For more than 30 years, the VNCA Conference has been a leading platform for professional development, knowledge sharing, and collaboration, bringing together veterinary nurses and technologists from across Australia and around the world.

In 2027, we are delighted to welcome delegates to Tasmania for the 33^rd VNCA Conference, themed "Connected in Purpose – Advancing as One."

This theme reflects the strength of our profession when we come together with a shared vision: to elevate standards of care, support one another's growth, and drive positive change within the veterinary industry. It recognises that while our roles, experiences, and career paths may differ, we are united by a common purpose and a collective commitment to advancing veterinary nursing and technology.

Partnering with the VNCA Conference provides a unique opportunity to showcase your organisation to an engaged audience of veterinary professionals. Our sponsorship and exhibition packages are designed to maximise brand exposure, facilitate meaningful connections, and create valuable opportunities for engagement before, during, and after the conference.

Through your support, you will not only strengthen your presence within the veterinary industry but also contribute to the ongoing advancement of veterinary nursing and technology.

Please click 'Next' to proceed with your Sponsorship & Exhibition Booking.  Please note, as part of the booking, process we request that you upload your company logo and profile.

Please select from one of the options below. These options listed below are the only packages that include an exhibition booth. If you want to participate in the exhibition, then you must select one of these options below.

If you wish to only select one of the additional opportunities without securing a booth, please select "Additional opportunities only".

Please note all prices listed are in AUD and include GST.

Please click on the link below to view the floorplan.

33rd VNCA Conference - exhibition floorplan

Please list your top three preferences for your booth. Sites will then be allocated on a first in, first served basis on receipt of booking form and payment.

The VNCA aims to not allocate competing companies next to one another and this will be considered when allocating sites. Sponsors are responsible for reviewing the floorplan carefully and selecting their preferred booth locations that are not in close proximity to their competitors. 

These Exhibition Enhancements are available exclusively to sponsors who have secured a booth package as part of their participation.

We invite you to review the available enhancement options outlined below and select those that best align with your objectives. Once submitted, your selections will be reviewed by the VNCA team, and we will be in touch to confirm availability and next steps.

If you prefer not to include any additional enhancements, simply click ‘Next’ to proceed with your booking.

Attract a steady stream of delegates with the irresistible aroma of freshly made coffee. A professional barista will serve premium coffees, herbal tea and hot chocolate to order across all three conference days.

The barista cart will be positioned adjacent to your booth to maximise visibility and engagement (subject to venue and power access). This is a fantastic way to create a welcoming atmosphere, spark conversations, and leave a lasting impression – one cup at a time.

A premier opportunity to position your organisation alongside world-class expertise and thought leadership in veterinary nursing and technology. As one of the conference’s most prominent sponsorship opportunities, it provides exceptional visibility and recognition among delegates eager to hear from a globally respected industry leader.

By supporting the keynote presenter, your organisation demonstrates a commitment to professional development, innovation, and the ongoing advancement of the veterinary profession.  This partnership aligns your brand with some of the conference's most highly attended and influential sessions, creating a memorable association with inspiration, learning and forward-thinking ideas.  It is an impactful way to elevate your profile, engage a targeted audience, and reinforce your organisation's role as a valued partner.  

Showcase your expertise, innovation, and industry leadership by securing the exclusive opportunity to deliver a hands-on workshop as part of the Conference education program. As the sole sponsored workshop available, this premium opportunity allows your organisation to engage directly with delegates through an interactive learning experience that demonstrates practical applications, builds skills, and highlights your products, services, or solutions in a meaningful and memorable way.

Designed to encourage active participation and knowledge sharing, the workshop format provides a unique platform to foster deeper connections with attendees while positioning your organisation as a trusted contributor to professional development within the veterinary industry.

To discuss the workshop format and explore how it can be tailored to align with your strategic objectives, please contact the VNCA Conference Manager.

As this is an exclusive opportunity with limited availability, it must be secured by Tuesday 1 September 2026 to guarantee inclusion in the conference program and promotional materials.

Looking to launch a new product or service? This exclusive opportunity provides a powerful platform to introduce your latest innovation to a highly targeted and engaged audience of veterinary nurses and technologists.

Designed to maximise visibility and engagement, this sponsorship allows your organisation to deliver a dedicated commercial presentation on a topic aligned with your brand, products, or expertise. Whether unveiling a new solution, sharing industry insights, or demonstrating emerging technologies, this session enables you to connect directly with delegates in an informative and impactful setting.

Position your organisation as a leader in innovation while highlighting the benefits and practical applications of your products or services. This is a valuable opportunity to educate, inspire, and engage veterinary professionals who are actively seeking new ideas, solutions, and advancements to support their work and enhance patient care.

The Breakfast Sessions offer a premium opportunity to connect with delegates in a highly engaged and welcoming environment. Whether you're launching a new product, showcasing industry expertise, or sharing thought leadership, this exclusive format allows your organisation to capture attention at the very start of the conference day while attendees enjoy breakfast.

As part of the official education program, sponsors can deliver a dedicated presentation and provide their own speaker and topic, aligned with their strategic objectives and key messages. This popular format combines education and networking in a relaxed environment, creating valuable opportunities to build brand awareness, generate leads, and engage directly with delegates.

Please note that two Breakfast Sessions will be held concurrently on Wednesday 18 March and Thursday 19 March. The VNCA Conference Team will work closely with sponsors to ensure topics are complementary and appeal to different audience interests, maximising attendance and value for all participating organisations.

