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14TH national Closing The Gap
first nations Health Conference
September 20-22, 2023
Pullman International Hotel CAIRNS QLD
OUR COMMUNITY HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY COVID-19 UPDATE
ICS is committed to delivering you a conference experience of the highest quality and holds the health & safety of all attendees in the utmost regard.
We will be progressing with our conference in a face to face manner as planned. Throughout the event, we will be strictly adhering to all measures of social distancing regulations, and health & safety precautions to create a safe environment to connect, learn and network under the industry-approved COVID-19 Safe Plan.
For more information, please contact us on 0740009111 or email us at adminics@iinet.net.au






ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO COUNTRY
In Australia, the protocol is to recognise the Traditional Owners of the land to which we are gathering. Therefore, all presentations must begin with an acknowledgement to country and to local Traditional Elders: “We wish to acknowledge and respect the traditional custodians whose ancestral lands we are to meet upon. We acknowledge the deep feelings of attachment and relationship of Aboriginal peoples to Country. We also pay respects to the cultural authority of Aboriginal peoples visiting/attending from other areas of Australia who are present here”.
Indigenous Conference Services acknowledges and pay our respect to the Traditional people of the Country. "Welcome to Country" ceremony and "acknowledging the traditional custodians" of the land shows respect for Aboriginal people as Australia's First Peoples. Ceremonies and protocols are a fundamental part of Aboriginal culture.
THE CONFERENCE
The 2023 National Closing the Gap Indigenous Health Conference is scheduled to be held at Pullman Cairns International Hotel in Cairns, Queensland. It is the only conference that has been continuously running since the establishment of the Closing the Gap concept and is the largest gathering of delegates from all sectors outside of Indigenous national associations. The conference is held biannually and over the past ten years has attracted thousands of attendees bringing together representatives from all states and territories governments, First Nations medical services and mainstream health sectors, community-controlled organisations, First Nations communities, allied health professionals and non-government organisations, researchers and interested individuals. The conference is hosted by Indigenous Conference Services (Australia) with a great line up of First Nations speakers from all throughout Australia.
The event is based upon the principal belief that Indigenous health must be approached from a holistic view, which encompasses body, mind and spirit; thus, leading to the fundamental rights of self-determination.
The conference recognises that treating our health must be done by treating the whole person, through mind, body, soul and culture. No matter what your culture is. If you are a First Nations person, statistics show that health, education and the justice system is monstrously weighted against First Nations People. The 2021/2022 Closing the Gap Report further highlights how wide the gap still is. In today’s society, Indigenous people have a varied lifestyle, ranging from inner-city living to isolated communities. Therefore, there is no set approach to dealing with health issues, as you have to look at the environment that you live in and, more importantly, the agencies that are available to assist. The conference is designed to bring together both government and non-government agencies who are working in the Indigenous health sector, therefore focusing on Closing the Gap and strengthening the life expectancy of First Nations people to equal that of non-Indigenous people. In Australia, the most successful initiatives in First Nations Health are the Aboriginal Medical Services (AMS) and now the partnerships between government and communities. The first Aboriginal community-controlled health service was established in New South Wales and has been operational for the past forty (40) years. Today, there are over 120 AMS and countless numbers of Primary Health Care Posts in First Nations communities in Australia.
The Closing the Gap on Indigenous Health Conference is a platform uniting First Nations communities, policymakers and healthcare providers to drive health equality and establish an environment in which Australia’s Indigenous population can thrive. Ten years have passed and over $100 billion has been spent since the federal government released its initial Closing the Gap report in 2006, committed to specific targets for reducing inequalities across Australia’s indigenous populations. To date, only two of the original seven targets to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander livelihood have been met and neither of these reflects key health indicators. Today the reality is that the gap in life expectancy between Indigenous and non-Indigenous populations has increased and reverse progress has been made towards improving health and life expectation equality for Australia's Indigenous peoples.
The 2023 National Closing the Gap Indigenous Health Conference will also provide a forum for showcasing innovative approaches to Indigenous healthcare. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about new technologies, programs, and initiatives that are being developed to address the health needs of Indigenous communities. This will include discussions on the use of telehealth, culturally appropriate care, and community-led initiatives. The conference will also provide an opportunity for networking, allowing attendees to connect with other professionals and stakeholders who are passionate about improving Indigenous health outcomes. Overall, the 2023 National Closing the Gap Indigenous Health Conference promises to be an important event for advancing the health and wellbeing of Indigenous communities across Australia and a conference not to be missed!
