Invitation

On behalf of the Epilepsy Society of Australia, we have great pleasure in inviting you to attend the 39th Annual Scientific Meeting, which will be held November 5th-7th, 2025 at The Westin Hotel, Perth, WA.

The major themes at the 2025 meeting will be First Seizures and Newly Diagnosed Epilepsy, Epilepsy Prevention and Treatment, and Biomarkers.

Our confirmed international guest speakers are Professors David Henshall (Dublin, Ireland), Tony Marson (Liverpool, UK), William Theodore (Bethesda, USA), and Elaine Wirrell (Rochester, USA).

We anticipate that the meeting will attract about 250 delegates from around Australia and the wider Asian & Oceanian region, including trainees, neurologists, technologists, scientists, nurses, and allied health professionals, providing great opportunity for networking and exchange of information.

The 2025 meeting will be held at the Westin Hotel in Perth city. The conference dinner will be held at the Fraser's restaurant which is perched at the top of Kings park otherwise known as the city’s emerald heart, this is one of the world’s largest inner city gardens with a view of the city skyline and the winding swan river.

We look forward to hosting a memorable, informative and collegial meeting.

Jacqui-lyn Saw and Nicholas Lawn                                        Piero Perucca 
Co-Chairs, ESA Annual Scientific Meeting Committee               ESA President 2025 

Scientific Organising Committee (SOC)

Jacqui-lyn Saw (Co-chair)

Nicholas Lawn (Co-chair)

Annie Bye

Patrick Carney

Pablo Casillas-Espinosa

Denise Chan

Sharon Gilchrist

Lisa Gillinder

Stephen Malone

Terry O’Brien

Piero Perucca, ESA President

Ingrid Scheffer

Lata Vadlamudi

Important Dates

Abstract Submission Opening:       Early April 2025
Abstract Submission Closing:         1st July 2025
Registration Opening:                     Mid July 2025
Early Bird Deadline:                        22nd July 2025

Venue: The Westin Perth

The Westin Perth is a rejuvenating haven with luxury accommodations, world-class food and beverage outlets, and elegant meeting and event venues.

The meeting and event venues are enhanced by the signature Westin service, spacious rooms, and elegant décor combined with state-of-the-art technology. Enjoy a nutritious meal or High Tea in the Haven Lounge, or a Roman feast at the signature Italian restaurant, Garum by Guy Grossi. A 5-star experience awaits you at The Westin Perth.

Location

Positioned in the city's east end and towering over idyllic Hibernian Place, The Westin Perth is a short stroll from Perth's shopping, business, dining and cultural hub. Elizabeth Quay, Kings Park, The Art Gallery of WA and the bustling Perth city nightlife in Northbridge and the Perth CBD, are only a short walk away. Iconic sporting venues such as Optus Stadium and The Western Australian Cricket Ground are a short drive away, and breathtaking beaches like City Beach and Cottesloe Beach are a mere 25 minute drive away.

Getting There

Perth Airport - Distance From Property: 11.3 KM

The Hotel does not provide shuttle service.

Alternate Airport Transportation: Private Limousine Transfer from AUD$150.00 one way; fee: 150.00 AUD (one way)

Bus: Perth Bus Station 

Train:

Perth Train Station 
Elizabeth Quay Train Station 

Parking

On-Site Parking - Daily: $40.00

Off-Site Parking: City of Perth Car Park (CPP) Fire Station, Hay Street, Perth 6000 0.1 KM 

Valet - Daily: $70.00