Question 1

When is the ANZMAC Conference?

Accepted Answer

The ANZMAC Conference is from 30th of November to 2nd of December 2026. The Doctoral Colloquium runs from 27-29th of November 2026.

Question 2

What time zone is shown on the program?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand Daylight Time (UTC+13).

Question 3

How do I register my attendance?

Accepted Answer

Please go to the Registration section of the website.

Question 4

Do I need to purchase additional tickets to attend the social events?

Accepted Answer

All social events are included in the price of the conference ticket.

Welcome reception: 30 November 2026
Conference Gala Dinner: 2 December 2026

Depending on venue capacity and availability, you can purchase an additional ticket for the Gala dinner for guest(s), such as a non-attending partner. (Children under 18 are not permitted at the social events due to alcohol licence requirements.)

Question 5

What is the refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Refund policy
All conference registrations are non-refundable. In the event of extenuating circumstances, it is up to the discretion of the organising committee if a refund is offered (less booking and service fees). If you have any questions, please contact: conference@anzmac.org.

For attendees who require a Visa to attend the conference, applications completed after 31 October 2026 will not be considered for a refund if the Visa application is denied.

Please note as payments are received in AUD, refunds will also be completed in AUD. For international cards, the refund may vary in your local currency as it will be impacted by the conversion rate at the time.

Question 6

Is any part of the conference virtual this year?

Accepted Answer

No, the conference is entirely in-person this year.

Question 7

Will the sessions be recorded?

Accepted Answer

Some sessions may be recorded. This will be determined once the program is released.

Question 8

What are the key dates for paper submissions?

Accepted Answer

27 April 2026: Call for papers opens
29 June 2026: Paper submission deadline
29 June 2026: Special session Proposal deadline
10 August 2026: Author notification
31 August 2026: Revisions of accepted papers and special sessions deadline

Question 9

What are the tracks for paper submissions?

Accepted Answer

For all track information, please refer to the 'Tracks' section of the website.

Question 10

How many papers can one author present?

Accepted Answer

A maximum of two paper presentations per author is permitted. Co-authors can be listed on more than two papers, so long as they are personally presenting up to two papers. Please note  a non-presenting co-author may find multiple papers are scheduled concurrently. The conference schedule and concurrent sessions are based on the number of accepted papers and related presenters, therefore we cannot make allowances for all co-authors.

Question 11

Where will the conference proceedings be stored after the conference?

Accepted Answer

Conference proceedings will be made available via the ANZMAC website.

Question 12

Can I pay for my registration via direct debit?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an invoice can be provided to pay via direct debit on request. Once funds have cleared, you will be given a code to claim your registration.

Question 13

Can I bulk buy tickets for my university?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an invoice can be provided for bulk registration purchases. Once funds have
cleared, you will be given a code to claim the registrations. Please note, a minimum of
ten (10) registrations are required to be purchased.

Question 14

What visa do I need to travel to New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

If you are travelling to New Zealand for a business event, such as a conference, meeting or seminar, you need to apply for a business visitor visa. You can find more information here.

Australian citizens and permanent residents do not need a visa or a New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) to enter New Zealand. If unsure, please check with your travel provider if this applies to you.
 
Citizens that are from visa waiver countries may be eligible to enter under a NZeTA. More information is available here.

ANZMAC will not assist with visa applications or funding. However, you may request a Letter of Invitation if you are a presenting author.

Please note, for attendees who require a Visa to attend the conference, Visa applications completed after 31 October 2026 will not be considered for a refund if the Visa application is denied.

Question 15

Can ANZMAC support with my New Zealand Visa application?

Accepted Answer

No, but we can support you by providing you with a letter of invitation if your paper has been accepted into the conference.

Question 16

Is financial support available?

Accepted Answer

Please note that you are responsible for paying all fees and expenses related to your participation in the Conference and any necessary insurance for health and travel. Should you be requesting a letter of invitation, this does NOT include any financial aid such as waived fees, financial support, or accommodation.

Question 17

Is my university an institutional member of ANZMAC?

Accepted Answer

The full list of current ANZMAC institutional members can be found here: https://anzmac.org/Institutional-Members

Question 18

Will I receive a certificate of attendance for the conference?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a certificate of attendance for this conference is issued in the weeks following the conference. Should you require a certificate immediately after the conference, please get in touch with us at conference@anzmac.org.

Question 19

Who can I contact if my question is not answered here?

Accepted Answer

If you have any questions, please get in touch with us at conference@anzmac.org.

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