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MEETING PLANNERS GUIDE 2013

WHAT’S INSIDE YOUR MEETING PLANNERS GUIDE? The Meeting Planners Guide is full of useful information; so much in fact that we have divided it into 8 sections to make finding thing a little easier. Section 1 – Canberra - The National Capital of Australia Here are all the reasons why Canberra is a smart choice for your next meeting or business event, including how THINK CANBERRA and the Research and Learning Institutes Groups can add value to the content of your next event. Section 2 – Planning your event in Canberra Here is all the information that conference and meeting organisers need including: XX XX XX XX

How the Bureau can assist you with a range of free services Welcome to and acknowledgement of country Parliamentary sitting dates Five year calendar

Section 3 – Capacity Table and Maps Here you can find the capacity table of all the venues and accommodation options in Canberra and the region and maps to show you where they are located. Section 4 – Experience Canberra and the region There is so much to see and do in Canberra that we can only give you a snapshot of what is available. This section includes: XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX

Centenary of Canberra Cultural Diversity What events may be on during their visit History of Canberra National Arboretum Canberra Things to do – such as shopping, sightseeing, nature walks and drives, dining or visiting the many national attractions and wineries Snowy Mountains South Coast And a whole lot more

Section 5 – National Attractions Provides information about Canberra’s national attractions and venues with a difference. This is where you will find venues that are stylish, exciting, and prestigious and have loads of personality. Section 6 – Venues and Accommodation Detailed information about all the hotels and meeting venues in Canberra. Section 7 – Conference services When arranging your next event there a lots of companies in Canberra willing to lend a hand and help your next event run like clockwork, including: XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX

Audio visual, staging and exhibition companies Catering services Graphic designers, printers and public relations companies Photographers Promotional products Publications Team building, facilitators and motivational speakers Tour operators, guides and event packages Transport Meeting and Event Managers

Section 8 – Index This is an easy reference list of all the suppliers in Canberra

C ANBERRA – T HE NAT I ONAL CA PI TAL O F AU S T R AL I A

WELCOME As Canberra celebrates its centenary year, we have the opportunity to reflect on our great city and its place in the world. While it remains a young city, it is a city of immense resources and opportunity that has earned its place as a great capital, and continues to grow and develop each and every year. Purpose-built as the meeting place of the nation, Canberra offers infrastructure and expertise unique in Australia. World experts, famous artists, leading researchers including Nobel Prize winners, senior executives, federal politicians, media figures and business leaders reside and do business in our city every day. Canberra is also home to national landmarks and institutions such as Parliament House, the Australian War Memorial and the National Library – to name a few – each with its place

in the Australian story and each with its distinctive potential as an event venue. THINK CANBERRA and our Research and Learning Institutes Group (RALIG) was established by the Canberra Convention Bureau to help businesses access the many inspirational, interesting and innovative people and places Canberra has to offer. Together, this group of 16 key research and learning institutes boasts expertise across just about every field you can imagine, and the Bureau is in a unique position to connect your business event with the right people. Canberra is an influential city. It is home to Federal Parliament, where decisions are made that shape our nation. It is an impressive city, with monuments and venues that tell the Australian story and inspire us all. It is an open, easy city where nature is not just on our doorstep, but amongst us. It is a city that provides the extra element for your business event, taking it to the next level, ensuring an inspirational experience your delegates will take home with them. Be influential in the city of influence.

Katy Gallagher, Chief Minister of the Australian Capital Territory

Robyn Hendry, Chief Executive, Canberra Convention Bureau

T H E H E A RT O F T H E N AT I O N C AN BERR A IS WHERE HISTORY IS M ADE AN D WHERE T H E D I R E C T I O N O F T H E CO U N T RY I S D E T E R M I N E D.

Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong receives a ceremonial welcome at Parliament House in Canberra.

Bob Carr sworn in as Foreign Minister.

Federal Opposition Leader Tony Abbott holds a doorstop press conference at Parliament House in Canberra.

Actor Geoffrey Rush with his award after being named Australian of the Year for 2012 at a ceremony on the forecourt of Federal Parliament House in Canberra.

Professor Patrick Dodson attends the final meeting on constitutional indigenous recognition in Canberra, before handing the recommendations to the Government on what the constitutional change should be.

Thousands of people attend the ANZAC Day National Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.

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RALIG MEMBERS Australian Academy of Science Dr Sue Meek, Chief Executive

Australian Catholic University Associate Professor Patrick McArdle, Dean, Canberra

For a small city, Canberra packs a mighty punch in the world of research. Our many world-class research institutions are filled with some of the best minds from Australia and the world, boasting expertise across virtually every conceivable field and discipline. Furthermore, as a small city Canberra’s research and learning institutes are part of a community with an ethos of knowledge-sharing and openness creating a genuinely inspirational intellectual hub. The Canberra Convention Bureau offers a unique opportunity to foster strong relationships between your business event and Canberra’s knowledge industry via the Bureau’s Research and Learning Institutes Group (RALIG) initiative. Individually and collectively this group of 16 exceptional and innovative institutes has a culture of research at their heart and persistently strive for truth and knowledge in the national interest. There has never been a better opportunity to tap into Canberra’s intellectual capacity to benefit your event.

Australian Institute of Sport Mr Tim Kelly, Manager, Performance Research Centre

Australian National Botanic Gardens Dr Judy West, Executive Director

Australian National University Professor Lawrence Cram, Master, University House

Australian War Memorial Ms Linda Ferguson, Assistant Director Public Programs

Canberra Institute of Technology Mr Ian Drayton, Executive Director, Development

CSIRO Mr Cris Kennedy, Director, CSIRO Discovery Centre

Museum of Australian Democracy Ms Steven Fox, Deputy Director, Interpretation and Programs

National Film and Sound Archive Ms Heather Millard, Manager, Marketing and Communication

National Library of Australia Ms Anne-Marie Schwirtlich, Director-General

National Museum of Australia Ms Tina Brandt, Head, Visitor Services and Front of House

NICTA – National ICT Australia Ms Michelle Carden, Director, Safety and Security Business Team

Questacon – the National Science and Technology Centre Professor Graham Durant AM, Director

University of Canberra Professor Frances Shannon, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research

University of NSW Canberra at ADFA Ms Lisa Morisset, Manager, Development Manager, Office of the Rector

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Australian Academy of Science

The Canberra Convention Bureau brings business events and Canberra’s knowledge industry together through THINK CANBERRA, and its Research and Learning Institutes Group (RALIG). Incorporating 16 exceptional, world-class institutions across the capital, now, more than ever, you can take advantage of Canberra's intellectual offerings. Our many world-class research institutions are filled with some of the best minds from Australia and the world, boasting expertise across virtually every conceivable field and discipline including cutting edge researchers and Nobel Prize winners. What better way to excite your delegates than by including a world expert at your event? Through THINK CANBERRA, the Canberra Convention Bureau will work with your event organisers to create a memorable event matching your objectives with impressive venues and inspirational personalities. THINK CANBERRA facilitates an exceptional community with an ethos of knowledge‑sharing creating an intellectual hub that can benefit any event. AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE

The Australian Academy of Science was established by Royal Charter in 1954 by Fellows of the Royal Society of London, to provide effective national scientific leadership. Founding Fellows soon decided to establish a permanent headquarters in Canberra at the now-famous Dome, which was completed in 1959 and stood as the symbol of the city until the opening of new Parliament House in 1988. The Academy is a private, not-for-profit organisation representing Australia’s leading

research scientists, with the Fellowship of the Academy comprised of 440 Fellows from every scientific discipline in Australia. Each Fellow is elected for their outstanding contributions to the advancement of science in Australia and internationally. Fellows are active members of universities, research organisations, Government agencies and industry. The Academy promotes public awareness of science and science education at all levels, and has four school education programs: two online education resources, Nova: Science in the News and Interviews with Australian Scientists; a primary school program, Primary Connections; and a junior secondary school program, Science by Doing. The Academy also strives to recognise research excellence through career and early career awards and through active mentorship of promising young scientists. Additionally, the Academy fosters international relations, publishes scientific books and journals, informs policy and advises government, ensuring that – where applicable – science underpins public policy. The Academy’s Shine Dome is a national Heritage-listed building, renowned as one of the outstanding examples of Modernist architecture internationally. Architect Sir Roy Grounds won a national competition to design ‘a building to express science and the spirit of science’; its construction was completed in 1959 and it has been known as the home of the Australian Academy of Science ever since. The Dome and its custom-built furniture and fittings underwent major refurbishment and restoration at the turn of the Century, designed to carefully preserve its original aesthetic. In 2011 an Australian Government National Historic Sites Program grant allowed the installation of coloured external lights, adding the Dome to the roll-call of significant Canberra sites lit up in colour at night.

Professor John Passioura

The Academy leverages this unique events‑space to organise and attract national and international scientific conferences, forums, meetings, exchanges and external organisation hire. The Shine Dome is the hallmark of a forward-looking body. It projects a modern outlook rather than a relic of past glories. It’s still an acclaimed design and feat of construction that has placed it amongst Australia’s iconic buildings. PROFILE: PROFESSOR JOHN PASSIOURA

John Passioura is widely experienced in the environmental physiology of plants, especially in relation to the productive use of water by crops growing in dry environments. He led the Crop Adaptation Program in CSIRO Plant Industry for many years, and later spent several years as a consultant with the Grains R&D Corporation. During this time he oversaw their subprogram on Soil and Water Management which dealt with processes in soil and plants that affect productivity of farms and the sustainability of farming systems. John is an Honorary Research Fellow with CSIRO Plant Industry, where he continues to work on improving the performance of dryland crops and the soil in which they grow. John has been a Fellow of the Academy since 1994, and was convenor of the Academy’s 2012 public lecture series, Caring for the Australian countryside: lessons from the past and present. In devising the series he pulled together a diverse and stimulating program across 10 public lectures delivered in the Shine Dome’s unique Ian Wark Theatre. He addressed themes of land use ranging from Aboriginal land management to coal seam gas, agricultural stewardship and the socio‑economic factors influencing people who make a life in Australia’s heartland.

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AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORT

The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) is Australia’s premier sports training institute and was established on Australia Day 1981. Outstanding athlete results combined with skilled coaches, world-class facilities and cutting-edge sports science and sports medicine services have given the AIS its international reputation as a world’s best practice model for high performance athlete development. The Institute offers 36 sport programs in 26 sports, with a varying number of scholarships offered annually to Australia’s finest sportsmen and sportswomen. The AIS is a national institution, with its main headquarters in Canberra. AIS programs are also based around the country, including Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, and a European Training Centre in Varese, Italy. As part of its twenty-five year celebrations, the AIS announced its best of the best athletes which included: Robert De Castella, John Eales, Luc Longley, Glenn McGrath, Michael Milton, Mark Viduka, Lauren Jackson, Stuart O’Grady, Todd Woodbridge, Michael Klim and Petria Thomas. SPORTS SCIENCE AND SPORTS MEDICINE

The AIS has been a catalyst for increased research activity in the areas of sports science and sports medicine in Australia since its establishment in 1981. From humble beginnings with a few pioneering scientists like Dick Telford, Bruce Mason and Allan Hahn, the AIS has grown to a scientific and clinical staff of around 160 in diverse fields such as: physiology, biomechanics, performance analysis, skill acquisition, performance psychology, physical therapies, medicine, nutrition, strength and conditioning, recovery, data analytics and applied sensors. The AIS also has internal workshops with the capability to build prototypes and bespoke equipment for high‑performance sport.

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Professor Brian Schmidt, ANU

In an endeavour to increase research capability, the AIS has built solid partnerships with nearly all of Australia’s universities, as well as CSIRO, NICTA and a range of small technologies companies involved in the development of sports technology. The AIS has also established international partnerships with personnel from overseas universities, Disney Research and other sports institutes in France, China and Qatar.

host the XIIth International Symposium on Biomechanics and Medicine in Swimming in April 2014. It will be only the third time the Symposium will be hosted outside of Europe in its forty year history. The ‘Canberra bid’ beat other bids from Brazil, Japan and the USA. The Symposium will be hosted at the AIS from 28th April through until 2nd May and will include aquatics research in: biomechanics, computational fluid dynamics, physiology, medicine, nutrition, strength and conditioning, coaching and technology.

PROFILE: DR BRUCE MASON OAM – HEAD OF THE AIS’ AQUATICS, TESTING AND TRAINING UNIT

Bruce started out his working career as a physical education teacher in NSW schools after two years with the army as a national service officer. The combination of training as a physical education teacher together with a science degree from Sydney University in mathematics was a great preparation for his graduate studies at the University of Oregon, where he graduated with a doctoral degree in biomechanics in 1980. Bruce worked two years at Wollongong University before coming to the AIS to head up the Biomechanics Department in 1982. Bruce’s major emphasis at the AIS has been with the sport of swimming, providing biomechanical support throughout that period to the AIS swimming squad as well as to the Australian swim team from the early 1990s until 2002. In recognition of his work in the biomechanics of swimming, Bruce was awarded an OAM in 2002, an Australian Sports Medal in 2000 and the major award of the International Society of Biomechanics in Sport, 'the Geoffrey Dyson Memorial Lecture' in 2000 at the annual conference of the society in Hong Kong. In January 2006, Bruce took over the reins of the Aquatics Testing Training and Research Unit at the Australian Institute of Sport. CASE STUDY: XIITH INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON BIOMECHANICS AND MEDICINE IN SWIMMING

Thanks to a team effort with personnel from the Canberra Convention Bureau, the AIS was successful in a bidding process to

The Symposium will draw delegates from Europe, the USA and Asia, with a specific targeting of Asian swimming nations like China, Japan and South Korea. AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Created by a parliament for a people, the Australian National University (ANU) is a national asset that connects the best Australian thinking, expertise and learning. The University takes this knowledge to the world and brings the world’s best back home. As a result, ANU has won wide recognition as a place of intensive research and education. ANU scholars are not afraid to move past conventional thinking, framing questions and searching for answers that address fundamental problems and the issues of the day. The University is a respected voice in Australia’s national conversation, shaping policy and equipping our leaders with knowledge and confidence. Students at all levels of experience work side-by-side with researchers, sharing in existing knowledge and gaining the self-assurance to search for new answers. ANU is a catalyst to learning for an increasing number of Australians, creating links with regional institutions and providing a range of pathways to study. ANU partners with respected places of knowledge and attracts staff and students from many countries. ANU scholars are known for the breadth and depth of their expertise on Asia and the Pacific.