CONFERENCE THEME AND FOCUS
The conference themes include:
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Primary health and the whole of body wellness
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First Nations women’s health
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First Nations men’s health
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Successful community partnerships between First Nations peoples, governments and NGO`s
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Innovative projects which promote leadership and self-determination
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Community/ grassroots-based initiatives towards health
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Culture and its importance to creating better mental health for First Nations people
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Protecting mob against COVID-19 in remote Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander communities
THE VISION
The conference is not politically biased. Rather, it should be seen as an opportunity to access information that is not readily available. Today the world has become smaller with the invention of the internet and jet travel. As such, we are of the belief that there is nothing more empowering and more effective than people having an opportunity to network and collaborate. The conference vision for this event is to embrace the philosophy of First Nations community-controlled and mainstream service providers through promoting an informative forum of research, health education and training of staff for the betterment of Indigenous health.
CLOSING THE GAP REPORT
The Prime Minister tabled the Closing the Gap report 2021/2022 which clearly highlighted that the Closing the Gap campaign is only making small in-roads into the gap between Indigenous people and the wider community in regard to health issues and has still got a long way to go. Some of the points highlighted were;
To engage in partnerships with mutual respect
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In 8 years, there have been mixed results
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We still have an Indigenous life expectancy around 10 years less than mainstream Australians
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The past decade has seen a 70 per cent increase in Indigenous students undertaking Higher Education
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Employment targets not met
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Many Indigenous Health Targets were falling short of the mark
The Federal Government has made a commitment to creating more opportunities for Indigenous Australians to;
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Celebrate those successes
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Recognise “Healing Takes Time”
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Acknowledge, embrace, celebrate the humanity of Indigenous people
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Bring to the table policies and approaches that nurture optimism rather than entrench despair
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Do things WITH Indigenous people, not TO Indigenous People
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Even though Indigenous Australians only make up 3 percent of the population, First Nations People still make up over 20 percent of the prison population and that number is still increasing
The Prime Minister has committed himself and the government to work with Indigenous Australians, not just in delivering programs but listening to First Nations People in developing partnerships with Indigenous Communities. The Prime Minister stated the government must be innovative in creating effective solutions in partnership with First Nations Communities. The Prime Minister has taken the stance and announced that Closing the Gap must be more than another government policy. For more information on the Closing the Gap Report 2018/2019, click the Closing the Gap image above or the preceding link.
EMPOWERING DELEGATES
This event guarantees the opportunity to enlarge your network and information base, thus empowering all delegates to make greater informed decisions within their professional and extended communities. Click here to read more
Reason for Attending
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Address actual and current health needs to close the gap on health equality for indigenous communities.
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Empower self-determination of indigenous communities through collaboration and consultation
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Increase indigenous workforce participation in the healthcare sector.
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Incorporate culture, language, and identity into healthcare delivery.
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Deliver successful healthcare programs in culturally accessible ways.
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Ensure indigenous community involvement in critical healthcare decisions.
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Improve health and life expectation equality for Australia's indigenous peoples.
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Enable collaboration amidst community elders, government and healthcare providers.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This forum is ideal for those responsible for designing and delivering primary health care, improving the responsiveness of the health care system to indigenous needs and fostering good housing for good health from:
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Government Departments and Agencies
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Public and Private Healthcare Providers
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Local Health Districts
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Primary Health Networks
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Community-Controlled and Allied Health Services
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Not-for-Profit Organisations
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Aboriginals Corporations and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations
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Health Councils and Associations
CALLING FOR PAPERS
To ensure grassroots community programs are highlighted, no less than 50 per cent of the conference proceedings are and is devoted to community groups. If your paper is selected, you may have more than one presenter to present your paper. However, only two presenters will be entitled to the registration discount. If you are chosen to present at the conference, your paper will form part of the conference proceedings and be distributed at the conclusion of the event with all other presentations. To further ensure the continued success of the conference, an Indigenous working group is being established to advise on correct adherence to cultural equilibrium. If you are interested in submitting a paper please, Click here to read more
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
The 14th Closing the Gap Indigenous Health Conference aims to:
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Provide an open and frank forum for discussions
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Lend support to individuals and groups working in the field of First Nations Health
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Help grow a network for the sharing of information and resources in the field of First Nations Health
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Bring together both government and non-government agencies working in First Nations Health
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Show that poor health is no longer tolerated or acceptable in today’s society
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To bring together organisations as a united voice in closing the gap
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Bring together both government and non-government agencies who are working in the field of First Nations health
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Exchange information regarding the successes of community projects
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Reduce incidences of poor health at all levels within the community
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Strategies for linking holistic policy with health interventions
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Explore methods for improving accountability at all levels to ensure sustainable progress
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Provides an opportunity to network and meet face to face to exchange ideas, valuable information and successful programs in place in their communities.
