Welcome to the Festival of Nursing 2025

 

The Festival of Nursing is an annual conference for nurses hosted in Australia. The last Festival, held in Adelaide in July 2024, featured over 1,000 attendees and 100 exhibition booths. The 2025 Festival will be in Brisbane from 24 to 26 July 2025.

Learn more about the 2025 Festival of Nursing

 

REGISTRATION PRICING

*All prices include GST

 

Registration Type Super Early Bird
Before 21 February		 Early Bird
From 21 February To 29 April		 Standard
From 30 April To 6 June		 Last Chance
From 7 June To 22 July		 Onsite
From 23 July
APNA Member - 3-day  $599 $730 $830 $930 $1030
APNA Member - 2-day
Friday & Saturday		 $605 $705 $805 $905
APNA Member - 1-day
Friday or Saturday		 $415
Non-Member - 3-day  $720 $860 $960 $1,060 $1,160
Non-Member - 2-day
Friday & Saturday		 $725 $825 $925 $1,025
Non-Member - 1-day
Friday or Saturday		 $495
Undergraduate Nursing Student - 3-day  $575
Undergraduate Nursing Student - 2-day
Friday & Saturday		 $485
Undergraduate Nursing Student - 1-day
Friday or Saturday		 $330
Social Program
Friday Night Festival of Nursing Party $50

 

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Social Functions

Thursday Night is Mexican Night!

Thursday, 24 July 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Venue: El Camino Cantina, South Bank - All Gas Building,
153 Stanley Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101
Cost: There is no cost to attend this social event, however dinner and drinks will be able to be purchased from the bar at standard prices.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Did someone say margaritas? After a long day of Masterclasses, join your fellow Festival delegates at El Camino for drinks, dinner and laughs. Don a sombrero, order a few cheeky tacos and have a good-old chat with some nursing buddies.

Festival of Nursing Party

Friday, 25 July 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Venue: Loft West End - 100 Boundary Street, West End QLD 4101
Cost: $50
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Don't miss out on the nursing party of the year! The Festival of Nursing Party is the social event that all your fellow delegates will be talking about! Join us for drinks, dinner and dancing in your own private nightclub. Let your hair down and boogie the night away to bangers like Summer of '69, Sweet Caroline and the Nutbush, along with your favourite post Y2K certified fresh hits!
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Accommodation

Accommodation

ICMS Travel Pty Ltd, as the official Conference Organisers for APNA's Festival of Nursing 2025 has secured discounted accommodation rates for delegates. Reservations need to be made by close of business Friday 13 June 2025. The room rates are per night, per room. 

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Rydges South Bank Brisbane
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Rydges South Bank Brisbane

Rydges South Bank Brisbane is located in the heart of Brisbane’s arts and entertainment precinct with plenty of things to do and only minutes away from South Bank Parklands and the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Our friendly staff at our Brisbane Hotel will make you feel right at home the moment you check in. Rydges South Bank Brisbane features a variety of rooms and suites with state-of-the-art features and amenities.

0.2 km from BCEC

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Payment Policy To secure and confirm your accommodation, credit card details are required as a guarantee. These details will be passed on to the hotel and it is at the hotel’s discretion as to whether a deposit will be charged prior to arrival. An imprint will be required upon check in and your full account is to be settled with the hotel on departure. No monies will be debited from your credit card by ICMS Travel Pty Ltd for accommodation. Cancellation Policy Individual bookings cancelled or amended 14 days prior to booking will incur a charge equivalent to the full duration of the stay. Cancellation fee will be retained by the Hotel.

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    These rooms have one queen size bed – many with views over Mount Coot-tha. Maximum two adults per room utilising existing bedding.
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    These rooms have one queen size bed and a private walkout balcony. Maximum two adults per room utilising existing bedding.
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    These rooms have one queen size bed – many with views over Mount Coot-tha. Maximum two adults per room utilising existing bedding with breakfast for 1 included.
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Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane

Immerse yourself in the blend of new and old at the Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane, a heritage-listed property, artfully restored with a classic yet contemporary design. Originally designed and built as the Queensland Government Savings Bank in 1922, a conservation and restoration process took place prior to the opening of Adina Brisbane in 2018. The process saw the creation of over 200 guest rooms, wellness facilities an array of food and beverage venues, all celebrating the buildings art deco origins. Offering a choice of spacious studio, one, two, and three bedroom apartments boasting generous sizes from 28sqm to 88 sqm, Adina Brisbane is the perfect home away from home. With standard, premier and balcony rooms on offer across each room type, the choice is yours on floor location, view, and balcony preference. With fully equipped rooms, our apartments offer separate living and dining areas, in room laundry facilities, fully equipped kitchens and with free WiFi and 24-hour reception, you’ll think you are still at home. The hotel also features an well equipped gym and outdoor swimming pool, available to all hotel guests. And with secure on-site parking conveniently located with direct access to the property, you can see Adina Brisbane becoming Your Other Address.

