ACIPC

ACIPC The Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control is the peak body for infection preventi

Our members are advocates of infection prevention and control and include nurses, aged care workers, industry professionals, scientists, academics, educators, and policy makers. Our vision is to empower our members to be leaders in infection prevention and control. The College supports our members and IPC in the broader community through our activities, including:

- Education for members and non-

members
- Advocacy on the importance of IPC to government and the community
- Collaboration with other health associations and international IPC organisations
- Publishing original research in our journal Infection Disease and Health
- Communication to our members and stakeholders, including our newsletter IPC News
- Representation on national and international panels, committees and working groups
- Our credentialling pathway to strengthen the roles of IPCPs

We thank our 2026 Bronze Conference Sponsor, schülke. The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enric...
27/08/2026

We thank our 2026 Bronze Conference Sponsor, schülke.

The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference.

Find out more about schülkehere: https://www.schuelke.com/en-au/

Nominations are closing soon for the Claire Boardman Medal for Leadership in Infection Prevention and Control The Claire...
26/08/2026

Nominations are closing soon for the Claire Boardman Medal for Leadership in Infection Prevention and Control

The Claire Boardman Medal for Leadership in Infection Prevention and Control is the highest honour of the Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control. The medal is awarded in recognition of the College’s Inaugural President, Ms Claire Boardman, and her leadership in establishing the College. The Claire Boardman Medal for Leadership in Infection Prevention and Control is awarded to a member of the College who demonstrates outstanding commitment and leadership to the College and the profession and practice of infection prevention and control.

The award includes
✅The Claire Boardman Medal for Leadership in Infection Prevention and Control
✅Entry onto the Claire Boardman Medal for Leadership in Infection Prevention and Control Perpetual Trophy
✅$2,000 prize money

Further information and the nomination form are available here:
https://www.acipc.org.au/awards-scholarship/claireboardmanmedal/

Applications close at 9:00 am AEST on Monday, 7 September 2026.

South Australian’s are warmly invited to attend the SA Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting on Thursday, 3 September 202...
24/08/2026

South Australian’s are warmly invited to attend the SA Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting on Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 5:30 PM ACST. This is a free event offered online via Microsoft Teams and in-person.

✅Inclusions: Supper, drinks, and networking opportunities will be available for in-person attendees following the event (time permitting).

✅Event Topic: ‘Multi- resistant Organisms, AMS and Genome sequencing. How does this help us in outbreaks?’

✅Venue: Royal Adelaide Hospital, Level 8D Lecture Theatre, 1 Port Road Adelaide

Speaker: Lito Papanicolas, Clinical microbiologist & Infectious Diseases Physician Clinical Head: Virology, Serology, Molecular Diagnostics, SA Pathology Infectious Diseases Physician, Royal Adelaide Hospital

To register for the September meeting, please complete the form in the link here: https://cdesign.eventsair.com/acipc-secretariat/sig-sa/Site/Register

Joining us for ACIPC26? Turn your trip into a Gold Coast adventure!With so much to see and do, from the pristine beaches...
23/08/2026

Joining us for ACIPC26? Turn your trip into a Gold Coast adventure!

With so much to see and do, from the pristine beaches to wildlife sanctuaries, theme parks, world-class dining experiences, and 300 sunny days per year, you are spoiled for choice pre and post conference.

Whether you’re an adventurer, foodie, or nature lover, the Gold Coast offers an unforgettable experience worth extending your stay.

For more inspiration in planning your trip see more information
https://acipcconference.com.au/gold-coast/

New Short Course: IPC During Construction, Renovation and Maintenance in Healthcare FacilitiesConstruction, renovation a...
20/08/2026

New Short Course: IPC During Construction, Renovation and Maintenance in Healthcare Facilities

Construction, renovation and maintenance are essential in healthcare — but can introduce serious infection risks if not carefully managed. This new short course builds the confidence and capability to manage IPC risks in collaboration with other stakeholders, covering key principles, practical case studies, a live tutorial, and strategies for effective stakeholder communication.

