Platinum Partner
Social Program
SIG Mixers
Thursday 14 August 2025, 1930-2100
This is open to ASIEM members and NBS SIG day delegates.
NBS SIG Mixer: This will be held on Thursday 14 August (the evening prior to the NBS SIG meeting) Venue details to be confirmed. Included in NBS SIG registration.
Friday 15 August 2025, 1930-2130
These are open to SIG Meeting registrants only.
AACG SIG Dinner: Cucina Porto - (Banquet Menu $85.00pp). (Level G, Harbourside entrance The Star, 80 Prymont Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009) Additional cost.
ASGC SIG Mixer: Pyrmont Bridge Hotel - Rooftop Terrace (96 Union St, Pyrmont 2009). Included with the ASGC SIG meeting.
ASDG SIG Mixer: Cargo Bar - 52-60 The Promenade, King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW 2000. Included with the ASDG SIG meeting.
Welcome Reception & Exhibition Opening
Friday 15 August 2025, ICC Sydney, Parkside Ballroom (Exhibition), 1700-1900
Network with our exhibitors and catch up with colleagues during the Networking Reception. Includes canapes and drinks.
This is included with full registrations. Additional tickets are $120pp.
Poster Session
Saturday 16 August 2025, ICC Sydney, Parkside Ballroom (Exhibition), 1730-1830
The Poster Session provides poster authors the opportunity to network and discuss their poster with delegates. Authors will be at their poster at designated times. Canapes and drinks are included. This is included in Full Registration.
Early Career Breakfast
Saturday 16 August 2025, ICC Sydney, (Room TBC), 07:15
Join us bright and early on the first morning of the conference for a light breakfast & breakfast beverage. Meet and network with other early career people from across Australasia, and learn what the HGSA and its SIG groups are all about with our short presentations from key leaders of each SIG.
Do you consider yourself ‘early career’ in genetics and genomics (in any area and/or SIG group)? We welcome you and especially those who are attending the Annual Scientific Meeting for the first time or may not yet know others in the field. Also welcome are students, scientific trainees, and any other early career individuals of any age or experience level in non-genetics disciplines.
Welcome packs with early career badges, stickers and information will also be available, and there will be a walking group to the Opening Ceremony of the ASM which follows. You won’t want to miss it!
Attendance is free for those who indicate they are ‘early career’ on full or day registrations, on the registration form. Contact conference@aacb.asn.au if you need further information.
Conference Gala Dinner
Sunday 17 August 2025, Darling Island Wharf, Pyrmont, 1900-2300
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Darling Island Wharf in Pyrmont, where stunning waterfront views meet exceptional cuisine and lively entertainment. After indulging in a gourmet dinner, the night will come alive with music and dancing, set against the backdrop of Sydney’s iconic skyline and sparkling harbor. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience at one of the city's most charming venues.
The dinner is included with full conference registration. Additional tickets are $150pp.
The venue is a short 15min walk from ICC Sydney and most hotels.
Conference Secretariat
AACB Services Pty Ltd
PO Box 7336, Alexandria NSW 2015
P: (61) 2 9660 6600 E: conference@aacb.asn.au
PO Box 7336, Alexandria NSW 2015
P: (61) 2 9660 6600 E: conference@aacb.asn.au