AIR TRAVEL

Delegates are responsible for organising their own travel to Perth. Perth is serviced by Qantas, Ansett II, and Virgin Blue airlines nationally; by SkyWest within WA; and by several international airlines. Delegates interested in discounted fares are advised to book well in advance.

TRANSPORT

Airport transfers to Fremantle locations can be arranged with local shuttle services for approximately A$15 each way, or by taxi. The Esplanade Hotel is no more than a 5-10 minute walk from all the accommodation alternatives suggested, from the Fremantle café/restaurant district, and from the train/ferry terminals.

THE VENUE

The conference will be held at the Esplanade Hotel in the historic port of Fremantle, WA. Fremantle is a favourite tourist attraction in the Perth area, and is a 30 minute train ride or 45 minute ferry ride from the Perth CBD.

CLIMATE

Average daily minimum and maximum temperatures for Fremantle in late September are 11°C and 19°C, respectively, with a 30-40% chance of rain showers. Onshore winds (the Fremantle Doctor) can make the afternoons and evenings feel quite cool.

ACCOMMODATION & TOURS

Accommodation has been reserved at the Fremantle Esplanade Hotel. The quoted rate is A$168.50 per room per night for single, twin, or double occupancy (GST inclusive), and is also available for delegates staying before or after the conference. To book, please contact the hotel directly (1800 998 201) and make sure to request the conference rate.

Other accommodation options in Fremantle are:

Hotels: The Norfolk Hotel (+61 (0)8 9335 5405), His Majesty's Hotel (+61 (0)8 9336 4681), Rosie O-Grady's Irish Pub (+61 (0)8 9335 1645), The Orient Hotel (+61 (0)8 9336 2455), Fremantle Hotel (+61 (0)8 9430 4300).

Backpackers: Old Firestation Backpackers (+61 (0)419 966 066), Pirates Backpackers (+61 (0)8 9335 6635).

Apartment Hotels: Quest Harbour Village Apartments (+61 (0)8 9430 3888) Further details are available on the conference website.

CONFERENCE DINNER

The conference dinner has been booked at the Sails Restaurant overlooking the Fremantle harbour, and is included in the registration fee.