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DISCOVER WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT
MEETING IN AUSTRALIA
A S I A - P A C I F I CHEADQUARTERS
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> I N T R O D U C T I O N
This great performance is not only limited
to the Asia-Pacifi c market. ICCA consistently
ranks Australia in the top 20 destinations for
international association meetings, including
congresses in industries from medical to
manufacturing, agriculture to automotive,
information technology and environment.
A lot of this success can be attributed to the
efforts of the country’s meetings industry.
In the words of Julie Sheather, spokesper-
son for the Australian Associations Project,
‘over the past decade or so we’ve also built a
strong reputation for our expertise in deliv-
ering events with modern facilities, transport
and accommodation and world-renowned
entertainment and dining experiences.’ But
this is one country that does not rest on its
laurels. Both government and industry are
continuing to invest signifi cantly in expand-
ing and improving the infrastructure.
Julie Sheather outlined Australia’s strategic
approach: ‘We make it easier for associations
to deliver congress content which goes be-
yond the ordinary by helping them access the
innovation happening in Australia. We do not
just look at associations business solely from
an events perspective, but from a whole-of-
country perspective. And by bringing our
can-do attitude to the table, we are able to
do more than ever before to help associa-
tions coming to Australia to maximise their
delegates and the success of their events.’
She continues: ‘Australia is an ancient
continent in the heart of the modern world,
combining extraordinary landscapes and vast
open spaces with cutting-edge centres of ex-
cellence in science, business, agriculture, the
arts and education. Distance is not a barrier
in Australia, it is an opportunity to explore
new ideas and spaces. It is why Australia is
a world leader in so many fi elds and it is the
basis of our collaborative culture. This spirit
enables our convention centres and bureaux
to deliver whatever an association needs in
terms of support, facilities, accommodation,
transport, dining and experiences in a profes-
sional and friendly way.’
There are 16 one-stop convention bureaux
located across Australia. Together with the
country’s convention centres, they warmly
invite you, associations, to choose Australia
for your next event.
SIGHTS AND SOUNDSThe Aussie enterprising spirit is not the
only thing that attracts associations to the
world’s only island continent. These locations
are further augmented by the continent’s
remarkable sights and sounds, welcoming
culture and well-established events expertise.
Whether in the heart of Australia’s vibrant
AUSTRALIA HAS BUILT A SOLID REPUTATION AS A GREAT DESTINATION FOR CONFERENCES AND LARGE-SCALE BUSINESS EVENTS.
AS THE LATEST STATISTICS OF UIA SHOW, THIS REPUTATION IS WELL EARNED. THE FACTS CLEARLY SHOW THAT AUSTRALIA IS NUMBER
ONE IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC AND WILL BE INTO THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE.
HEADQUARTERS ASIA-PACIFIC 2
Australian War Memorial, Canberra
The Twelve Apostles, Victoria
AUSTRALIA OFFERS MORE FOR CONGRESSES
and cosmopolitan cities
or within close proximity
to world-famous natural
wonders, such as Uluru
or the Great Barrier Reef,
Australia’s conference
venues are guaranteed to
impress. Combined with a
rich array of tourist attrac-
tions, exceptional wildlife
and golden beaches, Aus-
tralia offers a business
events destination second
to none.
These natural wonders have led to Australia
becoming one of the most sustainable coun-
tries in the world. Australians understand the
importance of protecting one of the world’s
most fragile environments and have long been
pioneers in sustainable practices, producing
some of the world’s leading climate change
experts. The business events industry takes
pride in its corporate social responsibility
credentials and the steps it takes to reduce
waste, cut energy
consumption and offset
carbon emissions to
meet the global climate
change challenge.
Many of Australia’s con-
vention and exhibition
centres have achieved
Green Globe benchmark
accreditation with the
Melbourne Convention
and Exhibition Centre
being the fi rst ‘6 Star
Green Star’ convention centre in the world.
Australia was also one of the fi rst countries
to undertake a sustainability audit of its
business events sector.
Over the next two years, Australian destina-
tions will host thousands of the world’s
leading thinkers, experts and innovators in
fi elds as diverse as genealogy, mental illness,
genetics, radiation physics, computer simula-
tion and theology.
