Welcome to the 2026 National Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous, Australia

Friends of Bill Cruise, January 2026

Urgent: We need to have a minimum number of bookings by deadline of 1 July 2025 for this wonderful event to go ahead! You can reserve your place with a deposit of only $200. Pre-register here.

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A message from the Chair of the Host Planning Committee

G’day and welcome to NATCON 2026 Gold Coast!

Thank-you for visiting.

You are invited to attend the 2026 National Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous, Australia. This is the 60th National Convention and you are welcome.

NATCON 2026 Gold Coast will be held on the 1st to the 4th of May 2026, on the Gold Coast, Australia. The Marriot Hotel, Surfers Paradise is our venue, and we anticipate a great experience for all.

Our National Convention Theme 'Steps to Recovery' highlights the simplicity of the program of recovery we have at our disposal. That ideal 'To live a Life, beyond our Wildest Dreams' - - Step One - - the Gift of Acceptance.

I recall the inaugural planning Convention Committee meeting. It was clear to all attending, that we held a desire to arrange a National Convention for Alcoholics Anonymous, Australia which was based upon 'connection, inclusivity and a celebration of Living Sober'.

To all those who have assisted bringing that original idea to fruition: thank you.

We look forward to meeting you face to face, to connect with you, to share the strength of our Fellowship and continue to trudge the Road of Happy Destiny.

Yours in service,

— John O

Registration Options

Full weekend (4 days): $183

Full 4 Day Program includes
Steps workshops • Special interest meetings
Guest speakers • Dinner dance

Early Bird – Full Weekend (4 days): $163
(Book before 31/9/2025)

Full Weekend (4 days): $183
Marriott Dinner, Dance & Band: $175

Fellowship events: Details & pricing to come
Alateen: Free (contact us)

Concessional: Rates available (rates tba)