AusBiotech 2025 Week in Melbourne
For decades, AusBiotech has united Australia’s life sciences sector, connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. As a super-connector event, it drives critical domestic conversations within our industry, boosting collaboration, informing policy, and creating long-term partnerships that enable Australia’s life sciences ecosystem to thrive.
With expanding international attendance, the conference also underscores Australia’s growing opportunity to further amplify partnership potential, leveraging global interest in our research, and the development and commercialisation of home-grown innovation. From 2025, this unparalleled gathering of industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs and researchers will be known as the AusBiotech International Conference. AusBiotech 2025 will take place from 21–24 October 2025 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
As the Host State Partner, the Victorian Government is delighted to provide international delegates with exclusive information regarding AusBiotech Invest, registration discounts for the AusBiotech International Conference 2025, an invitation to the Victorian Networking Reception, and the Victorian Life Sciences Ecosystem Tour.
CONFERENCE DETAILS
AusBiotech Invest - 21 October 2025
AusBiotech Invest is Australia’s premier life sciences investment event, connecting innovative businesses with crucial funding. This flagship platform drives innovation and growth for all participants. Taking place on 21 October 2025 at Crown Towers, Melbourne, attendees can explore up to 30 company presentations, keynote speakers, and market updates. Connect with leading life science executives and network with investors through one-to-one partnering.
Website: www.ausbiotechinvestment.com.au
AusBiotech International Conference - 21 October - 24 October 2025
Australia’s largest biotechnology conference and the flagship event of Australia’s biggest week in biotech, convening the entire ecosystem and connecting Australian expertise with local and global partnerships.
Connect with industry players via the AusBiotech 2025 event app, enabling you to build a personalised agenda, connect with attendees, and access event resources. Participate and benefit from AusPartnering - AusBiotech’s dedicated business matching platform, designed to foster meaningful one-on-one meetings between delegates.
Website: www.ausbiotechnc.org
VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT NETWORKING RECEPTION
The Victorian Government will host an Exclusive Networking Reception for international visitors and health technology ecosystem partners.
This event is by invitation only and scheduled for the evening of October 21st. Guests will have the opportunity to discover the limitless possibilities of Melbourne's vibrant health and biotech ecosystem, top-tier R&D infrastructure, and state-of-the-art manufacturing expertise, representing a wide range of investment opportunities. Attendees will be able to network and connect with leading researchers, universities, biotech and life science companies, as well as government officials from Melbourne and beyond.
-> The invitations will be provided by the Victorian Government Trade and Investment offices (VGTI)
REGISTRATION - Exclusive Offer for Victorian Government international guests
Registration to the events is available via the websites:
https://ausbiotech.eventsair.com/ausbiotech-2025/register/Site/Register
https://ausbiotech.eventsair.com/ausbioinvest-2025/investor-app/Site/Register
The Victorian Government provides international delegates with an EXCLUSIVE RATE to attend AusBiotech events.
- The discount code, which discounts the registration for the AusBiotech International Conference 2025, will be available via the Victorian Government Trade and Investment offices (VGTI) after an expression of interest by the client company. Delegate registrations should use the supplied Victorian Government discount code during registration.
- Please note that the registration process for AusBiotech Invest is slightly different than the main conference. Registration for qualified investors is free; however, investors must apply directly via the website.
PARTNERING
AusPartnering includes 30-minute, one-on-one meetings with other delegates, personalised meeting schedules via email, confidential conversations in dedicated meeting rooms, and onsite concierge available for support and troubleshooting throughout the program. Please note that access to AusPartnering is not included with all ticket types. To check registration inclusions please view the registration options here.
Victorian Government may provide access to introductions to potential Victorian clients ahead of the conference subject to available VGTI resources. Meeting with Government representatives seeking information or introductions can be easily arranged either prior or via the AusPartnering program.
VICTORIA ECOSYSTEM TOUR
Site tours of premier innovation precincts are planned for delegates free of charge on the morning of the 21st October 2025. Delegates wishing to opt for these site tour options will indicate their participation via the registration process. Spaces are limited, so early registration is recommended.
Please reach out to Cecilia Hou - cecilia.hou@global.vic.gov.au - if you are keen to attend.