General Information

Entry into Australia
Unless you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, you will need a visa to enter Australia. All other passport holders must apply for a visa before leaving home. Visit www.immi.gov.au for more information.

Booking your travel to Adelaide
Adelaide Airport is currently the fifth-largest domestic airport and sixth-largest international airport in Australia. It is the aviation gateway to South Australia, conveniently located just 7km from the city centre. 

Transport from the airport
The international airport is just seven kilometres from the Centre, making a quick and economic taxi ride. The average return taxi fare costs $15; distance is 7.77kms and estimated travel time is 16 minutes. There is a designated taxi rank located at the left of the pedestrian plaza as you walk out of the terminal. Concierges provide a safe environment and allocate taxis to passengers. They can also organise taxis with wheelchair access, five-seaters and maxi taxis for larger groups or station wagons for large amounts of baggage.

If you wish to use public transport to/from Adelaide Airport, Adelaide Metro offers an express double decker bus service called JetExpress between the airport and the city. Adelaide Metro also offers a convenient JetBus service to Glenelg, West Beach and the City, servicing all stops en route. Both JetExpress and JetBus are Metroticket services. Single trip and daytrip tickets can be purchased from bus drivers.

Click here for more information to find your closest service stop. Alternatively call Adelaide Metro Infoline (08) 8210 1000.

Car Rental
Avis Rent a Car is offering its corporate rates to conference delegates. Just call the local Avis office in your country and quote the booking reference number: AWD Z994400.

Accommodation
Accommodation will be available to book via the registration form when registration open. If you have any queries in the meantime then please contact The Conference Company, csanzet@theconferencecompany.com.

Childcare Facilities
There will be operational childcare facilites onsite during the conference. For more information or to register your interest please contact The Conference Company, csanzet@theconferencecompany.com.

Climate
Adelaide enjoys a Mediterranean climate, experiencing mild winters. Mornings and evenings can be brisk so make sure to pack a thick, warm jacket. Wear layers that can be worn as needed. Adelaide’s average temperature for August is 16°C.

Currency/Banking
The currency used is the Australian dollar. Banking hours are usually 0930 -1600hrs, Monday to Friday. Automatic Teller Machines are well spread throughout the Adelaide business district. International credit cards are accepted throughout the country banks, most hotels and city stores.

Disclosure of information
If you do not wish your details to be provided to sponsors or other delegates, please select the appropriate option on the registration form.

Dress
Dress for all scientific sessions is smart casual. Dress for the Gala Dinner will be advised once the theme is finalised.