What would a National Air Quality Strategy mean for Australia’s health?

At the upcoming HEAL 2026 Conference hosted by the HEAL National Research Network, join some of Australia’s leading voices in air quality, respiratory health, research...

At the upcoming HEAL 2026 Conference hosted by the HEAL National Research Network, join some of Australia’s leading voices in air quality, respiratory health, research and policy for a plenary discussion on the urgent case for a coordinated national approach to clean air. From bushfire smoke and wood heater emissions to urban pollution and emerging health challenges, this session will explore the evidence, opportunities and actions needed to protect the health of Australians now and into the future.

📝 National Healthy Air Quality Strategy Plenary Session
📅 Wednesday 4 November 2026
⏰ 1:40pm – 2:40pm

Hear from:
• Dr Dr Bronwyn King AO (Burnet Institute)
• Dr Rebecca Haddock (Asthma Australia)
• Professor Sotiris Vardoulakis (HEAL Network, University of Canberra)
• Professor Lidia Morawska (THRIVE, Queensland University of Technology)
• Professor Fay Johnston (Centre for Safe Air, University of Tasmania)
• Moderated by Dr Nigel Goodman (University of Canberra and RMIT University).

Each speaker will share insights from their research, advocacy and engagement activities that are improving air quality and health outcomes across Australia. The session will conclude with a panel discussion examining the urgent need for a coordinated National Air Quality Strategy.

👉 Register now and for more information: https://healnetwork.vfairs.com/en/

The ARC Training Centre for Advanced Building Systems Against Airborne Infection Transmission is funded by the Australian Government and industry partners through the Australian Research Council Industrial Transformation Training Centre Program.