About this Event
🌏 The Sixth John Glover Symposium 2026 🌏
The Break-up of Gondwana
📅 9–10 October 2026
📍 University Club, The University of Western Australia
Join the Royal Society of Western Australia for two days of fascinating presentations exploring one of the most significant events in Earth's history—the break-up of Gondwana—and its lasting influence on Australia's geology, climate, oceans, plants, and animals.
The symposium will feature leading researchers and experts from across Australia, including presentations on:
🦴 The geological origins of Gondwana's fragmentation
🌊 Ocean currents and climate change through deep time
🌱 Ancient landscapes, soils, and plant evolution
🔥 Fire adaptations and biodiversity in Australia
🦘 The evolution of Australia's unique mammals, birds, reptiles, and flora
🎓 Presentations from emerging early-career researchers
Plenary speakers from Prof Bill Collins (Curtin Uni) and Prof Michael Archer (UNSW)
Confirmed speakers include Hans Lambers, Michael Archer, Kingsley Dixon, Steve Hopper, Charitha Pattiaratchi, David Haig, Richard Harper, Natalie Warburton, Ken McNamara, Kenny Travouillon, and many more.
💰 Registration
• RSWA Members: FREE
• Non-members: $250
Not yet a member? Become an RSWA member and attend the symposium at no additional cost.
• Ordinary Membership: $50
• Student Membership: $25
Membership information: https://www.rswa.org.au
🎟️ Register now and secure your place for this unique exploration of Australia's ancient origins and remarkable biodiversity.
We look forward to welcoming researchers, students, educators, and anyone with an interest in Earth's history and the natural world.
Event venue & nearby stays
The University Club of Western Australia, The University Club of Western Australia, Crawley, Australia
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