CNSA & ICCN 2025 Congress

Dates: 18-21 June 2025
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre, Australia

Global Voices, Local Actions: From Inspiration to Implementation

We are so excited to welcome you to the 2025 Annual Congress, a collaborative event between the Cancer Nurses Society of Australia (CNSA) and the International Society of Nurses in Cancer Care (ISNCC) focussed on the theme of Global Voices, Local Actions: From Inspiration to Implementation.

CNSA is privileged to partner with ISNCC for this landmark event and and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to host cancer nurses from around the world here in Australia. Following a successful event in in 2024 centred on Innovative Quality Care in a Digital Era, we will be returning to the Adelaide Convention Centre for this combined international Congress.

In this era of global connectivity, we see the Congress as a way of showcasing the important role of cancer nurses across the world – and providing a forum to share the nurse-led innovations and interventions that can be implemented in local healthcare settings.

For our dedicated Cancer nurses, this congress holds special significance. For many, it will be their only chance to attend an international conference. It will provide a platform to gain insights, share experiences, and build connections with international peers who are delivering exceptional care for those affected by cancer. Together, we will champion nurse-led care and translate global ideas into practical solutions that are advancing the landscape of cancer treatment, in an attempt to deliver equity in outcomes for all people affected by cancer.

This year’s congress features several enhancements to boost our delegate experience. We have extended the program by an additional half-day to offer more sessions and learning opportunities, and attendees will benefit from a broader range of international keynote speakers, sharing their knowledge and insights. This event also presents a unique chance to network with peers from around the world, as we all work towards our shared goal of improving outcomes for people affected by cancer.

We can’t wait to see you there.

360 Degree Anterior and Lateral Skull Base Dissection Course
Queensland Skull Base Unit in association with Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery and Neurosurgery

Dates: June 26 · 8pm – June 28 · 5pm AEST
Venue: University of Queensland
Department of Anatomy & Developmental Biology Otto Hirschfield Building Saint Lucia, QLD 4072

View the full NSU program here

IAOO 2025 

Dates: Wednesday 16 July – Saturday 19 July
Venue: Liverpool, UK

The International Academy of Oral Oncology (IAOO) is a multi-disciplinary community of clinicians and scientists working on issues relating to the etiopathogenesis, epidemiology, prevention and management or oral and perioral tumours of oral disease in patients with malignancies. IAOO exists to bring together clinicians and scientists working in the fiels of oral oncology, so that advances in medical science can be made and translated speedily into benefits for patients.

The World Congress of the Academy is an opportunity for the IAOO community to meet and exchange ideas and innovation in the field of oral oncology. The Congress is the only global gathering of Head and Neck Surgeons, Radiation and Medical Oncologists, Maxillo-Facial Surgeons, Otorhinolaryngologists and all other allied specialists in oral cancer care.

A world-class Scientific Programme and accompanying Social Programme, inclusive and accessible to all, is being planned by the Local Organising Committee for IAOO 2025 in Liverpool, UK.

“From in-person in Liverpool, online and available across the World, sharing the best scientific and educational content available to all healthcare professionals involved in the management of oral malignency”.

We look forward to welcoming you to Liverpool in 2025.

ANZHNCS ASM 2025

Dates: Friday 29 – Sunday 31 August 2025
Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide, South Australia
Theme: Shaping the Future of Head and Neck Cancer Treatment

Head and neck cancer has significant patient morbidity and mortality requiring complex multi-disciplinary care. This was the impetus for forming our society back in 1998 with the goal of promoting quality care for all head and neck cancer patients. The ASM brings us together to share our passion and expertise with the latest advances in treatment of this terrible cancer. This is an exciting time for our patients with the emergence of new therapies such as immunotherapy, FLASH radiotherapy, de-escalation trials, new surgical technologies, and recognition of the importance of survivorship, improving surveillance, providing best supportive care, and improving the quality of life for our patients.

The Adelaide ASM will include pre-meeting workshops on Thursday 28 August 2025, including a Multi-disciplinary Supportive Care and Survivorship Workshop, convened by Dr Lee Pryor and Tracey Nicholls in conjunction with keynote speaker Professor Jo Patterson, and an exciting opportunity for a tour of the new Australian Bragg Centre for Proton Therapy and Research organised by A/Prof Hien Le.

We have an exciting line up of invited keynote speakers who will share their expert knowledge and experience with us in Adelaide.

Inaugural Head and Neck Cancer Gala

Dates: Saturday, 1 November 2025
Venue: Strangers’ Dining Room, NSW Parliament House

Jointly hosted by the Australian and New Zealand Head & Neck Cancer Society and Head and Neck Cancer Australia, the inaugural Head and Neck Cancer Gala is the first event of its kind in Australia dedicated to raising vital funds for research and patient support to help people affected by Head and Neck Cancer now and into the future.

This event is about more than just fine dining, great company and raising funds. It is also a chance to come together as a community to recognise the incredible dedication of those working to improve the lives of people affected by Head and Neck Cancer.

We are also delighted to be launching the inaugural Head and Neck Cancer Awards recognising two individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to improving outcomes for people with Head and Neck Cancer. Award nominations open now!

ANZHNCS ASM 2027

Dates: August 2027 (dates to be confirmed)
Venue: Perth, Western Australia (venue to be confirmed)
Convenor: Professor Camile Farah
Theme: Innovation, Precision, and Impact: Advancing Head and Neck Cancer Care

The field of head and neck oncology is increasingly focused on tailoring treatment to individual patients based on their tumour characteristics, genetic makeup, and other factors. Head and neck cancer treatment is seeing rapid advancements in areas like immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and new surgical techniques. Our ultimate goal is to improve patient survival rates and quality of life. Our theme highlights the importance of precision in diagnosis and treatment planning, the need for ongoing innovation in the field, and the progress being made towards these goals.

The Perth ASM promises to bring together leaders in head and neck oncology in the beautiful surrounds of Western Australia and all it has to offer.

The preliminary program will explore:

• Discussions on the latest advancements in surgical techniques, such as robotic surgery and minimally invasive approaches.
• Presentations on the use of advanced imaging and diagnostic tools, including AI-powered image analysis.
• Insights into the use of immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and new drug development in head and neck cancer.
• Case studies and best practices in multidisciplinary care.
• Global perspectives on the challenges and successes in head and neck cancer treatment.
• Workshops on advanced diagnostic methods, early detection, and imaging.
• Discussions on patient experiences, access to care, and the impact of treatment on quality of life.

We are excited to bring the meeting back to Perth and look forward to hosting you. Plan ahead and take the time to create an unforgettable holiday in WA.