Thursday Three - 23 Jul 2026

• IAGG2026 – Thank you, Amsterdam!
• Victoria Division Annual Meet Up 27th August – Let’s connect
• Sponsorship momentum builds for AAGConf26
  

IAGG2026 – Thank you, Amsterdam! 

What an incredible time at IAGG2026! The 23rd World Congress of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG) was, without a doubt, an event to be remembered, with over 3,500 participants from more than 80 countries, 1,675 presentations, and a rich program of keynotes, symposia, workshops, poster sessions and networking.

The Aussie cohort did not disappoint, from standing room only appearances, creative posters and art installations, to packed lecture halls and theatres, our members, partners and sector colleagues provided exceptional research, education and innovation reflective of an enormously talented pool of delegates. We were thrilled to see so many of you in person, showcasing the strength of Australian research, policy and practice on the global stage.

At the Closing Ceremony, Congress President Martijn Huisman reflected on four inspiring days of science, collaboration and connection, thanking all participants, speakers, chairs, sponsors, partners and committees for their invaluable contributions. He then invited everyone to carry the IAGG spirit forward beyond Amsterdam as we look ahead to the next World Congress - Sydney 2030. We can’t wait to host the world at the 24th IAGG World Congress, including the 2-day Knowledge in Ageing Leadership Summit in Tāhuna Queenstown, Aotearoa New Zealand, and look forward to seeing everyone there.

Finally, we could not have had such an incredible impact at IAGG2026 without the creativity and support of our members and network partners, especially AAG Life Member Emeritus Professor Julie Byles AO, New Zealand Association of Gerontology (NZAG) President Associate Professor Rosie Gibson, NZAG First Nations Representative, Katrina Pōtiki Bryant, and Alison King, CEO, Australian and New Zealand Society of Geriatric Medicine (ANZSGM). Thank you!

Above from left: Rosie Gibson, Renu Borst and Alison King; Katrina Pōtiki Bryant; Julie Byles (top); delegates signing up to IAGG2030; Julie’s artwork.

Pictured from top left: Heather Keller (Canada) and AAG nutrition gurus - Danielle Cave, Alice Pashley and Karly Bartrim;
A plethora of AAG member delegates; 2026 Gary Andrews International Fellow Prof Rayne Stroebel with AAG President,
Anita Westera; Outgoing IAGG-AOR Chairman Prof Cheng-Chieh Lin and AAG CEO Renu Borst; Shahinoor Akter
and poster; Geeke Peeters (IAGG2026 Planning Committee), Keith Hill, Raphaelle-Ashley Guerbaai, Christina Ekegren and Aislinn Lalor.

Victoria Division Annual Meet Up – Let’s connect 

Now in its fourth year, the popular AAG Vic Social is on again!

If you’re in Victoria and have always wanted to connect with and meet other researchers, advocates and practitioners in ageing, this is the year! Join this friendly and welcoming group to build new connections towards future collaboration.

Thursday, 27 August 2026 | 5:30 to 7:30PM AEST

The Restaurant @ Doubletree By Hilton

Ground Level, 270 Flinders Street, Melbourne

$30 entry for AAG members and each member guest

Two drinks and grazing plates including, additional at bar prices.

Spark new collaborations, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and discover more about Victorian-based research and innovations. Plus, you can bring a friend and help grow our network! All non-AAG members in attendance will receive a voucher worth 50% off AAG membership.

Find out more and secure your spot by 20th August

Sponsorship momentum builds for AAGConf26 

Excitement is building for the 59th AAG Conference, 10–13 November 2026 at Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, bringing together people from across ageing research, policy, practice, services and advocacy to share ideas, connect and collaborate.

AAG is pleased to thank the organisations already getting behind this important event. Our Diamond Sponsor, the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, is joined by Gold Sponsors Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) and Clinical Placement with Older People (CPOP). We’re also grateful for support from the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, Bolton Clarke and Silverchain, along with Bronze Sponsors - Gen Aged Care DataAustralian Institute of Health and Welfare, Brightwater Group and Dementia Support Australia.

There are still plenty of ways to be involved, raise your profile, meet a multidisciplinary audience and show your support for better ageing. To explore sponsorship or exhibition opportunities, register your interest through the conference sponsorship page or contact Michael Tan for more information at [email protected].