FOCUS26 - Elevating practices, empowering physiotherapy

For more than a decade, the APA’s FOCUS conference has united people who care deeply about the future of physiotherapy. FOCUS26 will take place from 15 to 17 October 2026 at Pullman Cairns International, continuing its legacy as a space to grow, challenge your thinking and connect with others who lead in the business of physiotherapy. 

Led by respected voices in the field and proudly delivered by your professional association, FOCUS26 is designed by physiotherapists, for physiotherapists. Whether you're focused on building a practice, leading a team, or progressing in your career, FOCUS26 will offer evidence-informed insights, innovative ideas, and practical strategies that can be applied directly in clinical, research and education settings. 

Mark your calendar and plan to join us in Cairns for FOCUS26! Want to stay in the loop? Complete this form to receive updates and let us know how you’d like to be involved.

APASC25 – Lead the physiotherapy evolution

Thank you to all who attended APASC25, held at Adelaide Convention Centre on 23-25 October 2025.

Delegates from across Australia and beyond gathered in Adelaide, SA for our biennial scientific conference and exhibition, inspired by the latest research, technological innovations, evidence-based clinical practice insights, and transformative social change. Becoming leaders of the physiotherapy evolution, delegates discovered how cutting-edge insights and innovations can be harnessed to drive the profession forward and enhance patient care.

Thank you.

FOCUS24 - The business of physiotherapy

Thank you to all who attended FOCUS24 at Crown in Perth on 31 October to 2 November. 

FOCUS24 hosted a record number of delegates, welcoming over 580 attendees. Delegates had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the city’s vibrant offerings, the Swan River and a plethora of internationally acclaimed bars and restaurants. With our sights firmly fixed on the betterment of our profession, FOCUS24 was all about the business of physiotherapy. It provided an extensive program for everyone, whether you were an educator, in leadership, ran a practice or provided support to the profession. FOCUS24 offered the opportunity to experience leading edge speakers, sessions and networking events to assist APA members to be best prepared to meet the demands for what the future of physiotherapy holds.