When and where is the eResearch Australasia 2026 Conference being held?
Venue:
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Brunton Avenue
East Melbourne, VIC, 3002
Program: https://conference.eresearch.edu.au/program/
Monday, 26 October 2026
Pre-Conference Workshops
Access: via the Shane Warne Stand, Gate 5 and take lifts 12 and 13 to level 2. Registration for the workshops is located in the Jack Ryder Foyer.
- Title: Turn Agent Into Research Assistant
- Location: Jack Ryder A
- Time: 09:00 – 17:00
- Title: High-Performance Computing, Data and AI for Australia
- Location: Jack Ryder B/C
- Time: 09:00 – 17:00
- Title: Indigenous Data Foundations: A Learning Partnership for National Earth and Environmental Science Facilities Forum Workshop
- Location: Lindsay Hassett Room
- Time: 10:00 – 17:00
- Title: Sharing the GPU: Can Research and Institutional IT Build AI Capacity Together?
- Location: Players Changeroom
- Time: 13:30 – 17:00
Tuesday, 27 October – Thursday, 29 October 2026
Conference Sessions
Access: Enter via the Olympic Stand, Gate 3. Take the escalators or lifts 9, 10 & 11 to level 2. Conference Registration is in the Betty Cuthbert Bar.
- Plenary Sessions: Olympic Room
- Breakout sessions: Olympic Room 1 & 2, Dillbabiik, Lindsay Hassett and Keith Miller
Tuesday, 27 October 2026 – Welcome Reception
Celebrating 20 Years of eResearch
- Location: Betty Cuthbert Lounge
- Time: 17:10 – 19:00
Friday, 30 October 2026
Post Conference Workshops
Access: Enter via the Olympic Stand, Gate 3. Take the escalators or lifts 9, 10 & 11 to level 2. Conference Registration is in the Betty Cuthbert Bar.
- Title: From Research Desktop to University-Scale AI
- Location: Jim Stynes A
- Time: 09:00 – 12:30
- Title: ARDC Nectar Research Cloud User Forum
- Location: Dillbabiik
- Time: 09:00 – 12:30
Can I still register?
Yes: https://conference.eresearch.edu.au/registration/
Is parking available at the venue?
- There is no parking available at the MCG
- Public transport is recommended, with Jolimont, Richmond and Flinders Street stations providing convenient access to the MCG: https://transport.vic.gov.au/
- Car parking options: https://www.mcg.org.au/plan-a-visit/parking
Is there a dress code for the Conference?
Workshops, Conference Sessions and Social Functions: Smart casual
Will sessions be recorded?
No, sessions are not being recorded. This conference is in-person attendance only.
Is technical support available during the Conference?
- The Speakers’ Preparation Room with audio-visual technician support will be available. Please see registration staff to be taken to the Speakers’ Preparation Room.
- The staff at the Registration Desk can assist with App questions
- Presenter Guidelines: https://conference.eresearch.edu.au/presenter-guidelines/
Is there an event app or community platform?
Yes. All delegates will be emailed their personal login information.
Download The Event App by EventsAIR from your mobile device:
- Install for iPhone (Apple App Store)
- Install for Android (Google Play Store)
Is accommodation still available?
Please view information about accommodation here: https://conference.eresearch.edu.au/accommodation/
Who do I contact with questions about the Conference before the event?
Leading up to the Conference, get in touch with the team at Conference Design by email or phone:
- Email: mail@conferencedesign.com.au
- Phone: +61 3 6231 2999
Who do I contact for help once I am onsite?
Visit the registration desk and speak to the friendly team from Conference Design.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
If you are no longer able to attend, please contact the team at Conference Design, mail@conferencedesign.com.au.
