2010 PHC Research Conference: General information

Conference Venue

Darwin Convention Centre
Stokes Hill Road
Darwin NT 0800

T +61 8 8923 9000 | F + 61 8 8923 9199
W www.darwinconvention.com.au

Looking to the city from the edge of the Arafura Sea, Darwin Convention Centre is the iconic landmark of Australia's tropical harbour city. Its waterfront setting is quite befitting. To the Larrakia, the traditional owners of Darwin, the harbour is a place of connection where they have welcomed visitors for centuries while trading with other indigenous tribes and Southeast Asian neighbours.

"You have come by way of the Larrakia Land. You will hear the voice of Larrakia ancestors. When you leave, the Larrakia message will stay with you."
Reverend Walter Fejo, Larrakia Elder

Choosing a special venue like the Darwin Convention Centre enhances stronger attendance, adds a level of anticipation and excitement to an event and gives people a unique taste of northern Australian culture they might not encounter otherwise.

Continuing professional development points

The PHC Research Conference has been approved by The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) as a learning activity with 16 PDP Points.

Conference delegates who wish to receive professional development points are asked to fill out the record of attendance/credit claim form (available from the Registration Desk or PHC RIS  information booth) and return it to the Registration Desk by the close of the conference.

This activity has not been allocated QA&CPD points. However the RACGP acknowledges the personal learning value of various activities. GPs are therefore welcome to self-record this activity using the QA&CPD on-line services.

Useful Telephone Numbers

Darwin’s major taxi companies
City Radio Taxis +61 8 8981 3777
Tropical Taxis +61 8 8947 3333
Darwin Radio Taxis 131 008

Taxi pricing is charged by meter, expect to pay around $25.00 to $30.00 for a trip between Darwin International Airport and the Darwin CBD district. A $3.00 exit toll applies on exit from the ranking lane at the airport.

Airlines
Qantas www.qantas.com.au 13 13 13
VirginBlue www.virginblue.com.au 13 67 89
Jetstar www.jetstar.com 13 15 38

Transportation

Traveling from Darwin Airport to the City
Taxis are available from the taxi rank which is located directly in front of the Terminal. Please refer to Terminal Map

Darwin Airport Shuttle
Darwin Airport Shuttle is scheduled for all flights to Darwin Airport and departs from the front of the Terminal. Bookings are essential for hotel pick-up.

• An affordable and reliable way to and from the airport.
• Twenty-four-hour scheduled service for all domestic and international flights.
• Fifteen minutes from airport to city (plus pick-up and drop-off times).
• Door-to-door city accommodation pick-up/drop-off.
• Luggage stored in enclosed luggage trailers for passenger safety and comfort.
• Friendly, professional drivers.

Book online at www.darwinairportshuttle.com.au for group rates, return fares or see the staff at the airport desk located opposite the luggage carousels.

Parking

Parking is available at the Darwin Convention Centre for a cost of $3.00 per entry.
Prices correct at time of printing.

For hotel parking, please contact the hotel directly.

Social Functions

Welcome Reception
Tuesday 29 June 2010
6.00pm – 8.00pm Darwin Convention Centre
It all begins here – come and meet other delegates

AAAPC Dinner
Wednesday 30 June 2010
7.30pm Hanuman Restaurant
Holiday Inn Esplanade complex
93 Mitchell Street, Darwin

Conference Dinner
Thursday 1 July 2010
7.00 for 7.30pm
An alfresco evening under the stars – dance and talk the night away!

Please remember to wear your name badge and bring your dinner ticket/s.

Conference organisers

Conference Convener
Assoc Prof Ellen McIntyre

Conference Coordinator
Ms Fiona Thomas

Conference secretariat
For queries concerning the Conference, please contact the Conference Secretariat:
Conference Logistics
Acting as agent for PHC RIS
PO Box 6150
Kingston ACT 2604
Phone: 02 6281 6624
Fax: 02 6285 1336
Email: conference@conlog.com.au

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