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Connect, network and celebrate at a reception at the Queensland Musuem to close out ICCB 2025!

ICCB Events

Join us at ICCB for the Opening Reception, Science Comedy Night and the Closing Reception! Sign up for these events when you register for the conference. 

ECR Networking Event

Calling all early career researchers! Join us for a relaxed and fun evening of connection and conversation at The Plough Inn, one of Brisbane’s most iconic pubs overlooking the South Bank parklands.

This ECR Networking Event is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow conservation scientists, build your professional network, and chat with peers in an informal setting. This is a great chance to share ideas, find collaborators, and make lasting connections. ECRs are generally those within 10 years of completing their highest degree. There is a separate student night being held here (insert link).

Date: Monday 16 June 

Time: 7-10 PM

Where: Plough Inn, 29 Stanley St Plaza, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

Registration: Registration is free - please let us know if you are coming here 

Group Bird Walk: Join Us!

The conference is offering daily morning bird walks to the City Botanic Gardens on Tuesday (June 17th), Wednesday (June 18th) and Thursday (June 19th). We will meet at the west end of the Goodwill bridge (South Bank) at 6:30 AM. Sign-up here. There is a limit of 30 spots per day. Learn more here.

Opening Reception

Join us at the ICCB Opening Reception on Sunday afternoon, 15 June, to connect with fellow delegates over light hors d'oeuvres. This special ICCB event includes a warm welcome from the ICCB Steering Committee and some opening talks to kick off the conference— SOLD OUT

Science Comedy Night

The Future Science Talks Science Comedy Program has partnered scientists and researchers throughout Australia with comedians for this hilarious and insightful conservation-themed event  This show will take place on the evening of 18 June and feature Australian-based scientists and researchers who are infusing humour and laughs into scientific talks. Laugh and learn at the same time! Each talk will feature a unique topic. To get a sense of what Science Comedy Program talks are like, visit the Future Science Talks YouTube channel. Conference delegates can purchase tickets via the ICCB registration portal or by scanning the QR code below (for public tickets). 

Closing Reception

Location: Queensland Museum, Brisbane (Indoor and Outdoor Areas)
Time: 6 - 9 pm (TBC)

We are thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary evening during the International Congress for Conservation Biology 2025. This is not your typical dinner or cocktail party—it's a unique reception designed to delight all your senses as you roam the museum. 

What to Expect: 

  • Delectable Vegan and Gluten-Free Cuisine: Enjoy a variety of canapés served to you.
  • Multi-Sensory Experience: Immerse yourself in a truly multi-sensory environment. As you stroll around, you'll have the chance to entice your taste buds with delicious food, and enjoy the soothing sounds of whale and bird songs playing in different rooms.
  • Connect and Network: This event offers ample opportunities to reconnect with old friends and make new connections. Bring your QR codes and business cards to share your contact information easily

Stay tuned for more information closer to the time about the entertainment that will be on offer during the evening!

Ticket Information: The event will be strictly limited to 800 attendees. Remember, it's first in, best dressed — once the tickets are gone, that's it! Don't miss out on this incredible experience. 

Dress Code: The event will take place in both indoor and outdoor areas. Please dress accordingly and remember, it's winter in Brisbane. Temperatures can drop to 10 degrees Celsius, so bring something warm, especially if you're coming from the northern hemisphere!

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with great food, music, culture, and inspiring conversations. We look forward to seeing you there!