AUSIT QLD Branch - 10th Mini-Conference

Registrations close 11:59 PM 21 August 2024

Don't miss the 10th AUSIT QLD Mini-Conference on August 24th, 2024 at the picturesque University of Queensland. Connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and build lasting relationships. This is not just a conference; it's a community experience where you can grow and thrive in your career. Be a part of this exciting day of learning and professional growth in the beautiful surroundings of the University of Queensland St Lucia campus.

The Queensland Branch cordially invites you to join us for the 10th Mini-Conference, a full day of keynotes, workshops, panel discussions and networking opportunities that will tackle current and pressing topics for our profession, bring practitioners together to meet and share experiences, and earn 20 PD points.

Presented in partnership with the University of Queensland and hosted by its School of Languages and Cultures, this year marks the return of this annual event since the COVID-19 lockdowns. The mini-conference will delve into current topics such as AI and technology, ethics, accessibility and business, featuring speakers from across the state including:

This will also be an opportunity to spend the day in the company of colleagues and strengthen the bonds of our professional interpreter and translator community.

Registrations close on August 21. Your registration also includes morning tea, lunch and tea/coffee. Please include any special dietary requirements in your registration details.

If you have any questions about this event, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the QLD branch via email.

AUSIT Miniconference Program.pdf

Public transport to the venue

St Lucia campus is conveniently serviced by more than 10 direct bus routes from the Brisbane CBD and outer suburbs. The nearest train stations to the St Lucia campus are Toowong, Park Road and Dutton Park. The University of Queensland has a CityCat Ferry Terminal at the St Lucia campus.

St Lucia campus is easily accessed by bicycle, with a safe riverside bicycle path in Toowong, and the Eleanor Schonell Bridge in Dutton Park connecting the campus to the Brisbane CBD and surrounding suburbs.

For more public transport information, visit the UQ map here.

Venue parking information

Free parking is available at St Lucia campus on Saturdays.

For more information, please visit the UQ parking map here.

PD Logbook

20 PD for full-day attendance. Intermediate PD level.
Please  consult the NAATI Recertification Catalogue to allocate the relevant PD Points - downloadable from www.naati.com.au Some activities can be included under different categories, so please choose the most appropriate category for your recertification purposes.

Certificates and recordings
Certificates for PD purposes may take approximately two (2) weeks to be released following the event.

Please note:  If you wish to attend the QLD AGM ONLY, then click here. 

This is a face-to-face event and will not be recorded.

Not a member of AUSIT?

Join us to benefit from discounted member fees and future opportunities! When you sign up as an AUSIT Member you will pay lower fees for our Professional Development workshops and social events - Click HERE to find out more.