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'G for George' Lancaster Bomber at the Australian War Memorial

The University’s graduates fill roles of influence from Beijing to Washington, Jakarta to Port Villa, Perth to Canberra. The University’s main campus is in Australia’s capital city and is only a short bicycle ride to the nation’s corridors of power and cultural institutions. ANU is proud to be part of the Canberra community, one of the most educated and politically engaged cities in Australia’s region. PROFILE: PROFESSOR BRIAN SCHMIDT

Australia’s newest Nobel Laureate didn’t hesitate when it came to choosing Canberra as a place to live, work and engage in big thinking. Astronomer Brian Schmidt from the Australian National University is a co‑recipient of the 2011 Nobel Prize for Physics for the discovery that the expansion rate of the universe is accelerating. The discovery supports the theory that suggests much of the universe is composed of an unknown material, popularly referred to as ‘dark energy’. Professor Schmidt moved to Canberra from the USA in 1994 to take up a postdoctoral position at ANU. At the tender age of 27, he was leading an international project that turned ancient supernovae into speedometers for the cosmos. 'I was provided at the ANU the support to undertake this work, to lead an international team, and that’s something I think that’s really uniquely Australia; to be able to start so young on something so big,' Professor Schmidt says.

education and engagement with real-world problems are typical of ANU as a whole. ANU is a national asset that connects much of the best thinking, learning and expertise in Australia. ANU has a strong, interconnected community of scholars who are addressing fundamental problems as well as issues of the day. Professor Schmidt is the latest in a succession of celebrated academics who have called ANU home. He is also a prime exemplar of the ‘open door’ philosophy shared by ANU researchers. The day after learning of his Nobel win, Professor Schmidt was at the lectern helping undergraduate students come to grips with some of the fundamentals of astrophysics. When he’s not working with students or furthering his research, Professor Schmidt is confirming Canberra’s wine-producing credentials by turning the grapes from his own vineyard into pinot noir. And he’s as eager to share the glory as he is to share a glass of red, stressing that the accelerating universe discovery was a team effort. Professor Schmidt shares the prize with his co-researcher Professor Adam Riess from Johns Hopkins University, as well as Professor Saul Perlmutter from the University of California, Berkeley, who led another research team working on the expanding universe question. AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL

Almost two decades later, Professor Schmidt is an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow at the ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA), based at the iconic Mt Stromlo Observatory in Canberra.

The iconic Australian War Memorial combines a world-class museum, a site of commemoration and an extensive archive. The Memorial’s important purpose is to commemorate the sacrifice of the more than 102,000 Australians who have died in war; its mission is to assist Australians to remember, interpret and understand the Australian experience of war and its enduring impact on Australian society.

RSAA is home to internationally respected space scientists and space technology design and manufacturing facilities. The school’s intensive research, research-led

The Memorial attracts almost a million visitors annually and has won multiple tourism awards. It’s a truly inspiring place and its newly refurbished function spaces

and high‑tech theatre facilities are set among many of its wartime relics, rare military aircraft, and paintings by great Australian artists. Housed in a beautiful, architecturally significant building, the Memorial is considered one of the most significant cultural institutions in the world, not least because of the extensive research and expertise contained within it. RESEARCH CENTRE

The Memorial’s Research Centre holds the written records of war, both published and unpublished. Most of the collection is open to the public for use in the Research Centre, subject to legal restrictions or those imposed by donors. The Centre’s collections are arranged in three sections: Official Records, Private Records and Published and Digitised Collections. The Memorial’s unique and diverse collection includes over 15,000 boxes of records from official sources. It also contains the nation’s largest archive of the writings of ordinary Australians about their experience of war. Over 60,000 books on aspects of Australia’s military history are also available to the public in the Research Centre, in addition to journals, maps and charts, sheet music, and ephemera such as postcards. The majority of the Research Centre’s collections relate to the First and Second World Wars. The collections also cover Australia’s involvement in conflicts dating back to the late nineteenth century, conflicts since 1945, ongoing conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. PROFILE: ROBYN VAN DYK

Robyn is the Acting Head of the Research Centre. She has worked at the Australian War Memorial since 2002 and her work involves the development, management and preservation of the Memorial’s archival and printed collections, and the provision of access to these collections.

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In the course of her work, Robyn has communicated broadly through conferences and the media on issues of digital collection management including copyright, digital collections, Digital Asset Management Systems and Australian military history. Robyn has had a long-standing interest in the impact of the Second World War on the home front and has published several articles and booklets in this area. In 2011 she co-curated a Second World War display, 'Victory Garden', and a related public program for Floriade which was visited by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, during their Royal visit. For the Centenary of Gallipoli in 2015, Robyn is curating two projects: a major digitisation and web initiative – to make more collections available online and to enhance these collections in the digital environment – and a First World War exhibition (co-curated with her colleagues Jennie Norberry and Craig Tibbitts) that will tell its story primarily through documents. In October 2012 Robyn visited Afghanistan to collect records relating to military life, activities and operations of the ADF on deployment. PROFILE: CRAIG TIBBITTS

Craig is the Memorial’s Senior Curator of Official and Private Records and has worked in the Research Centre since 2000. He has a Bachelor of Information Management from the University of Canberra, where he studied library, records and archives as well as cultural heritage management. Craig is a professional member of the Australian Society of Archivists. A life-long passion for the study of military history has developed hand-in-hand with Craig’s duties in managing the archival collections and building a deep knowledge of their content and context. As well as the ongoing work of acquiring and preserving records, and making them available to researchers, he sees the main challenges for the future as lying in the management

of digital records and the maintenance of access to them in a dynamically changing world of online communication and interaction. Craig also oversees the maintenance of the Memorial’s honour rolls for the Research Centre. For ten years now he has worked with a small team to research eligibility, improve the accuracy of data, and develop policies for the Roll of Honour, the Commemorative Roll and the Remembrance Book. Over the years, Craig’s research and professional development has taken him to places such as Egypt, Crete, France and Belgium, as well as the United Kingdom and New Zealand. His main areas of historical studies are the Korean War, the New Zealand Wars and, in particular, the First World War. Craig is currently writing an AIF battalion history and working on his third exhibition on Australians during the Great War. PROFILE: JENNIE NORBERRY

CANBERRA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) is a government institute, and is the ACT and region’s leading provider of technical and further education. For 83 years, CIT has crafted a pedigree of excellence in VET service provision. It presently offers over 400 courses to local, national and international students to equip them to work effectively in business and industry, or go on to further tertiary study. Students include school-leavers, first-time employees, those seeking a new career direction or additional skills, and people with specific training needs. Qualifications range from certificate to degree level and include a range of flexible learning options. CIT enjoys excellent working relationships with many international institutions and is host to international students from over 80 countries.

Jennie started at the Memorial in 2001 as a Reference Officer in the Research Centre. She left the Research Centre to work in the Memorial’s Web Team for 18 months before returning as the Online Research Manager. In early 2012 she was appointed Manager of Information Services.

With six locations across Canberra, CIT has been designed to create a supportive learning environment for our diverse student population. The campuses are home to world-class libraries, information technology resources, state-of-the-art equipment, as well as sporting and recreational facilities.

While at the Memorial, Jennie has developed extensive experience assisting people to research a family member’s military service. She regularly delivers family history talks and training to the public and special interest groups. Recently she has been involved in a program whereby Memorial staff visit regional areas to promote the Memorial’s collections and services for researching those who served.

The institute prides itself on achieving excellence in teaching and learning, providing progressive and accessible education solutions, using the latest technology and most up-to-date learning capabilities.

Jennie is currently co-curating a First World War exhibition with her colleagues Robyn van Dyk and Craig Tibbitts which will focus on the Research Centre’s unique collection of wartime documents.

CIT has been an innovator in the development of curricula and education delivery systems that have a commitment to excellence in education at their core. CIT’s e-learning management system, digital learning object repository and synchronous live virtual classroom, known collectively as eLearn, is currently the only one of its kind in the world.

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Kathy Korsch

The fully-licenced CIT Restaurant is an a la carte training restaurant open to the general public, providing casual dining, great service and spectacular views. The CIT Café offers more relaxed a la carte dining. Ample parking is also available. The three-time National Tourism Award winning training institution is well known for its great food, friendly service and reasonable prices. It boasts a boardroom, and function and restaurant facilities. CIT is the perfect venue for conferences, forums, meetings and other functions, catering up to 260 people for a first-class event in the heart of Canberra. PROFILE: KATHY KORSCH

Kathy Korsch is one of CIT’s most innovative and forward thinking leaders. Ms Korsch has worked in education and training since 1978 and is the Director for CIT Health, Community and Wellbeing. Ms Korsch is committed to vocational education and training, and determined to keep her centre at the cutting edge of the sector. She is a passionate educator, and completed her Masters degree in Educational Leadership at University of Canberra in 2007. Ms Korsch’s experience as a director on various boards and her advocacy for increased responsiveness of the education sector to the needs of the Australian workforce and economy have resulted in reforms in vocational education and training at a national level. She was involved in establishing the virtual classroom – a simulated three dimensional environment which allows students to learn through exploration of a computer-simulated virtual world. The resulting ‘Virtual Worlds for Health’ program engages participants in real-life workplace scenarios, events and activities, and enables them to influence their surroundings and see the outcomes of their actions, exactly as they would in the workforce. The project has established strategies which will inform the future of virtual worlds in education.

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In 2012, Ms Korsch was awarded the Norm Fisher Award for recognition of her outstanding and extensive contribution to vocational education and training in the ACT. CASE STUDY: CIT GREEN EXPOSIUM

In August 2012, more than 100 staff, students and guests attended CIT’s first-ever CIT Green Exposium to learn about sustainable projects and initiatives across CIT. The event – a cross between an ‘expo’ and a ‘symposium’ – included a number of displays and presentations that revealed an impressive list of sustainable initiatives and achievements at CIT, and inspired CIT to do even more.

The national collection is the most complete collection of Australian audiovisual knowledge, creativity, achievements and history on the planet. The collection of over 2 million items is a diverse range of material from the earliest examples of recorded sound and film in the 1890s to the present day. NFSA visitors enjoy seeing and hearing the nation’s stories, the chance to relive memories, a unique cinematic or sound experience and the pleasure of discovering things about Australian cultural diversity, creativity, innovation, pioneering spirit, history and heritage.

Participants were able to tour the facilities, enjoyed diverse and compelling presentations and witnessed the planting of a tree. Presenters included Jahne Meyer, Co‑Founder of Envirolove, a company that work towards sustainability in waste management, and CIT fashion teacher Steve Wright, who launched his own fashion label, 'Corr Blimey', which focuses on sustainable approaches to design.

Staff at the NFSA have a great breadth of knowledge, expertise, passion and originality of thought which breathes life into its work with the collection. The audiovisual format is a powerful, relevant and vital cultural expression. While most conferences and events use AV in some way, no other venue in Canberra can provide the authentic experience of watching film in an original format, allow delegates or guests to see and hear what something was really like 100 years ago, or provide international archiving, film, audio and preservation experts to pull these all into context.

The exposium took place in CIT’s Sustainable Skills Training Hub which is fully self‑sustainable and boasts a number of features including rainwater tanks, solar panels, window film on windows, automatic timers and movement detectors, and eco‑friendly lights.

Imagine the keynote speaker at a conference on water saving being able to show reality film footage of the Murray-Darling basin before water saving was even a term, or showing a room full of manufacturers the changes in TV commercials advertising household products from the 1950s to today.

NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE OF AUSTRALIA

The National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA) is Australia’s living archive, capturing a part of Australia’s memory that can actually be experienced in ‘living’ vision and sound. Our aim is to enrich Australia’s cultural identity by developing, preserving, promoting and interpreting a national collection of recorded historic and contemporary sound, moving image, documentation and new media, and making Australia’s audiovisual heritage available to everyone.

Whether you’re hosting cocktails in the artdeco courtyard, presenting a keynote session in the state-of-the-art Arc Cinema or enjoying an intimate session in the period theatrette, delving into the national audiovisual collection and engaging an NFSA expert is a stimulating way to enhance the experience of your conference delegates. Discover how your living archive can add to your event at nfsa.gov.au.

