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15th Biennial Conference of the ASAA

National Convention Centre, Canberra
29 June - 2 July 2004

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DOMESTIC AIR TRAVEL

The Asian Studies of Australia Conference is pleased to advise that Corporate Traveller has been appointed as the official Conference travel professionals. Airline reservations will need to be booked well in advance and, to obtain the special rates outlined below, should be made through:

Lisa Norris
Corporate Traveller
E: lisa.norris[use "@"]corptraveller.com
T: 1800 630 834
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Qantas is offering a discount of up to 40% on their full economy domestic airfares (excluding taxes) subject to class availability at the time of booking.

Should the 40% discount class fare not be available on a required flight, the fare may be upgraded to the next available economy class Conference fare. Alternatively, you may prefer to instead take advantage of another Qantas discounted airfare. Lisa Norris at Corporate Traveller can assist.

AIRPORT TO CITY

Canberra airport is approximately a fifteen-minute taxi drive to the city (approx. A$25 fare).

DBL Deane's Buslines run an airport shuttle. Known as the Airliner, this bus service operates between Canberra City and Canberra Airport (Monday to Friday), approximately every hour. The fare is only A$5 one way and buses depart hourly for the city. The bus stops at several hotels. Web site: www.deanesbuslines.com.au

COACH TO CANBERRA

Murrays Australia can be contacted on 13 2251 or you can check the website: www.murrays.com.au

DRIVING TO CANBERRA

Canberra is a pleasant three and a half hour drive from Sydney and a comfortable eight hour drive from Melbourne.

CAR PARKING

Daily and half-daily parking is available underneath the National Convention Centre on Constitution Avenue at A$7.70 and A$4.40 respectively (Monday to Friday). This underground parking is free on weekends. '3 for free' parking is available behind the Civic Olympic Pool on Allara Street (off Constitution Avenue) before 9am on weekdays.

Alternatively, 'pay and display' parking is available directly across the road from the National Convention Centre on Constitution Avenue at around A$6.70 per day from Monday to Saturday. 'Pay & display' parking on Sunday is free.

IMMIGRATION AND VISA REQUIREMENTS

Nationals of all countries, except New Zealand, require a passport and visa for entry to Australia. Visa-free entry at Australian airports is generally not possible. However, in some countries visas have been replaced by Electronic Travel Authorities (ETAs) which are available from travel agents. New Zealand citizens require a passport only.

We suggest you check with your travel agent or nearest Australian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate for rules regarding visas. Participants from or passing through certain countries may require immunisation against certain diseases and may be subject to health screening upon arrival. We urge you to make early arrangements to obtain the necessary entry permits.

DRIVER LICENCES

Overseas driver licences in language other than English are to be accompanied by an official translation or an international driver licence. Remember to keep to the left hand side of the road and note that seat belts must be worn at all times in front and back seats.

PERSONAL INSURANCE

Health care, dental and ambulance services are not free in Australia. We strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive medical and travel insurance, which should also cover the possibility of flight cancellation due to strikes and other causes. A condition of registration is that ASAA, its contractors and its agents accept no responsibility of any nature whatsoever for personal injury, death, loss or damage to property of participants however caused or arising.

GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST)

Please note that ALL PRICES quoted in this registration brochure are inclusive of 10% Australian GST.

CLIMATE

Canberra has an inland climate with cool days and clear, crisp nights. Since it is winter, we recommend you bring warm clothing, for the evenings in particular.

You can also view (and print, if you wish so) the Conference Brochure
with full Registration/ Program / Travel / Accommodation details (PDF file, 340Kb)

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ASAAAsian Studies Association of Australia, Inc.

Travel 15th Biennial Conference of the ASAA

National Convention Centre, Canberra 29 June - 2 July 2004