Suitable for IPC professionals, project staff, clinical leaders, quality and safety staff, and facilities and engineering teams.

Cost: $770
Next course starts 16 September

Book now to secure your place. https://www.acipc.org.au/education/2026-short-course-in-ipc-during-construction-renovation-and-maintenance-in-healthcare-facilities/

Are you involved in testing for HIV and hepatitis? Our next Blood Borne Virus Testing Course starts 4 September 2026.Thi...
17/08/2026

Are you involved in testing for HIV and hepatitis? Our next Blood Borne Virus Testing Course starts 4 September 2026.

This unique course is suitable for healthcare practitioners involved in undertaking HIV and Hepatitis testing in all healthcare settings including midwifery, acute care, community health, women’s health, correctional health, rural and remote health, refugee health, sexual health, and infection prevention and control practitioners.

Cost: $350
(includes compulsory live tutorial on 19 October 2026 at 6pm AEDT)

Book here: https://www.acipc.org.au/education/blood-borne-virus-testing-course/

ACIPC26 - More Keynote Speakers AnnouncedWe're excited to welcome two more internationally recognised leaders in healthc...
16/08/2026

ACIPC26 - More Keynote Speakers Announced

We're excited to welcome two more internationally recognised leaders in healthcare as keynote speakers at the 2026 ACIPC International Conference (Gold Coast, 8–11 November).

🎤Professor Zoe Wainer — Director General, Australian Centre for Disease Control

🎤Associate Professor Krispin Hajkowicz - Senior Staff Specialist, Infectious Diseases Unit, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital

Take a look at the conference program:
🔗https://acipcconference.com.au/program/

Early-bird registration is available until 1 October 2026. Secure your place and save.
🔗https://acipcconference.com.au/registration/

We thank our 2026 Bronza Conference Sponsor, Whiteley The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enric...
14/08/2026

We thank our 2026 Bronza Conference Sponsor, Whiteley

The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference.

Find out more about Whiteley here: https://www.whiteley.com.au/

Are you an Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead or Facility Manager responsible for IPC in residential aged care?...
12/08/2026

Are you an Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead or Facility Manager responsible for IPC in residential aged care? Join The University of Sydney and contribute to a national research initiative designed to support you in strengthening your IPC practice and delivering high-quality care to residents and their families. By participating, you will help shape clear guidance on what effective IPC programs in aged care should include, and how professionals like yourself can be best prepared and supported in protecting older individuals from healthcare-associated infection and communicable disease.

You can contribute by completing a short survey (document upload required) and/or interview. Your response is highly regarded and will directly help to improve infection prevention across the aged care sector.

Register your interest here: https://redcap.sydney.edu.au/surveys/?s=4J4NXHLKHC9PHLXC

Website: https://www.sydney.edu.au/medicine-health/our-research/research-centres/aged-care-infection-prevention-and-control-project.html

**ECR and Seed Grant applications close 5PM AEST, Monday 17 August 2026**There's still time to apply for an ACIPC Resear...
12/08/2026

**ECR and Seed Grant applications close 5PM AEST, Monday 17 August 2026**

There's still time to apply for an ACIPC Research Grant — supporting innovative infection prevention and control research across Australia.

📌 Early Career Research Grant
Designed to support researchers within five years of starting their research career to undertake impactful IPC research.

📌 Seed Grant
Perfect for members looking to conduct pilot, exploratory, or small-scale IPC research — bridging the gap between early ideas and large-scale funding bodies like the NHMRC and ARC.

🌿 Sustainability in IPC Research Grant
A grant dedicated to exploring how we can reduce the environmental impact of infection prevention practices across healthcare and community settings.

⏰ Key Deadlines:
• ECR & Seed Grants — 5PM AEST, Monday 17 August 2026
• Sustainability in IPC Research Grant — 5PM, Friday 18 September 2026

Apply now!

For full details on eligibility and how to apply, visit: https://www.acipc.org.au/research/research-grants/

We can't wait to see the innovative research our members bring forward this year. Good luck to all applicants! 💡

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