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Meg Labrum

PROFILE: MEG LABRUM

Meg Labrum has worked with the National Film and Sound Archive for over 30 years, moving from a graduate librarian position to now being the Senior Curator for the Film, Documents and Artefacts collections. Her passion for film has driven her work to expand the national audiovisual collection through acquisition of films, movie posters, still photos, manuscripts, costumes and more. As the Secretary General for FIAF (International Federation of Film Archives) since 2003, Meg plays an active part in international archival forums, debates and teaching. With the catchcry that 'you don’t have to be dead to be archived!', Meg knows audiovisual archiving is relevant, dynamic and meaningful not only to historians but also to today’s emerging creative community, researchers and the general public as both a historical cultural resource and also a contemporary space and repository for what is being produced today and tomorrow. Meg writes, teaches and presents at forums, festivals, seminars and conferences, addressing aspects of the extremely broad and still developing audiovisual archive context. With the national audiovisual collection as the key resource, her presentations are rich in moving image and sound, and also use the often unimagined insights brought to light through the NFSA’s documentation holdings which include major personal collections from filmmakers, actors, recording artists, family, and companies. The opportunity for fresh stories, new perspectives and healthy animated debate is part of her presentation world. Meg has been instrumental in the rediscovery and recovery of a number of very important films. The progressive restoration of the 135 films held in The Corrick Collection is now being completed with the films being screened around the world. These films represent the birth of cinema, produced in Australia, Europe and the United States from 1904-1914 and were toured throughout

The National Library

Australia by the enterprising Marvellous Corrick Family Entertainers at that time. NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA

See the beautiful, the rare and the unexpected at the National Library of Australia (NLA). Situated on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, the National Library provides visitors and researchers with unparalleled access to Australia’s documentary heritage. The Library collects Australian materials both in print form – such as books, serials, maps, newspapers, music and ephemera – as well as online publications and unpublished material – such as manuscripts, pictures and oral history. There is also a considerable collection of general overseas and rare book materials, and world-class Asian and Pacific collections. In the Library’s Treasures Gallery you will see many of the NLA’s greatest treasures including James Cook’s Endeavour Journal, Ellis Rowan’s exquisite botanical images, Patrick White’s notebooks, Australia’s earliest existing printed document and much more. The Library holds approximately 10 million items and in 2010–2011 the Library received 81,800 new items. The Library recognises that it serves a national audience and its staff are dedicated to meeting the public’s information needs. The Library’s collections and services are made available via its website wherever possible, delivering an extensive range of online services as well as a telephone, fax and online enquiry service. The NLA website received over 339 million page views in 2010–2011, a 22% increase over the previous year. Onsite visitors can review the Library’s collections in the reading rooms or explore the Treasures Gallery and current exhibitions. Wi‑Fi network access is available to all visitors. Visitors will also find fine food and places to relax at the bookplate, ex-libris and

paperplate cafés. Facilities available for hire at the NLA include the theatre, conference room and foyer. The Library boasts a vibrant and varied events program which includes seminars, conferences, lectures, book launches, films, children’s activities, learning programs and tours. PROFILE: ANNE-MARIE SCHWIRTLICH

Anne-Marie’s career has included leadership in three national cultural institutions – the National Library, the Australian War Memorial and the National Archives – and at the State Library of Victoria, where she was CEO and State Librarian for eight years before returning to the National Library as Director-General in March 2011. As Director-General, Anne-Marie believes the role of libraries has never been more important than in this digital age, a period that has presented both challenges and opportunities. A vital challenge is developing the capacity and the capability to acquire, document, preserve and make accessible Australia’s documentary record and increasing the opportunity for Australians to have access to the National Library’s collections and services – particularly on digital platforms. This is also a great opportunity to enhance and promote collections and heritage to different audiences using new technologies. The NLA’s national discovery service, Trove, is a perfect example of this. Anne-Marie invites you to explore and use the Library online and then to make sure that you visit in person to be moved and inspired. NICTA

National ICT Australia (NICTA) is Australia’s largest research and development organisation in information and communications technology (ICT). NICTA focuses on research and development that is of practical benefit to industry, government, and the community. NICTA has over 600 researchers and PhD students, 140 of whom

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are based in the ACT at NICTA’s Canberra Research Laboratory. Now in its tenth year, NICTA is steadily developing a reputation for its worldclass ICT research. To achieve its goal of delivering excellence in ICT research and commercial outcomes for Australia, NICTA employs the very best researchers and leaders in software systems: control and signal processing; computer vision; machine learning; optimisation and networks. The machine learning, computer vision and optimisation groups are well established as world leaders in their respective fields with many of the researchers having more than 1,000 academic citations, and some with more than 10,000. In its relatively short existence, NICTA has already made a significant economic impact in Australia. It has created 8 spin‑outs which have raised more than $35 million and created more than 80 jobs. IMPACT AND ACHIEVEMENTS

In Health, as part of the Bionic Vision Australia (BVA) consortium, NICTA is developing Australia’s first bionic eye, which has the potential to improve quality of life for vision-impaired people around the world. NICTA’s unique medical implants technology will soon revolutionise the $2 billion per year neuro-stimulation, pain management method. In 2011, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) journal Review described NICTA’s development of a ‘crash proof’ operating system as one of the top 10 emerging technologies likely to change the world and have the greatest impact. The OKL4 microkernel now runs on over 1.5 billion of today’s mobile phones. NICTA’s digital audio networking technology is a global leader in live sound via ethernet and its face recognition technology is deployed in leading commercial video surveillance systems around the world. NICTA is also providing savings to industry. NICTA’s distributed sensing and controlled

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systems have demonstrated savings of 30% in water irrigation costs to our farmers and our optimisation technologies have demonstrated 15% transport cost savings for a bread supply company. NICTA truly boasts world-class research, facilities and people right here in Canberra. PROFILE: DR ANTONIO ROBLES-KELLY

Dr Antonio Robles-Kelly is an experienced researcher in the area of pattern recognition, computer vision, spectral imaging and computer graphics. He has done work on segmentation and grouping, tracking, graph‑matching, shape analysis, the understanding of images beyond the visible spectrum and reflectance models.

Professor Williamson was elected a Fellow of the Academy of Science in 2012 and is currently a member of the advisory board of the National Institute of Informatics (Japan) and the Scientific Advisory Board of the Max-Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics (Germany). UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA

The University of Canberra (UC) is the university of Australia’s capital. It reflects the different dimensions of Canberra: the nation’s capital, the seat of Federal Government, and the home of national cultural, scientific and sporting institutions – all of which are situated in a designed and landscaped city with a local community committed to a sustainable, educated, healthy and prosperous life.

He is currently leading a team of researchers working on imaging spectroscopy software that can quickly, accurately and automatically identify materials and their components. This software has applicability in areas of biosecurity (automatic detection of pests or diseases on food or plants; automatic identification of plant biomass); agriculture (automatic grading and sorting of fruits and vegetables) and in surveillance (advanced biometrics and detection of hazardous material).

The University began as the Canberra College of Advanced Education in 1967, becoming the University of Canberra on 1 January 1990 under a Commonwealth Act of Parliament.

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The University's academics are dedicated to finding solutions to real-world challenges. Its research is carried out in partnership with national and international organisations in the academic, government and private sectors.

Professor Bob Williamson is leading a team of NICTA and ANU researchers who are looking to better understand photovoltaic systems’ (solar panels) output to the grid. Unlike traditional coal-fired energy, solar energy is intermittent depending on cloud cover etc. This presents problems for energy grid operators as significant drops in power supply without backup could result in blackouts. Professor Williamson and his team are looking at deploying small, cheap monitoring systems that will give instantaneous readings of energy output. Combining this information with the latest machine learning expertise will enable the team to develop software that will provide more accurate predictions of energy output from household solar systems.

Today, more than 12,000 students representing over 100 countries study at the University. The proportion of students from overseas has grown in recent years, but the majority of students still come from Canberra and its surrounding regions.

The University specialises in delivering professional education and applied research. Both research and teaching are closely linked under the signature theme of ‘research-led education’. UC graduates are among the most sought‑after in the country and the University has consistently been awarded the maximum five-star rating for ‘getting a job’ in the Good Universities Guide for the past 12 years.

Dr Fiona Dyer of the University of Canberra

At the University of Canberra, we are proud of our graduates making important contributions in their professions, government service and corporate life across Australia and internationally. We are also proud of the University’s impact on the global community, contributing to intellectual debates and changing the world for the better. In its work, the university maintains close contact with professions, industry, government departments and the business world providing an enviable network of experts and leaders. Its exceptional intellectual resources, infrastructure and connections mean that expos, conferences and events held on our campus are world‑class. A GREEN CAMPUS

The 120-hectare campus is a haven of tall trees and Australian wildlife, yet is just 10 minutes from Canberra’s city centre. UC is the first university in the country to discontinue the sale of bottled water on campus – the largest environmental initiative of its kind in Australia – and the International Microsimulation Centre is the first ‘5-star Green Star’ rated education building in the ACT. PROFILE: DR FIONA DYER Dr Fiona Dyer is a Senior Research Fellow with the University of Canberra’s Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE). Fiona's research focuses on catchment and riverine physico‑chemical processes and assessment. She has been involved in setting environmental flow releases in both upland and lowland rivers of South Eastern Australia, and the development and implementation of monitoring programs to assess the efficacy of releases. She is currently working on developing water quality and ecological response models for a range of aquatic environments.

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In September 2012, Fiona and her colleagues from the Water Resources and Freshwater Biodiversity and Adaptation Research Network gathered Australia’s leading researchers and agencies to discuss the challenges facing environmental flows in Australia and better ways to manage them during a workshop at the University of Canberra. THE WORKSHOP

The two-day workshop was structured around six interactive sessions in which a series of thematically linked presentations were given, followed by discussion sessions. These sessions were characterised by high interactive participation thanks to the use of iMeet, a technology specifically designed to foster collaborative meetings. iMeet was used as a media tool to capture the views of all participants in relation to key questions of the day’s sessions. All opinions were discussed in situ and voted upon to select the ‘most popular’. This dynamic process allowed the production of a preliminary list of statements covering broad knowledge needs related to the improvement of environmental water planning, policy, management and delivery in the face of climate change. Workshop leader, Dr Fiona Dyer said that having all the stakeholders under the same roof enabled them to identify investigation priorities. 'This will help shape the research agenda in this field so that we can better manage our environmental water into the future,' Dr Dyer said.

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UNSW Canberra is the Canberra campus of the University of New South Wales (UNSW) located at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA). The unique partnership between UNSW and the Australian Defence Force commenced in 1986 with the aim of providing a liberal undergraduate education to the junior officers and future leaders of the Australian Defence Force. In addition to undergraduate courses, UNSW Canberra offers a variety of postgraduate programs and professional education courses which are open to the general community as well as Defence personnel. The University of New South Wales is ranked among the top 50 universities in the world and is renowned for the quality of its graduates and world-class research. UNSW is a member of Australia's Group of Eight (Go8) institutions and a member of Universitas 21. As part of a leading university, UNSW Canberra offers all the advantages of one of Australia's largest, most well-established and research-intensive tertiary institutions. UNSW Canberra places a strong emphasis on excellence in research, teaching and learning, continues to exceed the Go8 standard and has the best staff to student ratio in the country. The University also boasts the resources you would expect of a leading university. The Academy Library houses significant contemporary military history and Australian Literature manuscript collections. The library’s exhibition space is also a great location to showcase exhibitions or host a book launch or seminar. UNSW Canberra is a spacious campus with various venues available for conferences and seminars. The convenient location between the airport and the city, and free parking, allows for easy planning of any event.

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PROFILE: DR STEPHEN COLEMAN

PROFILE: ROBIN ROBERTSON

PROFILE: JOHN YOUNG (SEIT)

Dr Stephen Coleman is Senior Lecturer in Ethics and Leadership and Vincent Fairfax Foundation Fellow in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, and a Senior Research Fellow with the Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics at ANU. He has previously held appointments in ethics at ANU, Charles Sturt University and Monash University.

Few would expect a young girl from Kansas – 1,700km from the nearest beach – to enter the world of oceanography, much less overcome gender barriers to do so.

Dr John Young, a scientist from the School of Engineering and Information Technology at UNSW Canberra, was recently named the 2012 ACT Young Tall Poppy of the Year by the Australian Institute of Policy and Science. His research focuses on bio‑mimicry aerodynamics.

His new book on military ethics was published by Oxford University Press in 2012. He is the author of The Ethics of Artificial Uteruses: Implications for Reproduction and Abortion published in 2004 and more than twenty papers in academic journals and edited collections on a diverse range of topics in applied ethics, including military ethics, police ethics, medical ethics, and the practical applications of human rights. In addition to these published papers he has presented at conferences in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as spending an academic year as the Resident Fellow at the Stockdale Centre for Ethical Leadership at the United States Naval Academy. At UNSW Canberra he teaches courses in military ethics and practical ethics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and is also the convenor of the ADFA Human Research Ethics Advisory Panel. Dr Coleman is also one of the Program Directors of the Australian Centre of the Study of Armed Conflict and Society. While working with students or engaging in his research he has been known to make balloon and origami animals, juggle, breathe fire and ride a unicycle.

Nevertheless, Robin Robertson’s intentions were clear from age 13, inspired by her father who was a chemical engineer. Robin’s career path has not taken the standard, direct approach but has combined oceanography and ocean engineering, academia and industry, field work, data analysis and modelling. She was one of the first five women to be admitted to the Ocean Engineering Department at the University of Rhode Island. Although much of Robin’s career has involved internal waves, vertical mixing mechanisms in the polar regions became her broad interest in the early 1990s and more recently her primary focus became tides in relation to climate research. This has taken her to Antarctica on a number of occasions to monitor sea ice and ice shelves in an attempt to better understand how much tidal power contributes to the movement of warm water into Antarctica. Robin earned her PhD at Oregon State University modelling tides, while working with an observationalist and going to sea. She currently works as a Senior Lecturer at the School of Physical, Environmental and Mathematical Sciences at UNSW Canberra.

Dr Young studies the complex aerodynamics of insects such as dragonflies, bees and locusts to learn how humans might replicate these abilities in technology. For example, aircraft designers do everything possible to avoid stall, yet bees rely on their wings being stalled for most of their wingbeat. This ‘stall’ technique could greatly increase the efficiency of palm-sized or even fingertipsized ‘micro air vehicles’ that could fly within buildings for search-and-rescue. 'I am motivated by a fascination with the natural world and asking, for example, ‘why do insects and birds fly the way they do, and what it is that makes them so good at it?’ It is even more rewarding when, knowing something about the answer to those questions, we can use what we learn to improve how we do things in a seemingly unrelated field – such as using aerodynamic technologies to design better wind and water turbines and generate renewable energy,' said Dr Young. Dr Young is actively engaged in communicating his research, as well as science and engineering more broadly, to the community. He is currently working with the QL2 Centre for Youth Dance in Canberra to look at how aerodynamics could be communicated through dance and other forms of movement.

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NO OTHER CITY IN AUSTRALIA OFFERS THE PRESTIGE AND INFLUENCE OF CANBERRA

Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan delivers his 2012 Budget speech in the House of Representatives of Federal Parliament House in Canberra

Canberra is a city of big decisions, remarkable people, glorious landscapes and inspiring institutions. Canberra is a city of influence. By tapping into this influence, your event will have a greater impact as it takes advantage of the prestige of the capital and the attention it brings. Canberra is not just home to politicians. Within the parliamentary triangle and surrounds sit the multitude of Government departments, each with their role to play in advising Government and serving the public. Your event can take advantage of the expertise possessed by the remarkable people who work in and run these departments. The Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism provides advice and policy support regarding Australia’s resources, energy and tourism sectors while the Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities offers expertise in environmental protection, heritage and sustainability.

Yet, these are just the tip of the iceberg. Add the Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education, the Department of Defence, the Attorney‑General’s Department, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Treasury and the Department of Infrastructure and Transport and you start to get a picture of the depth and breadth of knowledge that is available in Canberra. There are numerous ways to take advantage of Canberra’s expertise. Many organisations use federal politicians and senior public servants as guest speakers at events as a way of raising their media profile and pushing their issues onto the national agenda. Including well known public figures may also gain the interest of the Canberra Press Gallery. Populated by around 180 national and international journalists and staff, the ‘Gallery’ is your window to the world, and the world’s window to you. The engine room of the government is, of course, the breathtaking Parliament House. This giant of a building – a city within a city – offers business events unparalleled opportunities to take their event to the next level and make a statement.

