The Organising Committee look forward to welcoming you to the Indo-Pacific Fish Conference (IPFC) and Annual Conference of the Australian Society for Fish Biology, to be held at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. The Indo-Pacific Fish Conference (IPFC), held every four years, is undoubtedly one of the world’s premier ichthyological conferences and is eagerly anticipated by marine, estuarine and freshwater fish enthusiasts alike.

The Australian Society for Fish Biology (ASFB), founded in 1971, aims to promote research, education and management of fish and fisheries across the Indo-Pacific. We are excited to bring these two conferences together in a joint meeting that will reflect the extraordinary biological, environmental and cultural diversity of the vast Indo-Pacific region.

Auckland is a modern city offering a variety of cultural experiences, accommodation and entertainment options for every taste and budget. The city is a key regional hub, with transport connections to multiple cities across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific and beyond. The University of Auckland provides outstanding conference facilities and conference support within easy walking distance of the city centre. An exciting programme of conference field trips will allow attendees to sample the diversity of regional marine and freshwater ecosystems. Before or after the conference, delegates can explore Auckland’s magnificent Hauraki Gulf and its beautiful islands, or take a day trip to Rotoroa Island, Tiritiri Matangi Island or Rangitoto Island. Alternatively, delegates can take a longer trip to discover the majestic Milford and Doubtful Sounds, Abel Tasman National Park, or the Bay of Islands, or plan a field trip or tropical holiday on one of the many Pacific islands that are only a short flight away from Auckland.