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Develop new partnerships
THE CONFERENCE AGENDA
(This draft agenda may change without prior notice. This is published as guidance for those submitting papers.)
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 (Day 1)
8:30am REGISTRATION Registration of Delegates
9:00am Welcome to County Respected Elder
9:45am Combined Opening Keynote Closing the gap: Has it worked?
1030am MORNING TEA Network with Service Providers/Exhibitors
11:00am Room A: Men's Keynote Session State of First Nations men’s health and wellbeing: From the community perspective
Room B: Women's Keynote Session The Strength of Indigenous Women Demanding a Future
Room C: Community Health Keynote The Key to our health is our community and country (Calling for community papers)
Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
11:45am Room A: Men's Keynote Session Working with Indigenous Men in the Community (Calling for community papers)
Room B: Women's Keynote Session Birthing in Our Community (Calling for community papers)
Room C: Community Health Keynote Closing the gap in breaking the cycle of drugs and alcohol addictions in First Nation communities
Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
12:30pm LUNCH BREAK Network with Service Providers/Exhibitors
1:30pm Room A: Men's Keynote Session Paternal Health only we can do it - Social determinants of men's health (Calling for papers)
Room B: Women's Keynote Session Maternal Health only we can do it - Social determinants of women's health (Calling for papers)
Room C: Community Health Keynote Cultural Appropriateness of a Mainstream Service (Calling for community papers)
Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
2:15pm Room A: Men's Keynote Session Indigenous health from First Nations Men's perspective (Calling for community papers) Room B: Women's Keynote Session Indigenous health from First Nations Women's perspective (Calling for community papers)
Room C: Community Health Keynote Bridging gap in Indigenous health through Telehealth (Calling for community papers) Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
3:00pm AFTERNOON TEA Network with Service Providers/Exhibitors
3:30pm Combined Keynote Domestic violence: The impact on our families and communities
4:15pm Combined Keynote The Power of One: Strength Through Unity - It Is The Future
6:30pm CONFERENCE NETWORKING DINNER
As they say, all work and no play, makes for a dull conference. So to overcome this, the conference secretary has organized a conference dinner to be held on the first night of the event. This dinner will give delegates the opportunity to further network while letting your hair down in an informal setting.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 (Day 2)
8:30am REGISTRATION Registration of Delegates
9:00am Keynote (Blackfeet First Nations Speaker) Exploring Best Practices For Indigenous Youth Suicide Prevention
9:45am Keynote (Maori First Nations Speaker) New approach in New Zealand towards Methamphetamine Use and Depression
10:30am MORNING TEA Network with Service Providers/Exhibitors
11:00am Room A: Men's Keynote Session Our Mob, Our Community - Uniting Men's Voices (Calling for community papers)
Room B: Women's Keynote Session Young women’s health the backbone to our future (Calling for community papers)
Room C: Community Health Keynote Community control is controlling our health future (Calling for community papers)
Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
11:45am Room A: Men's Keynote Session Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Men's Mental Health Program
Room B: Women's Keynote Session Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women's Mental Health Program
Room C: Community Health Keynote Partnering with agencies gives us strength
Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
12:30pm LUNCH BREAK Network with Service Providers/Exhibitors
1:30pm Room A: Men's Keynote Session Yarning with Our Elder, Empowering Indigenous Men (Calling for community papers)
Room B: Women's Keynote Session Yarning with Our Elder, Empowering Indigenous Women (Calling for community papers)
Room C: Community Health Keynote Deadly Choices Health Promotion Program (Calling for community papers)
Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
2:15pm Room A: Men's Keynote Session Working with Indigenous Men in the Community (Calling for community papers)
Room B: Women's Keynote Session Aboriginal women caring for Aboriginal women (Calling for community papers)
Room C: Community Health Keynote Healing Power of Culture: Culturally Responsive Programs (Calling for community papers)
Room D: Family Health Keynote Session Open to Community Programs - Call for Papers
