Countdown to 2025 National Nursing Forum
About the National Nursing Forum
The National Nursing Forum (NNF) is the Australian College of Nursing’s signature annual leadership and educational event bringing together nurses, students and other health professionals from around the country and across the globe. The 2025 NNF will take place from Wednesday 23 – Friday 25 July 2025 at the National Convention Centre Canberra.
Attendees will enjoy a full and rich forum experience with face-to-face presentations and interactions with the nursing network, the opportunity to connect with valuable sponsors and exhibitors to learn about the latest products, and more.
2025 Call for abstract submissions
As the national voice of the nursing profession, we invite undergraduates through to retired nurses to share their learnings, insights, stories and encourage you to submit an abstract for consideration addressing our theme of ‘Courage, Compassion, Connection – Empowering Nurses for the Future‘.
KEY DATES
- 3 December 2024 – Abstract submissions open
- 7 February 2025 – Abstract submissions close
- 14 March 2025 – Abstract Review Committee recommendations due
- 4 April 2025 – Authors notified of submission outcome
- 11 April 2025 – Presenters to confirm acceptance
- 30 April 2025 – Presenter registrations due
Abstract submissions are now open.
Writing an abstract for the first time, or want to make it stand out? We’re here to help! Read our NurseClick article ‘Top tips for writing a successful abstract for the National Nursing Forum’.
Venue – National Convention Centre Canberra
The National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) is conveniently located within the city centre and is close to all city centre services, attractions and amenities that Canberra has to offer. It’s only 7km from Canberra Airport and easily accessible by car, taxi and public transport at any time of the day.
Accessibility
The National Convention Centre Canberra is a fully accessible venue, delivering the high-quality services and facilities you have come to expect with a seamless service and 100% customer focus. More information here
Address: 31 Constitution Avenue, Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: (02) 6276 5200
Website: nccc.com.au
Location – Canberra
The meeting place of Australia
As the custodian of the Australian story through our national institutions, and the country’s political epicentre with Federal Government departments and agencies based in Canberra, our capital truly is ‘the meeting place of the nation’. This is where key decision makers meet, and brilliant possibilities come to life. Learn more
Climate
Winter in Canberra is a time to rest and reflect, with crisp mornings and blue skies. Average temperatures range from 1–12°C (33.8–53.6°F), with temperatures dropping below 0°C at night. July.
Plan with our information on temperature and rainfall. Click here for further information on what to expect in July.
Getting here
Airport transfers and public transport
Explore airport transfers and public transport options—click here for essential travel information to help you get around Canberra.
Parking
Convenient, secure, underground car parking is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at the National Convention Centre Canberra.
- Casual Parking – Monday to Friday
- 0-2 hours: $8.00
- 0-4 hours: $13.50
- Full day rate (up to 10 hours): $22.00
- Entry after 5pm with exit before 5am: $7.50
- Casual Parking – Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: $7.50 (Flat rate)
Car rental
- Hertz: 13 30 39
- Thrifty: 13 61 39
- Dollar Car Rental: 1800 501 934
Contact us
The National Nursing Forum is organised with the assistance of Australian Conference and Event Organisers (aceo). For further information or assistance, please contact the Forum Office:
t: 0432 651 588
e: acn@aceo.net.au