10 REASONS TO CHOOSE AUSTRALIA
+ A place of amazing natural beauty and people
with a ‘can-do’ attitude. Anything is possible and
nothing is too much trouble.
+ Australia’s national language is English, but as
a multicultural nation Australians come from
more than 230 countries and speak over 200
languages.
+ A well-established associations culture with
support to access world-leaders across a range
of fi elds including science, medicine, fi nance and
mining.
+ Eight major international gateways, 40
international airlines and hundreds of daily
international fl ights make it easy to transfer
delegates to and from your event.
+ Whatever time of year you come to Australia,
you are likely to fi nd an area of the country
where the climate is just right to suit your event.
+ World-class convention and exhibition centres
located in the heart of major cities or alongside
some of Australia’s iconic beach, desert and
rainforest locations.
+ The security and comfort that comes from being
the world’s most stable economy and among
people who are experts in what they do.
+ Australia ranks highly in many international
comparisons of national performance such as
human development, quality of life, health care,
life expectancy, public education, economic
freedom and the protection of civil liberties and
political rights.
+ The support of Tourism Australia and 16 con-
vention bureaux and centres to attract extra
delegates.
+ Hundreds of thousands of people come to Aus-
tralia each year to do business. In the year to
April 2010, 758,508 people nominated business
as their primary reason for visiting.
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Great Barrie Reef, Queensland Sounds of Silence event near Uluru, Northern TerritoryKangaroo Island, South Australia
Sydney
> A U S T R A L I A ’ S E X P E R T I S E
THERE IS MUCH MORE TO AUSTRALIA
THAN ITS SPECTACULAR NATURAL
BEAUTY, VIBRANT CULTURE AND EXCEL-
LENT OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE. THE COUNTRY
HAS A DISTINGUISHED TRACK RECORD
OF HOSTING LARGE-SCALE EVENTS AND
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTIONS, BACKED
UP BY STATISTICS FROM BOTH THE INTER-
NATIONAL CONGRESS AND CONVENTION
ASSOCIATION (ICCA) AND THE UNION OF
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS (UIA).
AUSTRALIA HAS LONG BEEN KNOWN AS
A GREAT PLACE TO MEET.
As one of the world’s leaders in business,
science and medicine, Australia is already the
natural venue of choice for many high profi le
conferences. In addition to being innovative in
advanced manaufacturing, design, business,
communication and the delivery of services,
it also hosts a number of international exhibi-
tions and trade shows every year, in a wide
range of industries from medical to manufac-
turing, agribusiness to fi nance.
INNOVATION CLUSTERSSignifi cant research infrastructure, a highly-
skilled workforce, a can-do attitude and a
varied and sophisticated customer base have
cemented Australia’s leadership in many
fi elds. They include:
+ Agribusiness: Australia’s agribusiness is
globally renowned. Its competitiveness is
being greatly advanced by exciting new,
locally developed technologies - including
intelligent transport and food packaging
solutions, advanced farm management and
breeding programs.
+ Finance: The world’s most resilient
economy, Australia has around $1.3 billion
in funds under management and one of the
most sophisticated and liquid debt and eq-
uity markets. With the largest investment
fund assets pool in Asia, and the fourth
largest in the world, Australia’s fi nancial
service companies now have a truly global
footprint. The industry is the fourth largest
sector in the Australian economy.
+ Mining and resources: The Australian
minerals industry is an industry of con-
siderable size and economic and social
signifi cance. The sector is in the top fi ve
producers of most of the world’s key miner-
als commodities, including the world’s lead-
ing producer of lead, bauxite and alumina,
diamonds (by volume), ilmenite, rutile and
zircon (and synthetic rutile) and tantalum.
It’s also the second largest producer of
uranium, zinc and nickel, and is responsible
for signifi cant infrastructure development.
+ Biotechnology: Home of the bionic ear and
the world’s fi rst cancer vaccine, Australia’s
biotechnology sector was recently ranked
second in the world by the Economic
Intelligence Unit, and fi rst as a location for
conducting clinical trials. Australian medical
devices are world-renowned for their
WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT AUSTRALIA
AUSTRALIA’S FAST FACTS
+ Australia leads the world in the devel-
opment and manufacture of mining
equipment, technology and services.
