Australian Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools (APACS)

National Conference for 2025

20-21st October 2025

Grand Chancellor Hotel, Hobart, Tasmania

The Tasmanian School Psychology Association (TSPA) is thrilled to be hosting this year’s APACS Conference: ENGAGE. ENRICH. EMPOWER.

This conference will bring together school psychologists, counsellors, leadership and support staff from across the country, with an aim of fostering professional growth, sharing insights, and developing strategies to improve outcomes for students’ mental health, education and overall wellbeing. Our theme, "Engage, Enrich, Empower”, is designed to nurture minds and inspire growth. We aim to provide a platform for learning and collaboration, offering attendees with valuable workshops, keynote speeches, access to the latest research and networking opportunities.
As a small Tasmanian organisation, we are grateful for the opportunity to welcome visitors to our state and are passionate about making this event a success.

Conference Program

We are excited to bring you Our Conference Program. Download it here.

This will be your one stop shop for information during the conference and includes detailed overviews of all sessions and poster presentations.

A PDF of the timetable can be downloaded here.

3-5pm - Welcome Drinks, Canapes, Live Music
Conference Registration Open
8am - Registration Open
8.30am - Conference Welcome
Keynote 1
Morning Tea
Sessions & Workshop
Lunch
Sessions & Workshop
6pm - Conference Dinner at The Henry Jones Hotel
8.30am - Welcome
Keynote 2
Morning Tea
Sessions & Workshop
Lunch
Sessions & Panel
4.30pm - Conference Close

Conference Tickets & Dinner

2 Day Conference Ticket

- Welcome drinks Sunday 19th October
- Attendance at the conference on Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st, including; a full program of engaging speakers, optional workshops, research and expo stalls and daily catering
$800
APACS Offer
APACS Affiliates receive 15% off registration fees, reducing tickets to $680. Check recent newsletters for the discount code.
1 Day Conference Ticket

- Welcome drinks on Sunday 19th October
- Attendance on either Day One or Day Two (Monday 20th or Tuesday 21st of October) including a full program of engaging speakers, optional workshops, research and expo stalls and catering.
$400
APACS Offer
APACS Affiliates receive 15% off registration fees, reducing tickets to $340. Check recent newsletters for the discount code.
Conference Dinner

Join us to celebrate with a 3-course dinner and drinks on Monday 21st October.
VENUE: The Atrium at Henry Jones Art Hotel from 6pm.
Dinner Tickets $150

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Our Keynote Speakers

Dr Billy Garvey

Paediatrician & Author
Dr Scott Griffiths

Associate Professor

Meet our full line up of speakers here

Conference Venue and FAQs

Our conference is being held at the Grand Chancellor Hotel, Hobart. The hotel is centrally located on Hobart’s waterfront and there is a discounted rate on accommodation for all delegates.

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OUR SPONSORS

APACS

Australian Psychologists & Counsellors in Schools
Tasmanian Government

The Tasmanian Government’s Business Events Attraction Fund (BEAF) is delivered through Business Events Tasmania.
Business Events Tasmania

The Tasmanian Government’s BEAF is delivered through Business Events Tasmania.
AEDPA

Australian Educational and Developmental Psychology Association