The Venue:

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (www.bcec.com.au) was chosen for its central location to the city’s cultural and entertainment precinct at South Bank which will provide our delegates with a unique meeting experience incorporating a relaxed resort style atmosphere with a smart business environment.

The BCEC has easy access to the city’s central attractions as well as leading international hotels, sophisticated dining and cosmopolitan nightlife.

BCEC enjoys the status of Australia’s most awarded venue, having won a total of 103 industry performance based awards since opening.

The BCEC is recognised as one of the leading convention centres in the world and boasts a committed and professional staff and services of the highest standard.

Meals provided with your registration will be prepared by the BCEC multi-award winning staff.
Transport Options to Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre:

Car Parking: Secure, under-cover parking for 1600 vehicles.

BCEC is within easy walking distance from hotels in the City Centre, South Brisbane and the central business district.

TRANSPORT:

Citytrain: the BCEC has a train stop on-site providing fast and direct access to the centre. There are two train stations within a five minute walk. South Bank Station accessed from Tribune Street and South Brisbane Railway Station adjacent to the Convention Centre in Grey Street.

River Ferries: 3 minutes to the ferry terminal stopping at key hotels and tourist attractions. CityCats and CityFerries let you commute from 5.50am - 10.30pm daily.

Buses:  Bus stop within walking distance. A free city loop bus service circles Brisbane's Central Business District including South Bank. Buses run every 10 minutes along two routes around the city. South Bank is serviced by two bus stations: The Cultural Centre Station on Melbourne Street and the South Bank Busway Station on the corner of Colchester and Tribune Streets, South Bank.

Taxis:  Taxi Rank located at the Centre’s main entrance

One Translink ticket will take you wherever you want to go on buses, trains and ferries within the network. Go to www.translink.com.au for more information on how to get around Brisbane.

Destination:

Brisbane



Brisbane has something for everyone – from the exciting CBD with an abundance of great shopping and fabulous places to eat to the cool waters of the Brisbane River and Moreton Bay.

Or why not simply enjoy a stroll through one of the many parks and gardens?

Brisbane can be as fast or as slow as you choose.

Visit: www.visitbrisbane.com.au or www.queenslandholidays.com.au

Things to see and do around Brisbane?

Visiting Brisbane is like finding yourself in an adventure wonderland. There's so much to do and see, and your every desire is catered for - from quiet strolls along the river to the adrenaline rush of skydiving.

A good way to get your bearings when you first arrive is to explore the city by foot, by river cruise or by a speedy ferry. Take in the sights and discover why the river is so central to Brisbane life.

Animal lovers can see Australian wildlife up close at Lone Pine (www.koala.net), Alma Park Zoo (www.almaparkzoo.com.au) or for those happy to travel that little bit further Australia Zoo (www.australiazoo.com.au).

Brisbane is bursting with a thriving art community and cultural history. The Queensland Museum is within easy walking distance of the BCEC.


 
Within an hour of the CBD is a range of theme parks sure to excite every family member.



Movie World - Sea World – Underwater World – Wet N Wild Water Theme Park – Dream World – Go to http://shop.myfun.com.au/ for pricing and ticket ordering.

Weather:

Brisbane enjoys clear skies, warm sunny days and balmy nights and has a sub-tropical climate all year round with February enjoying a temperature range of 20°C - 30°C - www.brisbane-australia.com/brisbane-weather.html