+ Home of the bionic ear and the world’s
fi rst cancer vaccine, Australia’s bio-
technology sector is among the most
competitive in the world.
+ Australia’s $208 billion agribusiness
sector feeds more than 60 million
worldwide.
+ Australia boasts the world’s most
resilient economy.
+ Australia is a world leader in smart
grid technology to deliver intelligent
energy, e-health and e-education.
+ Australia is sustainable par excel-
lence: it’s the birthplace of the famous
Earth Hour, the world’s largest global
climate change initiative.
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innovation, quality and diversity, with solid
R&D links to the precision engineering
industry.
+ Information Technology: Australia’s
information and communication technolo-
gies (ICT) industry has a global reputation
in a diverse range of specialties - including
telecommunications, security, e-commerce,
wireless networking, intelligent transport
systems and digital content. It is also a world
leader in the provision of government tech-
nology solutions, eLearning and IT services.
+ Manufacturing: The Australian reputation
for innovation is refl ected in its advanced-
manufacturing industries, its fastest grow-
ing export sector. Australia gave the world
the black box fl ight recorder, the ultra-
sound scanner, polymer banknotes and a
host of innovations in renewable energies,
medicine and more. Across all industries,
the country is renowned for the design,
safety and reliability of its products, and
the ability to link in with Australia’s world-
leading research and development sector.
In addition, Australia has a strong reputation
as a location to conduct clinical trials.
It is ranked highly for the level of knowledge
transfer between companies and universities
and for the availability of R&D personnel.
As a country of early adopters, Australia is
the ideal location for trials of new services
and products, and Australians have quickly
adapted to technical innovations including
mobile phones, digital photography and
electronic funds transfer.
MORE THAN JUST EVENTSThe continued importance of the Asia-Pacifi c
region as a source of world economic growth
makes Australia a strategic location for
business opportunities in Asia. The country
is just a short fl ight away from the emerging
professional classes - and growing delegate
base in Asia. It is well placed to capitalise
on growth in China and India. Its relative
proximity to these two countries, combined
with its already strong trade links, mean that
Australia’s geographic location represents a
signifi cant asset.
Speaking about what Australia can offer as-
sociations, Julie Sheather clearly states that
Australia’s ultimate goal is to promote the
many reasons why associations should meet
here. She puts it like this: ‘we’re providing
a ‘one-stop shop’ for associations in their
initial consideration of Australia, facilitating
their contact with bureaux and centres in the
Australian destination right for them. That
goes beyond choosing between an event in
the Australia desert, tropical north Queens-
land or one of our major cities, to helping
them identify where they can best explore
new areas relevant to their association.
This might be the places where our world-
leading agribusiness sector is based, where
the equipment and technology being used in
mines around the world is being developed
or for a roundtable with our fi nancial leaders
who have made Australia the world’s most
resilient economy.’
In other words, if you choose to come to
Australia to organise your congress, conven-
tion or conference, it will be more than just
an event. It will just make sense. The time is
now, the timing perfect: Australia will provide
a highly relevant, highly secure stage for any
association event.
