Concordia 2026 – ‘You Haven’t Come This Far, To Only Come This Far’

The 2026 theme is ‘You Haven’t Come This Far, To Only Come This Far, as the ACC, and the chiropractic profession keep pushing forward on our journey together.

This year we have a lot to celebrate! Our second cohort of fantastic chiropractic graduates, moving to a new larger Melbourne campus site, expanding our Adelaide campus and of course this wonderful profession!

As always, we’ll have a special Friday night Keynote Speaker, and this time it’s Olympic gold medallistSteven Bradbury!

Yes, Steven Bradbury, very embodiment of the concept of ‘You Haven’t Come This Far, To Only Come This Far’.

From Australia’s first Winter Olympic medal in Lillehammer, to that unforgettable Gold in Salt Lake City, his journey is one of persistence, teamwork, and preparation meeting opportunity.” At Concordia 2026, learn how to put yourself in position to “Do a Bradbury” – to be ready when your moment comes.

Then of course on Saturday, we’ll have a fantastic array of speakers and chiropractic thought leaders from around the world, touching on a wide variety of themes and topics. Such as:

  • Dr Stephen Sassinis Shashyan
  • Dr Alice Cade
  • Dr Michael Poulsen
  • Dr Brian Kelly
  • Dr Rosemary Keating
  • Dr Craig Foote
  • Dr Miles Upfold
  • Dr Kylie de Bruyn
  • Dr Erin Hawken
  • Dr Chris Ramsey
  • Dr Brandi MacDonald
  • Dr Don MacDonald
  • Dr David Fletcher

Winding up of course, with the annual Themed Cocktail Party on the Saturday night, this year it’s “Movies”! It will be time to dress up as your favourite movie character or star!

So join us again, or, if it’s your first time at Concordia, welcome, as we continue our journey together!

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Concordia 2026 Schedule:

Friday March 27th

ACC Graduation – Bachelor Of Chiropractic

Prior the official launch of Concordia 2026, the ACC will be holding a graduation ceremony for our second batch of graduates for the Bachelor of Chiropractic, we’ll also acknowledge our Adelaide Diploma graduates. (Our Melbourne Diploma graduates have their own the previous week in Melbourne.)

The graduation venue is the same as Concordia, the Stamford Grand Glenelg, and will be held in the main ballroom.

Concordia delegates are welcome to attend this their morning ceremonies. Please contact Dani at the ACC directly if you plan to attend, so we can manage numbers – [email protected]

11:00am – ACC Bachelor of Chiropractic & Diploma of Health Sciences Graduation Ceremony (Adelaide)

(you are advised to arrive earlier for a prompt start)

Concordia Launch & Key Note Address

Then Concordia kicks off on Friday evening when we celebrate the wins of the past year, and hear from our Keynote speaker Steven Bradbury.

Then hang around and mingle with friends, students, and colleagues for a drink afterwards as we prepare for the huge day ahead!

Concordia Conference – Saturday March 28th

The Saturday is a jam packed day comprising of inspiration, team focus, and know how.

There will be two rooms in operation during the course of the day, The Main & Teams Room, as well as the Philosophy Room.

You’ll be able to immerse yourself with the art and science in the Main Room, or alternatively, you may choose to delve more into the heart and philosophy. You’ll be spoilt for choice!

Then, Saturday night prepare yourself for the much anticipated annual Concordia Cocktail fancy dress party, this year the theme is “Movies”. So pick your favorite movie character or movie and show your wild side!

Main Room & Teams Room:

Time:Presenter:Room:
8:15am
Concordia Registration (if not already)     Ballroom Entrance
8:30amDr Patrick Sim – ACC President & Alison AsherWelcome To The Show!Main Ballroom
8:45amDr Brian Kelly
The Profession Hasn’t Come This Far, To Have Only Come This Far
Main Ballroom
9:10amDr Kylie de Bruyn“The Power of the Uncomfortable Yes”Main Ballroom
9:35amDr. Craig Foote
Good Is The Enemy Of Your CallingMain Ballroom
10:00amDr. Erin Hawken‘Creativity and the Power of Personal Evolution’
Main Ballroom
10:30amMorning Tea
11:05amDr Miles Upfold“When The System Fails, Leadership Shines.”Main Ballroom
11:35amDr Rosemary KeatingChiropractic Is Our Cover StoryMain Ballroom
12:05pmDr Michael PoulsenAdjusting Course Mid-flightMain Ballroom
12:35pmDr Ryan SeamanResearch and the Future of Chiropractic – ASRFMain Ballroom
12:45pmLunch Break (free time)
2:10pmDr Don MacDonald & Dr Brandi MacDonald“The Sensory Revolution. Understanding the Language of the Nervous System and Learning to Communicate it” Main Ballroom
3:00pmDr. David FletcherThe Emergence of the Neuro-Centric PracticeMain Ballroom
3:30pmAfternoon TeaMain Ballroom
4:10pmDr Stephen Sassinis Shashyan“From Heart to Hands: the Power to Transform Lives.”Main Ballroom
4:50pmWind Up & Ready to Dress Up!Main Ballroom
7:30pm“Movies” Theme Cocktail BashMain Ballroom

Philosophy Room Schedule:
Time:Presenter:Room:
11:05amDr Chris Ramsay“Too Many Paths -When Freedom Becomes a Burden”Colley Room
11:35amDr Brian KellyHow To Integrate Philosophy Into Your PracticeColley Room
12:05pmDr Alice CadeHow Far We Have Come: Science in a Philosophical World.Colley Room

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