The Australian and New Zealand Society of Blood Transfusion

The Authoritative Voice on Transfusion Medicine for Australia and New Zealand comprising over 400 members from diverse scientific, medical and nursing backgrounds working within the area of blood transfusion and related fields.

BLOOD 2025 Perth

On behalf of the Organising Committees, we are excited that Blood 2026 will take place in Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa (Auckland, New Zealand) at the brand-new New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC).

Abstract submission and early bird registration will be opening Wednesday 4 March 2026. We encourage you to put the dates in your diary now for Blood 2026 in Auckland, NZ, 18-21 October 2026

Make sure you visit the 2025 website for the Abstract book and photos

Join ANZSBT to Receive the Benefits of Membership

By joining ANZSBT, you will have access to many benefits including online transfusion journals, member pricing for the annual BLOOD scientific conference as well as the opportunity to apply for grants and awards.
  • Exclusive Content

    Members only online content including free full text access to online transfusion journals; ISBT Academy ePortal; posters and videos of keynote speakers from the BLOOD meeting; and access to National Blood Transfusion Committee papers.
  • Discount on Fees

    Annual Scientific Meeting (BLOOD) registration fee discount.
  • Networking

    Opportunity to network, communicate and collaborate with colleagues to promote best practice in transfusion science and medicine. This includes nomination to Council and Standing Committees.
  • Awards & Grants

    ANZSBT offers a number of funding opportunities for its members. As a member you are eligible to apply for ANZSBT Awards and Grants.

Professional Development

Professional development is vital to the growth and continuous improvement of all involved in transfusion for the ultimate best outcome for patients.

Explore ANZSBT Resources

  • Growth & Opportunities

    ANZSBT offers a range of educational and eLearning opportunities as well as various grants. All of these are aimed at increasing the knowledge of our members.
  • ANZSBT History

    History, education and culture are inextricably bound together. We hope that this project will enable all of us to better understand the present world of blood transfusion with its unique place in healthcare today.