General Information
Brisbane
With our population of 1.6 million Brisbane is the third largest Australian city. Brisbane - beautiful one day perfect the next - is an ideal location for an international conference. Famous for its perfect subtropical climate, Brisbane is best enjoyed outdoors. Whilst attending the conference why not experience Brisbane by taking advantage of its open parklands, world class sporting facilities, cosmopolitan alfresco eateries and Brisbane River.
Please click on one of the photos below to visit the Brisbane City Council tourism page
Click here for a map of Brisbane
Conference Venue
Centrally located in the heart of Brisbane the Holiday Inn is perfectly situated to cater for all delegates' requirements. It is only a 4 minute walk to the central business district, museums, art gallery, restaurants and cafes, the state library and the Queen St Mall.
Holiday Inn
Roma St
Brisbane Qld
Australia
Tel: +61 7 3238 2222
Fax: +61 7 3238 2266
To visit the Holiday Inn website, please click the picture below.
Conference Registration Desk
On arrival at the conference, please go to the registration desk located in the main foyer on level 5 of the hotel.
| Registration Desk Hours | |
|---|---|
| Sunday 16th October 2005 | 4:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Monday 17th October 2005 | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Tuesday 18th October 2005 | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Wednesday 19th October 2005 | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
Currency Converter
For a foreign currency converter please click on the link to http://www.oanda.com/convert/classic.
Messages
A message board will be located near the registration desk. Please advise potential callers to contact the Holiday Inn by telephone on +61 7 3238 2222 or facsimilie on +61 7 3238 2266 and attention to the EBL 2005 conference.
Personal Mail & Deliveries
Personal mail and deliveries should be sent to your accomodation address.
Parking
Parking is available at the Holiday Inn at the rate of $7 per night for guests staying inhouse, and $15 per day for conference delegates. Please note the rate is only available Monday-Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm.
Additional parking is located in the transit centre located adjacent to the conference venue.
Travel Insurance
The conference organisers recommend that all delegates purchase travel insurance including cover for non-refundable registration fees.
Visas
Please note that visas may be required to enter Australia. PLease consult your travel agent or nearest Australian Embassy. Alternatively, visit the Australian Government Department of Immigration website for up to date information
Weather
Brisbane is beautiful one day and perfect the next. Brisbane has a fabulous subtropical climate ideal for outdoor living all year round with temperatures in October 15° - 28° celsius (59° - 82° Farenheit) with 60% humidity.
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