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ADELAIDENestled between world-famous wine regions
and beautiful white beaches, Adelaide is a
vibrant city with a thriving restaurant scene
and a year-round programme of exciting
festivals and events. Convention organis-
ers benefi t from a well backed ambassador
program connecting their events with areas
of speciality and industry, whilst delegates
can enjoy a hassle-free and compact city
layout, moving from venue to venue free of
transport costs.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 7,127
+ Adelaide Convention Centre:
Exhibition space of 10,500 m2
Up to 25 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 2,350
+ Key industry sectors: medical/health, science,
defence, agribusiness and sustainable energy
BRISBANEPositive and forward-thinking, generous and
optimistic, Brisbane is Australia’s new world
city, offering all the business essentials and
fi rmly connected to global markets through
world-class domestic and international air-
ports. A boutique expansion of the Brisbane
Convention & Exhibition Centre will be com-
pleted in 2011 providing 18 additional meeting
rooms and new event spaces including two
tiered auditoria.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 13,000
+ Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre:
Exhibition space of 20,000 m2
24 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 8,000
+ Key industry sectors: information and communica-
tion technology, healthcare and life sciences, crea-
tive industries, mining technologies and services
CAIRNSCairns offers balmy tropical weather and
World Heritage listed natural attractions, in-
cluding the Great Barrier Reef and the oldest
tropical rainforests on earth, with easy ac-
cess from Asia and Europe. It is a city which
combines an effervescent and relaxed vibe
with extensive meeting facilities, good infra-
structure and a confi dent can-do attitude.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 7,000
+ Cairns Convention Centre:
Exhibition space of 4,055 m2
22 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 5,000
+ Key industry sectors: agriculture, education and
training, manufacturing, tropical medicine and
marine science
CANBERRACanberra is Australia’s national capital,
centrally located between the main popula-
tion centres of Sydney and Melbourne, and
home to Australia’s federal government and
national research institutions. Architecturally
planned, it is a vibrant city with numerous
cultural attractions set in an attractive natu-
ral environment. Canberra is well serviced by
airlines and has extensive high-end accom-
modation.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 5,067
+ Canberra Convention Centre:
Exhibition space of 2,400 m2
15 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 2,500
+ Key industry sectors: government, health and
medical research, environmental sustainability,
defence and education
AUSTRALIA’S UNIQUEDESTINATIONS AND BEST INFRASTRUCTURE: TAKE YOUR PICK!IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY ASSOCIATIONS THAT HAVE NEVER BEEN TO AUSTRALIA
SHOULD AND WHY THOSE WHO HAVE SHOULD RETURN. THE COUNTRY’S DESTINATIONS
ARE UNIQUE, WHILE ITS MEETINGS VENUES ARE AMONG THE BEST IN THE WORLD FOR
TECHNOLOGY, CAPACITY AND SERVICE STANDARDS.
> D E S T I N A T I O N S & I N F R A S T R U C T U R E
Sydney
Adelaide
Brisbane
Cairns
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DARWINA beautiful tropical harbour city, Darwin
offers the closest Australian gateway to Asia.
Both Darwin and the town of Alice Springs
in Central Australia are in the Northern
Territory, a region with a strong indigenous
culture and a natural ‘outback’ environment
refl ecting the ancient soul of Australia.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 7,386
+ Darwin Convention Centre:
Exhibition space of 4,020 m2,
12 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 1,500
+ Key industry sectors: renewable energy, resources
(oil, gas and minerals), indigenous and tropical
health, rural and remote services and desert
environments
GOLD COASTA resort-style destination with year-round
warm weather and a range of coastal attrac-
tions and activities, the Gold Coast allows
delegates to recharge their batteries while
attending their association meeting. The
Gold Coast offers a wide variety of accom-
modation, entertainment, and food and
beverage venues, all accessed via two inter-
national airports located on the Gold Coast
and in Brisbane.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 35,000
+ Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre:
Exhibition space of 10,000 m2
18 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 6,000
+ Key industry sectors: education, environmental
sustainability, health and medical research, creative
industries, computer and information technology
MELBOURNEModern and multicultural, Melbourne is an un-
disputed sports, cultural and culinary capital;
a city with a European approach to style and a
lifestyle that puts it in the fast lane. Melbourne
has the fi rst ‘6 Star Green Star’ environmen-
tally rated convention centre in the world,
extensive accommodation facilities and a
comprehensive public transportation system.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 24,462
+ Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre:
Exhibition space of 30,000 m2
52 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 5,541
+ Key industry sectors: science and medical research,
creative industries, design and technology,
education and biotechnology
PERTHPerth and Western Australia offer business
event delegates and organisers the chance
to gain a fresh perspective with space to
think, breathe and connect with miles of
pristine beaches, forests and wildlife. A key
gateway to Asia and the centre of Australia’s
resources-driven growth for the past 10
years, Western Australia has a reputation for
innovation and development associated with
its dynamic, fast-growing location.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 8,247
+ Perth Convention Exhibition Centre:
Exhibition space of 16,554 m2
22 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 2,500
+ Key industry sectors: mining and resources,
professional services, manufacturing, agribusiness,
health and medical research
SYDNEYAs Australia’s largest city, cosmopolitan
Sydney provides the headquarters for 60%
of Australia’s top companies, as well as many
Asia-Pacifi c regional offi ces. With the stunning
harbour and fabulous Sydney Opera House as
a backdrop to its professional stage, Sydney
is an unbeatable combination of performance
and quality of life all in one location.
