Abstracts
The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) is calling for abstract submissions for FOCUS26.
We invite business owners, academics, educators, researchers, practitioners and clinicians to share their expertise, and submit an abstract to the Conference Advisory Committee. FOCUS26 offers a dynamic platform to share innovative techniques, explore advanced education and present business strategies that strengthen industry expertise.
This is your moment to elevate practice and empower physiotherapy. Submit your abstract today!
Presentation types
Submit your abstract for FOCUS26 in one of two formats:
- Oral Presentation – a 15-minute presentation including audience Q&A.
- ‘How To’ Presentation – a 30-minute practical session including Q&A, aligned with the conference theme.
You may submit up to two abstracts maximum.
Submission instructions
Step 1
Download and read the Abstract Submission Guidelines.
Step 2
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Step 4
Select the abstract submissions tab and follow the instructions.
Step 5
Submit your abstract and look out for your confirmation email which should come through immediately (please note that it may be in your junk folder).
Step 6
Authors will be notified in late June 2026 of submission outcomes.
Key dates
| 29 January 2026 – 9 am AEST Abstract submissions open |
27 April 2026 – 5 pm AEST Abstract submissions close |
25 June 2026 Author notification |
| 15 July 2026 Round 2 author notification where applicable |
20 July 2026 Acceptance deadline |
12 August 2026 Registration deadline for authors |
Conference location
Pullman Cairns International
17 Abbott Street
Cairns 4870
P: +61 7 4032 1300
W: pullmancairnsinternational.com.au
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