Please select a registration category. All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.

Please select a registration category. All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.

All prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.

The Experience

Extend your professional development through a program that blends practical educational takeaways with meaningful cultural immersion. Your day begins with a guided school tour for real-world leadership insights, followed by one of three themed exploration streams:

Stream 1: Civics & Citizenship

School Tour: St Thomas the Apostle Catholic Primary School, Kambah
Site Visits: National Archives of Australia (NAA), National Electoral Education Centre, and the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD)

Stream 2: Science & Environment

School Tour: Throsby School, Throsby
Site Visits: Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG), Royal Australian Mint (RAM), and Questacon

Stream 3: History & Culture

School Tour: Burgmann Anglican School (Valley Campus), Gungahlin
Site Visits: National Museum of Australia (NMA), National Library of Australia (NLA), and the Australian War Memorial (AWM)

Important Information 

Limited Capacity: Places are strictly limited and subject to availability.
Transport and light catering is provided. 
Final Details: Final itineraries and specific timings will be confirmed closer to the event.
School Tours Disclaimer: These school tours are generously hosted and coordinated by the participating schools. While APPA is pleased to share these opportunities, the tours are independently operated by the host schools and not managed or supervised by APPA.

Wellness Activities will be offered on Wednesday, 2 September, providing delegates with the opportunity to pause, reset and enjoy a more relaxed experience alongside the conference program. These optional activities are designed to support wellbeing while offering a fun and informal way to explore Canberra.

• Treetops Adventure |  treetopsadventure.com.au
• The Experience: Ready to shake off the brain fog and push your limits? Tap into your adventurous side with this thrilling, high-energy physical challenge set among the beautiful Majura Pines. Navigate an exhilarating ropes course that is guaranteed to clear your mind, refresh your focus, and provide an unforgettable team-building experience with fellow delegates.
• Price: $80 per person.
• Capacity: Min 10 / Max 20 participants.

• Mount Majura Vineyard Tasting | mountmajura.com.au
• The Experience: Unwind, slow down, and soak in the serene vineyard views during an exclusive "Winemakers Choice Tasting". This intimate setting offers the perfect opportunity to taste exceptional local wines, chat with the experts, and network casually with fellow APPA delegates in a relaxed, boutique atmosphere.
• Price: $50 per person.
• Capacity: 10 participants per wine tasting

• Canberra Glassworks Tour & Tilemaking Experience | canberraglassworks.com
• The Experience: Tap into your creative side and step inside the heat of a live, world-class glass studio. Your experience begins with an exclusive 30-minute insider tour of the art gallery and studio space, followed by a immersive 60-minute hands-on glass tilemaking workshop where you can design your very own unique keepsake.
• Price: $80 per person.
• Capacity: Min 15 / Max 68 participants.

Important Information:

These group wellness experiences include dedicated coach transit budgeted into your package. Places are strictly limited and depend on minimum numbers to run.

In the rare event that minimum numbers are not met, you will be notified well in advance regarding alternatives or refunds.

If you wish to book accommodation, you can choose from the following options:

• Have the accommodation cost included on your registration invoice to pay via EFT or credit card.
• Pay later by credit card. If paying later by credit card, please refer to each hotel’s payment terms on the next page for when your card will be charged by the hotel.

Select your Check-In Date and Check-Out Date and click the Search button.

Extended Bookings
We have held rooms for the nights of the conference. If you wish to extend your booking, book your preferred hotel for the conference dates and email mail@conferencedesign.com.au with the additional nights you require. We will confirm the availability with the hotel and send you a new confirmation.

Payment
The total cost of the accommodation will be included on your conference invoice. Once paid, this amount will be transferred to your hotel prior to the conference. 

Credit Card Guarantee
You will need to provide full credit card details (including CCV) during booking as a credit card guarantee. You will also need to provide the hotel with a credit card when you check-in to cover incidental expenses incurred during your stay.

Cancellations, Changes and No Shows
All hotels have charges for cancellations, changes and no shows. These are listed with the hotel descriptions.

Select your Check-In Date and Check-Out Date and click the Search button.

Extended Bookings
We have held rooms for the nights of the conference. If you wish to extend your booking, book your preferred hotel for the conference dates and email mail@conferencedesign.com.au with the additional nights you require. We will confirm the availability with the hotel and send you a new confirmation.

Payment 

• At 31 days prior to arrival, guests individual credit cards will be charged for full non-refundable prepayment.
• Individual guests will need to settle their accommodation bills on arrival.

Guests will also need to provide the hotel with a credit card when checking-in to cover incidental expenses incurred during their stay.

Cancellations, Changes and No Shows
All hotels have charges for cancellations, changes and no shows. These are listed with the hotel descriptions.