Six healthcare events to add to your March 2026 calendar
Australia’s healthcare calendar is shaping up to be a busy one in March 2026, with a cluster of national events bringing together clinicians, executives, innovators and policymakers.
From system reform and digital health to pharmacy, virtual care and professional development, these forums offer a chance to step out of day-to-day operations and look ahead at what’s next for healthcare delivery and business in Australia.
Here are six upcoming healthcare events worth watching, and who they’re best suited for.
1. Australian Healthcare Week
When and where: 11-12 March 2026, Sydney
Who it’s for: Hospital executives, health service leaders, policymakers, digital health vendors and system reformers.
Why attend: Australian Healthcare Week is one of the country’s largest healthcare conferences, bringing together leaders from public and private systems to tackle workforce pressure, funding models, digital transformation and patient outcomes. The agenda typically spans hospital operations, health infrastructure, aged care integration and emerging technologies, making it particularly valuable for senior leaders navigating complexity at scale.
The big picture: This is where macro healthcare conversations happen. Expect insight into national priorities, policy direction and how large systems are adapting to workforce and demand pressures.
2. Healthcare 2040 Expo 2026
When and where: 11-12 March 2026, Sydney
Who it’s for: Healthtech founders, innovators, investors, digital health leaders and future-focused clinicians.
Why attend: Running alongside Australian Healthcare Week, Healthcare 2040 Expo shifts the focus to what healthcare could look like in 10 to 15 years. AI, automation, data, precision medicine and patient-centric models are front and centre.
The big picture: If your role sits at the intersection of healthcare and innovation, this expo is about inspiration and foresight, helping leaders think beyond today’s constraints toward long-term opportunity.
3. Australasian Pharmacy Professional Conference & Trade Exhibition
When and where: 12-14 March 2026, Gold Coast
Who it’s for: Community and hospital pharmacists, pharmacy owners, industry partners and suppliers.
Why attend: This flagship pharmacy event blends clinical education with business strategy, showcasing new products, services and professional trends shaping pharmacy practice. With pharmacists increasingly positioned as accessible primary care providers, the conference also explores expanded scope, digital tools and patient engagement.
The big picture: For pharmacy leaders, this is about staying commercially viable while adapting to changing expectations around care delivery and professional identity.
4. Re:Formulate 2026 – Healthcare Conference
When and where: 14 March 2026, Sydney
Who it’s for: Healthcare entrepreneurs, private practice owners, executives and change-makers.
Why attend: Re:Formulate is designed for leaders looking to rethink how healthcare businesses are built and run. Sessions often focus on strategy, leadership, innovation and sustainable growth beyond traditional clinical models.
The big picture: This is a more intimate, future-focused event that encourages reflection and bold thinking about how healthcare leaders can design businesses that work for both patients and professionals.
5. ASCPD Symposium 2026
When and where: 20-22 March 2026, Melbourne
Who it’s for: Medical specialists, advanced clinicians and healthcare professionals focused on continuing professional development.
Why attend: The ASCPD Symposium is centred on high-quality education, evidence-based practice and professional development across specialties.
The big picture: In an era of rapid clinical change and rising complexity, this symposium supports clinicians to stay current while connecting with peers facing similar pressures.
6. Connect Virtual Care 2026
When and where: 31 March-1 April 2026, Sydney
Who it’s for: Telehealth providers, digital health leaders, policymakers, clinicians and health service managers.
Why attend: As virtual care becomes embedded rather than optional, Connect Virtual Care explores what effective, safe and scalable digital healthcare looks like in practice. Topics typically include telehealth models, virtual hospitals, remote monitoring and regulatory considerations.
The big picture: For organisations investing in hybrid or fully virtual care models, this event offers practical insight into what works and what’s coming next.
The takeaway
Whether you’re leading a hospital, running a private practice, building health technology or shaping policy, these events reflect a healthcare sector in transition.
The common thread is clear: leaders who step back to learn, connect and think strategically will be better placed to navigate reform, workforce pressure and innovation in the year ahead.
Image credit: Australasian Pharmacy Professional Conference & Trade Exhibition
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