Climate
Brisbane enjoys a climate of vibrant summers
and mild winters. Average temperatures in August range from a minimum of 10°C
(50°F) and maximum of 22°C (71.6°F).
Important travel information
Tourist refund scheme
International travellers can claim back the goods and services tax (GST) and wine equalisation tax (WET) they have paid on goods bought in Australia that they are taking with them when they leave the country. The tax can be claimed back at international airports and seaports under the Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS), subject to conditions such as an AUD300 minimum purchase from one store.
Travel insurance
The Congress Managers recommend that delegates purchase travel insurance including cover for non-refundable congress registration fees. Travel insurance must be purchased in the country of residence.
Visas
All travellers to Australia, other than Australian and New Zealand citizens, are legally required to hold a valid visa or electronic travel authority (ETA). It is your responsibility to ensure documentation is correct and completed before you commence your journey. Delegates must register for the Congress before lodging their visa/ETA application. Following your registration, you will receive an acknowledgement letter. This is all you require from the Congress Managers in order to make your visa/ETA application. We recommend you apply for your visa/ETA at least 10 weeks before you travel (earlier in some cases). For more information, contact your nearest Australian Embassy/ Consulate or view the Australian Department of Immigration website www.immi.gov.au/visitors/.
International travellers can claim back the goods and services tax (GST) and wine equalisation tax (WET) they have paid on goods bought in Australia that they are taking with them when they leave the country. The tax can be claimed back at international airports and seaports under the Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS), subject to conditions such as an AUD300 minimum purchase from one store.
Travel insurance
The Congress Managers recommend that delegates purchase travel insurance including cover for non-refundable congress registration fees. Travel insurance must be purchased in the country of residence.
Visas
All travellers to Australia, other than Australian and New Zealand citizens, are legally required to hold a valid visa or electronic travel authority (ETA). It is your responsibility to ensure documentation is correct and completed before you commence your journey. Delegates must register for the Congress before lodging their visa/ETA application. Following your registration, you will receive an acknowledgement letter. This is all you require from the Congress Managers in order to make your visa/ETA application. We recommend you apply for your visa/ETA at least 10 weeks before you travel (earlier in some cases). For more information, contact your nearest Australian Embassy/ Consulate or view the Australian Department of Immigration website www.immi.gov.au/visitors/.
Transport
Air travel
Brisbane Airport is located approximately 20 minutes by road from the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, catering for flights from all major Australian capital cities and major international flights. For more information see the Brisbane Airport website at www.bne.com.au.
Key airline contacts include:
Jetstar: www.jetstar.com.au
Pacific Blue: www.pacificblue.com.au
Qantas: www.qantas.com.au
Virgin Blue: www.virginblue.com.au
Brisbane Airport is located approximately 20 minutes by road from the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, catering for flights from all major Australian capital cities and major international flights. For more information see the Brisbane Airport website at www.bne.com.au.
Key airline contacts include:
Jetstar: www.jetstar.com.au
Pacific Blue: www.pacificblue.com.au
Qantas: www.qantas.com.au
Virgin Blue: www.virginblue.com.au
Airport transfers
Rail
The Airtrain rail service links Brisbane
domestic and international airport terminals to the Brisbane CBD. The service
takes approximately 22 minutes into the CBD and South Brisbane and costs
AUD15.50 one way (cost as at July 2012) & $31.00 return (cost as at
July 2012). It also links to services to the Gold Coast. Tickets can be
purchased (with cash or credit cards) via vending machines on the platform or
online on the Airtrain website.
ICA 2012 delegates will receive
a special discount by presenting this
letter at the vending counter.
Special discount of $20 return journey (subject to
specific travel dates)
For Queensland Rail timetables and further
information call TransLink on 13 12 30 or visit:
Airtrain: www.airtrain.com.au
Airtrain: www.airtrain.com.au
Coach
Coachtrans operates a shuttle service between Brisbane domestic and international airports and the Roma Street Transit Centre and city hotels. It operates a fleet of air-conditioned coaches, 7 days a week and meets all major flights into Brisbane’s domestic and international airports. The service runs every 30 minutes from 0515–2315 hours daily. The cost is AUD15 one way per adult and AUD8 one way per child (prices correct as at April 2010; subject to change without notice). For reservations telephone +61 7 3358 9700 or book online at www.coachtrans.com.au. Bookings can also be made at the domestic and international terminals.
Taxi
There are two main taxi companies operating within Brisbane. Taxis from Brisbane airport to the city centre take approximately 30 minutes and cost approximately AUD40.
For bookings phone:
Black & White Taxi’s: 131 008
Yellow Cab: 131 924
Coachtrans operates a shuttle service between Brisbane domestic and international airports and the Roma Street Transit Centre and city hotels. It operates a fleet of air-conditioned coaches, 7 days a week and meets all major flights into Brisbane’s domestic and international airports. The service runs every 30 minutes from 0515–2315 hours daily. The cost is AUD15 one way per adult and AUD8 one way per child (prices correct as at April 2010; subject to change without notice). For reservations telephone +61 7 3358 9700 or book online at www.coachtrans.com.au. Bookings can also be made at the domestic and international terminals.
Taxi
There are two main taxi companies operating within Brisbane. Taxis from Brisbane airport to the city centre take approximately 30 minutes and cost approximately AUD40.
For bookings phone:
Black & White Taxi’s: 131 008
Yellow Cab: 131 924
Hire cars
Six car rental companies operate from the
Brisbane airports. To make a booking prior to your arrival contact:
AVIS Car Rental: www.avis.com.au
Budget: www.budget.com.au
Europcar: www.deltaeuropcar.com.au
Red Spot: www.redspotcars.com.au
Hertz Car Rental: www.hertz.com.au
Thrifty Car Rental: www.thrifty.com.au
Back to top
AVIS Car Rental: www.avis.com.au
Budget: www.budget.com.au
Europcar: www.deltaeuropcar.com.au
Red Spot: www.redspotcars.com.au
Hertz Car Rental: www.hertz.com.au
Thrifty Car Rental: www.thrifty.com.au
Back to top
Take advantage of simultaneous interpretation of keynote & plenary sessions & some parallel presentations. Sessions will be available in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese and Japanese
Poster presentation schedule
available
