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Social Program

To add to your experience at the Rural Mental Health Conference, we have put together a number of activities you can enjoy both within and outside of the Conference program, at no additional cost.

At some of the session, places are limited, so please reserve a spot.

Conference Welcome Dinner (Pay Your Own Way)

Relax and unwind on night one of the conference with your peers, colleagues and friends.

You’ll be able to order directly from the restaurant’s dinner and drinks menu, from share plates to mains and desserts. The Albury Brewhouse is a local, contemporary brewhouse offering fresh craft beer and a modern menu. Located alongside the conference venue and across the road from the conference hotel.

Location: Albury Brewhouse, 618 Dean Street, Albury
Date: Wednesday, November 8th (day one of the conference)
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Cost: Pay your own way, on the night.

Please note: Spaces have filled fast for this dinner. If you want to be included in the event, please save your spot now.

Save you spot: Register for this session as you complete your conference registration.

Networking Welcome Reception

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The networking welcome reception is a chance for you and your fellow delegates to say G’day. Conference exhibitors, partners, committee and presenters are all welcomed. Light canapés and beverages will be served.

Entertainment by Tonic Trio
Step into a world where timeless jazz standards meet contemporary brilliance with Tonic Trio. Composed of seasoned musicians, this trio specialises in the art of improvisation, breathing fresh life into the classics.

Location: The Albury Club, 519 Kiewa St, Albury
Date: Thursday, November 9th (conference day two)
Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Cost: Tickets are included for 3-day Conference Registrations. Additional guest and/or partner tickets can be purchase separately.

Save your spot: Register for this session as you complete your conference registration.

Presenting at Rural Mental Health Conference

RMHC will explore the theme: Justice and equity: Issues and solutions for Rural and Remote Mental Health.

As a presenter you will share your latest research, findings, ideas and insights with the rural mental health community. This is your chance to lend your voice to the current challenges faced by the sector and provide real-world case studies, solutions and new approaches to creating safe, thriving communities. This opportunity comes up once a year so please take this as your moment to apply to present now.

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Paint by Numbers, located inside the Wellness Zone

Paint by numbers

Gather your colleagues and channel your inner artist at the Paint by Numbers table. These easy-to-follow designs are suitable for beginners and experienced artists. Relax and enjoy painting one of eight different designs.

Location: Waratah Room, Level 1 at the Commercial Club Albury
Date: Thursday, November 9th & Friday, November 10th 
Time: During conference times 
Cost: Free!

Conference Puzzle, located inside the Wellness Zone

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The challenge has been set - can we complete our beautiful 1000 piece puzzle as a team before the end of the conference? Add a few pieces in between your chosen sessions or when you want to a 10 minute mindfulness break.

Location: Waratah Room, Level 1 at the Commercial Club Albury
Date: Thursday, November 9th & Friday, November 10th
Time: During conference time
Cost: Free!

Yoga in the Botanical Gardens

Stretch, unwind,

Join Sal and the team from Self Pilates each morning in the Albury Botanical Gardens for a guided Yoga session. If you’re a yoga enthusiast or a beginner, everyone attending the conference is welcome to attend.

Location: Corner of Dean Street and Wodonga Place (200 metres / 3-minute walk down Dean Street from the Atura Hotel).
Date: Thursday 9 November and Friday 10 November
Time: 6:30am – 7:15am
Cost: Free

Please note: Yoga mat is provided, please bring your own water.

Murray River Walk

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Take an easy 20-minute walk from conference venue to Noreuil Park Foreshore to view the famous Murray River. Located less than a kilometre from the Albury CBD off Wodonga Place, Noreuil Park Foreshore is the most popular riverside park in Albury. With mature shade trees, picnic tables and large expanses of grass, there is plenty of space to sit, relax and watch the river water pass by. The River Deck Café is open from 9am – 3pm daily.

Distance: approximately 1km
Location: Noreuil Park Foreshore, Wodonga Place, Albury

Albury Botanical Gardens

Botantic Gardens

Need some fresh air and sunshine? Enjoy the green retreat of the Albury Botanical Gardens, a short 5-minute walk from the conference venue. Explore 10 acres of the garden's established trees, meandering pathways and colourful garden beds.

Free Entry

Location: Corner of Dean Street and Wodonga Place, Albury 

Opening Hours: 6:30am until sunset 

For more information, visit https://www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au/leisure/parks-and-public-spaces/botanic-gardens 

Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA)

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MAMA is the region’s most significant contemporary art museum, located in old Town Hall. Experience international exhibitions with deep connections to the Albury region and cultural identity. Enjoy a coffee or bite to eat at the Canvas Eatery overlooking QEII Square.  

Location: 546 Dean Street, Albury  

Time: Open 10:00am – 5:00pm 

Cost: Free Entry  

For more information, visit www.mamalbury.com.au

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