CONFERENCE PROGRAM
Frontiers runs a single program (no concurrent sessions) covering the breadth of ENT sub-specialties. Watch this space for further details.
THURSDAY 13th NOVEMBER 2025
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The Welcome Reception will take place onsite in the Harbour View One room at Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart.
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00 pm
Venue: Harbour View One room Hotel Grand Chancellor
Cost: Included with registration
Additional Ticket: Available to purchase
Dress Code: Smart casual to semi-formal attire. This includes: dress shoes, dress pants, button-down shirts, suit jackets, dress jeans, mid-length dresses, pantsuits etc. Ties are optional.
Canapes and drinks included.
FRIDAY 14th NOVEMBER 2025
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Keynotes Karen Kost, Mahmood Bhutta and Charles Limb open the conference, setting the overall themes of Voice, Transformation and Music.
Don’t miss: A powerful opening that sets the tone for the entire event.
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Keynotes Mahmood Bhutta and Charles Limb return to the stage alongside Australian ENT innovators to explore novel approaches for improving patient outcomes in OHNS.
Confirmed Speakers: Mahmood Bhutta, Charles Limb, Mehrnaz Shoustarian and James Vickers.
Don’t miss: In-depth discussions on Tinnitus and Dementia.
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From lab bench to bedside, clinician to patient, gain wide-ranging perspectives on laryngology and the voice.
Confirmed Speakers: Karen Kost, Catherine Sinclair, Theodore Athanasiadis. Moderated by Deb Phyland.
Don’t Miss: Our “Perspectives” sessions are known to spark transformative conversations, and this one will be no exception!
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Be part of history with the inaugural Colin Richards & Peter Freeman Lecture, presented by former Passe & Williams Foundation Trustee and Board Director Dr Dean Beaumont AM. Plus, hear from the Robert Guerin Research Prize winners on their award-winning research.
Confirmed Speakers: Dean Beaumont, Courtenay Henrys.
Don’t miss: An inspirational account of the early days of the Passe and Williams Foundation, and the key personalities who were instrumental in its success.
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Fast-paced “lightning talks” from four rhinology experts across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, followed by a robust discussion on the future of the field.
Confirmed Speakers: Richard Douglas, Peter Friedland, Sarah Vreugde.
Don’t miss: A chance to quiz the panel on whether rhinology research has stalled or is just getting started.
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Poster presenters step into the spotlight with rapid-fire one-minute pitches to win your vote for the People’s Choice Award.
Don’t miss: Connect with authors and peers over drinks and canapés in the mezzanine foyer for a perfect mix of networking and inspiration.
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From Indigenous-led outreach to mobile ENT buses and life-changing care in the toughest settings, this powerhouse panel is redefining possibilities for rural and remote healthcare.
Confirmed Speakers: Mahmood Bhutta, Kelvin Kong, Rob Eisenberg, Lorna Watson, and Richard Douglas.
Don't miss: The Q&A session! This is a radical rethinking of rural healthcarebuilt on respect, culture, and decades of hard-earned insight.
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Global experiences take centre stage: explore the realities of Overseas Fellowships for Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand clinicians: worries, wins, and everything in between.
Confirmed Speakers: Karen Kost, Vikram Padhye, Nathan Creber, James Johnston.
Don’t Miss: Eye-opening reflections on navigating the current and future international landscape.
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Enjoy the opportunity to weave your way through more than 300 stalls in the renowned Salamanca Market. Located a short 10 minute walk from the conference venue, packed lunches will be provided to all delegates.
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A showcase of fresh talent and bold ideas: rising stars in ENT research present on ear health, paediatrics, head and neck cancer, and rhinology.
Confirmed Speakers: Brianna Atto, Jacqueline Ogier, Tommy Peng, Isabella Burdon.
Don’t miss: Unexpected insights and challenging perspectives from the next generation making its mark.
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The grand finale: an all-in, no-holds-barred panel featuring keynotes and leading voices tackling the most urgent, divisive, and complex issues in ENT today.
Confirmed Speakers: Karen Kost, Mahmood Bhutta, Charles Limb, James Vickers.
Don’t Miss: Add your voice. Ask the tough questions. Offer your take. This is where real dialogue happens.
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The Conference Dinner will take place at Frogmore Creek Winery.
Time: Coaches depart the Hotel Grand Chancellor at 6:30pm
Venue: Frogmore Creek Winery
Cost: Included with registration
Additional Ticket: Available to purchase
Dress Code: Cocktail. This includes: dress shoes, dress pants, button-down shirts, suit jackets, cocktail dresses, pantsuits etc
Dinner, beverages and entertainment included.
SATURDAY 15th NOVEMBER 2025
PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
