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Thank you Adam Purcell | Melbourne Ceili Camera for photographing #VicBioCon26!! Visit melbourneceilicamera.org to see all the amazing moments he captured at the conference and purchase photos!
A graphic of the logos of all of VicBioCon's sponsors; those mentioned in the caption as well as La Trobe University, Arthur Rylah Institute, Co-Exist Australia, Zoos Victoria, Monash University, Faunatech, City of Moonee Valley, Ecology Australia, Ecological Consultants Association Victoria, Ecology & Heritage Partners, Luminary, Field Naturalists Club of Victoria, Practical Ecology.
Thank you to all of the amazing sponsors at #VicBioCon26! Special thanks to: Unimelb for hosting us, Nature Advisory's sponsorship of the conference & coffee cart & the Natural Resources Conservation Trust for sponsoring the Bushland Conservation grant & VicBioCon Research grant!
A deep green logo that says "Nature Advisory" with a light green leaf on the letter "N".
We’re grateful to Nature Advisory for being one of our main sponsors of #VicBioCon26, as well as the sponsor of our coffee cart! Their support helps make this event possible, and we’re delighted to have them as part of this year’s conference. 🌿
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We still have spots open for session judges at #VicBioCon26! Judging student talks gives a chance to celebrate their achievements & get constructive criticism. We welcome expressions of interest at vicbiocon@gmail.com from any non-students attending a session!
Adam Purcell | Melbourne Ceili Camera
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Thank you to our workshop hosts Michael Wheeler and Astrid O’Connor for a great first day of #VicBioCon26!
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We hope you're ready for #VicBioCon26 starting with our workshops tomorrow! Be sure to plan your trip to the venue with our guide at vicbiocon.com/venue 🌿We recommend sustainable transport options such as bus, bike or carpool!🚌🚲
📷 Adam Purcell | @melbourneceilicamera
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At #VicBioCon26 you can expect signposted directions & lift access to all conference spaces, free masks at registration, Hearing Loops in all conference rooms + our friendly volunteers & committee members ready to assist with any questions! See vicbiocon.com/venue for more!
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This is the last week to submit photos for the #VicBioCon26 photo comp before entries close at 11:59pm Feb 13th! Post with the hashtag #VicBioCon26Photo or email to vicbiocon@gmail.com, for the joy of sharing your photography, and for the chance at a prize!
📷 Yennifer Longo | Instagram: BotanyByYen
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🚨Today is the last chance to get tickets for our 10th Anniversary Conference Dinner!🚨 Close out #VicBioCon26 with a private viewing of Science Gallery Melbourne's current exhibition “Distraction” plus a buffet dinner and drinks!🍾 vicbiocon.com/tickets
You can hear Therésa's perspective on a variety of urban biodiversity topics at the first #VicBioCon26 panel on the 17th! Find out more on our program here: vicbiocon.com/program
A lineart graphic of two hands clinking full wine glasses set on an emerald green background. The graphic is overlaid with white text that says “Conference dinner!”. Beneath the graphic more white text says “Science Gallery Melbourne, Wed Feb 18 5pm”. Image header reads “Victorian Buodiversity Conference” in white font. Image footer reads “Dinner is our love language” in white font.
🚨Only 3 days left to get tickets for the #VicBioCon26 Tenth Anniversary Conference Dinner!!🚨Don’t miss this rare opportunity to celebrate a milestone with us AND attend a private viewing of Science Gallery Melbourne’s current exhibition “Distraction”! Get your ticket at vicbiocon.com/tickets
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🚨Grant applications for #VicBioCon26 close TODAY!🚨 See more info and apply for project funding or conference attendance support at vicbiocon.com/grants 🌳
📷 Adam Purcell | Melbourne Ceili Camera
A photo of the interior of Science Gallery Melbourne, with blue and red neon lighting and bright screens. The photo is obscured by a semi-transparent white box with blue text that reads: "the first annual victorian biodiversity conference dinner, Wed Feb 8th, 5pm. Science Gallery Melbourne, 700 Swanston Street, Parkville"
🌱Tickets for the #VicBioCon26 Conference Dinner are selling out FAST! Get yours by February 8th and enjoy dinner, drinks, and a private exhibition viewing at Science Gallery Melbourne to celebrate VicBioCon's 10th Anniversary!🍾 vicbiocon.com/tickets
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This year, the 10th VicBioCon will wrap up with a conference dinner at Science Gallery Melbourne!🔭🎨 Grab your tickets now to attend a private viewing of their current exhibition “Distraction” plus a buffet dinner and drinks! #VicBioCon26
www.vicbiocon.com/tickets
An infographic announcing the VicBioCon Breaking Barriers Grant, with a VicBioCon logo. The body text reads "The Victorian Biodiversity Conference is dedicated to providing an inclusive, supportive and diverse atmosphere. As such, the Breaking Barriers Grant is available to support presenters travel and access to the conference."
The #VicBioCon26 Breaking Barriers Grant supports presenters to make VicBioCon more accessible. If there are factors, challenges or concerns that make the conference less accessible to you, consider applying for the grant at vicbiocon.com/breakingbarriers
An infographic announcing the VicBioCon Research Grant, with a VicBioCon and Natural Resources Conservation Trust logo. The body text reads "To support research that increases knowledge or supports the conservation of biodiversity in Vicotria. We welcome applications from PhD students, early career researchers and other Victorian-based professionals or community organisations. Kindly sponsored by Natural Resources Conservation Trust"
If you're attending #VicBioCon26 & conducting a project within Victoria, consider applying for our VicBioCon Research Grant, sponsored by the Natural Resources Conservation Trust! For more information, visit vicbiocon.com/research-grant
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🚨TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR #VicBioCon26 at @unimelb.bsky.social!🚨
Attend the conference days (Feb 17th-18th), learn new skills at our workshops (Feb 16th), and attend our conference dinner at Science Gallery Melbourne (Feb 18th)!