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With more than 3,000 original artworks and artefacts on display – including one of the largest tapestries in the world, an enormous indigenous inspired mosaic and one of only four surviving 13th century editions of the Magna Carta – Australia’s Parliament House is one of the only houses of parliament in the world that allows gala dinners and conferences to be held within its walls. Events at Parliament House are impressive and they get noticed. Australia’s big decision-makers – the powerbrokers, politicians, executives, the Prime Minister and the Governor‑General herself are all within a few kilometres of each other in Canberra. By holding your conference in the capital, you not only gain access to the most influential people in the country, you also make the statement that your issues are important and worth listening to. No other city can offer that.

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The Canberra Convention Bureau can assist you with selecting venues and accommodation, connecting you with unique people who can add value to your event, and inspiring you with great ideas for things to do during your time in Canberra – all within your specified budget.

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Small enough to work closely with our partners, but large enough to offer incredible variety and value, we know Canberra better than anyone, and how to create an unforgettable experience. To help you create your event package, we assign each customer a highly experienced personal account manager who stays with you every step of the way. Your account manager will use their exceptional local knowledge to help with everything from venues and accommodation to financial assistance, entertainment, bids and itineraries.

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The Bureau is happy to help no matter how small your meeting or event. We have many venues that have elegant, intimate spaces with specialist facilities perfect for groups under 100 people. Contact the Bureau to help you create your customised Canberra event.

WELCOME TO A N D ACK N OWLED GEMENT O F CO U NTRY AN INVITATION FROM THE NGUNNAWAL PEOPLE ON BEHALF OF THE NGUNNAWAL PEOPLE I WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOUR ORGANISATION'S CONFERENCE TO MEET ON THIS SACRED LAND AND I WISH YOUR TIME HERE TO BE A PEACEFUL EXCHANGE OF IDEAS THAT IS BOTH PRODUCTIVE AND FULFILLING.

MRS AGNES SHEA OAM NGUNNAWAL ELDER

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Incorporating welcoming and acknowledgement protocols recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and custodians of their land. It promotes an awareness of the past and ongoing connection to place of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. WELCOME TO COUNTRY

A Welcome to Country is a ceremony performed by Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to welcome visitors to their traditional land. It can take many forms, depending on the particular culture of the traditional owners. It can include singing, dancing, smoking ceremonies or a speech in traditional language or English. CANBERRA – A TRADITIONAL MEETING PLACE

For over 20,000 years the Ngunnawal Aboriginal people made this region their home. Nomadic by necessity, the seasonal abundance of foods precipitated large gatherings of people, and ‘Canberra’, in the Ngunnawal language, means ‘meeting place’.

As people from other tribes travelled into the territory, they offered gifts as a symbol of respect and acknowledgement of the territory and tribe they were visiting. In return, they were invited to stay and leave their footprint on the country of the Ngunnawal. To arrange a Welcome to Country for your event you should speak to the following Ngunnawal elders: Mr Carl Brown H: 02 6299 0437 | M: 0434 638 613 Mrs Agnes Shea H: 02 6292 2239 | M: 0404 725 222 Mrs Ruth Bell H: 02 6259 8852 | M: 0427 227 805 If you cannot arrange for a Ngunnawal Elder to attend your event, or if your event is considered too small to warrant a formal Welcome to Country you can make an Acknowledgment of Country. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY

An Acknowledgement of Country is a way of showing awareness of and respect for the traditional Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander owners of the land on which a meeting or event is being held, and of recognising the continuing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to their Country.

An Acknowledgment of Country can be informal or formal and involves visitors acknowledging the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander owners of the land as well as the long and continuing relationship between Indigenous peoples and their Country. At a meeting, speech or formal occasion the speaker can begin their proceedings by offering an Acknowledgement of Country. Unlike a Welcome to Country, it can be performed by a non-Indigenous person. There are no set protocols or wording for an Acknowledgement of Country, though often a statement may take the following form: 'I would like to acknowledge that this meeting is being held on the traditional lands of the Ngunnawal people, and pay my respect to elders both past and present.' Or 'I am honoured to be on the ancestral lands of the Ngunnawal people. I acknowledge the First Australians as the traditional custodians of this continent, whose cultures are among the oldest living cultures in human history. I pay respect to the elders of the community and extend my recognition to their descendants who are present.' Information provided from the Reconciliation Australia fact sheet 'Welcome to and Acknowledgement of Country' for more information go to http://www.det.wa.edu.au/aboriginaleducation/ detcms/portal/

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C APACITY TAB LE A N D MAPS

FA S T FAC T S

DARWIN

BRISBANE GOLD COAST

NEWCASTLE

PERTH

SYDNEY

ADELAIDE

CANBERRA

ALBURY MELBOURNE

HOBART

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

There’s more to Canberra than meets the eye. Here’s what you should know to get you started.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 2013

NEW YEAR’S DAY

Tuesday 1 January 2013

LOCATION

AUSTRALIA DAY

Monday 28 January 2013 *Substitute for Saturday 26 January 2013

Canberra is 282 kilometres from Sydney, 150 kilometres inland from the east coast and 571 metres above the Pacific Ocean.

CANBERRA DAY

Monday 11 March 2013

GOOD FRIDAY

Friday 29 March 2013

WEATHER

EASTER SATURDAY

Saturday 30 March 2013

The national capital’s four distinct seasons, each with its own beauty and charm, turn the city into a kaleidoscope of colour throughout the year.

EASTER MONDAY

Monday 1 April 2013

ANZAC DAY

Thursday 25 April 2013

QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY

Monday 10 June 2013

FAMILY AND COMMUNITY DAY

Monday 30 September 2013

* Degrees Celsius

LABOUR DAY

Monday 7 October 2013

RETAIL SHOPPING HOURS

CHRISTMAS DAY

Wednesday 25 December 2013

BOXING DAY

Thursday 26 December 2013

POPULATION

Approximately 367,000 people.

SEASONS’ AVERAGE MINIMUM TO MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES* XX

Spring 6–19

Summer 12–27

Autumn 7–20

Winter 1–12

Monday to Thursday: 9.00am to 5.30pm

Friday (late night shopping): 9.00am to 9.00pm

Saturday: 9.00am to 5.00pm

Sunday: 10.00am to 4.00pm

Hours vary at smaller shopping centres, factory outlets and in the nearby city of Queanbeyan. 23

C A PAC I T Y TA B L E Page

# Accom # Meeting Theatre Banquet Cocktail Classroom U-shape Cabaret Rooms Rooms style

NAME

Phone

Abode Apartment Hotel - Gungahlin

1300 122 633

–

Abode Apartment Hotel - Tuggeranong 1300 122 633

–

105

–

Adina Apartment Hotel Canberra, James Court

02 6240 1234

110

ANU Commons Function Centre

02 6125 0228

110

–

200

500

300

100

ARIA Hotel

02 6279 7000

128

–

Australian Institute of Sport

02 6214 7137

261

1,200

2,500

5,200

–

Australian Leadership Innovation Centre/Yellow Edge

02 6175 7650

101

–

200

100

Australian National Botanic Gardens

02 6250 9540

–

100

–

Australian National University

02 6125 0435

101

–

350

600

500

100

–

Australian War Memorial

02 6248 8321

Belconnen Premier Inn

02 6253 3633

102

Boat House By The Lake

02 6273 5500

Burgmann College

02 6125 6087

Burns Club Canberra Airport

–

350

190

–

110

150

120

100

–

194

275

240

125

–

102

240

248

350

400

02 6296 2425

110

–

400

650

550

350

450

02 6275 2285

–

160

150

145

Canberra Business Event Centre

02 6207 7394

103

–

130

Canberra Centre - The Hub

02 6247 5611

–

Canberra Glassworks

02 6260 7005

–

150

–

Canberra Institute of Technology

02 6207 3196

103

–

260

240

140

100

120

Canberra Rex Hotel

02 6248 5311

157

350

500

180

–

280

Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden 02 6283 7200

–

750

1,000

300

600

Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club

02 6273 1784

–

120

150

100

Canberra Stadium

02 6256 6700

–

400

700

180

140

Capital Executive Apartment Hotel

02 6243 8333

140

Casino Canberra

02 6257 7074 37/110

–

300

250

200

150

Clifton Suites on Northbourne

02 6262 6266

153

120

100

Cliftons

02 6122 0968

110

–

100

Cockington Green Gardens

02 6230 2273

–

100

250

–

Country Comfort Hotel

02 6293 3666

104

100

150

130

100

Crowne Plaza Canberra

02 6247 8999

296

130

100

CSIRO Discovery

02 6246 4604

104

–

150

170

Diamant Hotel Canberra

02 6175 2222

105

100

200

–

East Hotel

02 6295 6925

140

100

Exhibition Park In Canberra (EPIC)

02 6241 3022

–

1,900

3,300

3,000

1,655

–

1,140

Federal Golf Club

02 6281 1888

–

180

200

–

140

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

02 6295 2119

111

112

Gold Creek Station

02 6227 6586

105

–

200

–

Hellenic Club Canberra

02 6162 6624

–

720

1,060

1,000

550

–

600

Hellenic Club in the City

02 6162 6707

–

200

Hotel Hotel

02 6287 6287

–

200

300

200

–

150

Hotel Realm

02 6163 1800

158

550

800

400

450

Hyatt Hotel Canberra

02 6270 1234

253

340

600

400

260

Ibis Style Hotel (All Seasons - Hotel Heritage)

02 6295 2944

208

200

300

250

100

Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia ACT

02 6122 6100

111

–

NAME

Phone

Page

King O'Malleys Irish Pub

02 6257 0111 37/111

Mantra on Northbourne

02 6243 2500

Manuka Oval

02 6239 4402

Master Builders Association ACT Mawson Club

# Accom # Meeting Theatre Banquet Cocktail Classroom U-shape Cabaret Rooms Rooms style

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150

–

175

100

150

–

240

300

150

190

02 6280 9119

–

02 6286 1600

106

–

180

Medina Serviced Apartments Canberra

02 6239 8100

111

Mercure Canberra

02 6243 0000

106

129

140

150

200

Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House

02 6273 4366

–

350

500

350

240

National Arboretum Canberra

02 6205 3571

45/58

–

500

–

National Convention Centre

02 6276 5200

–

1,500

2,000

2,460

1,000

1,200

National Film and Sound Archive

02 6248 2123

–

250

248

–

National Gallery of Australia

02 6240 6711

–

350

900

350

200

–

280

National Museum of Australia

02 6208 5006

60/63

–

300

500

400

–

National Portrait Gallery

02 6102 7010

–

250

500

250

National Zoo & Aquarium

02 6287 8423

43/64

–

100

180

–

Novotel Canberra

02 6245 5000

107

286

150

200

160

114

Palace Electric

1300 620 809

107

–

200

–

Parliament House

02 6277 5309

–

650

1,000

400

100

520

Pavilion on Northbourne

02 6247 6888

156

190

250

220

130

120

The Q - Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre

02 6285 0290

–

550

800

400

550

Quality Hotel Dickson

02 6247 4744

120

Quality Hotel Woden

02 6281 7733

320

400

350

250

Royal Australian Mint

02 6202 6999

–

Rydges Capital Hill

02 6295 3144

186

180

200

136

Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort

02 6241 6033

151

250

300

250

200

Rydges Lakeside Canberra

02 6247 6244

205

800

1,200

1,500

450

700

Scope Mount Stromlo

02 6162 2388

112

The Brassey of Canberra

02 6273 3766

The Deck at Regatta Point Artistic Culinaire

02 6230 7234

The Parklands Apartment Hotel

–

120

100

–

130

180

160

108

–

140

200

150

–

02 6262 7000

108

100

180

140

The Shine Dome

02 6201 9462

112

–

170

234

Thoroughbred Park

02 6204 0000

112

–

1,400

2,000

1,200

–

700

Tuggeranong and Bonython Function Centres

02 6293 6500

109

–

150

120

180

–

UC Events

02 6201 5058

100

120

600

180

120

University House

02 6125 5270

109

105

220

350

275

120

220

University of Canberra Village (Campus Summer Stays)

02 6206 3500

112

1,334

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REGIONAL PROPERTIES

Phone

Page

# Accom # Meeting Theatre Banquet Cocktail Classroom U-shape Cabaret Rooms Rooms style

Murramarang Beachfront Nature Resort 02 4478 6355

102

200

250

130

–

Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort

02 6451 3000

100

140

180

120

100

The Station - A Perisher Property

1300 369 909

240

375

650

500

–

325

Thredbo Alpine Hotel

02 6459 4200

125

250

300

250

150

250

1 Abode Apartment Hotel - Gungahlin 2 Abode Apartment Hotel - Tuggeranong 3 ANU Commons Function Centre 4 ARIA Hotel 5 Australian Institute of Sport 6 Australian Leadership Innovation Centre/ Yellow Edge 7 Australian National Botanic Gardens 8 Australian National University 9 Australian War Memorial 10 Belconnen Premier Inn 11 Boat House By The Lake 12 Burgmann College 13 Burns Club 14 Canberra Airport 15 Canberra Business Event Centre 16 Canberra Centre - The Hub 17 Canberra Glassworks 18 Canberra Institute of Technology 19 Canberra Rex Hotel 20 Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden 21 Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club 22 Canberra Stadium 23 Canberra's National Zoo & Aquarium 24 Capital Executive Apartment Hotel 25 Casino Canberra 26 Clifton Suites on Northbourne 27 Cliftons 28 Cockington Green Gardens 29 Country Comfort Greenway 30 Crowne Plaza Canberra 31 CSIRO Discovery 32 Diamant Hotel Canberra 33 East Hotel 34 Exhibition Park In Canberra EPIC 35 Federal Golf Club 36 Forrest Hotel and Apartments 37 Gold Creek Station 38 Hellenic Club Canberra 39 Hellenic Club in the City 40 Hotel Hotel 41 Hotel Realm 42 Hyatt Hotel Canberra 43 Ibis Style Hotel (All Seasons - Hotel Heritage) 44 Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia ACT

