
We’re excited to welcome you back to the Gold Coast on 7–8 August 2026 for another inspiring Waves of Change Conference — incorporating the Annual National Stillbirth Forum, the Queensland Maternal Fetal Medicine Symposium, and the International Stillbirth Alliance Western-Pacific regional meeting.
This year’s theme will focus on “Advancing Practice and Partnerships in Perinatal Care” and will showcase leading voices and fresh perspectives from across Australia and around the globe.
Bringing together maternity healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers and parents, Waves of Change 2026 is a space to inspire innovation, deepen partnerships, and shape the future of perinatal care. We can’t wait to see you there!
Waves of Change 2026 is proudly sponsored by GE HealthCare, Stillbirth Foundation Australia, Griffith University and the Gold Coast Hospital Foundation.

Program coming soon. Check back to see our amazing lineup of presentations!
Early bird tickets on sale until Friday 5 June 2026. From 6 June 2026, regular ticket prices apply.
| Early Bird | Regular | |
| Medical Practitioners / Senior Researchers / Policymakers | $790 | $990 |
| Midwifery / Nursing / Researchers / Allied Health | $520 | $650 |
| Students / Parents | $250 | $275 |































































Level 3, Aubigny Place
Mater Research Institute
Raymond Terrace,
South Brisbane QLD 4101
The University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine