ACA Conference 2026

The ACA is delighted to announce internationally recognised chiropractic and neuroscience speaker Dr Monique (Mo) Andrews will be speaking in-person at the 2026 ‘Big Tent’ Conference in Adelaide. 

Dr Mo harnesses her Doctor of Chiropractic and Master’s of Neuroscience into the highly engaging, TED Talk-style presentations she is globally renowned for. Her blend of expertise and energy mixes perfectly to create engaging sessions that break complex topics into simple terms. 

At the ACA ‘BIG TENT’ Conference in the City of Churches, Dr Mo’s sermons will bring unmatched clarity to the intersection of brain science and chiropractic, combining academic rigour, clinical wisdom, and embodied teaching to leave you wanting more.

Don’t miss the opportunity to see Dr Mo in person!

Our 2026 ‘BIG TENT’ Conference speaker lineup is bolstered by the presence of Dr Claudia Anrig and her shareable wisdom on chiropractic paediatrics.

Across a decorated 35-year career, Dr Anrig has achieved many things, including receiving the 1997 Chiropractor of the Year Award from the World Chiropractic Association and serving as both past president and on the board of the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association.

She is the founder of the first comprehensive paediatric program and community outreach and personally mentors chiropractors dreaming of growing their family wellness practice. Additionally, her textbook, Paediatric Chiropractic, is the fastest-selling textbook in chiropractic history.

Her extensive knowledge and insights will take centre stage at the ‘Big Tent’ in Adelaide from 22-23 August, leaving you with a clearer, more comprehensive understanding of paediatrics than you arrived with.

One of the most requested international keynote speakers on pain science, Professor Lorimer Moseley AO, headlines the 2026 ACA ‘BIG TENT’ Conference in Adelaide.

As a result of his achievements, Professor Lorimer has received Australia’s second-highest civilian honour, the Officer of the Order of Australia, for ‘distinguished service to humanity at large in the fields of pain and its management, science communication, education, and physiotherapy.’

Across 30 years of clinical experience, Professor Lorimer has worked with and helped people with chronic pain, while his community outreach and whole-of-community education initiatives are renowned worldwide. Additionally, he is the author of hundreds of articles, multiple books and chapters, and is cited in international clinical guidelines, further highlighting his position as a global leader on pain science.

FICS Secretary-General, Dr Brian Nook, has had a career as storied as any. After graduating from Northwestern College of Chiropractic, he taught chiropractic technique and research at the school for a further two years before establishing many practices throughout Iowa.

Dr Nook has previously spent a decade as an Associate Professor at Murdoch University, before serving as the University’s School Dean for Chiropractic and Sports Science. Additionally, he was the Head of College at the Australian College of Physical Education. At both institutions, he oversaw periods of significant success and growth.

Alongside running his own practices, he has also served as a team physician at countless local, national, and international sporting events, notably acting as a team chiropractor at 4 Olympic Games, including Sydney 2000.

At the ACA’s ‘BIG TENT’ Conference in Adelaide, Brian will draw on his incredible experience and knowledge to deliver an invaluable hands-on session.

Since graduating from Macquarie University in 2010, Dr Natalie Sharp has been a prominent figure in the sports chiropractic space. She brings a modern, athlete-centred approach to managing injuries across multiple elite sports, including pickleball, and active Australians of all levels. 

Additionally, she has held leadership positions within both the ACA and FICS, and completed further training across movement assessment, rehabilitation, multiple taping techniques, concussion management, and the IOC’s Certificate in Mental Health in Elite Sport.

With approximately 85% of Australia’s adult population living active lifestyles, the ability to confidently manage the injuries and issues that come with increased activity is essential. Nat’s expertise and practical insights will give you the skills to meet that demand with confidence.