Facts for the association planner
+ Delegate accommodation rooms: 32,500
+ Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre:
Exhibition space 27,500 m2
31 meeting rooms
Largest tiered theatre capacity: 3,500
+ Key industry sectors: fi nance, information
technology, mining and minerals, biotechnology
and advanced manufacturing
> D E S T I N A T I O N S & I N F R A S T R U C T U R E
Darwin
Canberra
Gold Coast Melbourne Perth
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> C A S E S T U D I E S
WHY THEY CHOSE AUSTRALIATHREE CASE STUDIES
LIONS CLUBSINTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2010
20,000 delegates
20 June - 2 July 2010
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
(Darling Harbour precinct)
Since 1917, Lions from across the globe
have gathered annually at the interna-
tional convention, an event that has become
synonymous with the excitement of visiting
new places and experiencing new cultures.
Lions also learn about other club and district
projects, participate in the parade and elec-
tions, attend seminars and make personal
connections with international leaders.
The 2010 Lions Clubs International Conven-
tion was hosted by Sydney from 28 June
to 2 July. Highlights included a ‘welcome to
country’ from Sydney’s traditional Indigenous
owners. Macquarie Street, in the CBD, was
closed for a day to host the spectacular Lions
Club International Parade of Nations during
which all delegates marched through the city
accompanied by fl oats and bands. There were
three plenary sessions - which fi lled Sydney
Entertainment Centre to its 12,500 capacity -
motivational guest speakers and workshops,
and an entertainment spectacular showcas-
ing Australian culture.
But it was not just the convention. From 20
to 24 June, Sydney hosted 130 delegates,
their partners and several translators for
the meeting of the Lions Clubs International
Board of Directors. Then from June 24 to 27,
Sydney hosted 1,500 Lions delegates at a
‘mini convention’, a training session for dis-
trict governors from 750 Lions Clubs districts
around the world at the Sydney Convention
and Exhibition Centre.
Delegates had a chance to visit the city’s
iconic landmarks including the Sydney
Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, or
enjoy the cosmopolitan lifestyle, from fi ne
dining on the harbour’s edge, bush walks to
secluded bays and breathtaking views, sail-
ing on the harbour, weekend markets in the
historic Rocks precinct, or taking in a show at
the Sydney Entertainment Centre.
23RD WORLD’SPOULTRY CONGRESS(WPC 2008)
2,300 delegates from 82 countries
30 June - 4 July 2008
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Held every four years, World’s Poultry Con-
gresses are the peak global poultry science
and technology forums involving research-
ers, poultry industry personnel, government
regulators, suppliers and poultry producers.
The program of the 2008 congress was rel-
evant to the needs of the poultry industries
globally, with the added challenge of incorpo-
rating fi ve individual associations’ programs
into one cohesive scientifi c and technical
congress program.
ASSOCIATIONS COMING TO AUSTRALIAAUSTRALIA HAS ALREADY BEEN CONFIRMED AS THE LOCATION FOR HUNDREDS OF
ASSOCIATION EVENTS IN THE NEXT THREE YEARS. THE FOLLOWING LIST CONTAINS
JUST SOME OF THESE EVENTS OR YOU CAN SEE THEM ALL AT
BUSINESSEVENTSAUSTRALIA.COM/ASSOCIATIONS
1st International Conference on Sustainable Gardening
4th International Social Role Valorization (SRV) Conference
6th World Environmental Education Congress
6th IVS General Meeting
Sydney Convention Centre
GIVEN AUSTRALIA’S WIDE RANGE OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES, IT CAN HOST EVENTS OF ALL SHAPES AND SIZES.
