SPA and NZSTA 2019 Joint Conference

When
2/06/2019 - 6/07/2019
Where
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre Corner Merivale and Glenelg Streets South Bank BRISBANE QLD 4000

Program

   

Sunday, 02 June 2019

Description
Good for business: Collaboration and support in private practice (W). Includes morning tea
Time
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
9:30 AM

1:45 PM

1:45 PM

Enjoy a drink after you have collected your registration pack. Take the time to network with your exhibitors, your colleagues and catch-up with old friends. The winners of the 'Bridge climb' and 'wheel ride' will be drawn during the Pre-registration, so please ensure you are in attendance.

The 2019 Joint Conference Welcome Reception will be held at Brisbane City Hall which is one of Queensland's most significant heritage and cultural icons and has social and historical importance for locals, particularly those whose families helped in its design and construction. Since its opening in 1930, Brisbane City Hall has been a symbol of civic pride and over the years it has become one of Brisbane's greatest icons and community meeting places. The building has played an important role in the lives of our local community in times of war, peace, celebration and refuge and has rightly earned the title of the 'People's Place'. Brisbane City Hall is home to Brisbane's civic, community, artistic and social life and has hosted many famous guests. The BCEC is situated alongside the Brisbane River (indigenous name Maiwar) and a 20 minute walk to Brisbane City Hall. Coaches will depart BCEC at 6.15pm and 6.30pm for a 5 minute drive to Brisbane City Hall for those delegates who would prefer to ride. Finger food and drinks will be served, plus the opportunity to network informally with fellow delegates, sponsors and exhibitors. Coaches will return delegates to the BCEC at 8.15pm and 8.30pm.
Time
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
5:00 PM

Monday, 03 June 2019

Description
Welcome to the Engaging Collaborating Empowering Joint Conference. We open with the Welcome to country performance by the Ipswich State High School and a response from Rukingi Haupapa, NZSTA elders and board. Stay with us for the launch of the Reconciliation Action Plan presented by SPA National President Gaenor Dixon, who will then go onto officially open this years conference alongside the NZSTA President Annette Rotherham.
Time
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM
8:30 AM

Technology can change everything, or not: The case of ebooks for shared reading
Time
9:20 AM - 10:30 AM
9:20 AM

11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

11:00 AM

Members working in private practice are invited to meet with Nichola Harris (SPA's Manager, Professional Practice) who will provide an update about resources for private providers from National Office She will be joined by two speakers: Anna Pannuzzo (WorkPlacePLUS) who will provide members with information about all matters to do with employment including awards, contracts and all matters HR. Jacqui Attard, Realise Business - a not for profit government funded organisation. Jacqui will provide members with information about the SPA X Realise Business new business coaching course that will be open to members in July 2019. Lunch will be available outside the session room. However, if you have a special dietary requirement you will need to collect this from the exhibition hall first.
Time
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
12:45 PM

He Kete Whanaungatanga is a R?p?/group of M?ori and non-M?ori SLTs who collectively guide the Association. The goal is to have He Kete assists NZSTA projects from inception through to completion to ensure a bi-cultural and equitable lens is present. The Expert Adviser Group has a role providing advice and guidance of best practice and professional development for members. They are called upon for their evidence-based opinions on matters that arise from media, public and government enquiries and contribute to Parliamentary submissions.
Time
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
12:45 PM

Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

2:00 PM

Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
4:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
4:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
4:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
4:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
4:00 PM

Help us celebrate the Association's 2018 achievements and recognise some of the outstanding members of our profession, at the Annual General Meeting.
Time
5:45 PM - 7:00 PM
5:45 PM

The NZSTA Executive Board welcome NZSTA members and New Zealand delegates for drinks on Monday evening. This will be a time to connect and relax at the end of the conference day.
Time
5:45 PM - 7:00 PM
5:45 PM

Tuesday, 04 June 2019

Description
Welcome to this breakfast. This is the second time this event will be held at the National Conference. It is an initiative from the Early Career Reference Group and sponsored by Guild Insurance. At the breakfast, participants will hear from: " Anna Pannuzzo, WorkPlacePLUS who will speak about the National Award and all matters pertaining to employment in both the private and public sectors. " Leigh Harper, Client Partner Manager, Guild Insurance, who will speak about professional indemnity and liability insurance. " Nichola Harris, Manger, Professional Practice, National office, who will speak about resources produced by Speech Pathology Australia and the Early Career Reference Group. Participants will also have an opportunity to ask questions, network with peers and discuss issues that are relevant to this community, as well as enjoy a delicious light breakfast.
Time
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM
7:30 AM

9:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

The workshop will provide an opportunity for members to explore current and future standards of ethical and professional speech pathology practice and to contribute to the development of a revised version of the Code of Ethics. Please collect your lunch prior to attending this session.
Time
4/06/2019 12:45 PM - 6/09/2019 1:45 PM
12:45 PM

