Pause and play in the HCI

Escape from the hustle and bustle of the meeting and check out the below complimentary activities in the healthcare industry exhibition at Cairns Convention Centre.
FOOD

Gelato and frappe bar

Feeling thirsty and need to cool down?
In the HCI foyer next to booth 52, Medlife is sponsoring a complimentary gelato and frappe station from Saturday to Monday.
Feel refreshed with a cool frappe and get set to enjoy locally inspired gelato with exotic tastes from the region during the catering breaks.

Activated food station

Priority Life & & Perpetual are partnering with us to provide an exciting activated food station in the HCI foyer next to booth 35. Showcasing different cuisines each day, the fun and creative experience of a tailored meal is yours to enjoy during catering breaks from Saturday to Monday.

Coffee stop

Gold sponsors, GE HealthCare and Medtronic, will be serving barista made coffee in the HCI Arena from 7.30am each day, make sure you stop by.

Juice bar

Gold sponsors BD will host a juice bar at their booth, providing you with an opportunity to taste some of the incredible tropical fruits Cairns has to offer. Two new flavours each day!

ENTERTAINMENT

Roaming Wild – Meet n greet

Sunday 4 May 2025, 12-1.30pm

Feeling brave? Step into the wild with Roaming Wild! Come meet some of Cairns’ coolest creatures. You can find them located between booth 1 and 6.

You can expect to catch a glimpse of some of the below animals!

Saltwater Crocodile
Squirrel glider OR Ringtail Possum
Blue Tongue Lizard
Bearded Dragon
Shingleback Lizard
Pythons
Red-tailed Black cockatoo
Giant burrowing cockroach
Scorpion
Tarantula

Massages

Sunday 4 May and Monday 5 May 2024, 12-4pm

Relax and recharge with a free massage! Whether you’re feeling tense from sitting through sessions or just need a quick break, Daintree corporate massage are here to help you unwind. Stop by the lounge for a calming experience that will leave you refreshed and ready to dive back into the action.

Sessions will go between 3-7min depending on demand and will target shoulders, neck and head.

Healthcare industry reception

Sunday 5 May 5-6.30pm

Attending the healthcare industry reception? You’re in for a treat! Our fellow anaesthetist, Dr Daniele Lazzari (DLAZZ), will be DJing throughout the evening. Don’t forget to swing by the ANZCA lounge for a refreshing cocktail—get there early before they’re all gone!

GAMIFICATION
Gamification is back this year! Join in on this point scoring system where you achieve points for answering questions, making connections, meeting with the healthcare industry, and completing activities. Be sure to refer to the ‘How to win points’ section in the mobile app to see what goals you need to complete. Be wary though, as some goals have time restrictions in which you have a limited time to earn points. The top three scorers for the duration of the meeting will win some fantastic prizes, winners to be announced on the last day of the ASM at the Sip and Spritz event.

You could win one of the amazing prizes below, Good luck!
1st Prize – Dinosaur Designs gift card and Frank Green essentials set
2nd Prize – Fujifilm Instax Mini Instant Camera + film, Cairns Monopoly and Frank Green essentials set
3rd Prize – Aesop travel kit and Frank Green essentials set