When and where is the 2026 Congress being held?
The Congress runs from Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September 2026 at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, 61–101 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW 2000, with an online attendance option also available.
The Pre-Congress Menopause Essentials Update (MEU) is held on Friday morning, 0730 registration for 0830 start.
The Congress Opening session commences at 1315 on Friday afternoon.
Congress Program: https://www.amscongress.com.au/program
Can I still register?
Onsite registrations for the Congress, including the onsite MEU, are sold out.
Online attendance registration is available through the Registration page of the Congress website: https://www.amscongress.com.au/registration
Is parking available at the venue?
Parking is available at 2 Blight St, Sydney. The maximum car park height is 2.2m. Day parking costs $65 per vehicle, per day, and overnight parking costs $70 per vehicle, per day.
Is there a dress code for the Congress?
No, there is no strict dress code for the Congress, but it is expected that all delegates are to wear smart casual attire.
How do I get to the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth from the airport?
Sydney Airport is around a 25-minute drive from the CBD in light traffic. Taxis and rideshares take about 20 minutes and cost between $45–$55 one way. The Airport Link train also runs from the airport to the city approximately every 10 minutes.
How do I get around Sydney during the Congress?
Sydney’s public transport network includes buses, trains, metro, light rail and ferries, accessible with an Opal card or a contactless credit card.
How do I access the online Congress?
Attendees who have completed registration and payment receive a personalised link to the OnAIR portal by email at least one week before the event. Check your junk folder if it doesn’t arrive, and contact mail@conferencedesign.com.au if you haven’t received it within five days of the event.
Online Attendee Guide: https://www.amscongress.com.au/online-attendee-guide
Will sessions be recorded, and for how long can I watch them?
Yes, all delegates will have access to the recordings and will be notified by email once recordings are available (allow seven weekdays).
Session recordings are made available via the OnAIR portal for 12 months following the Congress.
Is technical support available during the Congress?
Yes, live support is available during Congress hours for online delegates, though it’s general in nature and can’t assist with workplace firewall or security settings.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
If you’re no longer able to attend, please speak with the team at Conference Design.
Can I switch between onsite and online attendance?
Yes, subject to availability. Changing from onsite to online more than 30 days before the event is eligible for a refund of the fee difference (no refund within 30 days). All change requests must be made via email to Conference Design.
Is there an event app or community platform?
Yes. Download The Event App by EventsAIR from your mobile device:
- Install for iPhone (Apple App Store)
- Install for Android (Google Play Store)
All delegates will be emailed their personal login information.
Who do I contact with questions about the Congress before the event?
Leading up to the Congress, get in touch with the team at Conference Design by email or phone:
- Email: mail@conferencedesign.com.au
- Phone: +61 3 6231 2999
Who do I contact for help once I’m onsite?
Visit the registration desk and speak to the friendly team from Conference Design.