VISION BEYOND 2020

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PROGRAM

SATURDAY 4 APRIL

7.00 Breakfast Seminar

8.00 Registration & exhibition area opens

8.30 Main Plenary Lectures OR Workshops

9.30 Morning Tea

10.00 Main Plenary Lectures OR Workshops

11.00 Main Plenary Lectures OR Workshops

12.00 Lunch

13.00 Lectures begin in Main Plenary Hall

15.15 Afternoon Tea

15.45 Lectures resume

15.15 Exhibition area closes

19.00 Conference dinner

7.00 Breakfast Seminar

8.00 Registration & exhibition area opens

8.30 Lectures in Main Plenary Hall

10.00 Morning Tea

10.30 Lectures continue

12.15 Lunch

13.15 Lectures resume

15.15 Afternoon Tea

15.45 Lectures resume

17.15 AVC Official Close

sunday 5 APRIL

speakers

DAVID FORESTO

BApSc(Optom) Grad Cert Oc Therapeutics

David Foresto is a practicing optometrist and QUT lecturer/supervisor from Brisbane and is also a former President of Optometry Queensland/NT. David has a specialist contact lens practice in Brisbane CBD where he works predominantly with custom contact lenses for keratoconus, myopia control and babies born with congenital cataract. David also has an interest in contact lenses for sports and has provided eye care for elite athletes including Brisbane Broncos and Cirque du Soleil.

Australian Vision Convention is one of the only optometry industry conventions in Australia to offer a program of workshops and lectures customised to you and your professional priorities.

It's with excitement that Optometry Queensland & Northern Territory extends you an invitation to AVC's upcoming convention, focused on the theme of 'Vision Beyond 2020'.

Each year AVC attracts a list of world-class speakers to deliver informative and educational lectures and workshops, assisting you to advance your practice, your patient care, and your knowledge of therapeutic, clinical and equipment developments.

Breakfast seminars, networking opportunities, and CPD points are all part of what makes this flagship event a highlight of the profession's social calendar.

A wide range of clinical and interactive sessions will be offered over two days, covering our industry's high profile topics. Hosted in one of Australia's most sought after holiday destinations, your professional development can be undertaken in a relaxed setting, complete with the annual Australian Vision Convention Dinner.

Complimentary child minding services and a stunning beachside location make AVC a unique professional development opportunity that the whole family can enjoy.

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VENUE &

ACCOMMODATION

Australian Vision Convention will be returning to the Marriott Resort & Spa, Surfers Paradise.

Awaken refreshed and take advantage of the 5-star resort amenities, including peaceful lagoons, outdoor pool, contemporary fitness centre, and Sport Court. With an array of restaurants nearby, everything is conveniently on your doorstep during your AVC getaway.

Discounted accommodation rates are available through the below portal:

Book Now

Alternatively, you can contact the Marriott Reservations Team and quote "Australian Vision Conference" to access the special conference rate:

E: marriottsurfers.res@marriotthotels.com

Ph: 07 5592 9800

You are welcome to also book your own accommodation. QT Gold Coast and Mantra Sun City are both nearby located in Surfers Paradise.