Australasian International Breast Congress (AIBC)

What an incredible few days at AIBC 2026 in #Brisbane, Australia! A month has already passed since the AIBC 2026 Congress in Brisbane, and we're still reminiscing! So many special moments to look back on… From inspiring talks and thought-provoking discussions to sharing ideas and connecting with colleagues from around the world, the congress was a fantastic opportunity to explore the latest advances in breast cancer care. A few days filled with knowledge, fresh perspectives, meaningful connections and, above all, a shared passion for making a difference in patients' lives. Thank you to everyone who made AIBC 2026 such a memorable event, with special thanks to our hosts Brisbane Congress and Exhibition Centre (#BCEC) # Brisbane Economic Development Agency (#BEDA) and Tourism & Events Queenslands (#TEQ). Already looking forward to what comes next! #AIBC2026 #Brisbane #breastsurganz #cobrca #ASBD #BreastCancerCare #brisbaneEvents #MedicalInnovation #KnowledgeSharing

Congratulations to Dinushi Perera, the winner of the Best Poster Award who was awarded the prize at the 2nd AIBC Congress in Brisbane last month for her excellent poster presentation!

Congratulations to Karen Olden, the winner of the Best Abstract Award who was awarded the prize at the 2nd AIBC Congress in Brisbane this month for her excellent oral presentation!

AIBC 2026 would like to thank our supporters and exhibitors. It is with their support that we can continue in our mission to promote research and education and disseminate new knowledge. We can't wait to see you next week in Brisbane! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #palliativecare #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #HER2 #reconsstruction #locoregionaltherapy #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

What does the future hold for us in the field of breast cancer? In order to find out, join us for the closing session on "Breast cancer 2036" on Saturday, October 10 from 15:00-16:15. The session will include fascinating talks by local and international speakers: Elizabeth Morris, USA; Sunil Lakhani, Brisbane; Judy Boughey, USA; Kevin Kalinsky, USA; and Kirsten Pilatti, Melbourne. See you next week in Brisbane! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #palliativecare #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #HER2 #reconsstruction #locoregionaltherapy #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

As the congress will reach the end, join us for the session on "Palliative care" on Saturday, October 10 from 14:00-15:00 with renowned speakers: Belinda Kiely, Jenny Gilchrist and Phillip Good. Looking forward to greeting you soon in Brisbane! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #palliativecare #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #HER2 #reconsstruction #locoregionaltherapy #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Four fascinating pre-congress workshops will take place on Thursday, October 8 from 9:30-12:30 prior to the official Congress opening. There is still time to register separately for the workshops, even if you have already registered to the congress. We are excited to see you soon in Brisbane! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #genetictesting #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #breastimaging #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #HER2 #reconsstruction #locoregionaltherapy #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Countdown to the AIBC Congress! Last chance to register and join us in the session on "HER2 positive disease" on Saturday, October 10 from 11:30-13:00 with renowned speakers: Rebecca Moor, Catherine Shannon, Sanjeev Kumar and Javier Cortes. See you soon in Brisbane. #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #HER2 #reconsstruction #locoregionaltherapy #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Another session worth joining at the AIBC Congress "Local therapy" will take place on Saturday, October 10 from 11:30-13:00. The session will include a thought provoking debate between two Australian doctors Caroline MacCallum and Susan Bell and 3 didactic talks by international and local speakers: Gillian Lamoury from Sydney; Peter Barry, UK and Michel Kerin, Ireland. Only 2 weeks to go! See you soon in Brisbane. #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #localtherapy #reconstruction #locoregional therapy #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Join the session on "Locoregional therapy" on Saturday, October 10 from 09:30-11:00 am. The session will include 2 exciting debates and a didactic talk with international and local renowned speakers: Alastair Thompson, USA; Stuart McIntosh, UK, Judy Boughey, USA; Nicole McCarthy, Australia and Melanie Walker, Australia. See you soon in Brisbane. #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #reconsstruction #locoregionaltherapy #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

We are pleased to announce that due to popular demand ..... the AIBC Gala Dinner has been moved to a larger venue, allowing us to welcome more guests! If you would still like to book your tickets, please contact: info@impactevents.com.au #AIBCongress #networking #galadinner

A great session on "Survivorship" will take place on Saturday, October 10 from 08:30-09:30 am. The session will include 4 presentations by Jodi Steel who will be representing consumers, Leilani Way, Kerry Patford and Marina Reeves. We look forward to greeting you in Brisbane. #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #survivorship #supportivecare #reconsstruction #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Join us at the session on "Controversies in Reconstruction" on Saturday, October 10 at 08:30 am for the interesting talk by Owen Ung from Brisbane and hear the consumer voice by Vicki Durston from Melbourne. The session will also include an exciting debate between Gillian Lamoury from Sydney and Shelley Potter who will be joining us from the UK. Don't miss out. Register now! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #supportivecare #reconsstruction #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Every patient deserves the best supportive care. Join the session on "Supportive care: Management of endocrine therapy side effects" - at the AIB Congress on Friday, October 9 for 3 stimulating talks by Australian experts in the field: Tahnee Downs, Janine Porter-Steele and Jen McKenzie. Register now and save your place! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #supporivecare #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

"Metastatic breast cancer" - a widely covered topic in the field of breast care. Join us for this session at the AIB Congress on Friday, October 9. The session will include a debate between Steven David from Melbourne and Angella Allen from Brisbane, as well as a didactic presentation by Alistair Ring who will be joining us all the way from the UK. See you soon in Brisbane in October! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #metastatic #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Another great session not to be missed at the AIB Congress on Friday, October 9 on "Imaging", with fascinating presentations by two well renowned speakers from Melbourne: Bruce Mann and Allison Rose. Register now for the congress and confirm your place at the congress in Brisbane in October! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #imaging #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Join us at the AIB Congress on Friday, October 9 for the stimulating session on "Adjuvant endocrine therapy". The session includes well known speakers - two international speakers: Javier Cortes from Spain and Kevin Kalinsky from USA, and two local speakers: Richard de Boer and Belinda Yeo, both from Melbourne. Don't forget to register. See you in Brisbane in October! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #endocrinetherapy #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Join us at the AIB Congress on Friday, October 9 for the interesting session on "Triple negative breast cancer". The session includes a fascinating talk by Sydney based breast pathology specialist, Nirmala Pathmanathan as well as two renowned international speakers who will be debating against each other: Javier Cortes, Spain and Alistair Ring, London. See you in Brisbane in October! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #pathology #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Be part of AIBC and join fascinating sessions, debates and discussions with top experts in the field of breast cancer from Australasia and around the world. We would like to thank all our speakers, including those who will travel across the globe to join us in Brisbane! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD

Another exciting session on "DCIS" is planned during the AIB Congress in Brisbane. Join the two controversial debates with 4 top international speakers: Naamit Gerber, USA, Stuart McIntosh, Ireland, Alastair Thompson, USA and Judy Boughey, USA. See you in Brisbane! #AIBC2026 #BreastCareCancer #breastsurgery #oncology #screening #medicaleducation #breastcancerresearch #lymphoedema #HealthcareConference #DCIS #BrisbaneEvents #BreastSurgANZ #CoBrCa #ASBD