The WiOW Australasian series of symposia was initiated in 2004, and has always focussed on micropollutants in the environment, with a view of better understanding and managing their ecological risks. The symposium has been held every two to three years under the auspices of the Australasian chapter of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC-AU).
The aims of these symposia are as follows:
The popular single-track format ensures an inclusive atmosphere and great networking opportunities for researchers, managers, policy makers and all others interested in the identification and management of micropollutants in the environment.