BELOW ARE THREE CASE STUDIES: A VERY LARGE CONVENTION, A BIG CONGRESS AND A SMALLER MEETING.
HEADQUARTERS ASIA-PACIFIC 9
> C A S E S T U D I E S
12th International Conference on Language and Social Psychology
14th World Congress on Human Resources
16th ISRRT World Congress (Radiography)
19th Biennial Congress of the Association of Enterostomal Therapists
20th Congress of the International Association for Cross-Cultural
Psychology (IACCP)
22nd International Conference on Atomic Physics (ICAP)
24th Annual Australasian Society for HIV Medicine Conference
26th Asia Pacifi c Academy of Opthalmology Congress
34th International Geological Congress
ACTA International TESOL Conference
Asian Psychological Association Conference (APsyA)
AUSIMM International Uranium Conference International Conference
of Women Engineers and Scientists
General Assembly of Intl Union of Geodesy & Geophysics (IUGG)
IEE Wireless Communications and Networking Conference
International Congress on Innovations in Nursing
International Cotton Genome Research Conference
International Meeting of the Pacifi c Rim Ceramics Society
Multifl o Sales & Technical Summit
United Nation’s Youth Association (UNYA) / National Youth Conference
World Buiatrics Congress
This was the fi rst time that a concurrent
industry exhibition was organised by the host
body in conjunction with the congress, and
with 220 exhibitors it was the largest poultry
trade exhibition ever held in Australia.
Many of the delegates were from developing
countries, which necessitated an active and
effective fund raising program to support the
attendance of these participants. In promot-
ing the Congress at International Meetings,
there was also the obvious challenge of dis-
tance and this was countered by the strong
appeal of the destination and by the success-
ful marketing and information provided on
pre and post touring packages.
Brisbane was chosen by the bid team in 2000
based on 15 criteria including conference and
exhibition facilities of the venue, international
access, accessibility and cost of accommoda-
tion, transport and traffi c and climate.
The success of the Congress according to
Congress Chair, Dr Bob Pym, was due to a
number of factors including ‘a superb facility
in BCEC, a relevant and broad based scientifi c
and technical program, thought provoking,
challenging plenary sessions from keynote
speakers, excellent oral and poster presenta-
tions, the inclusion of a number of concurrent
affi liated meetings and the close involvement
of poultry producers.’
ACD 43RDANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING
733 delegates
16-19 May 2010
Darwin Convention Centre
Last May, Australia’s Northern Territory
welcomed the Australasian College of Der-
matologists (ACD) and provided more than
700 dermatologists and medical practitioners
from Australia, New Zealand, SE Asia, USA
and Europe with a chance to experience art,
culture and the outback as the perfect com-
plement to a sophisticated meeting.
An extensive conference and scientifi c
meeting programme was matched by diverse
social and touring activities designed to
showcase the outstanding assets of the Top
End region of the Northern Territory. The
Darwin Convention Centre showed why it is
regarded as one of Australia’s leading venues
- fi ve days of plenary sessions, concurrent
symposia, meetings and a trade exhibition of
more than 84 booths.
The Territory infl uence was evident in all fac-
ets - from the conference theme, ‘Dermatol-
ogy at the Frontier’, through to the creative
indigenous-style artwork on the registration
brochure, programme materials and awards
ceremony. A cultural focus highlighted the
conference social programme which included
a walking tour of Darwin escorted by a local
indigenous guide, a visit to the Museum and
Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and an
evening at the world-famous Mindil Beach
Sunset Markets.
The College capitalised upon the Territory’s
reputation as a destination renowned for
beautiful artworks, and therefore chose the
Darwin conference as a very relevant destina-
tion in which to launch their inaugural Annual
Scientifi c Meeting Art Exhibition.
ACD College Dinner in museum gardens
Darwin Convention CentreBrisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
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> P R A C T I C A L F A C T S
BELOW ARE A FEW FAST, PRACTICAL
FACTS ABOUT AUSTRALIA. ONCE YOU’RE
AWARE OF THEM, YOU WILL BE SET TO EN-
JOY A UNIQUE AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCE,
FROM START TO FINISH.