The VNCA Conference Awards shines a spotlight on professional excellence and innovation within our profession. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:

• Best poster presentation

• Best case study presentation

Sponsoring one or both of these awards offers a unique opportunity to align your brand with the recognition of outstanding contribution, knowledge sharing and clinical excellence. This is your chance to support and celebrate the hard work of our presenters – those who go above and beyond to educate, inspire and advance our profession.

These Brand Awareness Opportunities are available to all sponsors and provide additional ways to increase your visibility before, during and after the conference.

Browse the opportunities below and select those that best support your marketing and engagement objectives. Your selections will be reviewed by the VNCA team, and we will contact you to confirm availability and next steps.

If you do not wish to add any Brand Awareness Opportunities, simply click 'Next' to continue.

Located within the exhibition area, the Delegate Lounge provides a welcoming hub where delegates can pause, recharge, and connect with colleagues between education sessions. Designed to foster conversation and community, this dedicated space supports the conference theme of Connected in Purpose – Advancing as One, creating opportunities for meaningful interactions and relationship-building throughout the event.

Put your brand directly into the hands of every delegate with the Branded Delegate Bag Sponsorship. Distributed at registration and used throughout the conference, these practical bags become an essential companion for carrying conference materials, promotional items, and personal belongings.

Featuring your organisation’s logo alongside the conference branding, delegate bags provide prominent visibility throughout the event while extending your brand presence well beyond the conference itself. As delegates continue to use their bags after the event, your organisation benefits from ongoing recognition and exposure.

This sponsorship offers a lasting way to connect with attendees and reinforce your support of a profession that is Connected in Purpose – Advancing as One.

The Lanyard Sponsorship offers one of the conference’s most visible and effective branding opportunities. As all delegates are required to wear their conference name badge throughout the event, your organisation’s logo will be prominently displayed on every lanyard, providing continuous exposure across all three days of the conference.

As the exclusive sponsor, your brand becomes an integral part of the delegate experience, visible during education sessions, networking functions, social events, and throughout the exhibition. Lanyards are also frequently featured in event photography, meaning your branding is likely to appear in social media posts, conference communications, and post-event publications, extending your reach well beyond the conference itself.

This sponsorship is a unique opportunity to align your organisation with a profession that is Connected in Purpose – Advancing as One, ensuring your brand remains visible wherever delegates connect, learn, and collaborate.

The Conference App serves as the digital hub of the event, providing delegates with instant access to everything they need for a seamless conference experience. From the latest program and speaker profiles to sponsor and exhibitor information, the app keeps attendees informed, engaged, and connected throughout the event.

Delegates can personalise their schedules, receive real-time notifications, access important event updates, and connect with fellow attendees, making the app an essential companion before, during, and after the conference. As a sponsor, this opportunity positions your brand at the centre of the delegate experience, supporting a profession that is Connected in Purpose – Advancing as One.

Join us on Tuesday 16 March from 5.30pm–7.00pm for the President’s Welcome Drinks, the official opening event of the VNCA Conference. This popular networking function brings together delegates, sponsors, exhibitors, and industry leaders to celebrate the start of the conference and foster meaningful connections within the veterinary community. As one of the first opportunities for attendees to engage with colleagues from across the profession, the event creates a welcoming atmosphere that reflects the conference theme of Connected in Purpose – Advancing as One. It is the perfect setting to build relationships, spark conversations, and warmly welcome delegates to Hobart for an inspiring few days of learning, collaboration, and connection.

Celebrate the close of the first full conference day by placing your brand at the centre of one of the event’s most popular networking occasions. Held within the exhibition area on Wednesday 17 March, Happy Hour provides a relaxed and engaging environment where delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors can connect, unwind, and continue conversations beyond the education sessions.

This sponsorship offers excellent brand exposure and the opportunity to associate your organisation with an event that encourages connection, collaboration, and community. As attendees gather to network and socialise, your organisation will enjoy prominent visibility and meaningful engagement with conference participants.

A standout event on the conference calendar, the Gala Dinner is one of the most highly anticipated and well-attended social functions of the VNCA Conference. Bringing delegates together for an evening of celebration, networking, and connection, it provides an exceptional opportunity to showcase your brand to an engaged and captive audience.

As the sponsor, your organisation will benefit from prominent branding throughout the event, ensuring strong visibility during this memorable occasion. Additional opportunities, including sponsorship of the ever-popular photo booth, are available to further enhance your presence and create lasting connections with attendees.

These Advertising Opportunities are available to all sponsors and provide an effective way to promote your organisation, products and services to delegates before, during and after the conference.

Review the advertising options below and select those that best suit your marketing objectives. Your selections will be reviewed by the VNCA team, and we will be in touch to confirm availability and next steps.

If you do not wish to include any Advertising Opportunities, simply click 'Next' to continue.

We invite you to provide an insert in the delegate bags, which can be a corporate flyer, promotional gift or marketing collateral. This is an excellent way to share product information, educational content, brochures or other promotional material directly with attendees. Please note, inclusion of an insert does not confer official conference sponsor status.

We will use the delegate email list to send a message on your behalf conference delegates either before or shortly after the conference. This communication can be tailored to:

• Promote your product or brand in connection to the conference

• Encourage visits to your exhibition booth or commercial session

• Announce competition winners

• Share information about your products and services

Advertising will be included within the conference proceedings which will be available to each delegate for single use download in multiple formats one week prior to, during and after the conference. Full colour advertisements are available.