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45 King O'Malleys Irish Pub 46 Mantra on Northbourne 47 Manuka Oval 48 Master Builders Association ACT 49 Medina Classic Canberra 50 Medina Executive James Court 51 Mercure Canberra 52 Murramarang Beachfront Nature Resort 53 Museum of Australian Democracy at OldÂ Parliament House 54 National Arboretum Canberra 55 National Convention Centre 56 National Film and Sound Archive 57 National Gallery of Australia 58 National Museum of Australia 59 National Portrait Gallery 60 Novotel Canberra 61 Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort 62 Palace Electric 63 Parliament House 64 Pavilion on Northbourne 65 Q Performing Arts Centre 66 Quality Hotel Dickson 67 Quality Hotel Woden 68 Royal Australian Mint 69 Rydges Capital Hill 70 Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort 71 Rydges Lakeside Canberra 72 Scope Mount Stromlo 73 The Brassey of Canberra 74 The Deck at Regatta Point - Artistic Culinaire 75 The Mawson Club 76 The Parklands Apartment Hotel 77 The Shine Dome 78 The Station - A Perisher Property 79 Thoroughbred Park 80 Thredbo Alpine Hotel 81 Tuggeranong and Bonython FunctionÂ Centres 82 UC Events 83 University House 84 University of Canberra Village (Campus Summer Stays) 68

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E X PERIENCE CA NB ERRA A N D THE RE GION

EXPERIENCE CANBERR A AND THE REGION

The Parliamentary Triangle and the city viewed from Red Hill â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Heide Smith

PLANNING YOUR EVENT IN CANBERRA Centenary of Canberra

Cultural Diversity

Events Calendar

History of Canberra

National Arboretum Canberra

45/58

Snowy Mountains

South Coast

Things to do Eating Out 36 Theatre and Arts 38 Shopping 38 Wineries 40 Something Different 42 Feeling Energetic 42 ActewAGL 39 Australian Capital Tourism

Canberra Centre

Casino Canberra

CIM 43 King O'Malley's

National Zoo and Aquarium

REGIONAL VENUES

Murramarang Beachfront Nature Resort

Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa 49 The Station - A Perisher Property

Thredbo Alpine Hotel

C A N B E R R A C E N T E N A R Y 2 0 13 C A N B ER R A IS A VI B R A N T YO U N G CI T Y B R I M M I N G W I T H L I F E A N D E N T E R TA I N M E N T.

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SUMMER TOULOUSE LAUTREC: PARIS & THE MOULIN ROUGE

NATIONAL MOUNTAIN BIKE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Until 2 April | National Gallery of Australia

22–24 February | Stromlo Forest Park

Explore the dance halls, cafe-concerts, brothels and theatres through Lautrec’s insightful paintings, drawings, posters and prints which capture the essence of his Parisian characters and haunts.

Don’t miss the best across the four mountain biking disciplines: cross country, downhill, mountain cross and trials at this world-class event.

AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS 26 January | Commonwealth Park Come and celebrate what’s great about being an Aussie in the nation’s capital with an Aussie breakfast at Rond Terrace. Don’t miss the fireworks finale on Lake Burley Griffin.

ACTEWAGL ROYAL CANBERRA SHOW 22–24 February | Exhibition Park in Canberra, Mitchell Come along and be entertained, excited and educated by the hundreds of attractions at the Royal Canberra Show.

AUTUMN

NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA OPENING

KUNGKARANGKALPA: SEVEN SISTERS SONGLINE

2 February

1-2 March

It opens to celebrate the Centenary of Canberra and features different types of threatened and symbolic trees from around Australia and the world. The design 100 Forests 100 Gardens models its walkways and plantings on Walter Burley Griffin’s vision, running parallel to the water, and allowing long views to the lake and distant landscapes.

Celebrate the Centenary of Canberra at the premiere of this amazing performance.

CENTENARY OF CANBERRA FESTIVAL 2–18 March | Various venues

14–17 February | Royal Canberra Golf Club

Canberra turns 100 and you’re invited to the party! Events and activities celebrate Canberra, the city, the people and its culture. Highlights include top Australian entertainment and local performers, special children’s entertainment and local food and wine.

See many of the world’s top 50 women players compete in the picturesque Westbourne Woods (LPGA Tour status).

ENLIGHTEN: SEE CANBERRA IN A WHOLE NEW LIGHT

2013 ISPS HANDA WOMEN’S AUSTRALIAN OPEN

PRIME MINISTER’S XI 29 January | Manuka Oval Don’t miss the inaugural day-night match, when the Prime Minister’s XI, of talented young cricketers, takes on the West Indies under the new lights.

1–9 March | Various venues Canberra’s rich cultural attractions come alive with late night openings, spectacular architectural projections and a treasure trove of live events. Venture out into the lush parklands of the Parliamentary Triangle and you will discover a buzz of activity; live music, surprising performances, unexpected happenings and delicious food markets.

COMMONWEALTH BANK SERIES – ONE DAY INTERNATIONAL DAY-NIGHT

CANBERRA BALLOON SPECTACULAR

6 February

9–17 March | Old Parliament House lawns, Parkes

See some of the world’s best cricketers in action at this exciting cricket match against the West Indies when Australia plays in Canberra for the first time.

See a stunning array of hot air balloons inflate at dawn and slowly drift over Canberra’s iconic national attractions. Catch the action on the ground with live music and a delicious variety of hot breakfast options.

NATIONAL MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL 8–10 February | Various venues Experience the world as Canberra’s multicultural communities showcase their cultures through food and performance.

MOVIE EXTRA TROPFEST 19 February | Stage 88, Commonwealth Park Grab a picnic rug and watch live via satellite the finalist films in this annual short film festival.

BLACK OPAL STAKES DAY 10 March | Thoroughbred Park Enjoy a family day of fun, excitement and colour at the horse races. Myer Fashions on the Field will be hotly contested.

MONT 24 HOUR MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE 23 March | East Kowen Forest Ride the kow in Australia’s most popular 24-hour bike race over new and expanded mountain bike trails.

NATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

SPRING

28 March – 1 April | Exhibition Park in Canberra, Mitchell

FLORIADE

Come and see a cultural celebration of traditional and contemporary music, dance, poetry and storytelling staged across the Easter break.

14 September – 13 October | Commonwealth Park, Parkes

CANBERRA DISTRICT WINE HARVEST FESTIVAL 14–15 April | Various venues Celebrate autumn in the vineyards, a beautiful time of year, when grapes are harvested and turned into wine. Visit the wineries to see the vineyards at their best, meet the winemaker and enjoy special activities.

ANZAC DAY AT THE AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL 25 April | Australian War Memorial Take part during the national Anzac Day ceremony, commemorating the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.

CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 11–20 May | Various venues Come during our glorious autumn to share the experience of compelling music making. Listen to brilliant international and Australian artists in venues such as embassies, national attractions and churches.

WINTER CAPITAL COUNTRY TRUFFLE FESTIVAL Late June to early August | Various venues Indulge in a ‘taste of mid-winter magic’ at this festival showcasing the black truffles harvested in the Capital Region. Take part in truffle dinners, tastings, cooking demonstrations, truffle hunts and more.

BRITISH AND IRISH LIONS VS BRUMBIES RUGBY UNION 8 June | Canberra Stadium Don’t miss this match with the Brumbies competing against the British and Irish Lions, the best international players from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Floriade, Australia’s celebration of spring, transforms Canberra’s Commonwealth Park into a tapestry of colour every year. Over a million colourful bulbs and annuals bloom on cue, creating a vibrant display unrivalled by any other event of its kind. Enjoy lively entertainment, children’s activities, food, craft and much more.

FLORIADE NIGHTFEST 25–29 September | Commonwealth Park, Parkes Experience Floriade as it comes magically to life at night with spectacular lighting, live entertainment, bustling night markets and illuminated flower beds. See breathtaking views from the giant ferris wheel. Enjoy a drink from the night bars or grab a bite to eat.

CANBERRA NARA CANDLE FESTIVAL 26 October | Canberra Nara Peace Park See a spectacular display of candles and lanterns in the beautifully landscaped gardens at sunset, and enjoy a cultural exchange with Japanese entertainment, activities and food.

WINE, ROSES AND ALL THAT JAZZ 2–3 November | Various venues Celebrate the art of the grape by visiting capital region wineries. Sample award-winning reds and whites, indulge in gourmet food, relax to live music in the vineyards, take a wine tour and meet Canberra’s passionate vignerons.

REMEMBRANCE DAY AT THE AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL 11 November | Australian War Memorial Share a minute’s silence at 11.00am to remember the sacrifice of those men and women who have died or suffered in wars and conflicts and all those who have served during the past 100 years.

CANBERRA CUP November | Thoroughbred Park Enjoy the atmosphere and fashion on and off the field at the annual Canberra Cup.

FIRESIDE FESTIVAL

SUMMER

Weekends in August | Various venues

IRONMAN 70.3 CANBERRA (TRIATHLON)

Firesides, flavours and friends mean plenty of fireside activities. Distinctive venues will create a warming and memorable experience offering authentic cool climate wines matched with gourmet, seasonally inspired contemporary food, music and entertainment.

15 December | Various venues

2012 AUSTRALIAN OPEN SQUASH CHAMPIONSHIPS

31 December | City CBD

12–18 August | Various venues Be part of a ‘Festival of Squash’ at Australia’s peak tournament, featuring some of the world’s best players on innovative all‑glass courts.

Test your fitness in this major category 1 round of the Australian Triathlon calendar around scenic and iconic Lake Burley Griffin.

NEW YEAR’S IN THE CITY Welcome in 2014 with a giant street party in the heart of the city. See fireworks over City Hill at 9.00pm and midnight. Enjoy live, family-friendly entertainment in Civic Square or dance the night away at a dance party in Garema Place. Alcohol-free events.

For more information on events and exhibitions in Canberra, phone the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre on 1300 554 114 or go to visitcanberra.com.au

THIN GS TO D O

The capital comes of age. Canberra is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city which blends the bustle with the bush. With a population of more than 350,000 and its 100th birthday in 2013, this lively city is about to burst with things to see and do. One of the unique attributes of Canberra is its offerings for people of all ages and persuasions. From bushwalking and cycling, hot air ballooning, art, antiques and beautiful vistas to world-class restaurants, pumping clubs and pubs, music, theatre and excellent shopping. Canberra is a city of four distinct seasons with a lifestyle that matches. Plenty to do indoors when it’s cold and even more to do outside when the sun is beaming, flowers and gardens in the springtime and a kaleidoscope of trees in the autumn. One thing’s for sure, you won’t be able to fit it all in.

EATING OUT

Canberra’s dining scene has matured in recent years and offers a wide range of cuisines and atmospheres to suit any occasion. Many of Canberra’s restaurants and eateries are celebrating the city’s centenary in 2013 with special events and extended opening hours. Canberra city dishes up a fantastic range of restaurants and cafés. Food styles from every corner of the globe are available in Canberra’s compact city centre. Serving delicious, east-meets-west Chinese cuisine for more than 20 years, the Chairman and Yip restaurant is still a favourite in the capital. Likewise, Sammy’s Kitchen is a busy Asian restaurant with fast service and a great place to get the night rolling. For an Italian fine dining experience try Italian and Sons or Mezzalira where meals surprise with clever flavour combinations and the pasta melts in your mouth.

Showing that Australia has its own style are restaurants like Courgette, Milk and Honey or Sabayon. These tasty treats present the best of modern Australian cuisine. Other modern eateries include the chic and stylish Cream, and Tongue & Groove. King O’Malley’s is a traditional Irish pub in the city and to celebrate Canberra’s centenary King O’Malley’s will be open later every night in 2013, with more food, music and special events to follow centenary celebrations. Muddle Bar and Thirst Wine Bar are stylish bars that also offer great modern Mediterranean and Thai food respectively. MMMMMM CHOCOLATE

North Quarter’s Koko Black in the city has a seasonal menu of Belgian chocolate treats while Bruno’s Truffles in Mawson offers more than 50 varieties of handmade chocolates. Lindsay and Edmunds are local chocolatiers with a difference – they are certified organic and certified fair-trade and committed to sourcing only the finest quality organic ingredients.

Canberra’s favourite, King O’Malley’s, is where the locals come to meet and relax over a pint of ale and a delicious meal. The Australian Hotels Association has again awarded King O’Malley’s the ‘Best Live Entertainment Venue’ in the Capital. OPen Address PhOne Web

KING O’MALLEY’S Pub of the Centenery

1913–2013

Private Nightclub Event

r u o Y r o F

A function held at Casino Canberra can turn into a great party with our private nightclub facility. Full disco lighting, state of the art sound system and you get to pick the music from our in-house DJ. Perfect for welcome cocktails or a finale to your event. For groups up to 350.

Call our Functions Manager on

02 6257 7074

www.casinocanberra.com.au

11am–late daily 131 City Walk, Canberra City 02 6257 0111 kingomalleys.com.au

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THEATRE AND ARTS

There is a rich and engaging arts scene in Canberra. From large-scale concerts and performances at the Australian Institute of Sport, Royal Theatre, Street Theatre, Q Performing Arts Centre, Erindale Theatre, Canberra Theatre and Playhouse, to the many smaller venues scattered throughout the city and suburbs, you’ll find theatre, comedy, music and more all throughout the year. As part of the Centenary of Canberra celebrations, the Playhouse will be hosting performances of 'The Secret River' (14 – 17 February). The play by Kate Grenville and adapted for the stage by Andrew Bovell is an epic production that has been produced with the assistance of the Centenary of Canberra. Following 'The Secret River' at the Playhouse is 'Thursday' (20 – 23 March) by Bryony Lavery – a modern story about what it is to be human following the 2005 London bombings. The Gallery of Australian Design on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin will be celebrating the centenary with a range of special events including 'Capithetical' (6 March – 11 May) where designers

from around the world are competing to design a hypothetical capital city for the 21st century. This complements the 'Dream of a Century: The Griffins in Australia’s Capital' (8 March – 9 June) exhibition at the National Archives which brings to light many of the materials from Canberra’s actual design competition and process. The Canberra Glassworks is a living, breathing artist’s space where visitors can watch glass artists at work. In 2013 the Glassworks are exhibiting '100 Days of Glass' (27 March – 9 May) where 10 artists each explore a decade of glass in art, design, architecture, science, technology and more. POP TO THE SHOPS

Canberra’s shopping experience has grown to rival the shopping precincts of Australia’s major metro centres. The city boasts small, boutique village retailers to great designer labels. Fashion is king (or queen) at Canberra Centre. With a huge range of designer stores including David Lawrence, sass & bide, Veronika Maine, Bugatti and Hugo Boss, as well as favourite brands such as Witchery,

SABA, French Connection, Myer, and David Jones to name a few, you can splurge or find that little something special. But there’s more to shopping than large shopping centres and malls. Canberra city has interesting boutiques, street fashion, alternative music stores, designer shoes and antique books hidden away in walkways and street stores. Nearby Braddon offers original designers, stylish Australian fashions and handcrafted gifts and homeware amongst its numerous outdoor retailers, restaurants, cafés and salons. A quick trip from the city takes you to the boutique shopping district of Manuka and Kingston. Housed in 1920s arcades you can browse Australian and international labels, gourmet food and wine, exquisite antiques, specialty homewares and fine jewellery amongst the tree and cafe-lined streets.

