Frequently Asked Questions

Event Details

Friday 30 May 2025 – 9am-5pm & Saturday 31 May – 8am-1pm.

The Symposium will be held in new rooms at the Pan Pacific, Perth.

We are still finalising speakers and presentations. We will update our website with a draft program early next year. You can see current speakers here.

The dress code is smart casual. Air-conditioning can fluctuate so please ensure you have appropriate clothing with you.

You will be provided with:

  • A Symposium Program
  • A delegate bag with inserts from exhibitors
  • A name tag with your name on it
  • Note taking utilities

Please feel free to bring your own:

  • Water bottle
  • Fidget toy
  • Headphones
  • Sunglasses

An information pack containing all event information for delegates will be emailed before the Symposium.

During the event the crowd may be photographed, if you would prefer your photo not to be taken, please contact one of the Spectrum Space Staff & Volunteers on the day.

Recording of presentations are not permitted due to privacy reasons.

Yes, food and beverage will be available. We are in the process of finalising the menu for both days and we will update this space when ready. If you have specific dietary needs, you will be able to select an option when you purchase your ticket.

Tickets & Bursaries

Tickets can be purchased here. Early bird tickets will go on sale Friday 1st November, 10am AWST.

Nope! We welcome anyone and everyone to attend.

Tickets are non-refundable, but you can transfer your ticket to someone else if needed.

We’re excited that you’re interested in joining us! However, this Symposium is open to individuals who are 18 years old and above.

As a support person, you may be eligible to apply for a bursary. If your application is approved, you will need to pay a reduced fee of $50 for your ticket.

A bursary is a monetary award made by a funding authority to individuals. Formally, this was known as a Subsidy. The same rules apply.

Yes! If you are autistic, or a carer/family member of an autistic individual, you are eligible to apply for a bursary. If your application is approved, you will need to pay a reduced fee of $50 for your ticket.

Due to the funding criteria, only 1 ticket per family is allowed. If you have any questions regarding this, please email events@spectrumspace.org.au.

Yes, you will get a partial refund, minus the $50 for the reduced ticket price. If you have any questions about this, please email events@spectrumspace.org.au.

Accessibility and Accommodations

An external venue is used to present the Spectrum Space Symposium and while we have made every effort to create a sensory-friendly environment, there are environmental elements present outside our control.

Please feel free to bring support items such as fidgets, headphones and sunglasses to support you throughout the day. There may be bright lights, applause, air condition, food smells and crowded areas during the event.

If you need a break, a quiet room will be available. If you need support or have questions, ask one of our event staff on the day. They will be wearing black t-shirts with the Spectrum Space name and logo on them.

Some materials will be accessible after the event. More information on this will be announced in due course.

Yes, you’re welcome to enter and exit as needed. Please keep your ticket with you and enter the space respectfully if a presentation is in progress.

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer an online option or recording this time.

Parking and Transportation

Parking is available at Pan Pacific but are subject to availability at the time of entry and therefore non-guaranteed. Entry access is via Hill Street. There are other parking options around Pan Pacific.

Valet parking: $65.00

Delegates will get a 40% discount on self parking.

  • 1 hour – $10
  • 2 hours – $20
  • 3 hours – $30
  • 4-24 hours – $40

Perth Train Station is the nearest option. Catch the red cat, a free bus service that leaves every 6 minutes. Get on the RED CAT at Wellington Street Perth Station Eastbound and get off at Goderich St, Mercedes College, and walk 5 minutes (450m) to the Pan Pacific Hotel.

Alternatively, Pan Pacific Hotel is a 20-minute walk from Perth Train Station.

Further travel information is available here.

Contact Information

There will be staff members available at the registration desk who can assist with any questions or issues. If you have any queries prior to the event, please email events@spectrumspace.org.au.