Welcoming Australia Symposium 2027

The Welcoming Australia Symposium brings together international, national and local practitioners, policy-makers, researchers, business innovators and civic leaders to share and discuss the challenges, benefits and opportunities of migration, settlement, cultural diversity and inclusion. 4 May 2027 - 5.30pm - 7.30pm - Opening Reception 5 May 2027 - 9:00am - 4:30pm Symposium Day 1 6 May 2027 - 9:00am - 4:30pm Symposium Day 2 Two-day event featuring international guest speakers, presentations on leading practice and panel discussions. All tickets include entry to the Opening Reception including the presentation of Welcoming Cities Awards and Welcoming Australia Medal. The event is catered and dietary requirements can be specified in the registration process. The 2027 Opening Reception on 4th May will be held at Melbourne Town Hall The Symposium on 5th & 6th May will be held at Zinc @ Fed Square Ticket Prices (inc. Opening Reception, Symposium + Catering) Individual Ticket Prices: Super Early Bird - book before 20 November 2026 to secure 2026 prices! $449 Early bird (21 November 2026 to 15 January 2027): $499 2027 Release (16 January to 28 Feb 2027): $569 Standard (1 Mar to 18 April 2027): $629 Final Release (from 19 April 2027): $669 Group Ticket Prices: 2027 Release (16 January to 28 Feb 2027): $549 Standard (from 1 March): $599 Single Day Ticket Price: $369 Applications for Full and Partial Scholarships available for individuals and small NGOs, as well as volunteer expression of interest, will be opened later in 2026 Can't get to Melbourne? Join us on the live stream Livestream and watch party tickets will be released in 2027