Overview
The MIA is hosting the annual National Migration Conference in Sydney this year!
The speakers will present on a variety of topics within our theme ranging from global migration programs and external impacts that will affect us as practitioners in the future, right through to those individual topics that will assist you with your everyday practice.
Venue: Rydges World Square Hotel, 389 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000
A late fee of an additional 10% will be charged for any registrations after Friday 6 October 5pm AEST. This is due to numbers already being finalised with the venue and the extra administration required.
Program
Click here to view the program.
Schedule
CPD Day (Face to Face)
Date: Wednesday 11 October 2023
Click here to learn about the morning session and here for the afternoon session.
Welcome Reception proudly sponsored by 
Date: Wednesday 11 October
Time: 7pm - 10pm
Location: The Sydney Cidery (inside the Rydges World Square Hotel, 389 Pitt Street, Sydney).
We look forward to welcoming you to the MIA National Migration Conference's Welcome Reception, where you can relax, network, and kick off the conference on a high note. Enjoy 3 hours of canapes and beverages.
2 Day National Migration Conference
Date: Thursday 12 October 2023- Friday 13 October 2023: Conference program (face to face only). Day 2 proudly sponsored by 
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Ballroom, Rydges World Square Hotel, 389 Pitt Street, Sydney
National Migration Conference Gala Dinner proudly sponsored by 
Date: Thursday 12 October
Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Location: Ballroom, Rydges World Square Hotel, 389 Pitt Street, Sydney
Dress code: Formal
Join us for an elegant evening of celebration and recognition as we honor the outstanding achievements of individuals who have made a significant impact to the MIA and migration with presenting the 2023 MIA Awards. Enjoy a three- course dinner and beverage package whilst networking with industry leaders and colleagues and finish the evening off with a dance.
Sydney Harbour Cruise
Date: Saturday 14 October 2023
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Escape the ordinary and embark on a nautical adventure that promises breathtaking views, relaxation, and pure bliss on the iconic waters of Sydney Harbour. Whether you're a local looking for a new perspective or a visitor eager to experience the magic of this world-famous harbor, our cruise has something special in store for you.
Priced Separately. Click here to register.
Continuing Professional Development
Registered Migration Agents
6 CPD | Category B
RMAs must attend for the full duration in order to obtain CPD points.
Legal Practitioners
8.5 CPD | Substantive law
1.5 CPD| Practice Management
Legal practitioners are eligible to earn points for this CPD. The MIA is an approved QA Provider of CPD for the Legal Profession in Western Australia.
Catering
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided on both full days.
Cancellations
If for any reason the conference has to be cancelled by the MIA, participants will automatically be transferred to the next scheduled dates.
Full refunds will be processed if the event is cancelled by the registrant before 2 October 2023. If cancelled after this date, the catering costs per head will be charged.
Conference Sponsors
GALA Dinner Sponsor: AussieOS
Welcome Reception: OET
Day 2 Sponsor: Pearson | PTE
Conference Partners: VETASSESS | Identilab | Acudocx
Corporate Partners: Migration Manager, NIB, Fenton Green, WorkinAus, MA Financial
