2026 SPANZA/ANZAPS
JOINT SCIENTIFIC MEETING
28 – 31 October 2026, Gold Coast, Queensland
We are delighted to welcome you to the joint Society for Paediatric Anaesthesia in New Zealand and Australia (SPANZA) and Australian and New Zealand Association of Paediatric Surgeons (ANZAPS) Conference, taking place on the Gold Coast, Queensland from 28–31 October 2026.
This special meeting will unite leading specialists in Paediatric Anaesthesia and Surgery from across Australia, New Zealand and beyond. The program will feature inspiring plenary sessions, interactive clinical workshops and opportunities for collaboration and professional development — all set against the backdrop of the vibrant Gold Coast.
We look forward to welcoming you in 2026.
We are delighted to welcome you to the joint Society for Paediatric Anaesthesia in New Zealand and Australia (SPANZA) and Australian and New Zealand Association of Paediatric Surgeons (ANZAPS) Conference, taking place on the Gold Coast, Queensland from 28–31 October 2026.
This special meeting will unite leading specialists in Paediatric Anaesthesia and Surgery from across Australia, New Zealand and beyond. The program will feature inspiring plenary sessions, interactive clinical workshops and opportunities for collaboration and professional development — all set against the backdrop of the vibrant Gold Coast.
We look forward to welcoming you in 2026.
SPANZA President: Tanya Farrell, Perth Children's Hospital, WA
ANZAPS President: Peter Borzi, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Program Committee:
Anna Miedecke, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Paul Lee-Archer, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Shannon Morrison, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Melissa Short, Gold Coast University Hospital, Qld
Leisl Porrett, Children's Surgery Queensland, Qld
Kate Fisher, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Vic
SPANZA President: Tanya Farrell, Perth Children's Hospital, WA
ANZAPS President: Peter Borzi, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Program Committee:
Anna Miedecke, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Paul Lee-Archer, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Shannon Morrison, Queensland Children's Hospital, Qld
Melissa Short, Gold Coast University Hospital, Qld
Leisl Porrett, Children's Surgery Queensland, Qld
Kate Fisher, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Vic
GOLD COAST (Kombumerri Country)
Set on Queensland’s stunning coastline, the Gold Coast offers the perfect blend of sun, surf, and sophistication. Renowned for its golden beaches, vibrant dining scene, and world-class attractions, it’s an ideal destination to mix learning with leisure. Join us in this iconic city where innovation meets relaxation, and every day feels a little brighter.
Set on Queensland’s stunning coastline, the Gold Coast offers the perfect blend of sun, surf, and sophistication. Renowned for its golden beaches, vibrant dining scene, and world-class attractions, it’s an ideal destination to mix learning with leisure. Join us in this iconic city where innovation meets relaxation, and every day feels a little brighter.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Owners, the Aboriginal people of these lands and waters and we acknowledge all their descendants. We also acknowledge the many Aboriginal people from other regions as well as Torres Strait and South Sea Islander people who now live in the local area and have made an important contribution to the community.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Owners, the Aboriginal people of these lands and waters and we acknowledge all their descendants. We also acknowledge the many Aboriginal people from other regions as well as Torres Strait and South Sea Islander people who now live in the local area and have made an important contribution to the community.
Please note that this event is being managed as agent for and on behalf of Society of Paediatric Anaesthetists in Australia and New Zealand, Inc (ABN 44 639 760 994) (“SPANZA”) by Will Organise Pty Ltd (ABN 84 606 495 381). The information you provide when you submit your personal information to us will be collected by Will Organise Pty Ltd and will be shared with SPANZA and other participants in the event, as set in our privacy collection statement, privacy policy and specific consents.