Head over to vicbiocon.com/tickets!
An infographic with a cartoon camera in the top right corner, and at the bottom two cartoon people taking pictures of animals. Title text: "Enter the VicBioCon26 Photography Competition!" Subheading: "Post photos on Instagram with #VicBioCon26Photo or send them to vicbiocon@gmail.com under these categories!" Body text lists the categories: 1. “Seeds & Spores” - Showcasing Victorian flora & fungi 2. “Call of the Wild” - Showcasing Victorian fauna 3. “Far horizons” - Victorian ecosystems and landscapes 4. "Secret Lives” - Macro or microscope photography 5. “I Spy” - Camera trap snaps 6. “Time Flies” - Before and after photos; think restoration, research progress, etc! Footnote: "Visit vicbiocon.com/photo-comp for T&Cs"
Our photo competition for #VicBioCon26 is now open! 📸🦘 To enter, share your photo on Instagram using the hashtag #VicBioCon26Photo OR Email us your submission at vicbiocon@gmail.com. Find out more at vicbiocon.com/photo-comp 📸
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS CLOSING TODAY🚨 Submit your abstract to vicbiocon.com/2026-abstracts or email them to vicbiocon@gmail.com before 11:59pm to present at #VicBioCon26!
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🚨We're extending the deadline for abstract submissions!🚨 Get your abstracts in before 11:59pm Monday Nov 10th to present at #VicBioCon26!
Submit yours at vicbiocon.com/2026-abstracts
Infographic with a cartoon person painting on an easel. The easel is covered in green and pink paint splatters with information on the competition. Heading: "VicBioCon Logo Competition" Body text: "Enter for the chance to make the next official VicBioCon logo and win $500! Email entries to vicbiocon@gmail.com before 11:59pm Friday 13th February 2026."
🖌Calling all artists, we're extending our #VicBioCon26 Logo Comp! We're also switching up the prize, the winner will now be awarded $500! Enter the competition by emailing your designs to vicbiocon@gmail.com before 11:59pm on Friday 13th February 2026!🎨
T&Cs here: www.vicbiocon.com/post/enter-t...
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🚨ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS CLOSING TODAY🚨 Submit your abstract to vicbiocon.com/2026-abstracts before 11:59pm to present at #VicBioCon26! 🦎🐨🌳🐙
📷 Adam Purcell | Melbourne Ceili Camera
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🚨ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS CLOSE TOMORROW🚨 Tomorrow is the final day to submit your abstract for #VicBioCon26! Head to vicbiocon.com/2026-abstracts for the opportunity to present your work in February!🌳
📷 Adam Purcell | Melbourne Ceili Camera
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Meet us at the blue dot for the #VicBioCon26 Bioblitz at 10am today! The easiest way to find us is to come in via the western car park and follow the path to the picnic tables 🌏
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🦖🔎We’ve had some super cool presentations from super cool presenters over the years, and you could join their leagues by submitting an abstract for #VicBioCon26! Submissions close in a week so make sure you submit at www.vicbiocon.com/2026-abstracts
📸Adam Purcell | Melbourne Ceili Camera
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🦎How LO can you GO? Enter the #VicBioCon26 Logo Competition by emailing your designs to vicbiocon@gmail.com by September 15th to win conference and networking event tickets, plus the glory of creating the new official VicBioCon Logo! T&Cs here: www.vicbiocon.com/post/enter-t...
Green graphic with details for sponsor tiers. Bronze Tier perks: all listed in post caption. Silver Tier perks: all listed in post caption plus 2 networking event tickets ($200 value), Dedicated vendor table, Logo on holding slides between sessions, 2 social media mentions pre- event and during. All valued at $450. Gold Tier: All Silver perks plus 2 full conference tickets ($250 value), 2 networking event tickets ($200 value), 2 workshop tickets ($100 value), Premium vendor table placement, Featured post on social media with story highlight, Verbal thanks in opening/closing remarks, Logo in top-tier position on all signage and digital program, First pick for add-on event sponsorships. Total value $1,000.
🍃Check out our #VicBioCon26 Sponsorship Tiers! All tiers come with a social media shout-out, 2 tickets to the conference, and your logo on our digital materials! See all tiers for extra perks, and stay tuned for some unique sponsorship options! Find out more at www.vicbiocon.com/contact-us
A graphic with 3 segments. Segment 1 shows the VicBioCon logo with wrapped text: "Sponsoring VBC 2026". Below is an image of a full conference hall. Segment 2 is a green box over a cartoon plant with the text: "Get in touch- email address: vicbiocon@gmail.com, website: vicbiocon.com.au, social media: @vicbiocon". Segment 3 shows a photo of a cockatoo in flight and a title that reads "About Us" followed by the text found on the vicbiocon website about us page at vicbiocon.com/about
🌱 Did you know there's more than one way to sponsor #VicBioCon26? Get in touch to find out more, or check back here over the next few days as we post more info!
