Joining us for ChangeFest25? Here’s some helpful info to plan your visit to Walyalup.
KEY INFO
Wednesday 19 – Friday 21 November 2025 on Whadjuk country in Walyalup (Fremantle, WA)
Held by Collaboration for Impact in partnership with local hosts Imagined Futures, this national gathering will bring together changemakers from across the country to listen, share, heal, and act. We’re expecting another 500 attendees, so book your ticket now to not miss out!
ChangeFest25 will take place over 2.5 days, with some optional evening activities. We encourage you to arrive to Walyalup (Fremantle) by Tuesday 18 November evening to join us for the full experience; leave from Friday afternoon after lunch. The official program will be held approximately:
- Wednesday 19 November, 9am-5pm
- Thursday 20 November, 9am-5pm
- Friday 21 November, 9am-1pm approx
ChangeFest25 consists of plenary sessions, breakout sessions (workshops/presentations), group activities and networking. The program content will be announced over the coming weeks, so stay tuned. See last year’s 2024 program as example.
VENUES
Main venues
- Fremantle Oval, Parry St – The main venue for ChangeFest activities will be the historic Fremantle Oval, a key feature of the local area for decades.
- Esplanade Park, Marine Tce – Our opening and closing outdoor ceremonies will take place here
Breakout venues
- Fremantle Oval function rooms & Stephen Michael Foundation room
- Freo.Social, Parry St
- Others to be announced…
WHERE TO STAY
Fremantle is flat and our venues are within short walkable distance. You are welcome to book your preferred accommodation in central Fremantle.
For those who prefer to stay in Perth CBD, there is a regular suburban train from Perth city to Fremantle, ending within a 10 minute walk of our venue hub.
Suggested hotels include:
- Hotel Esplanade, Marine Tce – ChangeFest has a block of rooms held here for attendees, bookable during registration when purchasing your ChangeFest ticket or contact conference@
- Quest Fremantle
WHAT TO BRING
- Water bottle – we aim to be sustainable, so please byo drink bottle for refilling
- Hat – the November month is sunny in Fremantle! Some activities will be outdoors, so hat is recommended
- Notebook
FOOD & DRINK
Dietary requirements will be catered for. Please nominate at the time of registration or for queries, contact conference@leishman-associates.com.au
- Wed – morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea
- Thu – morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea
- Fri – morning tea, lunch
For other meals, you’re invited to explore Walyalup/Fremantle, home to many restaurants, cafes and bars.
ACCESSIBILITY
Please nominate any accessibility requirements during your registration, or contact us via conference@leishman-associates.com.au
A low sensory / quiet space will be available.