The 2026 SESA Biennial Conference takes place on 11–14 November at Nyaal Banyul Convention Centre in Geelong, Victoria. This is the Shoulder and Elbow Society of Australia’s major biennial meeting. Early registration closed on 9 October; confirm current registration with the conference organizer. The delegate form requires non-member guests to have a member invitation and presidential approval.
This closed society conference requires non-member guests to name an inviting SESA member and receive presidential approval. Confirm acceptance and remaining places directly; a delegate form or published tariff does not establish an available place. Registration evidence checked 2026-11-04: official status source ↗.
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Registration and programme answers
Can a non-member attend SESA 2026 in Geelong?
The conference is described as a closed society meeting. Its delegate form requires a non-member to name the SESA member inviting them as a guest, with presidential approval required. A published non-member tariff does not establish unrestricted admission.
Are GST, workshops and hotel rooms included in SESA fees?
The form states AUD prices excluding GST. It requires one industry workshop selection per round. The reserved Crowne Plaza and Novotel accommodation blocks are sold out; alternative rooms require an availability enquiry. Confirm your chosen workshop and final tax-inclusive charge before paying.
Who handles SESA registration and cancellation questions?
Contact sesa@tayloredimages.com.au or +61 7 3366 2205. The form states no registration refunds after 9 October 2026. Early registration closing is separate from current seat availability; ask the organizer to confirm acceptance.
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Applicant information & evidence
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Venue and registration timing
Nyaal Banyul Convention Centre, Geelong, Victoria, 11–14 November 2026. Early registration closed on 9 October 2026; the conference page does not say whether registration remains open and does not state fees or CPD points.
Non-members must name a SESA member who invited them as a guest. Non-member invitations require presidential approval; published tariffs do not establish unrestricted attendance.
The Crowne Plaza and Novotel reserved accommodation blocks are sold out; other rooms require enquiry and availability confirmation. The delegate form asks for one industry workshop per round.
No registration refunds after 9 October 2026. Contact sesa@tayloredimages.com.au or +61 7 3366 2205 about acceptance, workshop allocation and accommodation.
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