Join us in Darwin for IRPA18 in 2032;
and plan your Northern Territory adventure
Join us in Darwin for IRPA18 in 2032;
and experience Australian hospitality in the Top End
IRPA18 Darwin 2032 will be a congress of practical solutions,
new friendships, and unforgettable experiences
Enrich your senses in Australia’s Top End;
join us in Darwin for IRPA18 in 2032
Discover practical solutions in the Northern Territory;
join us in Darwin for IRPA18 in 2032
The global radiation protection community is coming to Australia’s Top End. IRPA18 will bring together experts, practitioners, and emerging leaders for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and an unforgettable destination experience.

Welcome to IRPA18 Darwin 2032

The Australasian Radiation Protection Society (ARPS) looks forward to welcoming the international radiation protection community to Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, for the 18th International Radiation Protection Association (IRPA) International congress in 2032.

This website will be the central place for updates, key milestones, and ways to get involved as planning progresses.

Whether you’re coming to present, learn, connect, or explore, we’ll keep you informed as IRPA18 takes shape. Check back for milestone updates, ways to get involved, and planning details, plus inspiration for making the most of your time in Darwin and the Northern Territory.

MEET THE TEAM

The Australasian Radiation Protection Society (ARPS) is the peak professional body for radiation protection practitioners in the Australasian region. ARPS is recognised for regional leadership, including its role as a founding member and current Chair of the Asia Oceanic Association for Radiation Protection (AOARP). Founded in 1975, ARPS celebrated 50 years in 2025.

Meet the team supporting early planning for IRPA18 Darwin 2032. If you have questions, partnership enquiries, or would like to contribute, please get in touch; we’d love to hear from you.

ARPS IRPA18 Bid is supported by these organisations

IRPA18 DESTINATION

Australia’s Northern Territory offers a multi-sensory experience that transcends the physical and connects you to the land, the ancient culture and the people.
The Northern Territory offers contemporary meeting spaces, immersive experiences, and unique offsite venues framed by iconic landscapes.

Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory, one of seven states and two territories that make up Australia.

Visiting Darwin, you’ll experience a safe, welcoming, and friendly destination that offers multi-sensory experiences, encouraging meaningful connections to the land, ancient culture, and people.
Boasting a tropical climate and relaxed atmosphere, Darwin serves as a key international gateway to Australia, with the international airport only a 15-minute drive from the world-class, award-winning Darwin Convention Centre.
Renowned for its ancient landscapes, nature-based experiences and rich cultural heritage dating back 65,000 years, Darwin is an inclusive, diverse and truly remarkable business events destination.

Darwin International Airport offers direct flights to most Australian capital cities; consider exploring another part of Australia pre or post conference. 

Find more about what you can see and do in the Northern Territory. 

Travelling to the Northern Territory

Darwin is Australia’s gateway to Asia which offers seamless connectivity onto the rest of the world. The Northern Territory regions of Darwin, Alice Springs and Uluru are also within easy reach of all Australian capital cities.
Singapore is Darwin’s primary international hub, which provides one-stop connectivity with Southeast Asia, North Asia (China, Japan, Korea etc), South Asia and the sub-continent (India, Sri Lanka etc), UK/Europe, South Africa and North America.
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Walk through the Field of Light Uluru
The Northern Territory is known for spectacular scenery and an array of stunning natural colours – but there’s nothing quite like the Field of Light located in the shadow of Uluru.
Created by acclaimed artist Bruce Munro, the spectacular Uluru light show – made up of more than 50,000 solar lights – contrasts perfectly with the setting sun and the brilliant night sky.
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Venue

The venue for IRPA18 will be the Darwin Convention Centre. Perfectly suited to multi day conferences and trade expos, close to accommodation, restaurants and cafes, and you can even take a swim at lunchtime if you fancy.
Take a tour and see what awaits you.