Mark your calendar for HFMA’s 2026 Conference Series.
Bringing together healthcare finance leaders from across Australia, this year’s conferences will explore practical strategies, emerging trends, and innovative solutions shaping the future of the sector.
Each event offers a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and strengthen your professional knowledge.
HFMA’s conferences are designed for healthcare finance professionals working across the health sector.
This includes:
Chief Financial Officers and finance directors
Finance managers and business partners
Budgeting, costing, and funding specialists
Financial analysts and reporting teams
Professionals involved in performance, sustainability, and system improvement
Whether you are leading strategy or delivering operational outcomes, the conference program offers practical insights to support your work.
22 to 23 September 2026 Hotel Grand Chancellor, Adelaide
7 to 8 October 2026 Hilton, Sydney
29 to 30 October 2026 Brisbane Showgrounds, Royal ICC, Brisbane
18 to 19 November 2026 Pullman Melbourne on the Park, Melbourne
Early Bird registrations will open soon.
To register your interest and receive an update when bookings open, please contact: events@hfma.org.au
Registration Type
Member
Member – Early Bird
Non-Member
Non-Member Early Bird
Day 1 – 2026 SA Conference
$405.00 +GST
$303.75 +GST
$530.00 +GST
$397.50 +GST
Day 2 – Knowledge Stream Sessions
$205.00 +GST
$153.75 +GST
$270.00 +GST
$202.50 +GST
Full Event (Day 1 & 2) – Best Value
$520.00 +GST
$390.00 +GST
$720.00 +GST
$540.00 +GST
Registration Type
Member
Member – Early Bird
Non-Member
Non-Member Early Bird
Day 1 – 2026 NSW Conference
$675.00 +GST
$506.25 +GST
$1,015.00 +GST
$761.25 +GST
Day 2 – Knowledge Stream Sessions
$575.00 +GST
$431.25 +GST
$860.00 +GST
$645.00 +GST
Full Event (Day 1 & 2) – Best Value
$1,145.00 +GST
$858.75 +GST
$1,715.00 +GST
$1,286.25 +GST
Registration Type
Member
Member – Early Bird
Non-Member
Non-Member Early Bird
Day 1 – 2026 National Conference
$885.00 +GST
$663.75 +GST
$1,325.00 +GST
$993.75 +GST
Day 2 – Knowledge Stream Sessions
$780.00 +GST
$585.00 +GST
$1,170.00 +GST
$877.50 +GST
Full Event (Day 1 & 2) – Best Value
$1,560.00 +GST
$1,170.00 +GST
$2,340.00 +GST
$1,755.00 +GST
Registration Type
Member
Member – Early Bird
Non-Member
Non-Member Early Bird
Day 1 – 2026 VIC Conference
$850.00 +GST
$637.50 +GST
$1,275.00 +GST
$956.25 +GST
Day 2 – Knowledge Stream Sessions
$750.00 +GST
$562.50 +GST
$1,125.00 +GST
$841.75 +GST
Full Event (Day 1 & 2) – Best Value
$1,500.00 +GST
$1,125.00 +GST
$2,250.00 +GST
$1,687.50 +GST
HFMA is now inviting submissions for the 2026 conference program.
We are seeking practical case studies and real world examples from across the healthcare finance community. Submissions should focus on what has been implemented, the outcomes achieved, and key lessons learned.
Topics of interest include:
Financial sustainability, funding models, and revenue optimisation
Digital transformation, systems integration, and emerging technologies including AI
Data quality, analytics, and meaningful benchmarking for decision making
Workforce capability, talent development, and building sustainable finance teams
The evolving role of finance as a strategic partner and leader
Collaboration, shared solutions, and cross-jurisdictional learning
Capital planning, infrastructure investment, and long-term financial strategy
Managing reporting and compliance while enabling value-add finance
Health policy, economics, and system reform implications for finance leaders
Environmental sustainability and its financial impact in healthcare
Presentations may be 15 or 30 minutes in duration.
If you have insights others could benefit from, we encourage you to submit.
Submissions close: 31 July 2026
HFMA invites organisations to partner with us for the 2026 Conference Series.
Our conferences bring together senior healthcare finance professionals, including CFOs and finance leaders, offering a valuable opportunity to connect with key decision makers and showcase your expertise.
Each event attracts between 200 and 500 delegates and includes a strong mix of thought leadership, networking, and exhibition opportunities.
Sponsorship benefits include:
Access to a national network of over 7,000 healthcare finance professionals
Brand visibility across event marketing and onsite
Opportunities to engage through sessions, exhibitions, and networking
