The Parkinson's Gala Dinner & Industry Awards
An evening of celebration, connection and recognition
Join us for a memorable evening bringing together people with Parkinson’s, families, health professionals, researchers, community leaders and supporters.
MAROOCHY RSL EVENTS CENTRE
Saturday 10 October 2026
Featuring the Official Launch of the Parkinson’s Support Fund™
Parkinson’s doesn’t wait. Care shouldn’t either. The Parkinson’s Support Fund helps local people access essential care when government funding is delayed or unavailable.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A night to celebrate.
A community to honour.
Enjoy a wonderful dinner, connect with others from across the Parkinson’s community, and celebrate the people and organisations making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s.
The evening will feature the presentation of the inaugural Parkinson’s Industry Awards, recognising outstanding contributions across professional practice, research and innovation, emerging talent, community leadership and service to the Parkinson’s community.
INDUSTRY AWARDS
Celebrating the Parkinson's community
The Gala Dinner is an opportunity to come together beyond the conference, build relationships, celebrate progress and acknowledge the commitment, leadership and compassion found throughout the Parkinson’s community.
Five awards will be presented during the evening:
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Professional Excellence Award
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Research & Innovation Award
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Emerging Professional Award
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Community Leadership Award
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Clare Cullinan Spirit Award
Judged by an expert panel
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Our Awards Judging Panel has been carefully selected to represent a diverse range of expertise across clinical practice, research, academia, aged care and community services. Together, the panel brings decades of experience and a shared commitment to recognising individuals and organisations making an outstanding contribution to the Parkinson's community.