Welcome

ARA 2027 Annual Scientific Meeting
Darwin Convention Centre | Northern Territory
22-26 May 2027

We look forward to welcoming you to the Darwin for the ARA ASM to be held at the Darwin Convention Centre from 22-26 May 2027.  Our ASM is always a great way to come together to celebrate our collegiality and friendships and enjoy the high calibre of speakers on the program. 

Confirmed keynote speakers include Professor Iain McInnes, Professor Lai-Shan Tan, Prof Pamela Weiss and Professor Yeliz Prior.  We will also feature a range of Australasian experts speaking on a wide array of topics linking with the meeting. 

We look forward to seeing you in the Territory next May.

Ju Ann Tan, Claire Barrett and Sam Whittle
Co-Convenors, ARA 2027

Let’s Get Social on BlueSky!

While the ARA won’t be actively posting from our BlueSky account (@austrheumatology.bsky.social) during the ASM, we encourage attendees who are sharing updates, photos, or reflections to tag us.

Important Dates

November 2026 – Call for Abstracts and Registration opens

Sunday 7th February 2027 – Cut-off date for abstract submissions

Sunday 7th March 2027 – Cut-off date for grand round submissions

Mid-March/Early April 2027 – Confirmation of acceptance of abstracts and grand rounds

31st March 2027 – Early Bird Registration Cut-off Date