0.9 km from BCEC

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Payment Policy To secure and confirm your accommodation, credit card details are required as a guarantee. Full payment for accommodation will be charged 30 days prior to arrival. An imprint will be required upon check in and your full account is to be settled with the hotel on departure. No monies will be debited from your credit card by ICMS Travel Pty Ltd for accommodation. Cancellation Policy Individual bookings cancelled thirty (30) to one (1) day prior and no shows will be charged a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the booking period. Cancellation fee will be retained by the Hotel.

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    Studio rooms consist of one room that serves as the combined living, dining, and bedroom. This room has a kitchenette with microwave, mini-fridge, plates, cutleries, and kettle.
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    Studio rooms consist of one room that serves as the combined living, dining, and bedroom. This room has a kitchenette with microwave, mini-fridge, plates, cutleries, and kettle.
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    One-bedroom apartments have a living or dining room separate from the bedroom and laundry facilities. This apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, fridge, oven, stove, pots, dishwasher & utensils.
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    One-bedroom apartments have a living or dining room separate from the bedroom and laundry facilities. This apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, fridge, oven, stove, pots, dishwasher & utensils
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    Two-bedroom apartments have two bedrooms, separate lounge, dining area, two bathrooms and laundry facilities. This apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, fridge, oven, stove, pots, dishwasher & utensils. Two-bedroom apartments may include standard and/or interconnecting two-bedroom apartments (interconnecting one-bedroom apartment and studio room). Allocation is subject to hotel availability.
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    Two-bedroom apartments have two bedrooms, separate lounge, dining area, two bathrooms and laundry facilities. This apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, fridge, oven, stove, pots, dishwasher & utensils. Two-bedroom apartments may include standard and/or interconnecting two-bedroom apartments (interconnecting one-bedroom apartment and studio room). Allocation is subject to hotel availability.
Novotel Brisbane South Bank
Novotel Brisbane South Bank
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Novotel Brisbane South Bank

When looking for Brisbane accommodation, the striking new Novotel Brisbane South Bank is perfectly placed close to the Brisbane River to make your Brisbane stay memorable, whether doing business or taking a breather. A short walk to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Beyond the Centre, you’ll enjoy stunning views, lush parklands, superb dining experiences, fine galleries, and the riverbank Streets Beach. Nearby, the seven hectares of beautiful Musgrave Park host some of Brisbane’s vibrant annual festivals and events. Dine in, where the fresh, local cuisine at Spice Central will delight you. When you want to relax, laze around our outdoor pool or re-energise in the fitness centre, no matter how well you know Brisbane, Novotel Brisbane South Bank will help you see it with fresh eyes.

0.2 km from Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

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Payment Policy To secure and confirm your accommodation, credit card details are required as a guarantee. These details will be passed on to the hotel and it is at the hotel’s discretion as to whether a deposit will be charged prior to arrival. An imprint will be required upon check in and your full account is to be settled with the hotel on departure. No monies will be debited from your credit card by ICMS Travel Pty Ltd for accommodation. Cancellation Policy Individual bookings cancelled thirty (30) to one (1) day prior and no shows will be charged a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the booking period. Cancellation fee will be retained by the Hotel.

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    Spacious and contemporary rooms, designed for your comfort and to keep you connected. The Standard King’s Live N’ Dream King sized bed, fluffy duvet and custom comfort pillows will help you wake refreshed. The room sleeps up to two adults. The Standard Twin offers the same comfort but with two double beds, sleeping up to two adults and two children. Keep connected during your stay with Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, broadband and USB ports.
  • Novotel 'N' Standard Room with Breakfast for 1
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    Spacious and contemporary rooms, designed for your comfort and to keep you connected. The Standard King’s Live N’ Dream King sized bed, fluffy duvet and custom comfort pillows will help you wake refreshed. The room sleeps up to two adults. The Standard Twin offers the same comfort but with two double beds, sleeping up to two adults and two children. Keep connected during your stay with Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, broadband and USB ports.
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    Our Superior ‘N’ King Bed Rooms or Superior ‘N’ Double Rooms with two double beds are perfect for business and leisure travellers alike. Novotel’s own Live N’ Dream beds, fluffy duvet and custom comfort pillows will help you wake refreshed. The King room sleeps up to two adults. Keep connected during your stay with Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, broadband and USB ports.
  • Novotel 'N' Superior Room with Breakfast for 1
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    Our Superior ‘N’ King Bed Rooms or Superior ‘N’ Double Rooms with two double beds are perfect for business and leisure travellers alike. Novotel’s own Live N’ Dream beds, fluffy duvet and custom comfort pillows will help you wake refreshed. The King room sleeps up to two adults. Keep connected during your stay with Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, broadband and USB ports.
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Payment

Should you require an invoice for payment processing, kindly finalise your registration by selecting EFT as your preferred payment method. Subsequently, an invoice will be generated and sent to your email address. Following the successful completion of your payment, your registration will be officially confirmed.

Payment Instructions

EFT Payments:

Bank: Bank of Melbourne
Account name: ICMS Meetings ITF AASTN 2025
BSB No: 193-879
Account Number: 426 014 696

Please include the Reference Number located at the top of this invoice in your transaction description to enable us to identify your payment.

Please send remittance of your payment to remittance@icms.com.au 

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