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.

Program

Download our full program here

When tickets are purchased delegates are invited to select whether they would like to attend the two-hour EMPOWER workshops (capped at 40 people) or two separate one-hour sessions. Please note, some sessions in the ENGAGE stream are designed primarily for psychologists and allied health professionals engaged in clinical work with young people (these are indicated by “clinical focus”). The ENRICH stream is focused more on any staff working in school communities.

  • Welcome Drinks

    Registration

  • Registration

    Welcome

    Keynote 1

    Morning Tea

    Sessions & Workshop

    Lunch

    Sessions & Workshop

    Conference Dinner

  • Welcome

    Keynote 2

    Morning Tea

    Sessions & Workshop

    Lunch

    Sessions & Panel

    Close

Conference Tickets & Packages

  • 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

    Delegates are invited to join us for a Dinner Celebration on Monday 21st October.

    VENUE: The Atrium at Henry Jones Art Hotel.

    FOOD: Dinner tickets include a 3-course alternative drop menu; showcasing some of the best local produce that Tasmania has to offer. All dietary requirements will be accommodated.

    DRINKS: A range of wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages will be included.

    ENTERTAINMENT: We will have live music, an MC and a guest speaker for the evening. More details on these are coming soon.

    OTHER: We hope the night can be an opportunity to relax, network and celebrate all the hard work that we do. We will ensure everyone has someone to sit with and it is an inclusive evening.

    $150

Purchase your tickets now

Conference Venue

Our conference is being held at the Grand Chancellor Hotel, Hobart. The hotel is centrally located on Hobart’s waterfront and offers breathtaking views of the stunning Hobart Harbour, the cityscape, or majestic kunanyi / Mount Wellington. It’s also a short walk from the city's hotspots, including Salamanca, Battery Point, CBD & shopping precinct, and the ever-popular MONA ferry.

Travelling to the Venue
Rise share and public transport, including Taxi, Uber, and the Metro Bus Service are suitable options if staying in Greater Hobart or beyond. If you are staying on The Eastern Shore, you can take the Derwent Ferry Service from Bellerive to Brooke Street Pier and then take a 10 minute stroll to The Grand Chancellor.

Parking
There are several convenient parking options located close to the Hobart waterfront and CBD. Popular choices for conference delegates include carparks run by Sultan Parking (Market Place) and the Hobart City Council (Argyle Street, Centrepoint, and Hobart Central). These facilities are all within easy walking distance of major venues, hotels, and attractions. Daily rates and long-stay options are available, and most accept card payments. We recommend checking availability and pricing in advance.

Accommodation at the Grand Chancellor
Delegates can redeem a special rate at The Grand Chancellor for the duration of the conference. Rooms are to be booked by delegates and access to the special rate can be found by clicking the link below (ensure you scroll down and select “access special rates here”).

 

Our Keynote Speakers

  • Dr Billy Garvey

    Paediatrician & Author

  • Dr Scott Griffiths

    Associate Professor

Meet the Conference Committee

  • Kelsey Odgers

    President

  • Morgan Norris

    Treasurer

  • Courtney Hartog

    Secretary

  • Nicole Young

    Committee Member

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