LANGUAGEAustralia’s national language is English, but
as a multicultural nation Australians come
from more than 230 countries and speak
over 200 languages.
GETTING HEREAustralia has eight major international gate-
ways and is easily accessible from all parts
of the world. There are over 40 international
airlines fl ying to Australia and with hundreds
of international fl ights arriving and departing
every day, it is easy to transfer delegates to
and from your event.
GETTING AROUNDAustralia is one of the world’s most urbanised
countries, with 70 per cent of the population
living in our 10 largest cities, so you can get
around easily by air, rail and road. Australia’s
airlines provide extensive coverage allowing
you to hop quickly between cities and sights.
CLIMATEWhatever time of year you come to Australia,
you are likely to fi nd an area of the country
where the climate is just right to suit your
event. For detailed information about the
climate, consult the Australian Bureau of
Meteorology website: bom.gov.au
AUSTRALIAN CURRENCYAustralian currency ($A) is decimal with the
dollar as the basic unit (100 cents equals one
dollar). The most common credit cards are
accepted most places.
VISASAll visitors to Australia (except New Zealand
citizens) require a visa or an Electronic Travel
Authority (ETA). For more information, visit
immi.gov.au. For business event organisers,
the International Event Coordinator Network
(IECN) is a valuable starting point. More
information can be found at immi.gov.au/
visitors/iecn
LIVEABILITYFour of the World’s Top 10 Most Liveable
Cities 2010 are in Australia according to a
study by The Economist’s Business Intel-
ligence Unit, which assesses which places
around the world provide the best and the
worst living conditions, ranking 140 global
cities on 30 criteria covering stability,
healthcare, culture, environment,
education and infrastructure.
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN TRAVELLING TO AUSTRALIA
HEADQUARTERS ASIA-PACIFIC 11
Australia has all of the resources that
associations need to stage successful
events. Australia offers a ‘one-stop shop’
for associations in their initial considera-
tion of Australia, helping identify the best
locations to explore new areas relevant to
their business needs, to access the govern-
ment and industry support needed to help
plan and to develop successful events, drive
maximum delegate numbers and ensure
everything goes smoothly from visas to
partner programs.
Business Events Australia
T: +61 417 885 215
www.businessevents.australia.com
Adelaide Convention Bureau
T: +61 8 8303 2333
www.adelaideconvention.com.au
Adelaide Convention Centre
T: +61 8 8212 4099
www.adelaidecc.com.au
Brisbane Marketing
T: + 61 7 3006 6200
www.meetinbrisbane.com.au
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
T: +61 7 3308 3000
www.bcec.com.au
Cairns Convention Centre
T: +61 7 4042 4200
www.cairnsconvention.com.au
Canberra Convention Bureau
T: + 61 2 6247 7500
www.canberraconvention.com.au
Gold Coast Convention Bureau
T: +61 7 5592 2699
www.goldcoastconventions.com
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
T: +61 7 5504 4000
www.gccec.com.au
Melbourne Convention and Visitors Bureau
T: +61 3 9693 3333
www.mcvb.com.au
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
T: +61 3 9235 8000
www.mcec.com.au
Northern Territory Convention Bureau
T: +61 8 8999 3921
www.ntconventions.com.au
Darwin Convention Centre
T: +61 8 8923 9000
www.darwinconvention.com.au
Perth Convention Bureau
T: +61 8 9218 2900
www.pcb.com.au
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre
T: +61 8 9228 0300
www.pcec.com.au
Business Events Sydney
T: +61 2 61 9331 4045
www.businesseventssydney.com.au
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
T: +61 2 9282 5000
www.scec.com.au
MEETING IN AUSTRALIA
Thanks to the John Curtin School of Medical Research ANU and the University of
Queensland for images of leading Australian scientists.
The Australian Association Project is a joint
initiative between the Australian Government
through Tourism Australia and Australia’s
leading Convention Centres and Bureaux
through the Association of Australian
Convention Bureaux (AACB) to provide
Associations with the information,
access and support they need to
bring their events to Australia.
For further information, contact
the Australia Associations Project
T: +61 (0)417 885 215
businessevents.australia.com/associations