3:00pm AFTERNOON TEA Network with Service Providers/Exhibitors
3:30pm Combined Keynote Chronic Diseases Management in Indigenous Health
4:15pm Interactive Panel (Yarning Circle) Elders, Guest Speakers & All Delegates
5:00pm End of conference: Delegates who attend 85% of the conference will be entitled to a certificate of participation
DELEGATES WHO ATTEND 85% OF THE CONFERENCE SESSIONS WILL BE ENTITLED TO A CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 (3rd Day) POST-CONFERENCE MASTERCLASS
For 2023, we offer new and exciting innovation for our conferences. Day 3 is devoted to a professional development workshop or masterclass. As such, we have introduced several exciting networking and professional development innovations which is an extra cost for your chosen masterclass. Day Three is optional so please make sure you complete your registration form with the masterclass included if you intend to attend.
OPTION 1 - CONFERENCE MASTERCLASS - HEALING CIRCLE WORK
The Healing Circle Work masterclass addresses emotional challenges and barriers faced by people who have had traumatic experiences. Healing Circle Work is not a therapeutic program, but therapeutic outcomes are experienced. As participants, you will learn to live life in the moment recognising and understanding your own spirituality, and gaining the ability to enter the moment to reaffirm yourselves.
This workshop will teach you to learn to appreciate and be accountable for your highest good, and the highest good of others around you. Healing Circle Work is provided in group sessions, and is suitable for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous participants over 18 years of age. Reserve your place now and let us unlock this ancient Aboriginal wisdom and knowledge shared with all peoples.
Healing Circle Works is strictly limited to 10-12 people only. Cost is $350 per person.
OPTION 2 - CONFERENCE MASTERCLASS - The Gatekeeper Cultures and Spirituality - Interventionist to Suicide
Worrying about how your team, family and community effectively assist and manage clients experiencing intergenerational trauma? Indigenous peoples around the world endured several generations of trauma and other neurological effects and compromised behavioural immunity which leads to behavioural indicators such as substance abuse and suicide. Our current generation is impacted by structural violence, poverty, racism, governmental neglect and ongoing hostilities, and unfortunately, our mob have learned our lessons in traumatiSation as well wherein many situations, we have internalized the trauma imposed on ourselves and turned onto our own families, communities, and selves.
This workshop will teach you:
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The strong benefits of recapturing and revitalizing our languages, cultures and spirituality
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How to become an interventionist to suicide in your communities
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Understand and utilise trauma-informed care to heal ourselves, our clients, and our communities.
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Strategies in managing clients and families affected by intergenerational trauma and break the cycle of suicide in our communities.
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In Just One Day You Can Learn Strategies on how to become an interventionist to suicide and work effectively with your clients who are experiencing intergenerational trauma and their families.
The Gatekeeper Cultures and Spirituality - Interventionist to Suicide
Strictly limited to 30 people only. Cost is $350 per person.
HOST CITY & VENUE
Cairns is truly a destination to impress everyone. From the moment you fly in over lush tropical green rainforest and aqua blue reefs of the great, you know you are truly in a special part of the world. Pullman Cairns International (formerly The Sebel Cairns) is the most prestigious 5-star hotel and is perfectly located in the heart of Cairns. The Pullman Cairns International is just moments from the city’s best shopping, dining and cafes. Within a few minutes’ walk is Cairns Esplanade and swimming lagoon, Pier Shopping Plaza, Cairns Central Shopping Centre and train station and an excellent selection of shops and restaurants. Pullman Cairns International is an upscale hotel, perfectly located in tropical Cairns, Australia. Overlooking Cairns Harbour and lush mountain hinterland, this 321 room hotel is spectacularly positioned to take advantage of all the city have to offer. You can choose from a range of accommodation rooms and suites in Pullman Cairns International.
