FAQs

During The Event

Will food & beverage be provided at the conference?

All Day Dining will be available in PIEF Village for all delegates attending the conference - including Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea, refreshments are included.

Dietary restrictions can be accommodated, requests will be taken through the registration process.

Will there be photos and videos taken at the conference?

Yes, there will be a team of crew capturing the event in both formats. If you do not wish to be featured in any content, please advise the crew present.

Will session recordings be available after the conference?

Most session recordings from PIEF2026 will be available for three months post conference for those with digital access. Keynotes are only available in transcript form - for a copy, please contact pief@piefconference.com

How do i access the livestreams?

Whilst logged into the app, click/press the Livestream button and all livestreams are listed. All recorded session will be available in the VOD tab before the end of October. These will be available until the end of January 2027.

How do I get help during the conference?

Please contact one of the team at the desk located in the venue lobby, or by going to this link or asking anyone in an official PIEF 2026 tshirt.

Is there free WIFI?

Yes - there will be dedicated WiFi available throughout the venue.

Will the conference be livestreamed?

Yes, all conference sessions (excluding workshops, available post conference) as well as the Awards Gala Dinner will be live streamed. All inclusive and Conference Only tickets, plus Digital Passes allow you to view the conference in real time.

What are the parking and transport options?

The venue will feature on-site, secure parking managed by Wilson Parking, with primary access located at 7 Cavendish Street.

There is also the option of the new Deakin Waterfront Campus Multideck Carpark (entry at 24-26 Smythe Street), located nearby. Other nearby options include the 17 Yarra St Car Park and Civic Centre parking.

You will also find convenient access to public transport, including the Geelong Train Station (400m away) and various bus routes, with taxi/ride-share pick-up on Western Beach Road and Smythe Street.

What if there is a schedule change?

Attendees at the Conference will be able to view all live changes in the official conference app.

What is the dress code for PIEF2026?

The Conference and Experiences are business casual and the Awards Gala Dinner is evening wear. We don't have a cloakroom available.

Does the venue have accessibility?

Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre was designed with universal access in mind. It features step-free pathways, Changing Places restrooms, infrared hearing systems, and sensory rooms.

The venue is dedicated to being inclusive for all visitors.

The venue provides a wide range of specific services to make your visit comfortable.

The operators of Nyaal Banyul have an Accessibility Advisory Committee to constantly improve the building.

Nyaal Banyul have an official Accessibility Checklist to make sure our event works for all guests.

Nyaal Banyul Geelong features the following for those who require accessibility options:

- Accessible car parking spaces.
- Accessible pedestrian links.
- Accessible doors to meeting spaces and entrances.
- Accessible sliding doors for amenities and parenting rooms.
- Accessible seating options, including spaces for wheelchairs, companions and wider seats.
- All-gender bathroom facilities.
- Changing Places facility.
- Infrared augmented hearing system.
- High-contrast signage for the visually impaired.
- Integrated ramping.
- Sensory room nearby.

General Information

Conference timing

Sunday 25 Oct
Welcome event 6pm-8pm

Monday 26 Oct
Conference kicks off 8.30am (Registrations & PIEF Village open earlier)
Daytime sessions through until 5pm
Awards Gala Dinner from 6.30pm-11.30pm

Tuesday 27 Oct
Conference kicks off from 8am
Daytime sessions through until 4pm
Farewell event 4.30pm-6.30pm

Times are subject to final confirmations.

Can I volunteer at PIEF 2026

Yes, we would welcome anyone who would like to play an important role in the success of PIEF 2026. Please contact us at pief@piefconference.com

Does the conference have any accommodation partners?

Yes, you can access special conference rates for delegates at the Crowne Plaza, the Holiday Inn and the Novotel.
Please check our Accommodation page for details.

I am overseas, can i attend PIEF 2026?

If you are planning on attending PIEF from overseas, please consider the various visa options before going through the registration phase. Australia has some tough immigration laws, so we don’t want you to get stuck if you are considering a visit to Australia to attend the conference.

The visa that you will have to apply for depends on your passport.

Visit https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder for more information, please make sure you read the information thoroughly before starting the process of your visa application.

The first is the standard visitor visa, predominantly used for visiting family or friends, or to holiday, but also allows you to conduct some specific business activities, including taking part in a conference, trade fair or seminar while visiting.

Good luck with this process, and make sure you are aware of the visa processing time, to make sure it’s finalised before the conference.

When will the program be released?

The full program has been released, and is available at piefconference.com/program

How can I become a member of PIEF?

Please get in contact us through the link below for more information:
https://www.pief.com.au/contact-us

Who produces the Conference?

The conference is designed and co-ordinated by the Personal Injury Education Foundation with guidance from an industry sub-committee. It is produced by ImagineX. You can contact them on 1300 794 210 or email.

Will I get CPD points for attending the Conference?

Yes, you will be able to claim CPD points from your respective organisation. Information for this will be available closer to the event.

Post Event

How do I access all session recordings?

Session recordings will be available in the "VOD" section of the live streaming section of the app until the end of January 2027.

Pre-Event

How do I request any dietaries or accessibility?

During the lead up to the event, you will be given the chance to put in requests through your individual delegate login.

What are the conference dates for PIEF 2026?

This year's conference is being held from Sunday, Oct 25 until Tuesday, Oct 27 at Nyaal Banyul, Geelong Convention & Event Centre.

Sunday: Welcome Experience
Monday: Conference / Awards Gala Dinner
Tuesday: Conference / Farewell Experience

Where is the conference being held in 2026?

The PIEF National Conference and Excellence in Personal Injury & Disability Management Awards will be held in Geelong at Nyaal Banyul, Geelong Convention Centre.

How can I speak at PIEF2026?

Submissions have closed for 2026. Our judging process has begun.

When will I find out if I've been selected to be a speaker?

We will advise the outcome of session submissions to all of you who have submitted on July 22.

Tickets & Registration

How do i purchase a ticket?

Registrations for the conference can be purchased by visiting the registration page online.

What are the payment options for registration?

We have invoicing and credit card payment options.

Currently, you need to be a sponsor or a PIEF member to access the invoice option. If you're unable to facilitate payment by credit card due to a specific circumstance, please contact us at pief@piefconference.com and advise us of your circumstance.

For those paying by credit card, please note we are unable to accept AMEX, Diners Club, or JCB.

Can I purchase Awards Gala Dinner tickets 'by the table'?

Tickets for the dinner and for the conference are all purchased as individual tickets. However, you are able to purchase multiple individual tickets as part of the one transaction.

Can I request who I would like to sit with at the Awards Gala Dinner?