AMSA would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands, seas, waterways and skies on which we live, work and play. We would like to pay our respects to elders past and present.

Join us in Canberra for AMSA 2026 from 30 August - 3 September

We are excited to announce that the 60th annual AMSA Conference will be held from August 30 to September 3, 2026, on Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country in Canberra. Set in Australia's capital and political heart, AMSA 2026 embraces the theme ‘Marine Science with Impact’—bridging the vital connections between science, policy, and communities to ensure marine research continues to shape Australia's sustainable future. This conference will provide a unique platform for visibility, engagement, and influence, with anticipated participation from key political figures, government departments, and policy leaders.

Building on the 2025 theme of 'Harmony in Marine Systems', AMSA 2026 will aim to continue integrating Indigenous and Western knowledge systems, fostering collaboration among marine scientists, Indigenous knowledge holders, policymakers, industry leaders, and environmental managers. Together, we'll explore innovative solutions for our rapidly changing marine ecosystems across topics including marine biodiversity, fisheries, blue carbon, renewable energy, conservation, restoration, and the blue economy.

The conference will be held at the QT Hotel in Canberra's vibrant CBD, surrounded by superb restaurants, cafes, bars, and accommodation options, with the beautiful Lake Burley Griffin on your doorstep. We look forward to welcoming you to Canberra in 2026 for what promises to be an impactful and memorable AMSA conference.

Key Dates

Inspirational opening plenary address - Ian challenged us to think differently. The plenary panel was also well designed and led - good to see diverse an early stage panelists.

2024 AMSA NZMSS CONFERENCE DELEGATE
I thought this years conference was a success on a broad range of fronts. Attendance of Indigenous delegates was solid. There was a good range of topics covered including those focused on current issues/challenges, such as Indigenous partnerships and coastal habitat restoration.

2025 AMSA CONFERENCE DELEGATE
For my first conference experience, this was excellent. I especially enjoyed how warm, inclusive, and open the other attendees were. As one of the younger poster presenters commented "the vibes were good".

2025 AMSA CONFERENCE DELEGATE
Absolutely nothing. The Gala dinner was off chops, and I have no idea how you all found the musicians but that whole night was incredible! Such great memories!

2024 AMSA NZMSS CONFERENCE DELEGATE
Fantastic conference this year. I haven't attended and AMSA for a number of years and this is the first one I have walked away from genuinely inspired. The effort to make the conference inclusive and culturally senstive was notable and made for a great conference. A huge change from what AMSA was like a decade or more ago.

2025 AMSA CONFERENCE DELEGATE

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AMSA would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands, seas, waterways and skies on which we live, work and play. We would like to pay our respects to elders past and present.

Join us in Canberra for AMSA 2026 from 30 August - 3 September

Key Dates

Inspirational opening plenary address - Ian challenged us to think differently. The plenary panel was also well designed and led - good to see diverse an early stage panelists.

I thought this years conference was a success on a broad range of fronts. Attendance of Indigenous delegates was solid. There was a good range of topics covered including those focused on current issues/challenges, such as Indigenous partnerships and coastal habitat restoration.

For my first conference experience, this was excellent. I especially enjoyed how warm, inclusive, and open the other attendees were. As one of the younger poster presenters commented "the vibes were good".

Absolutely nothing. The Gala dinner was off chops, and I have no idea how you all found the musicians but that whole night was incredible! Such great memories!

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