By clicking “Accept and Register” the Participant agrees that they have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions below, and acknowledge that the accuracy, credibility, validity and reliability of any information, document, recommendation, opinion, statement or otherwise contained in the ASM has not been verified by RANZCOG. The Participant agrees that they will  consider their own circumstances and that RANZCOG encourages them  to consider or seek professional advice on the matters in this Agreement and contained in the ASM. RANZCOG is not responsible for any outcome or result arising whatsoever from the information provided.

 The Participant agrees to comply with the requirements of the RANZCOG Privacy Policy and these Terms and Conditions with respect to information obtained from the ASM.

Attendance at and participation in the Aotearoa ASM 2027  is for the Participants own educational purposes, and to the extent that they are able to provide comments, feedback and other contributions they will do so in good faith, and only to express their personally held opinions.

Attendance and access to ASM materials is subject to RANZCOG’s confirmation of registration.

If the Aotearoa ASM 2027 is unable to run in a face-to-face format due to circumstances outside RANZCOG's control, the event will run at a later date when the event can be facilitated and the Participant will be duly notified. If they do not wish to proceed with attendance on the new date, they can request a full refund. Credit card surcharges will not be refunded under any circumstances.

RANZCOG will follow and comply with any advice and mandatory quarantine requirements set by the Government prior to, or at the time of the event, or after the conclusion of the event.

The College requests that people that are unwell, including with cough or fever, or other respiratory symptoms to not attend the event.

Aotearoa ASM 2027 will work closely with the venue to ensure that relevant government guidelines are adhered to.

In line with government advice, we request people that anyone who is unwell with cough, fever, or other respiratory symptoms does not attend the event. We also ask that you follow government advice, maintain good hygiene, and remain up-to-date with the recommended Covid-19 vaccinations.

Aotearoa ASM 2027 will continue to closely monitor government advice regarding public gatherings and will follow all relevant health advice from the New Zealand government in relation to COVID-19.

Registration for the Aotearoa ASM 2027 includes:

-          In-person attendance at Days 1 – 3, (catering of lunch and afternoon tea (Day 1),

-          Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea (Days 2 and 3), access to the exhibition space (Days 2 and 3),

-          Access to all ASM materials and,

-          Depending on registration type and/or purchase of a ticket, the ASM dinner on 3 April 2027.

Workshop registration includes the selected day/workshop only.

If for some reason the Participant needs to cancel, please contact the ASM Secretariat at event@ranzcog.org.nz.  

Where RANZCOG is unable to process refunds to alternative payment methods when the original payment method is no longer valid, RANZCOG will not be liable for any loss suffered due to delay or the inability of Third Parties (Financial Institution) to facilitate the refund.

If the original payment was made with a Te Whatu Ora credit card you are required to forward the original invoice and credit note, along with RANZCOG's cancellation confirmation email to your finance team.  If the original payment was made on your personal credit card and you were reimbursed for the fee by Te Whatu Ora, you are responsible for passing the reimbursement on to Te Whatu Ora.

Registration fees do not include insurance. All Participant are advised to procure their own insurance to cover all risks including (but not limited to) costs of registration and ticket fees, personal property, health and medical expenses, injury, death, any travel and accommodation, and all other risks. RANZCOG will not be held liable for any claims under any circumstances.

The Participant acknowledges if they choose to attend the Aotearoa ASM 2027 this is at their own discretion, and they are responsible for seeking advice on refunds or cancellations prior to booking travel and accommodation should any enforced restrictions be announced.

In addition, the Participant acknowledges they are personally liable to follow and comply with any advice and mandatory quarantine requirements set by the Aotearoa New Zealand Government prior to, at the time of the event, or after the conclusion of the event, at their own expense.

Information shared by presenters at the Aotearoa ASM 2027 is the opinion of the presenter alone, and RANZCOG does not endorse, nor verify the accuracy, credibility, validity, and reliability of any Aotearoa ASM 2027 material.

The Participant will assess the suitability of the ASM for their own   personal educational purposes, and the use of or reliance on the ASM materials is at their own risk. RANZCOG will not be responsible for any use of or reliance on the ASM materials.

The ASM organisers reserve the right to make reasonable changes to the programme (including activities, topics, timings and presenters) where necessary.

By agreeing to the event’s Terms and Conditions, Participants are expected to behave in a professional and appropriate manner consistent with the RANZCOG Code of Conduct.

Please note that registered Fellows will automatically receive CPD hours for their participation in the ASM. CPD hours terms and conditions will be published before the event. Other Participants who require an attendance certificate should request from the NZ office in writing at event@ranzcog.org.nz.

The owner of the RANZCOG Aotearoa ASM 2027 material grants the Participant a revocable licence to use the material for their own personal educational purposes. The Participant agrees that they must not use or commercialise the RANZCOG Aotearoa ASM 2027 material for their own commercial gain.

By submitting a request to register, the Participant will comply with RANZCOG’s policies and requirements relating to intellectual property rights.

RANZCOG will be taking photographs at the event for the purpose of (any or all of): documenting the event, social media coverage of the event and potential marketing for future RANZCOG events.

By agreeing to these terms and conditions the Participant is agreeing that their photograph may be taken and used for this purpose. However, should they wish to not be included in photographs you can request this by emailing event@ranzcog.org.nz and then making yourself known to the RANZCOG Team on the opening day of the ASM.

Unless required by an applicable law, RANZCOG will not be responsible for any direct or indirect costs or losses incurred in any circumstances.

To the extent permitted by law, any statutory or other warranty, condition, description, or recourse, express or implied as to the Aotearoa ASM 2027 is expressly excluded by RANZCOG.