ARPA 2026 Conference

Tuesday 1 September - Wednesday 2 September 2026

ARPA National Conference 2026| Save the Date

Where the future of work, recovery and participation is shaped.

From the 1 - 2 September 2026, the Australian Rehabilitation Providers Association will convene Australia’s most influential rehabilitation, insurance and workforce leaders at Crown Perth, on Whadjuk Noongar Country.

This is not just a conference. It’s a national moment, bringing together bold ideas, trusted leaders and real-world solutions that will define rehabilitation, psychosocial risk, innovation and workforce participation for the decade ahead.

Two days. One national conversation. Meaningful impact.

📍 Perth | 📅 1 - 2nd September 2026
✨ Full program, speakers and registrations coming soon

PLUS - the biennial ARPA NATIONAL Excellence in Workplace Rehabilitation Awards will return, shining a spotlight on the incredible achievements of our industry champions.

Mark your calendars and get ready for an event you won't want to miss!

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Kath Koschel

CEO, FOUNDER, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER & AUTHOR

A testament to the power of human spirit, Kath Koschel is a survivor who has overcome incredible odds and unimaginable tragedy to inspire ordinary people to do extraordinary things. A former cricketer and Ironman competitor, Kath is an internationally sought after speaker and author of best-selling book Kindness. Driven by a passion to spread gratitude and kindness in the world, her journey led her to found Kindness Factory™ with the goal of encouraging one million acts of kindness all over the world. To date, Kindness Factory has recorded over 8 million acts of kindness and is now a registered not-for-profit in three countries. Kath’s work has been celebrated globally, most recently being named the 2025 NSW Australian of the Year and recipient of the Australia Medal for courage in overcoming extreme adversity.