On behalf of the Congress Management Committee, the Australian Society for Parasitology (ASP) and the Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID), it is our immense pleasure to invite you to join us for the XIX International Congress for Tropical Medicine and Malaria (ICTMM 2016) in Brisbane. The Congress will be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from Sunday 18th – Thursday 22nd September 2016.The Congress is an exciting opportunity for delegates to network and share knowledge in the areas of tropical medicine, malaria, parasitology, infectious diseases, zoonoses, veterinary health, travel medicine and more. The program will include international plenary speakers, oral presentations, posters, exhibition and social events.Brisbane provides a beautiful location for ICTMM 2016 with its picturesque winding river, attractive modern buildings, a thriving retail centre, excellent restaurants and most importantly – year-round pleasant weather. Brisbane is a diverse city with one of the fastest growing economies in Australia. It is a city of alluring character: from its distinctive architecture (the charming ‘Queenslanders’ and worker’s cottages that line inner-suburban streets) to its swimming beach right in the middle of the CBD.Be sure to join our mailing list below for Congress updates!We look forward to welcoming you to Brisbane. Professor Malcolm JonesThe University of QueenslandAustralian Society for Parasitology Dr David LookeInfection Management Services, Princess Alexander Hospitalrepresenting Professor Cheryl Jones,President, Australian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) Inc.