We welcome your registration for the 46th Annual Society of Mental Health Research (SMHR) Conference, co-hosted with the Australasian Society for Bipolar and Depressive Disorders (ASBDD). It is important to read all the information on the website before you commence.

All prices quoted are in New Zealand Dollars (NZ$) and are inclusive of goods and services tax (GST). 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTRATION

• All information should be typed in upper and lower case (eg John Smith)
• Please use the ‘Tab’ key to move from one field to the next 
• As you complete the details on each page, click ‘Next’ to proceed to the next section
• You will have the opportunity to review and edit your registration details before the final stage of confirmation and payment
• Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge are the preferred platforms for use of the form

PLEASE NOTE: From Thursday 22 October 2026 onwards all online registrations must be paid in full by credit card.

A code was sent to all SMHR and ASBDD members on 12 May 2026, please enter this code below to proceed to the members registration fees. Important: If the code entered does not match the code emailed to members on 11 May 2026 you will be taken to the Non-Member registration fees. Please check your code carefully before entering. Alternatively, if you would like to join SMHR to receive the discount code, please click here or to become an ASBDD member please click here.

All prices quoted are in New Zealand dollars (NZ$) and are inclusive of goods and services tax (GST).

Early bird registration closes Tuesday 4 August 2026; following this date standard registration fees will apply.

Refer to the Conference website for a full list of fees and inclusions. 

Inclusions:

• Entry to all Conference plenary and concurrent sessions

• Lunch, morning and afternoon teas (daily)

• Conference name badge and access to Conference App

• One ticket to the Networking Welcome Reception (Wednesday 25 November 2026)

• Access to purchase tickets to the Networking Dinner (Thursday 26 November 2026)

• Access to register for Pre-Conference Meeting attendance

Inclusions: 

• Entry to Conference plenary and concurrent sessions (on designated day only)

• Lunch, morning and afternoon teas (on designated day only)

• Conference name badge and access to Conference App

• Access to purchase tickets to the Networking Welcome Reception (Wednesday 25 November 2026)

• Access to purchase tickets to the Networking Dinner (Thursday 26 November 2026)

Should you wish to attend multiple days, please select one day below and once you have completed the registration process, email to add in your additional day/s. 

All prices quoted are in New Zealand dollars (NZ$) and are inclusive of goods and services tax (GST).

Early bird registration closes Tuesday 4 August 2026; following this date standard registration fees will apply.

Refer to the Conference website for a full list of fees and inclusions. 

Inclusions:

• Entry to all Conference plenary and concurrent sessions

• Lunch, morning and afternoon teas (daily)

• Conference name badge and access to Conference App

• One ticket to the Networking Welcome Reception (Wednesday 25 November 2026)

• Access to purchase tickets to the Networking Dinner (Thursday 26 November 2026)

• Access to register for Pre-Conference Meeting attendance

Inclusions: 

• Entry to Conference plenary and concurrent sessions (on designated day only)

• Lunch, morning and afternoon teas (on designated day only)

• Conference name badge and access to Conference App

• Access to purchase tickets to the Networking Welcome Reception (Wednesday 25 November 2026)

• Access to purchase tickets to the Networking Dinner (Thursday 26 November 2026)

Should you wish to attend multiple days, please select one day below and once you have completed the registration process, email to add in your additional day/s. 

The Alliance for the Prevention of Mental Disorders (APMD) Symposium will be held on Tuesday 24 November at the Conference venue. Please note for planning purposes if you register for the APMD your name, position and organization will be provided to the official representatives of the organisation managing the workshop. 

For further description on the meeting, please visit the website.

We invite you to participate in the below social functions. Details for each of these can be found on the Conference website.

We invite you to participate in the below social functions. Details for each of these can be found on the Conference website. 

Planning Your Journey

We acknowledge that travel arrangements are an important consideration when planning attendance at the Conference. In light of increased operating costs across the airline industry, delegates are encouraged to secure flights and accommodation at the earliest opportunity to access the most favourable availability and fares. The Conference program has been carefully structured to accommodate flexible arrival and departure schedules, and we look forward to welcoming you to a professionally rewarding and seamlessly connected event.

Accommodation Notice

As Christchurch will be hosting multiple events during this period, accommodation demand is expected to be high. Delegates are strongly advised to book accommodation as early as possible. A selection of accommodation options located within walking distance of the Conference venue is available and can be viewed via the Conference website. Early reservations are recommended to ensure availability and preferred room allocations.

Accommodation options are available for your selection within walking distance of the Conference venue. More information about the options can be found on the website. We encourage to secure your bookings early.

PLEASE NOTE:

• A valid credit card number must be provided to secure your booking. The card detailed will be shared with the hotel as a guarantee of your booking. 
• You are responsible for settling your room and incidental expenses direct with the hotel.   
• Please note the terms and conditions for cancellation (or reduction by one or more nights) or no-shows for each hotel when considering your options. If applicable, it is noted in the terms and conditions below if a hotel requires payment in advance; if so, this will charged to your nominated credit card.
• Accommodation is held from Sunday 22 November 2026 to Sunday 29 November 2026. If you require dates outside of this period, please note your preferred dates in the 'Special Requirements' section. The Delegate Services Team will contact the hotel direct and advise you of availability

DEADLINES
The hotels impose strict release dates of 30 days prior to arrival, so any bookings made after Thursday 22 October 2026 will be subject to availability.

CHANGE OF BOOKING
To make a subsequent change or to cancel your booking, notification must be made via email to the Conference Office. Verbal changes or cancellations cannot be accepted nor will the hotels accept any changes direct.

ACCOMMODATION NOT REQUIRED? 
Please tick the relevant box below then click on 'Next' to continue through the registration process.