In many Majority-world (developing) countries, the profession of speech therapy is in its infancy. Whilst volunteering, Australian Government placement programs and student mobility programs are on the rise, barriers and facilitators of these services especially in regards to sustainability exist. There are many considerations in the provision of services in Majority-world countries with respect to the community receiving the service (such as sustainability of the service, gain and impact on the community) and the individual participating in the activity (such as motivation to participate, cultural preparedness, and short and long term life-changing effects). The aim of this presentation is to present the experiences and models of capacity building speech therapy services implemented by Australian Speech Pathologists in some Majority world countries and highlight the ways they have ensured sustainability. The gains of volunteering and working in a global context and the barriers and facilitators to service delivery will be highlighted. Please collect your lunch prior to attending this session.
Time
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
12:45 PM

2:00 PM

3:30 PM

3:30 PM

Time
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
3:30 PM

Time
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
3:30 PM

Geneva Hakaraia-Tino, NZSTA's Giving Voice ambassador and an AAC user will facilitate a consumer panel. Geneva will be joined by three consumers: Rukingi Haupapa, Vikesh Anand and Kellie Christie. The panel will share their experiences of engaging with speech language therapy/pathology services. They will challenge us to reflect on how well we are really doing at engaging, connecting with, and empowering our clients and their family/whanau.
Time
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
3:30 PM

Time
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
5:15 PM

University staff is invited to join the SPA Board for drinks and nibbles.
Time
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
6:15 PM

Wednesday, 05 June 2019

Description
Liz Ward and Clare Burns replacing Marian Brady's Keynote
Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM

Linda Worrall replacing Marian Brady's keynote ceremony
Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM

4:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM

Time
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
4:00 PM

Close of Engaging Collaborating Empowering and launch of 2020 National Conference - Darwin
Time
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
5:00 PM

The Guild Insurance Conference Dinner will be held in the Plaza Terrace Ballroom of the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, and it will provide a superb end to the Engaging Collaborating Empowering conference. As speechies we are called to help others, and the theme for this year's conference dinner is 'Unleash your superpower'. This theme is the chance to embrace our SP/SLT superpowers and to celebrate the heroes in each of us. So why not come dressed as someone (or something) that empowers you? Or come dressed to impress as a hero that inspires you: fictional or real, past or present! You can dress as simply or elaborately as you like. Entertainment options for the night include the photobooth (sponsored by Guild Insurance) so be sure to capture your old and new collaborations here! For those trivia buffs, brush up on your general knowledge and be ready to engage with those around you for an Australia vs New Zealand quiz. Finally, get ready to be empowered with music entertainment by Chris Tamwoy. Chris is nationally and internationally recognised for his music, and after spending his childhood with his family in the Torres Strait Islands, he is now a proud ambassador for his Culture and Country. Chris will provide entertainment during dinner with his unique playing style and sound. After dinner, it will be time to put on your dancing shoes and bust some moves on the dancefloor with DJ Diggler. Be ready to unleash your inner superhero and embrace your speechie superpowers in a fun-filled night. The 2019 conference dinner is one not to be missed! The Guild Insurance Conference Dinner is included with all Full Practicing, Non certified and Re-entry members and Non-member conference registrations. Additional tickets can be purchased for this event by seeing Colleen at the Conference Registration Desk before 11am Monday.
Time
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
7:00 PM

The Guild Insurance Conference Dinner will be held in the Plaza Terrace Ballroom of the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, and it will provide a superb end to the Engaging Collaborating Empowering conference. As speechies we are called to help others, and the theme for this year's conference dinner is 'Unleash your superpower'. This theme is the chance to embrace our SP/SLT superpowers and to celebrate the heroes in each of us. So why not come dressed as someone (or something) that empowers you? Or come dressed to impress as a hero that inspires you: fictional or real, past or present! You can dress as simply or elaborately as you like. Entertainment options for the night include the photobooth (sponsored by Guild Insurance) so be sure to capture your old and new collaborations here! For those trivia buffs, brush up on your general knowledge and be ready to engage with those around you for an Australia vs New Zealand quiz. Finally, get ready to be empowered with music entertainment by Chris Tamwoy. Chris is nationally and internationally recognised for his music, and after spending his childhood with his family in the Torres Strait Islands, he is now a proud ambassador for his Culture and Country. Chris will provide entertainment during dinner with his unique playing style and sound. After dinner, it will be time to put on your dancing shoes and bust some moves on the dancefloor with DJ Diggler. Be ready to unleash your inner superhero and embrace your speechie superpowers in a fun-filled night. The 2019 conference dinner is one not to be missed! The Guild Insurance Conference Dinner is included with all Full Practicing, Non certified and Re-entry members and Non-member conference registrations. Additional tickets can be purchased for this event by seeing Colleen at the Conference Registration Desk before 11am Monday.
Time
7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
7:00 PM

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