CONNECT27 - Storylines
Description
The annual gathering for the truth-seekers and story-tellers of the Christian Media and Arts community.
CONNECT is designed to be a catalyst, helping advance our individual and collective excellence, unity, reach and influence. Together, we gather for insight and encouragement. To celebrate and to foster. Our focus is twofold – you, the media and arts community, and also the diverse audiences we have the privilege of engaging with.
When our work aligns with God's voice, it carries a resonance that echoes truth, beauty and goodness into the world. Our goal is to help support and inspire you and your team, as you think well, create well and speak well into people’s lives, society and culture.
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FAQs
- When is CONNECT27?
14th - 16th September 2027.
CONNECT27 will be held at the QT Gold Coast
Tuesday September 14th: 5.30pm - 9pm CONNECT27 Kicks off with the Excellence in Media Awards.
Wednesday September 15th: CONNECT26 conference sessions 8.45am - 3.30pm and 5.30pm till 7pm - CONNECT+ A Limited Ticket Wednesday night event with entertainment, food and drinks.
Thursday September 16th: CONNECT26 conference sessions 8.45am - 3.30pm
- When should I arrive?
We recommend arriving into the Gold Coast by 2pm on Tuesday the 14th September.
You are welcome to come on down to the registration desk on the ground floor near the ballroom once you arrive and check your allocated seating for the awards dinner.
Tuesday night commences at 5.30pm for pre dinner drinks and canapés in the ballroom foyer prior to the Excellence in Media awards.
- What is the dress code?
Excellence in Media Awards: formal/ cocktail, take the opportunity to get dressed up and celebrate!
Conference sessions: business casual, no suits or ties needed here.
- Where to book accommodation?
CONNECT27 registration does not include accommodation.
A conference group rate is available at the QT Gold Coast and can be booked via the conference registration page.
The Gold Coast boasts a variety of accommodation options suitable for any budget so feel free to book anywhere that suits you.
If you select accommodation other than QT, transfers to and from the conference will be at your own expense.
- What can I expect at CONNECT27?
A celebration, a voyage and a transformative experience with the truth-seekers and story-tellers of the Christian Media and Arts community.
Together, we gather for courage and encouragement. To glean and to impart. To celebrate and to foster.
Our focus is twofold – you, the media and arts community, and also the diverse audiences we have the privilege of engaging with.
You’ll leave refreshed and equipped with new ideas to help you and your team continue to think, create and speak well into the lives of others.
- What meals are included?
Your registration includes the Excellence in Media Awards Dinner on Tuesday evening September 14th, and morning teas and lunches on both Wednesday and Thursday of the conference.
If you book accommodation with the QT Gold Coast via the discounted group rate, the room rate includes breakfast daily for 1 guest.
- Questions?
Got a question you can’t find the answer to?
Please email connect26@mediaarts.org.au
- Terms and Conditions
Full details on ticketing refunds, exchanges and replacements, available here.
- Do you offer any financial subsidies or financial assistance?
Yes. Thanks to our sponsors, we have access to limited funds to assist members under financial hardship.
To apply for consideration, please email your request, with evidence of need and value of financial subsidy to ceo@mediaarts.org.au
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