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CANBERRA’S COOL-CLIMATE WINES

140 vineyards and 33 outstanding wineries, countless awards all within 35 minutes of Canberra… it’s easy to see why the Capital has developed a reputation for its wine. With a winemaking history that predates the city, Canberra is making its mark in the world of cool-climate wines. Canberra’s small and intimate wineries are producing award-winning wines with distinction and many of the wineries offer tastings served by the winemaker with the opportunity to learn first-hand the passion and expertise required to create authentic, hand-crafted cool-climate wines. The district’s vineyards cover a large altitudinal range of 300 to 800 metres and also a great range in temperature, vineyard elevations and soil types. This, combined with the careful influence of the winemaker’s skill and individual character, help to shape the refined, unique qualities of the final product.

Canberra’s winemakers will contribute to Canberra’s birthday celebrations by offering the 'Centenary of Canberra Wines' selection. The labels in the selection include a 2008 Shiraz and Riesling, varieties synonymous with the region. In 2011 a centenary sparkling wine was added to the collection.

DIVERSITY OF STYLES

VIOGNIER, SHIRAZ AND RIESLING

Try Mount Majura Vineyard’s Tempranillo and Graciano, Pialligo Estate’s Sangiovese, and Greystones Wines’ PinkIce, a vibrant dessert style ice wine made from Shiraz.

The Canberra District is renowned for producing outstanding examples of Viognier, Shiraz and Riesling with distinctive, unique characteristics due to the climate. Viognier is well suited to blending with other varieties to create styles such as Shiraz Viognier. The famous Clonakilla Shiraz Viognier is a true icon of the District, receiving countless rave reviews across a series of flawless vintages. Clonakilla’s 2008 Shiraz Viognier is one of only 15 wines in Australia to get 97 points in James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion 2010 edition and this winery has continued to produce exceptional, award-winning wine.

Canberra District winemakers have refined their own varieties. But aside from the usual styles you would expect from a premium wine growing region, several winemakers are delivering quality specialist wine varieties.

Lark Hill has also planted one of the rarest varieties to be grown in Australia, the Austrian grape Gruner Veltliner. Lerida Estate is a Halliday 5-star winery located on the Federal Highway at Lake George. The vineyard overlooks the lake, the winery is a stylish Glenn Murcutt design, and the wines are exceptional. Expect a very friendly welcome.

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Inspire your delegates with a visit to the National Gallery of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 11 galleries or see the national capital from a new perspective with a hot air balloon ride over the city. Get up close and personal with a cheetah at the National Zoo & Aquarium or meet one of our many local winemakers at their cellar door to sample the fruits of their labour. For more information about whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on in Canberra go to visitcanberra.com.au or call 1300 554 114.

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SOMETHING DIFFERENT

COCKINGTON GREEN GARDENS

NATIONAL ZOO & AQUARIUM

Gold Creek Road, Nicholls

Lady Denman Drive, Yarralumla Located just five minutes from the city, the National Zoo and Aquarium offers visitors a 'touching experience' – literally. Special behind-the-scenes tours include such experiences as hand-feeding a bear, having morning tea with a cougar, meeting a cheetah, patting a shark or handling a snake. With a wide variety of both native and exotic animals, as well as the largest saltwater tank in Australia, there’s something for everyone. AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS

The Botanic Gardens maintains a scientific collection of native plants from all parts of Australia. The gardens are a beautiful and peaceful place to explore where you can forget you are just 2kms from the city centre. As part of the 2013 Canberra centenary celebrations, the Gardens will be hosting the Summer Sounds Centenary Concert Series with live music and dancing amongst the gardens’ native landscape. A perfect opportunity for a picnic or get together.

It’s the little things that count! Ride the mini steam train around this delightful miniature village and tower over tiny versions of famous buildings from around the world. The gardens are always changing, so even if you’ve been before, there’s almost certainly something new to see. Enjoy a barbecue, picnic lunch or meal at the Parsons Nose Garden Cafe. HOT AIR BALLOONING

Rise early, rug up and take off in a hot air balloon with Dawn Drifters. Drift peacefully over picturesque Lake Burley Griffin, and get a unique view of Canberra’s major attractions. Canberra is also one of the only places in the world where you can get the chance to fly directly over a Parliament House. CANBERRA DEEP SPACE TRACKING STATION

Tidbinbilla Opened on 13 April, 1973, the Big Dish has played an important role in our understanding of the universe. It has communicated with astronauts as they

walked on the moon and continues to receive signals from interplanetary spacecraft hundreds of millions of kilometres away. The visitor centre offers a fascinating look at space and Australia’s role in international space programs. As Canberra celebrates its centenary in 2013, Deep Space Station 43 marks its 40th year of exploring the solar system and will be celebrating in style. FEELING ENERGETIC?

After enjoying the gourmet delights and attractions that Canberra has to offer, you may feel like stretching the body a bit. Get the heart rate up by taking advantage of Canberra’s open spaces and excellent facilities. CYCLING

Canberra is fast becoming known as the cycling capital of Australia with two major cycling events being held in Canberra each year. There is an extensive network of excellent shared paths, footpaths and on-road cycling lanes throughout all areas of Canberra.

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GOLF

BIG FOOT ADVENTURES

WALKING

Canberra offers first-class golf courses, driving ranges and pitch and putt, with beautiful views of the surrounding bushland, challenging play and competitive rates. Whether you have a single-figure handicap, or you’re just a social player, there are many fantastic golf courses where you can enjoy a round or two.

Want to take a walk, ride a bike, stretch your legs or get some exercise with a little adventure thrown into the mix? Big Foot Adventures offers guided walking, hiking, cycling and mountain bike tours for groups in and around Canberra.

Canberra has a great network of walking paths and tracks. Walk around Lake Burley Griffin and see some of the national attractions up close. Explore the trails on Black Mountain and Mt Ainslie for brilliant views of the city and the nearby Brindabellas. See kangaroos early in the morning or at dusk. Head further afield and experience the natural bushland. Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and Namadgi National Park accommodate leisurely strolls and serious bushwalks.

SEGWAY

Receive the total Segway Experience by joining an 'effortless glide' around Lake Burley Griffin and areas of the parliamentary zone. Enjoy a fun way of discovering the lakes’ foreshore, famous landmarks and nearby iconic buildings, allowing amazing photo opportunities. ADVENTURE SPORTS

For adrenaline pumping fun ask the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre staff for information on paragliding, skydiving, windsurfing, abseiling, caving, canyoning, mountain biking, go-karting and more.

The most popular tour is a two-hour guided bike ride at night around Lake Burley Griffin. Michael Milton leads these groups and he knows a bit about adventure. He’s a six-time Paralympian and two-time cancer survivor who has walked Kokoda twice and climbed Mt Kilimanjaro. He also holds the Australian speed skiing record at a staggering 213.65km/hr. Big Foot Adventures tailors tours to suit groups of any size and all fitness levels.

N AT I O N A L A R B O R E T U M

National Arboretum

The National Arboretum is Canberra’s newest attraction, entertainment facility and events venue. As the centrepiece of Canberra’s Centenary celebrations, the National Arboretum will be officially opened on 1 February 2013. The Arboretum was part of Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin’s vision for a garden city. It is host to 250 hectares of forests with panoramic views over the capital’s Parliamentary Triangle and Lake Burley Griffin. 100 Forests 100 Gardens was the winning design concept created by Taylor Cullity Lethlean Landscape Architects and Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects, featuring forests of Australian natives and rare, endangered and remarkable tree species from around the globe. This living, botanical museum of trees will serve a major role in research, teaching and recreation. The Arboretum is located just six kilometres from the centre of Canberra and stands proudly as a major tourist

destination alongside Canberra’s other national institutions. It is also one of the few Arboretums in the world offering a unique visitor experience and five star facilities for gala dinners, weddings and corporate events. At the heart of the Arboretum is the Village centre, featuring a soaring high ceiling, natural light and windows with spectacular views over the rising green forests and Canberra’s many natural attractions. Located at the northern end of the Events Terrace, the Village Centre provides an elegant and spacious venue for cocktail receptions, dinners, functions and ceremonies. For a more intimate event, the magnificent Pavilion is ideal. It is located at the south‑western end of the Events Terrace and offers commanding views over the central valley. It is a unique backdrop for wedding ceremonies, cocktail functions and dinners.

outdoor festivals, performances and concerts for up to 4000 people. The Arboretum provides a wide range of activities for the Canberra community and many visitors to the national capital. Cycling trails, equestrian trails, a children’s play-space and barbecue facility also add to the visitor experience. A network of interpretive walking trails allows visitors to engage in self-directed learning and discovery while interactive displays provide information about the Arboretum forests, gardens and wildlife. Download the Arboretum app or hire a sound pen for an interactive self-guided walk through the forests. For those visitors who would like a more hands-on education experience, guided tours operate daily and can be included in an events package. For an event with a difference, the National Arboretum Canberra is a beautiful and stylish new venue with a difference.

The National Arboretum Canberra offers outdoor conference and entertainment facilities. The amphitheatre is an architecturally landscaped arena for

HISTORY OF C AN BERR A

CANBERRA IS A YOUNG CITY WITH AN ANCIENT PAST STEEPED IN CULTURE

Blundells Cottage – Heide Smith

As Canberra approaches its centenary as a city, we are reminded of its ancient history, dating back some 25,000 years. The Ngunnawal people are the region’s traditional owners and were its first inhabitants. Centuries before Canberra became the seat of the Federal Parliament, the area was known as a meeting place for large gatherings of indigenous peoples. The areas we now know as Yarramundi Reach, Black Mountain and Pialligo are thought to have been congregation points for tribes coming together before heading to the nearby mountains. European explorers and squatters first came to the area in the 1820s. A booming 19th century wool industry prompted the opening of the region’s first stock station in what is now the centre of Canberra city. At Federation in 1901, the new nation needed a capital, and a fierce battle of words ensued over its location. In 1908, after many inter-city debates and arguments, the Yass-Canberra district was selected.

In 1911, the task of designing the nation’s new capital was charged to an international competition and the winning entry was that of Walter Burley Griffin (and Marion Mahoney Griffin) of Chicago, USA. Speaking of his plan, Burley Griffin famously stated, 'I have planned a city that is not like any other in the world. I have planned it not in a way that I expected any government authorities in the world would accept. I have planned an ideal city – a city that meets my ideal of the city of the future.' The signature to his distinctive design is the lake which runs through the centre of Canberra – and now bears his name – Lake Burley Griffin. On 12 March 1913, at the ‘Foundation Stones’ ceremony on Capital Hill, the Governor-General’s wife, Lady Denman, announced the name of this new city as Canberra. The name is believed to have derived from the Ngunnawal people’s word for ‘meeting place’, which was pronounced as ‘Canberry’ or ‘Kamberry’. Some say that it was Lady Denman’s unusual pronunciation of Can-BRA (rather than Can-BERRA) that instigated the way the name is pronounced today.

Early city design

'Here a city may arise where those responsible for the government of this country in the future may seek and find inspiration in its noble buildings, its broad avenues, its shaded parks and sheltered gardens – a city bearing perhaps some resemblance to the city beautiful of our dreams' – Sir Thomas Denman, Governor‑General, 12 March 1913.

1927 marked the opening of Australian’s first national Parliament House as well as The Lodge and Government House. Two world wars and the great depression diminished Canberra’s development between the 1920s and 1950s. Following this time, the new capital began to boom once more. In 1980, the first sod was turned for a new Parliament House and in 1988, Queen Elizabeth II officially opened it. As Canberra turns 100 in 2013, this young, remarkable city with a past as ancient as any civilisation, continues to mature and find its place as one of the great capitals of the world.

CU LT U R A L D I V E RS I T Y

Evert Ploeg‘s Deborah Mailman, National Portrait Gallery

Parliament House

Experience the culture of the capital. Australia’s capital has a unique and diverse multicultural heritage. The traditional custodians of the land are the indigenous Ngunnawal people. Their culture, both old and new, is celebrated frequently in the city and at ancient sites throughout the region – especially in Canberra’s numerous national parks and reserves. Today, as the seat of Australia’s parliament, Canberra is home to over 90 foreign missions, including embassies and consulates. It is also home to Australia’s most internationally acclaimed university, the Australian National University. These features bring an array of linguistically and culturally diverse people to the area, making it a multicultural epicentre of Australia. Canberra’s rich multiculturalism is celebrated annually with the National Multicultural Festival each February. The festival celebrates all things multicultural, bringing together thousands of performers, artists, chefs and other contributors for 3 days of colourful, magical and tasty festivities.

The capital proudly exhibits some of Australia’s greatest creative works and sporting accomplishments. The National Gallery of Australia and the National Museum of Australia bring together collections of Australian and international art and culture and frequently host collections from international artists and exhibitors. The Australian Institute of Sport is home to many of Australia’s talented sportspeople and celebrates the achievements of Australia’s indigenous sportspeople. Dig a little deeper and you will find a collection of smaller venues too, including workshops, bars, libraries, cafés and galleries. These venues give local artists and musicians the chance to showcase their work and develop their artistic trade. Tap into Canberra’s remarkable and lively cultural scene and enrich your conference or event.