PULLMAN CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL HOTEL: Directions from Cairns International and Domestic Airport When exiting the airport turn left on to the Captain Cook Highway. Follow this road for approximately three kilometres. Turn left on to Mulgrave Street and continue until turning right on to Abbott Street. Continue heading along until you see Cairns International on your right.
Conference Networking Dinner Cruise - Waterside Dining
As they say, all work and no play, makes for a dull conference. So to overcome this, the conference secretary has organized a conference dinner to be held on the first night of the event. This dinner will give delegates the opportunity to further network while letting your hair down in an informal setting. The conference dinner cruise with the Spirit of Cairns at a cost of $150 per person including a three course meal. The conference dinner is additional to the conference fees and bookings must be made prior to the event.
A Cairns Dinner Cruise is the perfect way, to end a perfect day in paradise. Boarding our sailing catamaran at the Marlin Marina, you’ll enjoy an evening of calm water cruising on Trinity Inlet, taking in the sights and sounds of this tropical port city and its surrounding mangroves, as they transition from day to night. Every journey begins with bubbles, as all good dinner cruises should. With your glasses charged, stroll the interior or exterior decks and admire the view as the sky transforms from blue to red to orange and finally a silky black, filled with thousands of sparkling stars. Your journey takes you deep into the heart of Trinity Inlet and across the waterfront precinct of Cairns, from the Cruise Liner Terminal to the Esplanade. The water is calm, the weather mild and the night is yours to enjoy, with entertainment and a delicious 3 Course Buffet Dinner featuring some of the region’s best produce, including seafood. The luxurious Spirit of Cairns sailing catamaran is fully licensed, selling a range of beverages, including tropical cocktails. This is the ultimate in waterside dining.
When Do We Go
The Spirit of Cairns dinner cruise departs Marlin Marina at 6.30pm and returns at 9pm. Check-in and boarding is at the boat, moored at Marlin Marina, between 6 pm. A complimentary drink is served on arrival and the bar is open for you to relax on board prior to departure. The conference dinner cruise is scheduled for the evening of Day 1.
What Will You See / Do
Enjoy a fantastic evening of calm water cruising with entertainment, delicious 3 course buffet meal and fabulous views, including sunset over the rainforest-clad mountains (depending on the time of year). Starting at Marlin Marina, Spirit of Cairns takes you on a journey deep into the interior of Trinity Inlet and its winding tributaries. Keep your eyes peeled, you might even see a crocodile. The cruise passes along Cairns’ waterfront and Esplanade precinct, delivering panoramic views of the twinkling night lights of this port city.
What Do You Need To Bring / Wear
Yourself and your smile, for a great evening ahead. Tropical cocktail attire is suggested, with a light jacket for the winter months. Footwear is mandatory, with suitable shoes for boating recommended. Although it’s a calm water cruise, you will find it more comfortable moving around the boat in flat rubber soled shoes. Don’t forget to bring a little cash, EFTPOS or credit card for your bar purchases.
Highlights & Inclusions
A 2.5 hour calm water sunset / evening cruise
Luxurious air-conditioned vessel
Large outdoor decks
Complimentary glass of sparkling wine, beer or soft drink on arrival
Delicious hot and cold 3 course buffet, featuring fresh seafood and local produce
Live Music by some of Cairns’ best musicians
GUEST SPEAKERS
The 14th Closing the Gap Indigenous Health Conference is blessed with a kaleidoscope of First Nations guest speakers, sharing stories, successes and challenges they’ve overcome, presenting great opportunities and inspiration for delegates to participate in an event that is devoted to the sharing of Culture, Empowerment, Education & Networking. Drawn from a variety of cultural backgrounds, professional careers and grass-roots community commitments, this year’s conference speakers are the difference between an ordinary and extraordinary event; one that is soon forgotten and one which lingers in attendees' memories, a source of tremendous benefit long after the conference is over.
