Brisbane & QUT

We’re excited to host this year’s 6th Asian-Pacific Congress in Nursing Education in vibrant Brisbane, Australia’s bustling river city known for its welcoming atmosphere and dynamic culture.

The conference will take place at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), located at the beautiful Gardens Point campus beside the City Botanic Gardens. QUT offers a modern, centrally located venue with a strong reputation for innovation and excellence in health and nursing education.

Address: 2 George St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Fun Facts

  • Brisbane enjoys around 283 days of sunshine annually, perfect for exploring the city.
  • The iconic Story Bridge is one of only three climbable bridges worldwide.
  •  QUT’s Gardens Point campus sits right on the Brisbane River, providing stunning views and easy access to the city’s vibrant heart.
  • The university is home to over 50,000 students, including a thriving faculty of nursing and midwifery.

Brisbane is the perfect place to connect, collaborate, and spark new ideas in nursing education! 



Travel & Accommodation

Delegates are responsible for booking and covering the cost of their own flights and accommodation.

We recommend booking early to secure availability and the best rates.

For your convenience, here are a few accommodation options located near QUT Brisbane:

Quest River Park Central - Located in the heart of Brisbane's CBD, offering serviced apartments with full kitchen and laundry facilities.

Mantra on Mary - Situated within walking distance to Queen Street Mall and South Bank, featuring spacious one and three-bedroom apartments.

Capri by Fraser - A modern, rainforest-inspired hotel in Brisbane's vibrant CBD, offering stylish serviced apartments.We recommend booking early to secure availability and the best rates. 


Visa Requirements 

Delegates traveling to Brisbane are required to obtain an appropriate visa prior to arrival. Visa requirements vary based on nationality and the purpose of the visit. Most conference attendees will need to apply for a Visitor Visa (subclass 600) in the Business Visitor stream. Some passport holders may be eligible for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or an eVisitor visa. Please note that visa processing times can vary, so it is advisable to apply well in advance.

For detailed information on visa options and application procedures, please refer to the official Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website:
🔗 immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

Additionally, delegates may require a letter of invitation to support their visa application. 

Citizens of the following countries are eligible to apply for an Australian Electronic Travel Authority (ETA):

  • Brunei
  • Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region)
  • Japan
  • Malaysia
  • Singapore
  • South Korea
  • Taiwan


Key Note Speakers


Dr Michelle Gunn 

Michelle Gunn is Head of Nursing Practice and Regulations at the International Council of Nurses (ICN), where she leads global work on nursing practice, regulation and scope of practice. A registered nurse and lawyer, she has more than 25 years’ experience spanning clinical care, law, regulation, education and health leadership. She was Lead Consultant for ICN’s Definition of Nursing project and has advised governments, multilateral agencies and the World Bank on health systems strengthening. A GNLI Scholar (2017), she is committed to advancing nursing leadership, integrity and global policy.


Professor Sok Ying Liaw 

Professor Sok Ying Liaw is the Head of Department for Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies at National University of Singapore.

Sok Ying’s PRIME research focuses on Patient safety with emphasis on: Recognising and responding to clinical deterioration; Interprofessional collaboration and education, Manpower nursing workforce and development and; Experiential learning using simulation. Currently, she is an Associate Editor of Clinical Simulation in Nursing.

Early Bird Registration fee AUD 500

Early Bird Registration closing on Friday, 19 September 2025

STANDARD Registration fee AUD 600

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