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CANBERRA — A TRADITIONAL MEETING PLACE

For over 20,000 years, the Ngunnawal Aboriginal people made the Canberra region their home. Nomadic by necessity, the seasonal abundance of foods lead to large gatherings of people. In the Ngunnawal language, ‘Canberra’ means ‘meeting place’. As people from other tribes travelled into the territory, they offered gifts as a symbol of respect and acknowledgement of the territory and tribe they were visiting. In return, they were invited to stay and leave their footprint on the country of the Ngunnawal. AN INVITATION FROM THE NGUNNAWAL PEOPLE

'On behalf of the Ngunnawal people, I would like to invite visitors to meet on this sacred land, and I wish your time here to be a peaceful exchange of ideas that is both productive and fulfilling.'

S N OW Y M O U N TA I N S Seeing Australia from the very top From its glorious ski fields, unique vegetation and wildlife to glacial lakes, historic caves, fishing and of course Australia’s highest peak, Mount Kosciuszko truly is a high‑altitude paradise. You don’t have to travel very far from Canberra to discover the majestic and picturesque Snowy Mountains. Just two hours by road takes you to the glorious scenery that has inspired countless poems and stories. The wild alpine and sub‑alpine wilderness, the lakes and rivers, the ski‑fields and the forests are just the beginning of this amazing mountain range. One and two-day guided treks are available to take in some of the spectacular scenery via Multi Peaks Glacial Lakes, the Blue Lake and the climb up Mount Kosciuszko itself.

There are also stone bridge tours, 4WD off-road and quad biking adventures, cave exploring, Segway tours, skiing, tobogganing, spectacular views, the Snowy Hydro, chairlifts, Skitube, Discovery and Eco tours plus so much more. But adventure doesn’t have to be energetic. There’s ample opportunity for relaxation by taking advantage of the excellent trout fishing at Blowering Dam and Lakes Jindabyne, Eucumbene and Talbingo where a guide can show you the best spots – or see why the legend of 'The Man from Snowy River' lives on to this day by enjoying a gentle horseback ride through the mountainous fields. Accommodation options range from camping to resorts – but wherever you go, you’ll be amongst some of the best scenery in the country. The Snowies are an easy daytrip from Canberra or a fabulous short break destination. It has to be seen to be believed.

AND DOWN BY KOSCIUSKO, WHERE THE PINE‑CLAD RIDGES RAISE THEIR TORN AND RUGGED BATTLEMENTS ON HIGH, WHERE THE AIR IS CLEAR AS CRYSTAL, AND THE WHITE STARS FAIRLY BLAZE AT MIDNIGHT IN THE COLD AND FROSTY SKY, AND WHERE AROUND THE OVERFLOW THE REED BEDS SWEEP AND SWAY TO THE BREEZES, AND THE ROLLING PLAINS ARE WIDE, THE MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER IS A HOUSEHOLD WORD TODAY, AND THE STOCKMEN TELL THE STORY OF HIS RIDE.

from The Man from Snowy River, AB 'Banjo' Paterson

THREDBO ALPINE HOTEL Thredbo is an ideal destination to be considered for your next regional conference or group event and is situated in the Kosciuszko National Park. Thredbo Alpine Hotel offers 4 star hotel accommodation as well as a dedicated and versatile conference venue that caters for groups up to 250 guests.

N OVOTEL L AKE CR AKEN BACK RESO RT & SPA LOCATION

To higher places Embrace the space Let your mind wander and lead your team to higher places It’s time for a breath of fresh air Located on 150 acres in heart of the Thredbo Valley in the Snowy Mountains, an easy two hour drive south of Canberra. VENUE

1650 Alpine Way, Crackenback NSW 2627 02 6451 3000 fax 02 6456 1008 email corporateretreats@lakecrackenback.com.au web www.lakecrackenback.com.au address phone

Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa is the perfect venue for your next conference, offering high standards of accommodation and facilities, flexible and professional staff to take care of your every need, free use of resort activities and tailor made group activities in some of the most beautiful and adventurous country side in Australia. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X

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4.5 star Lake View Apartments & Mountain View Chalets ranging from single share up to six share Two dedicated conference rooms Choice of two restaurants Luxurious Day Spa with five treatment rooms 15 complimentary resort activities (including; golf, archery, stand up paddle boards, canoes, tennis, fitness track, walking trails, trampolines and more) Guided activities & tours (including customised teambuilding) Complimentary fitness centre (pool, gym, sauna) Complimentary shuttle bus to the ski tube (Winter only)

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY ROOM NAME

THEATRE

CLASS ROOM

U-SHAPE

COCKTAIL

BOARDROOM

BANQUET

Alpine Room

125

Brumby Room

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Cuisine Restaurant & Bar

120

180

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140

Mountain View Chalets

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TH E STATI O N – A PERISH ER PRO PERT Y LOCATION

Nestled in the heart of Australia’s high country in the foothills of the spectacular Snowy Mountains, The Station is a quick alpine breath away from the beautiful Lake Jindabyne and the magnificent Kosciusko National Park, with some of Australia’s finest attractions at its door it is the perfect venue for any conference, meeting or event. VENUE

The Station offers a large and unique facility just far enough away from the usual urban distractions. 8228 Snowy River Way, Jindabyne NSW 2627 02 6451 4800 toll free 1300 369 909 email functions@perisher.com.au web www.perisher.com.au/the-station address phone

Set on 88 hectares of landscaped grounds, it offers five separate function rooms with a capacity for over 1000 delegates. With two restaurants, two bars and a manicured sporting field all on site, The Station has the versatility to also host a variety of themed events, from trade shows and sporting events, to parties and private gatherings. ACCOMMODATION

With a total of 240 rooms, The Station has the ability to accommodate up to 1200 delegates within the grounds. A combination of self -contained apartments and spacious motel rooms will suit every event. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X X X

Situated on 88 hectares of landscaped grounds Ability to have the entire venue exclusively Five separate function and break out rooms for up 1000 delegates A multitude of configurations for every occasion Two onsite restaurants and bars Accommodation for up to 1200 delegates

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

COCKTAIL

BANQUET

CABARET

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Stockwhip Bistro

650

500

675

375

325

648.5

4.6

Stockwhip Chargrill

150

100

175

120

238.3

2.6

Sundowners Dance Hall

300

200

300

225

200

332

4.6

Lawson’s Lounge

120

150

110

120

207

2.6

Happy Jack’s Tavern

150

100

300

130

357

4.6

Banjo Paterson Room

–

2.37

Please note that Bistro/Chargrill/Dance Hall and Lawsons can be combined to create larger spaces if required

THE SOUTH COAST Lose the city, explore the ocean

the restored lighthouse keeper’s cottage of Montague Island you just might see seals, penguins or even whales.

Unspoilt beaches, waterfront pubs, fresh seafood, exotic animals, ocean cruises and more are all just down the road.

The South Coast is the perfect getaway destination. It offers the full gamut of accommodation options from camping and caravans, to hotels and motels, apartments and stunning resorts where it simply doesn’t feel like work. The only problem is, you may be so relaxed that you never feel like working again…

Stretching from Wollongong to Victoria, the NSW South Coast is 400km of paradise. Following the breathtaking drive down the Clyde Mountain, and just two hours from Canberra, you’ll catch your first glimpse of the pristine azure waters of Bateman’s Bay. With much of the coastline around Bateman’s Bay declared a marine park, you need go no further, however, if you continue to head south you’ll find towns and villages surrounded by bushland and deserted beaches dotted along the Princes Highway. You can be as busy as you want to be on the South Coast. Fill up your itinerary with attractions like, the Mogo Zoo, snorkelling, fishing or kayaking, or just find a shady spot and enjoy all the tranquillity nature can throw at you. You can see what the gold rush was really like, or if you stay overnight at

But who wants to relax when you can venture out onto a river or ocean cruise, or charter a fishing boat from the stunning Merimbula Marina, or kayak down some of Australia’s cleanest waterways while the kangaroos watch on from the river banks? Speaking of kangaroos, Kangaroo Valley safaris offer guided bushwalking, canoeing or bicycle tours which can be followed by a quick nine holes or lawn bowls at the always green Coolangatta Estate. Whether you’re an adventure lover, nature lover or fun lover, you’ll love an escape to the NSW South Coast.

THREDBO ALPINE MU RR A M AR AN G HOTEL BE ACH FRO NT NATU RE RESO RT address Mill Beach, Banyandah Street South Durras NSW 2536 phone 1300 767 255 fax 02 4478 6230 web www.murramarangresort.com.au email events@murramarangresort.com.au

An environmentally friendly venue and ecosensitive business, Murramarang Resort is an easy 2 hour drive from Canberra. It is nestled in Murramarang National Park, on Mill Beach, overlooking the pristine waters of Beagle Bay. The natural surrounds will leave your group feeling refreshed and inspired, making it the perfect retreat for up to 250 delegates.

NATIONA L AT TRA CT I ON S

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NATIONAL ATTRACTIONS NATIONAL TREASURES

Australian Institute Of Sport

Australian National Botanic Gardens

Australian War Memorial

Canberra Glassworks

Canberra Museum and Gallery

Cockington Green Gardens

Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House National Arboretum Canberra National Film and Sound Archive National Gallery of Australia National Museum of Australia National Portrait Gallery National Zoo & Aquarium

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Questacon - National Science & Technology Centre

Royal Australian Mint

Telstra Tower Executive Briefing Centre

N AT I O N A L T R E A S U R ES

The National Carillon

Australia is a young country, yet the nation’s bold outlook and inspirational achievements, despite its youth, make its story all the more captivating. Canberra is home to many of Australia’s national treasures, each sharing its part of the national story. From rural properties to bustling cities, Australia has found its place in the world as an enthusiastic and impressive country conscious of its past and ready for the future. Displaying thousands of objects throughout its countless halls and galleries is the National Museum of Australia (NMA). As you walk through the modern building’s grand entrance hall you are met with an eclectic collection of unusual, yet familiar,

objects. There are ancient indigenous artefacts, early settlement relics, Phar Lap’s heart, the Wiggles’ colourful skivvies, Hills Hoist clotheslines, Holden prototypes and even the prospect of a future Australian city on display. The National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA) is all about history too, but offers a different approach. Capturing Australia’s past and present through audio-visual media, the NFSA preserves footage and sound recordings from the first Australian film images to modern Australian music, TV and movies. The archive houses an enthralling collection of recordings depicting people and places, native languages and soundscapes long gone. Staffed by passionate film buffs, archivists, historians and curators, consider including a key note speech from one of the NFSA experts at your business event. Australia’s political landscape and politicians have always comprised interesting characters and stories. The Museum of Australian Democracy, located in the historic Old Parliament

House, shares the fascinating history of our distinctive democracy through permanent and temporary exhibitions. You can step into the Prime Minister’s office, sit in the upper and lower house, or simply wander the halls soaking in the stories and secrets of one of Australia’s most loved buildings. Throughout Canberra’s national treasures you will see extraordinary pieces of Australian and international artworks, but the collections at the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) and National Portrait Gallery (NPG) are simply stunning. The NGA is home to over 12,000 works of art from all over the world while the NPG holds an impressive collection of portraiture of influential Australians. Winning the Sir Zelman Cowan Award for Public Architecture award in October 2009, the NPG has quickly developed a reputation as an outstanding public gallery on an international scale. Imagine holding your conference amongst images of Australia’s most outstanding individuals with a keynote speech from the Federal Minister for the Arts.

N AT I O N A L T R E A S U R ES

THE AUSTRALIAN STORY IS STILL UNFOLDING AND CANBERRA’S NATIONAL TREASURES CAPTURE THE HIGHS AND LOWS OF OUR JOURNEY SO WE CAN REMEMBER HOW WE ARRIVED HERE AND ENSURE OUR PAST IS NEVER FORGOTTEN

National Portrait Gallery – Heide Smith

Unfortunately, the Australian story includes involvement in many wars. However, the Australian spirit in fighting those wars is captured in the beautiful and moving Australian War Memorial. The striking and inspirational art deco building commemorates the service and sacrifice of Australians at war. The Roll of Honour records the names of more than 102,000 Australians who have died in war while the exhibition spaces display the stories of Australians in war. There is no other place like the Australian War Memorial and it’s a thought-provoking venue to visit, or hold an unforgettable conference or event. While recording Australia’s history is important, it is not the only role of our national treasures. Many of the institutions have active roles in Australia’s day-today operations. With the capacity to produce 2 million coins per day – and more than 14 billion already in circulation, the Royal Australian Mint is as impressive as it is important. Likewise, Questacon, teaches science through brilliant and interactive demonstrations and displays

National Museum of Australia

while the National Archives of Australia is world‑renowned for its preservation of physical and digital documentation. One of Canberra’s oldest buildings, the renovated Kingston Powerhouse, is home to the Canberra Glassworks. As the only cultural centre solely dedicated to contemporary glass art, it gives an insight to Canberra’s living, breathing art scene. From one of Canberra’s oldest buildings to the newest addition to Canberra’s national treasures, the National Arboretum is set to open in 2013 as part of Canberra’s centenary celebrations. As well as 100 monoculture forests of rare and symbolic trees, the arboretum will also include a 5-star eco-hotel and function centre and other public facilities.

watch today’s and tomorrow’s sporting heroes prepare for their next challenge. The Australian story conjures images of extremes. Our remarkable country is home to ancient indigenous cultures and state of the art research and technology, exotic wildlife and barren plains, deserts and rainforests. The Australian story is still unfolding and Canberra’s national treasures capture the highs and lows of our journey so we can remember how we arrived here and ensure our past is never forgotten. There’s no other place in Australia as rich in culture and know-how as Canberra.

