Attendee Information

Welcome to the Western Australian Teaching and Learning Forum (WATLF) 2026.

This page provides key information to help you plan your visit to the forum, including arrival details, accessibility information, and on-the-day support.
 

Detailed operational information (including parking instructions and Wi-Fi access) has now been provided directly to registered attendees via email. 

If you did not receive an email on Monday 2nd February, please contact us: watlf@curtin.edu.au

Registration & Arrival

Registration opens from 8:00am each day.

The registration desk is located at:

Atkinson Forum Upper, outside the TL Robertson Library Level 3 entrance

Please allow time to arrive on campus, walk to the registration area, and check in before the first session.

Volunteers will be available to assist with directions and questions, and there will be signage.

Program Information

The WATLF 2026 program includes plenary sessions and concurrent breakout sessions across both days.

Breakout sessions run concurrently. Attendees may attend one breakout session per session block.

The full program by day and the Session Abstracts Book are available on the WATLF website here: Program Info 

Parking & Transport

Parking

Complimentary parking has been arranged for registered WATLF 2026 attendees.

To ensure parking arrangements are used appropriately, detailed parking instructions have been provided directly to registered attendees via email prior to the forum.

Public Transport

Curtin University is well serviced by public transport.

• Frequent bus services operate to and from Curtin University via Curtin Central Bus Station and Curtin Bus Station.

• Train services connect to nearby stations, with bus connections available to campus.
  
  

Attendees are encouraged to use public transport where possible, particularly during peak arrival times.

Campus Navigation

To help you navigate Curtin University and locate key forum venues, we’ve provided two types of campus maps for reference.

The static venue map below highlights the main WATLF locations, including registration, plenary and breakout venues. These venues are indicated by an orange dot and provide a quick, at-a-glance overview once you arrive on campus.

The interactive campus map allows you to explore the wider campus in more detail. You can search for buildings, view parking areas, and generate walking directions between locations. We recommend using the interactive map if you’re unfamiliar with the campus or planning your route in advance: 

Interactive Campus Map 

Curtin University is a large campus. Wayfinding signage and event staff and volunteers will be positioned throughout key areas of the campus to assist attendees in locating venues and session rooms.

Comfortable footwear is recommended, and attendees should allow additional time when moving between sessions. 

Venue Map

*All plenary and breakout session venues indicated by an orange dot.

Atkinson Forum Upper – Registration
Outside the Level 3 entrance to the TL Robertson Library.
All attendees must check in here to collect their forum name badge and lanyard, then proceed inside the Library to Level 7.

TL Robertson Library (Building 105)

• • Level 7 – Plenary and Closing Panel Space 

  • The Glasshouse (Morning and Afternoon Tea served here)

  • The Lantern (Breakout Room)

  • Plenary Space (Breakout Room during Breakout sessions)

  • Level 4 – Room 434A (Breakout Room)

Building 211 – Centre for Aboriginal Studies (CAS)

• Rooms 221, 222, 223, 230

The Creative Quarter

• Lunch served here in the shade.

Building 202 – Design and Art Precinct

• Room 122 (Breakout Room)

Water Stations and Sun Protection

Water refill stations are available throughout campus, including within and near the TL Robertson Library and breakout session venues.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle.

There are plenty of outlets to purchase bottled water, please make use of the water refill stations to stay hydrated.

The weather forecast across both Thursday and Friday is predicted to be extremely hot. We recommend using the SunSmart and BOMWeather apps to stay up to date with UV levels. For the best level of protection please use a combination of:

• loose protective clothing

• apply sunscreen and reapply regularly throughout the day

• wear a hat that provides good shade to your face, head, neck and ears

• seek shade when outdoors

• Stay hydrated and take regular rest breaks

Accessibility & Inclusion

WATLF is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.

• All venues are wheelchair accessible.

• Quiet and low-sensory spaces are available and are included in the emailed Attendee Pack PDF.
  
  

If you have specific access requirements, please speak with the event team. 

Catering

Catering is provided for registered attendees and includes morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a social sundowner at the end of each day.

Dietary Requirements

Registered dietary requirements, including allergies, medical conditions, religious requirements, and vegetarian or vegan meals, will be fully catered for.

These meals will be prepared separately and clearly labelled with the attendee’s name at a dedicated dietary requirements station.

Dietary Preferences

General food preferences are noted but cannot be guaranteed. Catering will be planned based on the main menu offerings and available alternatives on the day.

Important

Late requests after 28th January may not be able to be accommodated.

Photography & Recording

Photography and/or recording may occur during the forum for WATLF and Curtin University promotional purposes.

If you do not wish to be photographed, please advise the registration team.

Need Assistance?

If you require assistance at any point during the forum, please visit the registration desk during the morning, or speak with our team of staff and volunteers.