We are delighted to invite you to attend the 10th annual Metro South Addiction and Mental Health Services Research Symposium on Thursday October 15th, 2026.

This year's theme:

A Decade of Collaboration, Innovation and Research

With keynote speaker Dr Stan Steindl presenting “Listening Is Compassion in Action”

Dr Stan Steindl is a clinical psychologist, author and internationally recognised trainer in Compassion Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, he is an Adjunct Professor at The University of Queensland and Co-Director of the UQ Compassionate Mind Research Group. Stan is the author of The Gifts of Compassion and creator of the YouTube channel Compassion in a T-Shirt, where he makes the science and practice of compassion accessible for everyday life. His work explores how compassion, deep listening and human connection can alleviate suffering and support meaningful change.

Register now to secure your seat.

Connect with peers and experts from your field and visit our poster exhibit showcasing research and innovation that is occurring across Metro South Addiction and Mental Health Services.

A Coffee Cart will be onsite serving barista coffee from 8:15am. Morning tea and lunch provided.

This is an in-person event. Recordings will be made available for viewing after the Symposium for staff who are unable to attend.

Helpful note: Bring a coat as it can get chilly in the auditorium.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

The main campus of Princess Alexandra Hospital is located at 199 Ipswich road Woolloongabba, a 10 minute drive south of Brisbane's central business district.

• The main hospital entrance is accessible via the Ipswich Road entrance

• There are alternative wheelchair access points at levels 1 and 2 via the Cornwell Street entrance

Drop off zones

PAH has two drop off/pick up zones for the main hospital building. these zones can be accessed via the main Ipswich Road entrance and the Cornwall Street entrances. These zones are subject to time restrictions.

Car parks

Metro Parking multi-storey car park is located on the hospital campus on the corner of Ipswich Road and O'Keefe Street. Entry is off Ipswich Road. There is a link way to the foyer of the hospital.

PA Parking multi story car park is located opposite the hospital on Ipswich Road. Entry to this car park is off Wolseley Street. There is a link way over Ipswich Road and a short walk to the main foyer.

Disabled parking

Vehicles displaying a disabled parking permit can park in designated disabled bays on level 4 of the metro multi-storey car park. PA Parking have disabled bays on level 2. PAH staff can provide wheelchair assistance if required: please use the green courtesy phone at the entrance to the link way on level 5 to phone for assistance.

For further information or additional questions, please email MSAMHS_Research@health.qld.gov.au or call 3156 9874 between 8am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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