations. CLICK HERE to view the terms and conditions.

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Full Registration STANDARD
Conference Registration – Delegate $500
Conference Registration – Observer $650
Post Conference Touring STANDARD
Tour One  $160
Tour Two $160

Full Conference Registration entitles all delegates to the following:

  • Attendance to all conference sessions
  • Daily Catering: Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea
  • Attendance at the Welcome Reception and Conference Dinner.

Accommodation

Bookings at the following hotels can be made via the links below. Please note rooms are subject to availability; we encourage you to confirm your accommodation booking early.

RACV

RACV Hobart Hotel (Conference Venue)
Level 1/154-156 Collins St, Hobart TAS 7000

Quote CPA Tasmania when booking to receive a 15% discount on best available rates.

Call +61 3 6270 8600 to book

Ibis Styles

Ibis Styles Hobart
173 Macquarie St, Hobart TAS 7000

Book before 9 October to receive the following conference rates.

Click here to book

Rooms:

  • Standard Queen Room
  • Standard Twin Room

Rates:

  • $199 per room per night – room only
  • $224 per room per night – breakfast for one included
  • $249 per room per night – breakfast for two included

Cancellation:   

For no shows on arrival or cancellation within 30 days of the conference dates, a 100% cancellation fee will apply.

Crown Plaza

Crown Plaza Hobart 
110 Liverpool St, Hobart TAS 7000

Click here to book

Rooms:

  • ROH Guestrooms

Rates:

  • $450 per room per night

Cancellation:   

For no shows on arrival or cancellation within 45 days of the conference dates, a 100% cancellation fee will apply.

Presenter Information

Thank you for your interest in presenting a paper at the 2026 CPA Conference. We welcome abstract submissions aligned with the conference theme, Parliaments of the Future: Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion. To support your submission, a list of suggested topics is provided below. Branches are also invited to advise the Conference Secretariat of any additional topics they would like considered under the theme for inclusion in the program.

Abstract submissions are to be submitted during the registration process and must be made using the official abstract template provided. Submissions are due by Friday 31 July.

Conference Theme: Parliaments of the Future: Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion

Integrity, innovation and inclusion are fundamental components of a healthy democracy.  This theme has been selected to give participants an opportunity to explore and reflect on public trust in democratic institutions, advancements in technology, and the importance of accessibility and diversity

Integrity

  • The role of statutory bodies and the relationship between them and parliamentarians in maintaining integrity
  • The role of parliamentarians in modelling integrity to their constituents
  • The responsibility of being accountable and transparent in decision-making
  • Codes of Conduct for Members and independent complaints mechanisms

Innovation

  • The rise in new technologies that improve efficiencies in parliamentary procedure
  • The risk of misinformation and digital threats that spread through social media
  • How to be safe in a global digital society

Inclusion

  • Reform to improve the accessibility of parliamentary democracies for people with disability
  • The importance of electoral inclusivity and diversity
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