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> General Information

> Insurance
Registration fees do not include personal travel or health insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that when registering for the conference and booking travel that delegates make arrangements for appropriate insurance cover. The organising committee and Conference Design do not take responsibility for any delegate failing to take adequate insurance cover.

> Disclaimer
Whilst we have endeavoured to ensure all information on the conference web site and printed material is accurate all details are subject to change without notice. Any corrections or amendments will be updated on the conference web site as soon as possible.

In the event of industrial disruptions or service provider failures, neither the Organising Committee members nor Conference Design Pty Ltd, accept any responsibility for losses incurred by delegates and partners.

> Dress
Dress throughout the conference is neat casual. Dress for each function is indicated in the function description.

> Privacy and Delegate List
Conference Design Pty Ltd will gather and record personal information necessary for your attendance at the Conference. Personal information will be gathered, stored and disseminated in accordance with the National Privacy Principles.

> Delegate List
A delegate list with name, organisation, suburb, state, country and email address will be supplied to all Conference attendees including exhibitors and sponsors.

You can indicate 'Privacy Required' when registering if you do not wish to have your details included on the delegate list.

> Photocopying at the Conference
There are no photocopying facilities at the conference venue, so please ensure your bring a sufficient number of any handouts.

> Smoking
The conference and social functions are non-smoking.

> Name Badges
Name badges will be issued when registering at the conference. For security purposes the conference name badge must be worn at all times during the conference and social functions.

> Baby Sitting
Please contact your chosen hotel to arrange a baby-sitting service. If you have any queries please contact Conference Design.

> Parking
No parking is provided at the conference venue. A number of commercial car parks are located nearby.

> Accommodation Accounts
All accommodation accounts must be settled on check-out. The organising committee and Conference Design will not be responsible for
accommodation accounts.

 

 
> Weather
Tasmania has a maritime climate with mild days and cool nights. During May the mean daily maximum temperature is 13.9°C. As Tasmania's weather is varied and changeable we suggest you bring clothing that can be layered, as well as a warm, waterproof outdoor jacket.

Visit the Bureau of Meteorology for more information.

> Special Requirements
Please note any special requirements, for example dietary or mobility, when registering for the conference. All special requirements will be forwarded to the venue. For pre-arranged special dietary requirements please make yourself known to the waiting staff at all functions.

> Registration Desk
The registration desk will be located on the Mezzanine Floor and will be open at the following times:
 

Tuesday 1630 - 1900
Wednesday 0800 - 1730
Thursday 0800 - 1730
Friday 0800 - 1430

> Contact Phone Numbers
 
Hobart  
Venue - Reception - HGC 03 6235 4535
Venue - Reception - HGC Fax 03 6223 8175
Police - Emergency 000
Police - General Enquiries 03 6230 2111
Dentist: Dr Gordon Henry
241 Sandy Bay Rd, Sandy Bay
03 6224 0322
Doctor:
Cascade Road Medical Centre
30a Cascade Road, South Hobart
03 6223 5533
A/H 03 6235 4659
Doctor:
City Doctors & Travel Clinic
93 Collins Street, Hobart (through Healthsense Pharmacy)
03 6231 3003
www.citydoctors.com.au
Doctor:
Sandy Bay Clinic
270 Sandy Bay Road, sandy Bay
03 6223 6822
Doctor:
Bayside Medical Centre
7 Beach Road, Sandy Bay
03 6225 3858
Royal Hobart Hospital
48 Liverpool St, Hobart
03 6222 8308
Qantas 13 1313
Virgin Blue 13 6789
Jetstar 131 538
Taxi - City Cabs 131 008
Taxi - Taxi Combined 13 2227

> Messages
A message board will be located near the Registration Desk.

 

> Information for International Delegates

> Visas
All international delegates, apart from New Zealand citizens, must obtain a Visa or Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travelling to Australia. Please ensure you organise your documentation well in advance of travel.

Australia’s Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is an electronically-stored authority for travel to Australia for a short-term tourist or business entry. ETAs are issued within seconds of being requested through computer links between the Australian Immigration Department, travel agents, airlines and specialist service providers around the world. Over 30 countries around the world have access to the free ETA system.

Conference delegates from non-ETA countries will need to obtain a Business (short stay) visa, even if some tourism activities are planned for part of the stay in Australia. It is called a 456 visa if it is issued as a label into a passport.

Details are available from your Australian Embassy/Consulate or visit the Australian Department of Immigration website (www.immi.gov.au) for more information.

Please email Conference Design if you require a letter of invitation to the conference to support your visa application.

> Electricity
Australian electricity supply is 240V, 50Hz. The connection for appliances is a flat 3-pin plug.

> Language
English is the official language of the Conference.

> Customs
Delegates carrying commercial goods or samples may need to obtain permits for their goods depending on the nature of the goods, regardless of value. Quarantine and wildlife regulations and other restrictions may also apply to certain goods.

All travellers must declare amounts of $10,000 or more in foreign or Australian currency (notes and coins) you take into or out of Australia.

For more information visit www.customs.gov.au

> The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)
International travellers can claim a refund of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) paid on goods bought in Australia. The refund only applies to goods taken as hand luggage upon departure. The refund will be paid on goods costing A$300 or more, bought from the same store, no earlier than 30 days prior to departure.

For more information visit www.customs.gov.au.

> Currency
The Currency of Australia is the Australian Dollar. All prices quoted in this brochure are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST. To check the current exchange rate visit www.xe.com. Credit cards are accepted virtually everywhere and Traveller’s Cheques are also widely accepted. International airports and major hotels provide money-changing facilities.

> Banks
Banks are generally open from Monday to Friday from 9.30am - 4.00pm. Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are widely available.


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