Programme
The IPCNC Conference 2026 offers a rich and diverse programme designed to inform, inspire, and connect infection prevention and control professionals across Aotearoa. Over three days, delegates will experience:
Programme Overview
Wednesday 26 August 2026
7:00am Registration Desk open
8:30am Mihi Whakatau
8:50am Conference opening + plenary sessions
10:00am Morning tea
10:30am Plenary programme
12:40pm Lunch
1:40pm Breakout sessions
2:50pm Afternoon tea
3:15pm Plenary progamme
5:00pm Welcome Function
Thursday 27 August 2026
7:00am Registration Desk open
7:30am IPCNC AGM Breakfast
8:50am Plenary programme
10:10am Morning tea
10:40am Plenary programme
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Breakout sessions
2:40pm Afternoon tea
3:05pm Plenary progamme
5:30pm Pre-dinner Drinks + Conference Dinner
Friday 28 August 2026
8:30am Registration Desk open
8:50am Plenary programme
10:15am Morning tea
10:40am Plenary programme
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Plenary programme
2:10pm Awards
2:40pm Conference close
- Keynote presentations from national and international infection prevention leaders
- Panel discussions tackling current challenges and future directions
- Research and innovation showcases highlighting local and global advancements
- Networking opportunities to build relationships and share experiences
Programme Overview
Wednesday 26 August 2026
7:00am Registration Desk open
8:30am Mihi Whakatau
8:50am Conference opening + plenary sessions
10:00am Morning tea
10:30am Plenary programme
12:40pm Lunch
1:40pm Breakout sessions
2:50pm Afternoon tea
3:15pm Plenary progamme
5:00pm Welcome Function
Thursday 27 August 2026
7:00am Registration Desk open
7:30am IPCNC AGM Breakfast
8:50am Plenary programme
10:10am Morning tea
10:40am Plenary programme
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Breakout sessions
2:40pm Afternoon tea
3:05pm Plenary progamme
5:30pm Pre-dinner Drinks + Conference Dinner
Friday 28 August 2026
8:30am Registration Desk open
8:50am Plenary programme
10:15am Morning tea
10:40am Plenary programme
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Plenary programme
2:10pm Awards
2:40pm Conference close
Call for papers
Contribute to the Future of Infection Prevention and Control.
The Infection Prevention and Control Nurses College (IPCNC) invites submissions for oral and poster presentations submissions for the 2026 Conference.
Our theme is “Lights, Camera, Prevention!”
This references Wellington’s innovative movie making industry, and showcases infection control from around the motu, as well as globally.
Your infection prevention and control paper/poster can be based on innovation in Leadership; IPC programme and implementation; AMS; surveillance of healthcare associated infections; and in managing the environment
This is your opportunity to share your knowledge, research, and innovations with colleagues from across Aotearoa and beyond. We welcome contributions that reflect the evolving challenges and opportunities in infection prevention and control across all healthcare and community settings.
Key Dates
Abstract Submissions Open: October 2025
Submission Deadline: April 2026
Notification of Acceptance: May 2026
Programme Published: June 2026
Presenter Registration Deadline: June 2026
Contribute to the Future of Infection Prevention and Control.
The Infection Prevention and Control Nurses College (IPCNC) invites submissions for oral and poster presentations submissions for the 2026 Conference.
Our theme is “Lights, Camera, Prevention!”
This references Wellington’s innovative movie making industry, and showcases infection control from around the motu, as well as globally.
Your infection prevention and control paper/poster can be based on innovation in Leadership; IPC programme and implementation; AMS; surveillance of healthcare associated infections; and in managing the environment
This is your opportunity to share your knowledge, research, and innovations with colleagues from across Aotearoa and beyond. We welcome contributions that reflect the evolving challenges and opportunities in infection prevention and control across all healthcare and community settings.
Key Dates
Abstract Submissions Open: October 2025
Submission Deadline: April 2026
Notification of Acceptance: May 2026
Programme Published: June 2026
Presenter Registration Deadline: June 2026
