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SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION
We invite you to be part of this memorable event. The prospectus outlines various levels of involvement to suit every budget and marketing objective
REGISTRATIONS
OPEN
Registrations have been reopened under a hybrid model. Early bird registrations close on 31 March 2021.
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NOTICE:
POSTPONEMENT
Conference has been postponed until 27 June – 2 July 2021
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A WARM WELCOME TO CAIRNS
Considering the recent outbreaks and ongoing travel restrictions, the Conference Organising Committee has made the difficult decision to postpone the Joint Conference. This decision has been made with the health and wellbeing of our members, delegates, and sponsors as our highest priority.
The good news is that the Conference is only postponed and will therefore still go head. The new dates are 27 June – 2 July 2021 in Cairns.
All 2020 abstract submissions and registrations will be automatically transferred to 2021 Conference.
In the instance that Covid restrictions were to limit our ability to meet in person mid-2021, we have laid the groundwork for a seamless transition to a hybrid conference experience. This will include physical event/s in Australia and New Zealand, complimented by an online interactive streaming of the sessions, as well as virtual exhibition opportunities. For those that are unable to attend one of the physical locations, attendees will be able to join from the comfort of their home or office. If you intend on registering in person or online, the committee would be grateful if you can please register early to assist with logistics.
In addition, the Conference Organising Committee are planning a webinar event on Friday 4th of December 2020 to celebrate World Soils Day. More information on this will be available in due course.
Stay safe and healthy!
Assoc. Prof. Luke Mosley
President Soil Science Australia
Professor John McLean Bennett CPSS
Chair of Conference Committee
LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE
- John Bennett (conference chair)
Soil Science Australia - Jim Payne (Conference Deputy Chair)
Soil Science Australia, Queensland Government - Mark Crawford (Conference Treasurer)
Soil Science Australia, Queensland Government - Stirling Roberton (Conference Secretary)
The University of Southern Queensland - Bronwyn Masters, Queensland Government
- Neil Enderlin, Queensland Government
- Rob Dehayr (ASPAC Representative)
Queensland Government - Megan Balks (NZSSS Representative)
University of Waikato NZ - Pierre Roudier (NZSSS Representative)
Landcare Research NZ
PULLMAN CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL
Live the experience of Cairns
The Pullman Cairns International offers you a perfect combination of comfort and convenience located in the heart of the city. With its close proximity to the fleet terminal our hotel is of the best location while exploring the World famous Great Barrier Reef and other nearby attractions.
CAIRNS ATTRACTIONS

GREAT BARRIER REEF
One of Australia’s most remarkable natural gifts, the Great Barrier Reef is blessed with the breathtaking beauty of the world’s largest coral reef and some of the most beautiful sun-soaked, golden beaches.

PORT DOUGLAS
An hour north of Cairns is the village of Port Douglas, where iconic resorts and stylish apartments sprawl along untouched beaches. It’s known for its sophisticated dining, excellent shopping and barefoot luxe vibe.

DAINTREE RAINFOREST
The Wet Tropics are the oldest rainforests in the world and a unique experience. They are thought to be 6 to 10 times older than those found in the protected areas of the Amazon, that’s about 150 million years ago!
KEY DATES
01/12/2020
Round 1 Author Notification
01/02/2020
Round 2 Abstract Deadline
14/04/2021
Full Paper Deadline
31/03/2021
Earlybird Registrations Close
KEY DATES
Author notification (submitted prior to 1 Sep 2020): 1 Dec 2020
Extended short abstract submission: 1 Feb 2021
Author notification (submitted prior to 1 Feb 2021): 20 Feb 2021
Early bird registration deadline: 31 March 2021
Full paper (optional) deadline: 15 Apr 2021
Standard registration deadline: 14 May 2021
Conference 27 June – 2 July 2021
CONTACT
Lea Boodee – PCO
On-Cue Conferences
P: +61 3 8080 8087
E: Conf2020@soilscienceaustralia.org.au
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Soil Science Australia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land and pays its respects to their Elders, past, present and future.