General Information
FAQ'S INFORMATION BEFORE YOU LEAVE
Registration
Registration for the TAFE In Rural and Isolated Communities is now available on line.
Full Registration includes all day catering and social program functions. Day Registration includes all sessions and catering for that day only. There are additional tickets available for all social functions.
Registration Rates
Early bird Registration (before 15 July) |
$395 |
Standard Members (after 15 July) |
$445 |
Day Registration Early Bird (before 15 July) |
$225 |
Day Registration Standard (after 15 July) |
$250 |
Additional Tickets
• Welcome Function - $50
• Conference Dinner - $110
Registration Desk
The Registration Desk will be located on the mezzanine foyer of the Hotel Grand Chancellor
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 22 August 2007 | 2 pm - 5 pm |
| Thursday 23 August 2007 | 8 am - 5 pm |
| Friday 24 August 2007 | 8 am - 5 pm |
Acknowledgment of Registration
All registrations will be acknowledged in writing with confirmation of requirements, upon receipt of a completed registration form, whether electronic or in hard copy. Hard copy tax invoice and or confirmation letters will also be issued. All updates regarding the conference will be posted to the conference website.
Hotel bookings will be confirmed only on receipt of payment of required deposits.
At the conference you will receive the conference handbook which will be available in accessible format for delegates requiring it. Each delegate will also receive a name badge upon arrival to the conference. The name badge will be your official pass and must be worn to obtain entry to all sessions and to social functions. Additional tickets will be issued for day registrants and partners.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
All cancellations must be in writing. Cancellations postmarked on or before 1 July 2007 will incur a fee of 50% of the registration amount. No refunds will be made for cancellations for the Conference postmarked on or after 1 July 2007.
The Conference Organisers reserve the right to change dates, program and speakers without notice, as a result of circumstances beyond their control.
Late Registrations
Registrations for the TAFE conference will close one week prior to the starting date i.e. 15 August, 2007, to enable appropriate pre-conference preparations.
However, late registrations will be accepted onsite. A late fee of $50 AUD will be applied.
Delegates who choose to register onsite will be required to pay for all related costs immediately, via cash, the provision of a cheque or credit card number. Receipts will be sent to the delegate concerned after the conference.
The organisers cannot guarantee that collateral, such as satchels, will be available to late registering delegates. In addition, there is a risk that social program functions may be fully subscribed.
This policy has been implemented to enable a greater efficiency in the coordination necessary during the lead-up to the conference, and to ensure the most enjoyable conference experience possible for everyone involved.
Call for Presenters
To submit abstracts authors should access the relevant information on this conference website. A Call for Interest form will also be distributed early 2007. The deadline for call for presenters is 31 March 2007
Airport Transfers
Taxis and shuttle buses offer the most convenient transfers between the airport and Launceston city.
The Airport Shuttle Bus meets every incoming flight at Hobart Airport and will transport to all major hotels, but is not wheelchair accessible. The cost is $11 one way. Bookings are required and can be made by telephoning 6343 6677
Airport Taxi Services
Taxis from the airport cost approximately $35 and are easily available outside the terminal.
Parking Information
Parking is available next to the Hotel Grand Chancellor. Guests staying in house will receive a voucher from front reception for their cars; there is a $4.00 a day charge that will go onto their account. Guests not staying we have to pay at the ticket machine, now if they are in before 9am the charge is $4.00 for a full day, after 9am I believe it is $5.00 per day.
Emergency Medical Care
24 hour emergency care is available at the Launceston General Hospital, about a 3 minute drive from the Hotel Grand Chancellor.
The statewide '000' emergency telephone number connects with the 24 hour statewide communications centre for emergency response from ambulance services anywhere in Tasmania.
Touring about Tasmania
Should you arrive early or extend your stay after the conference, there are numerous tours, day trips and longer journeys to be taken. Tourism Tasmania can assist you in making touring decisions. Go to the Tourism Tasmania Website for more information.
While you are here, consider staying a little longer. There are some wonderful things to do and see in Tasmania.
You may want to save yourself time and money by purchasing a 3 day, 7 day or 10 day SEE Tasmania visit card. With this card you are able to access some great savings to some of Tasmania's best and most popular tourist attractions. It comes with a 130 page See Tasmania Smartvisit Guide that highlights everything you'll want to see and do - with useful maps and local tips to help you on your way.
http://www.discoverlaunceston.com/
Insurance
Registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that participants take out their own general travel insurance. It is suggested that the insurance policy should also cover loss of fees/deposit, airfares, accommodation charges, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property and repatriation expenses. The Insurance should cover loss arising from the cancellation of the conference by the organisers or a person's inability to attend due to any reason whatsoever. No responsibility is taken by the conference managers for any person not holding insurance.
