RANZCO Practice Managers’ 20th Annual Conference
Saturday 7 – Monday 9 November 2026

Invitation from the Practice Managers’ Advisory Group

Venue: New Zealand International Convention Centre

Practice Managers’ Dinner

Venue: Sunset Bar, Sudima Auckland City Hotel, 63-67 Nelson Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Date: Sunday 8 November
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Inclusions: Canapes, substantials, dessert, and drinks

The Practice Managers’ Conference will be held in person.

RANZCO Practice Managers

Nau mai, haere mai — Save the Date for the 20th Anniversary RANZCO Practice Managers Conference, Auckland

We are delighted to announce the 20th anniversary of the RANZCO Practice Managers Conference, to be held 7–9 November 2026 in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), Aotearoa New Zealand. For two decades, this conference has brought together ophthalmic practice managers from across Australia and New Zealand to share ideas, tackle common challenges, and strengthen the vital role practice managers play in delivering high-quality eye care.

Set against Auckland’s stunning harbour and vibrant city backdrop, the conference offers the opportunity to step away from the daily demands of practice and focus on your own professional development. Between sessions, you’ll be able to enjoy the waterfront, explore the city’s food and café culture, and connect with colleagues in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

The 2026 program will once again focus on practical, relevant content for modern ophthalmic practice management, with opportunities to learn from experienced peers, hear from expert speakers, and exchange ideas with others who understand the realities of your role.

More information, including the program and registration details, will be released soon. In the meantime, mark the dates in your calendar and start planning to join us in Auckland as we celebrate 20 years of the RANZCO Practice Managers Conference.

Discounted airfares with Air New Zealand from Australia are available. Refer to the RANZCO 2026 website for booking details, and we recommend securing flights early for best availability.

We look forward to welcoming you to Auckland in November. Ka kite anō.

Lara Sullivan
Chair, RANZCO Practice Managers’ Advisory Group

Who should attend?

  • Practice Managers
  • Practice support staff: team leaders, office managers, administrators, allied health professionals
  • The organising committee also welcomes other professions to attend such as fellow delegates who share their passion for excellence in healthcare and management.

Past conference programs

Melbourne 15 – 17 November 2025
Adelaide 2 – 4 November 2024
Perth 21 – 23 October 2023
Brisbane 29-30 October 2022
Virtual Conference 26 – 28 February 2022
Sydney 9 – 11 November 2019
Adelaide 18 – 20 November 2018
Perth 29 – 31 October 2017
Melbourne 20 – 22 November 2016
New Zealand 1 – 3 November 2015
Brisbane 23 – 25 November 2014

Toolkit

If you are a member of RANZCO you have access to the “Toolkit”, resources and previous slides provided by speakers to provide practical skills for ophthalmology practice managers. Access these via the “portal” on https://ranzco.edu under the “Learning” section.

If you have any links/reference tools you use a lot, a great speaker/mentor you go to for advice, or if you feel you have the knowledge to share on a panel, please contact practicemanagers@ranzco.edu for future program planning.