2026

OPTOMETRY CLINICAL CONFERENCE

Today, Tomorrow, Together.

Brisbane Convention and exhibition Centre
Sunday 9 - Monday 10 August 2026

This premier in person conference brings together the latest innovations in eye care, offering an invaluable opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field.

With cutting-edge research, interactive workshops, and insightful presentations, the conference is designed to enhance your clinical skills and keep you at the forefront of optometry practice. Whether you're a seasoned professional or early in your career, this event is your chance to connect with peers, expand your knowledge, and shape the future of optometry.

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The opportunity to meet CPD requirements

OCC 2026 has been Quality Assured for 21 CPD hours. Due to concurrent sessions and workshops, delegates can claim up to 14 CPD hours, depending on the sessions attended.

New Zealand optometrists will be able to log their CPD hours directly through the ODOB portal. Details will be provided during sessions at the conference.

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What’s on at the Optometry Clinical Conference?

The Optometry Clinical Conference 2026 will unite a diverse range of professionals from the optical industry, including optometrists, optical dispensers, ophthalmologists, orthoptists, practice staff, retailers, and students. This engaging and informative conference offers a fantastic opportunity to learn, shop, and network over the course of two exciting days.

Registration to the Optometry Clinical Conference (fees apply) includes trade expo entry. If you are a practice staff member you can register to attend the trade expo only, for free.

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Meet our Speakers

Outstanding learning opportunities from clinical experts locally and internationally.
We’re excited to introduce hands-on skills workshops, providing practical, immersive learning opportunities that allow participants to explore key areas of practice in depth. These workshops go beyond the conventional lecture format, equipping optometrists with tangible skills they can apply immediately in their work.
Delegates will have the opportunity to hear from esteemed keynote speakers, leading voices in both optometry and the broader health sector.
The Optometry Clinical Conference also features the largest trade exhibition of all the Optometry Australia events, where attendees can engage directly with exhibitors and thought leaders, fostering meaningful connections and gaining cutting-edge insights.
Access is free with registration to the conference and available throughout the event, allowing you to visit at your convenience.

Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians across the lands and waterways where we work, learn and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging and express our gratitude for their continuing custodianship. We honour the unique cultural and spiritual relationships that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have with knowledge, education and the land. Click here to learn more.