Brisbane, Queensland • 19-20 October 2026
IABC APAC Fusion Conference 2026
The premier event for communication professionals in the Asia-Pacific region.
The future of communication is yours to shape.
It’s time to secure your spot for IABC Asia Pacific Fusion Conference 2026, the premier event for communication professionals across the region.
Join us in the vibrant city of Brisbane, Queensland, 19–20 October 2026, for two days of transformative learning and connection.
As we enter the next industrial revolution, the role of the communicator has never been more critical. Under the theme "Lead What’s Next," we explore how communications experts are uniquely positioned to lead businesses and communities through rapid change.
Why you should attend
Global Expertise
Gain insights from world-class communication leaders through two full days of high-impact content.
Regional Connection
Network with up to 200 professionals from diverse sectors across the Asia Pacific.
Strategic Value
Discover how to harness emerging technologies, trends, and lead responsible AI conversations to maintain relevance in a shifting landscape.
Celebrate and recognise your peers
IABC APAC Fusion Conference 2026 is also where we recognise the incredible talents of our community. Our Silver Quill, Communicator of the Year, and Communications Leader of the Year will receive their awards, and you’ll have a chance to hear all about their amazing work.
Experience Brisbane: Australia’s "New World City"
Brisbane is also known as Meanjin, whose Traditional Custodians are the Yuggera and Turrbal People.
Recently named one of the Top 50 Places to Travel in 2026, Brisbane is a city on the rise. Beyond the conference, attendees can enjoy:
World-Class Dining: From the riverside bars of Howard Smith Wharves to the designer restaurants of James Street. Head to the vibrant hub of West End for markets, or Eat Street for a fiesta-feel dinner.
Cultural Hubs: Explore South Bank’s creative heart, including world-class galleries like QAGOMA, then take a swim at South Bank’s famous riverside beach.
Natural Wonders: Take a short trip to Moreton Bay for oyster farm tours or enjoy a soul-nourishing reset at the Roma Street Parklands, Mt Coot-Tha, or Brisbane City Botanic Gardens.
Hug a Koala! Take a day trip via the Brisbane River to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to experience Australia’s unique wildlife. You might even feed a kangaroo or hold a koala.
Explore by River: Take advantage of the 50-cent public transport fares and hop on a City Cat for your own cruise up and down the Brisbane River.
Your venue
Pullman King George Square
Located in the heart of the Brisbane CBD, the Pullman King George Square offers premier 5-star facilities.
Location: 1b King George Square, Brisbane City.
Facilities: Modern guestrooms and the city’s most extensive conference spaces, including the iconic Presidential Ballroom.
More information about special room rates coming soon.
Getting Here & Around
The venue is centrally located with exceptional transport links.
From Brisbane Airport:
Airtrain: A quick 20-minute journey directly to Central Station, just a short walk from the hotel.
Taxi/Rideshare: Approximately a 15–20 minute drive from the airport (approx. $40–$55).
Public transport:
King George Square Busway: Located right underneath the square, offering "turn-up-and-go" services across the city.
Trains: Central Station and Roma Street Station are both just one block away.
Ferries: The North Quay ferry terminal is a short walk for those wishing to travel via the scenic Brisbane River.