ACRL26
Aged Care Recreation
& Lifestyle Conference
Innovation & Excellence
May 13 + 14, 2026
Join us for the return of the Aged Care Recreation & Lifestyle (ACRL) Conference—a dedicated event for professionals passionate about enhancing quality of life in aged care. Designed for lifestyle coordinators, diversional therapists, recreation staff, and care managers, this inspiring conference is a celebration of Innovation & Excellence in aged care engagement and practice.
ACRL26 Prester Expression of Interest
Are you ready to share your knowledge and insights with professionals in the Aged and Health Care sectors? We invite you to express your interest in presenting at the ACRL26 Conference.
We are seeking passionate professionals who want to contribute to impactful conversations at our conferences. The "preliminary list" of topics for sessions are listed below or we welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas for conference presentations.
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Community integration programs
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Resident / family led programs
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Strategies & programs to involve all staff
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Use of technology
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Research, data led innovation, studies
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Professional Development
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Leading & strengthening teams
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Mental Health & Recreation
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Rural, regional perspectives
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Life beyond the Calendar
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Time & energy allocation - increasing 'productivity', enhancing outcomes
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Assessments & link to practice / programs
EVENT DETAILS
WHEN
Wednesday 13th & Thursday 14th
May, 2026
WHERE
Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne
649 Bridge Rd, Richmond, VIC 3121
P 03 9246 1200
PRICE
TBC
CPD HOURS
Day 1 = 6.5 CPD hours
Day 2 = 5.5 CPD hours
PARKING
On site parking available for a reduced rate.
TRANSPORT
Tram 48 and 75 from the city runs along Bridge Road and the stop is in front of the hotel – stop 22. Hawthorn and Burnley train stations are approx. 10 minute walk from the hotel. For more information go to ptv.vic.gov.au
ACCOMMODATION
Amora Hotel Riverwalk offers on site accommodation (please contact them directly for rates/availability). Alternatively, due to the proximity to the CBD, there are plenty of airbnb, hotel and serviced apartments options available near by.
EVENT TERMS + CONDITIONS
ACRL26 TRADE OPPORTUNITIES
For ACRL26, we are anticipating 6-10 trade displays and approx. 70-90 delegates.
Trade Display Pricing
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1 representative in attendance - $880 plus GST
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2 representatives in attendance - $1080 plus GST
2026 Trade Inclusions
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Excellent positioning of trade displays to enhance exposure to delegates
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Full catering provided for trade representative(s) in attendance
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Dressed table, chair(s), power available
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Delegate attendance list (subject to individual delegate approval)
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If space permits trade display representatives can attend conference sessions.
Additional Trade Package Options
Option 1 - Major Sponsor (1 only)
Inclusions:
- Trade table with all inclusions listed above (with 2 representatives)
- 2 min presentation prior to Morning Tea on Day 1 with holding slide
- Dedicated EDM with prime release date: click here for EDM details.
- Sponsor logo on Web site & in all electronic marketing for the conference
Investment: $3,600 plus GST
Option 2 - Trade + EDM Package (2 only)
Inclusions:
- Trade table with all inclusions listed above (with 2 representatives)
- Dedicated EDM for your organisation: Click here for full details
- Optimal dates available for EDM release
- Prime opportunity to increase engagement prior to the Conference
Investment: $2,400 plus GST
CONTACT US
All Enquiries to the AHCE Team - contact@agedandhealthcareeducation.com.au
OR
Wayne Woff Senior Consultant
0422 484 209 | wayne@agedandhealthcareeducation.com.au |