To view each speaker’s profile, please Click Here
REGISTRATION
Register early to get a discount! Please note that registrations are set out in an affordable way for organisations, which changes on a monthly basis. Hence the earlier you register, the more savings for your organisation. Registration fees include all-day access to the event, available conference papers, daily lunch and refreshments for registered delegates only. Fees do not include travel costs or accommodation. Registration fees must be received within 7 DAYS of being issued an invoice. Otherwise, bookings will not be considered. To register, please click on the registration button and complete the form or you can also request a conference brochure and the registration form to be sent to you by email at adminics@iinet.net.au
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING (FOR YOUR EMPLOYER
As an employee, we are asked to present valid reasons why we should attend. Listed below are valid points that can be raised with your employer to justify your attendance.
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Staff attending conferences regularly tends to become long term employees
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An event such as this adds to the positive morale of staff
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Conferences are a great way of providing ongoing training
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Provides the opportunity to further enhance the organisation knowledge base
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The opportunity for saving organisations money because of the shortness of the event
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Allows delegates to showcase the organisation nationally and internationally
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May provide organisations with new ideas
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Gives organisations a showcase and voice at a national level
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Provide an opportunity to evaluate various programs
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Because this event is conducted over a short period, staff are only absent for a minimal number of days
YOUR INVITATION
We wish to invite Indigenous and non-Indigenous worker from Australia and throughout to attend the conference to share and gather information. We also extend an invitation to participants to join us at the conference dinner in a relaxed atmosphere.
Who: Individuals, Groups, NGO’s, Government Agencies & Others
When: SEPTEMBER 20-22.2023
Where: PULLMAN CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL HOTEL
Time: 9.00am – 5.00pm
WARNING: Limited availability. Please register online or contact us via email.
TRAVEL
One of the prohibitive factors in attending a conference is the airfare component. Our company strives in making our event a lesser burden on the individual or organisation by negotiating competitive and affordable travel packages. All of our bookings is made through First Nations Travel, a new 100% indigenous owned travel agency for stress-free and corporate travel bookings. Please phone us on +61 4557 76 668 or send us your expression of interest by email: adminics@iinet.net.au
MONEY SAVING IDEAS
The event secretary has come up with some great ideas on how to save money for you and your organisation.
1. ACCOMMODATION: We have negotiated a special room rate for delegates at the venue, please quote code INDCONF2021 to avail for the special rate.
2. TRAVEL: We have engaged First Nations Travel Agency to negotiate with all the relevant airlines for discounted airfare & hotel rates.
3. CONCESSION: A special registration rate for university students is being offered for a flat rate of $650
ACCOMMODATION
Another prohibitive factor in attending a conference is the hotel component. Our company strives in making our event a lesser burden on the individual or organisation by negotiating competitive and affordable travel packages. Indigenous Conference Services (Australia) also recognises that some NGO’s or other agencies will need to seek additional funding to attend, therefore First Nations Travel Agency quotation can be made out to either pay ASAP or to consider the time that is required to obtain funding. For the best possible airfares and seat availability, please confirm your attendance ASAP.
VISA TO AUSTRALIA - PLEASE FOLLOW TRAVEL ADVISORY FROM AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY NEAR YOU
If you are an international guest or speaker, please note that citizens of some countries require visas before entering Australia. To obtain an Australian Visa, you may require a letter of invitation from the conference secretariat. To obtain the letter of invitation, the guest must have registered for the conference and paid the required conference cost. This is refundable if visas are not approved, you should allow a minimum of 60 days for visa processing at the nearest Australian Embassy. Please note, processing visa documents in some countries may take longer, depending on your country of origin. Visas can be obtained online from the Australian Federal Government's Department of Home Affairs website at this link https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder/visit#
SPONSORING THE CONFERENCE
ICS Conferences have developed flexible sponsorship packages to sponsor the conference either in part or in full. Sponsorship is a great way of promoting your organisation/ company/ department to all delegates attending the conference. Sponsorship opportunities are only open to businesses and private enterprise, not individuals. Indigenous Conference Services (Australia) will be of further assistance in tailoring your sponsorship arrangement. Please phone us on +61 4557 76 668 or send us your expression of interest by email: adminics@iinet.net.au
CONTACT US
ICS-MEES Pty Ltd
Indigenous Conference Services (Australia)
Postal Address: 8 Guthrie Close Bentley Park 4869 QLD
Email: adminics@iinet.net.au
Phone: 07 40009111, 04557 76 668
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