When the improbable seems impossible, Australians simply try harder. At Australia’s sporting powerhouse, the Australian Institute of Sport, you can view memorabilia and iconic images from Australia’s sporting triumphs, as well as

PVAE R NLUI A E MNEANMT EH O U S E Line one line here Address Parliament House, goes here Capital Hill, Canberra ACT 2600 02 XXXX 0000 6277XXXX 5399 0000 fax 02 XXXX 0000 6277XXXX 5068 0000 email emailaddress@here visitor.services@aph.gov.au email@email.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au www.aph.gov.au web www.webaddress.here address address phone

LOCATION

The home of Australia’s Parliament and the meeting place of a nation, Parliament House is located on a 32-hectare site on Capital Hill. Parliament House offers a unique function experience with its impressive architecture, landscaped gardens and a World class collection of Australian art. PARKING

Free parking is available to visitors in the underground public car park – three hour time limit. There are additional surface car parks located between Parliament House and the rear of Old Parliament House. VENUE

An Australian icon, Parliament House is one of the World’s most acclaimed, yet accessible parliament buildings. Visitors are welcome to wander the public areas of the building which include the House of Representatives and Senate Chambers. Proceedings on parliamentary sitting days are open for viewing. TOURS

Tours can be included as a special feature for your event and are available to all conference and convention guests in Canberra. Tours provide an opportunity for guests to see and experience the Australian democratic process first hand and admire magnificent architecture and great works of art. Tours can be customised to meet the needs and interests of the group and linked to conference themes and can include access to both public and private areas of Parliament House. Tours can be packaged with catering where visitors can enjoy a tour with lunch or other refreshments at the Queen’s Terrace Café. CATERING

Parliament House offers catering provided by InterContinental Hotels Group with packages ranging from light eats to full banquets available. THE PARLIAMENT SHOP

The Parliament Shop specialises in literature on politics and the functions of the Parliament to suit a diverse audience. There is also a wide range of unique Australianmade gifts, art and craft items and souvenirs available. The Parliament Shop offers gift packages for conference and function guests with Australian-made gifts. Standard and customised packages are available, with themes including; Australia, Canberra, Indigenous Australia and Executive. Packages come gift wrapped and can be delivered to any event in Canberra. VIEWING ROOM

The Viewing Room is a fully self-contained theatrette. The Viewing Room is an intimate venue for film screenings and short presentations with audiovisual equipment and tiered seating for 24 guests. The Viewing Room can be booked as an additional space to complement the Theatre and Theatre Foyer.

PVAE R NLUI A E MNEANMT EH O U S E C A T E R I N G address Parliament House Catering by IHG address Line one line heregoes here address Address Parliament House, Capital Hill, Canberra ACT 2600 phone 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 phone 02 6277 5309 fax 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 fax 02 6277 5144 email emailaddress@here email@email.com.au email phcatering@ihg.com web www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au web web www.parliamenthousecateringbyihg.com.au

EVENTS AT PARLIAMENT HOUSE

Parliament House Catering by IHG sets the benchmark for events in Canberra by providing business and industry the opportunity to combine an iconic venue with premium culinary services. One of few Parliament buildings in the world available for private use, Parliament House welcomes business, government and private events; with a suite of impressive venues offering the perfect space for groups from 10–1000. VENUES GREAT HALL & MARBLE FOYER

The prestigious Great Hall is one of Australia’s most impressive settings, with a soaring ceiling and polished wood floors against a backdrop of the famous Arthur Boyd tapestry. It’s ideal for high profile dinners and gala events. The Marble Foyer welcomes guests with two sweeping marble staircases and 48 marble clad columns. An impressive entry to a Great Hall, the foyer is an elegant pre-dinner cocktail venue. MURAL HALL

Located under the iconic flag pole, the Mural Hall is a unique, open space venue for launches and luncheons or dinners. Named after the large ceramic wall murals, the Mural Hall is an ideal venue with abundant natural light. SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ALCOVE

With beautiful views of Canberra through floor to ceiling windows, these private annexes are perfect for small meetings and seminars as well as cocktail parties and intimate dinners. THEATRE AND THEATRE FOYER

The Theatre offers tiered seating for 288 guests and is ideal for presentations, conferences and screenings. The adjoining foyer allows space for registration, refreshments and cocktail parties for up to 150 guests, while larger groups can enjoy their dining breaks in the nearby Mural Hall. PRIVATE DINING ROOMS

When privacy and intimacy is paramount, the discreet Private Dining Rooms are ideal. Perfect for small meetings, business lunches and formal dinners, the dining rooms are available as 5 individual rooms or in combination. QUEEN’S TERRACE CAFE

Airy and contemporary, the café and outdoor terrace are an inimitable venue for a cocktail celebration for up to 150 people or dinner for up to 90 people. Guests will be impressed by the spectacular views of the Parliamentary Triangle, Lake Burley Griffin and the Australian War Memorial. A COMPLETE EVENT PLANNING SOLUTION

The team works closely with a number of professional partners to assist with custom tours of Parliament House, official Parliament House gifts for delegates, audio visual, staging, theming, decoration, entertainment and floral arrangements. CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS THEATRE STYLE

CLASS ROOM

U-SHAPE/ HOLLOW SQUARE

BOARD ROOM

BANQUET

COCKTAILS

DIMENSIONS

Great Hall

1000

400

100/160

650

1000

40m x 30m

Mural Hall

ROOM NAME

140

–

130

200

25m x 5m

Senate Alcove

20/–

17m x 6m

House of Representatives Alcove

20/–

17m x 6m

288

–

150

12.9m x 11.2m (Foyer) 12m x 5m (Stage area in the Theatre)

Private Dining Rooms 1, 2 or 4 (one only)

15/20

8.5m x 4.8m

Private Dining Rooms 3 or 5 (one only)

–

4.5m x 11.5m

Private Dining Rooms 1&2/1&4 (2 combined)

17.9m x 6.2m

Private Dining Rooms 1, 2 & 4 (3 combined)

150

100

150

27.3m x 6.2m

Queen’s Terrace Café*

–

150

43.1m x 10.8m

School’s Hospitality Area*

–

120

–

Theatre & Theatre Foyer

*Only available for events beginning at 19:00 or later

V EUN A S TUREA N L IA AM N EI N S T I T U T E O F S P O R T address Leverrier Street, Bruce ACT 2617 address Line one line heregoes here address Address PO Box 176, Belconnen ACT 2616 phone 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 phone 02 6214 7137 fax 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 fax 02 6214 1857 email emailaddress@here email@email.com.au email sales@ausport.gov.au web www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au web web ausport.gov.au/events

LOCATION

Inspiring and extraordinary events occur every day at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). Situated on a 65-hectare site just minutes from Canberra’s city centre, the AIS not only inspires excellence in sport, it also strives for excellence in delivering professional and exceptional events. VENUE

The AIS is a unique and distinct venue where champions are created, world records are broken and expectations are exceeded. Boasting over 12 outstanding event venues and spaces and an experienced events and catering team, the AIS will ensure that your event will be one to remember. The possibilities are endless in the AIS Arena – a distinct venue that boasts enormous ceiling heights and great versatility. Whether it is a conference for 4600 delegates, a gala dinner for 1200, or your next tradeshow or exhibition, you are only limited by your imagination.

AIS ARENA:

With life-size images of Australia’s Sydney Olympic heroes, the Marathon Room is the perfect location for your next banquet, cocktail reception, launch or sports-themed event.

MARATHON ROOM:

Our interactive sporting exhibit, Sportex, is ideal for cocktails or other events for up to 120 guests. Guests can try their hand at basketball, football, rowing and even virtual downhill skiing or rock climbing! Elite athletes can be in attendance to demonstrate the interactive exhibits.

SPORTEX:

This is an ideal venue for conferences, seminars, panel discussions and media launches. With pull-out writing desktops for each chair, nearby break-out rooms and disabled access, the AIS Theatrette is perfect for your next event.

AIS THEATRETTE:

CONFERENCE ROOMS: Our Gold, Silver and Bronze conference rooms are conveniently located beside the AIS Theatrette. They are ideal for breakout sessions or for use as individual meeting rooms. TECHNICAL

Standard audiovisual equipment, such as a data projector, electronic whiteboard and microphones, are included free of charge with room hire. ADDITIONAL SERVICES SPORTS-THEMED FUNCTIONS:

Leave all the work to us and indulge in a fun-filled function of interactive games, sports trivia and your own medal ceremony, all run by elite AIS athletes and a professional sport MC.

The Australian Institute of Sport is delighted to partner with BeChallenged, an interactive team building company which bases all programs around experiential learning to promote teamwork, communication and leadership.

TEAM BUILDING:

Amaze your delegates with a dynamic presentation by an elite athlete, coach or sports scientist.

ACCESS TO EXPERT SPEAKERS:

Athlete guided tours of the AIS are available. Take in sights of the campus and catch a glimpse of our elite athletes in training.

AIS TOURS:

AIS SHOP: We have a wide range of merchandise available to add that extra something special to your event. ACCOMMODATION:

onsite accommodation is available for conference delegates.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY THEATRE CLASSROOM

AIS Arena

DIMENSIONS

U-SHAPE BOARDROOM BANQUET COCKTAILS

AREA (M2)

1917

4600*

–

1200

2500

–

AIS Theatrette

314

–

Gold Room

120

150

198

Silver Room

–

Bronze Room

–

SVC Theatrette

–

Marathon Room

140

250

330

Slam Dunk Room

120

100

200

202

–

120

–

200

600

–

Sportex Moran Room Sports Visitor Centre

* In the round – capacity 4600; end stage with full reserved seating – capacity 3450

CABARET

V EUN A S TUREA N L IA AM N EW A R M E M O R I A L address Line one line heregoes here address Address address Australian War Memorial, phone 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 phone 02 6243 4211 fax 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 fax 02 6243 4325 email emailaddress@here email@email.com.au web www.awm.gov.au web www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au web

ANZAC Parade, Campbell ACT 2612

LOCATION

The Australian War Memorial’s magnificent heritage building is situated beneath picturesque Mt Ainslie, only two minutes from the city centre and ten minutes from the airport. The Memorial is one of the world’s great museums and renowned for its extensive collection of art, relics, photographs, film and sound commemorating the sacrifice of Australians at war. VENUES ANZAC HALL

The Memorial’s ANZAC Hall offers a unique dining experience. In Over the front: the Great War in the air exhibition in ANZAC Hall you can dine among rare First World War aircraft while watching an outstanding multi-screen film by acclaimed film director Peter Jackson. THE TERRRACE AT THE MEMORIAL

Opened in 2010, the Memorial now has a purpose built restaurant The Terrace at the Memorial. This beautiful restaurant with full working kitchen overlooks the Memorial and its beautiful grounds. With direct underground parking and separate entry the Terrace is perfect for after-hours cocktail or banquet functions with a difference. BAE SYSTEMS THEATRE

BAE Systems Theatre is a fully self-contained presentation venue offering a one-stop conferencing facility. It is professionally managed by Memorial staff, and full support is available from your initial inquiry to the end of your event. Users are fully briefed on the operation of all stage equipment. The stage area accommodates up to five people seated at tables plus one person at the lectern. They can have fixed shock mounted wired microphones, their own personal computers and personal audio play back devices to assist their presentations. The Theatre has a full range of electronic aids that make your conference as professional as possible. The venues sound reproduction equipment exceeds the stringent acoustic tests laid down by Dolby laboratories for theatre auditoriums. BAE SYSTEMS THEATRE FACILITIES

Three XGA resolution 4:3 ratio data projectors for single display or a mix of separate images; X X

X X

X X X

X X

One High Definition (1080p) widescreen digital data projector; Two in-house computers, each with Microsoft Powerpoint 2007, VLC and Flash Video software. The stage mounted PC has ADSL2 internet access and stereo audio; On-stage auxiliary input for client laptop; Six channel wireless PA, plus wired lectern. Three body pack/lapel microphones and three wireless handheld microphones; Data projection of Power Point and other format computer presentations can be presented in True Wide Screen along with two track stereo audio; Audio (to CD/DVD or USB memory stick) and video (to DVD) recording (at additional cost); Hearing loop; Mobility-impaired access;

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

The Memorial’s eight outstanding galleries include the Conflicts 1945 to today galleries, the newly renovated Second World War galleries and the remodelled Hall of Valour. All are at the cutting edge of museum technology. Over the front: the Great War in the air features three allied aircraft and two German fighter planes from the First World War. The experiences of the young Australian aviators who risked their lives in combat come to life in a gripping multimedia re-creation by internationally renowned film director Peter Jackson. Make a special tour with an historian or curator part of your event and learn Australia’s wartime stories in an engaging and uplifting way. CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS VENUE SPACE

NUMBER OF GUESTS

A. ANZAC Hall (after hours)

Lower level

up to 350 Cocktail or Banquet

Upper level (Viewing Platform, Mezzanine or The Landing Place)

up to 100 Cocktail or Banquet

B. Theatre/Courtyard Gallery (business and after hours) Business hours 1000 - 1700 (7 days) After hours (1700 onwards) C. The Terrace (after hours) Inside Plus outside seating D. Sculpture Garden

up to 190 Cocktail up to 60 Banquet up to 150 Cocktail up to 100 Banquet up to 120 Banquet by arrangement

V EANT IUOENNAAL MAER B O R E T U M C A N B E R R A N address National Arboretum Canberra, Forest Drive (off Tuggeranong Parkway) Weston ACT 2611 address Creek Address line goes here GPO Canberra phoneBox 02 158, 0000 0000 ACT 2601 fax 02Canberra phone 0000 0000 Connect 13 22 81 (AUS) email13 email@email.com.au +61 22 81 (International) web www.webaddress.com.au email arboretum@act.gov.au web www.nationalarboretum.act.gov.au

LOCATION

The National Arboretum, Canberra’s newest attraction, is located just six kilometres from the centre of Canberra. It is home to 250 hectares of forests with panoramic views over the Capital’s Parliamentary Triangle, Lake Burley Griffin and the central valley of the ACT. The Arboretum was part of Walter Burley and Marion Mahoney Griffin’s vision for a garden city. It is Canberra’s brilliant new living museum and attraction, entertainment facility and events venue offering a unique visitor experience and five star facilities for gala dinners, weddings and corporate events. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS VILLAGE CENTRE

With its spectacular views over the rising green forests and Lake Burley Griffin, the Village Centre will make a grand impression. The Village Centre provides an elegant, light-filled space for cocktail receptions, formal dinners, functions and ceremonies. This main building of the Arboretum is available from 4.00pm each day for events catering to approximately 500 seated guests.

PAVILION

The beautiful Pavilion is ideal for more intimate events. It is located near the Village Centre and gives guests a sweeping view of the city and beyond. This space provides a unique facility for wedding ceremonies, meetings and cocktail functions for approximately 120 guests. AMPHITHEATRE

The Amphitheatre has the capacity to hold outdoor events for over 4000 people. It will be one of Canberra’s most popular venues for large-scale festivals and concerts. EVENTS TERRACE

The Arboretum’s u-shaped outdoor Events Terrace commands expansive views across the amphitheatre and central valley to Canberra city. Enquire about this space for official ceremonies and large gatherings. CATERING

The on-site catering team look forward to tailoring a package to suit any small or large event.

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Entrance to the Village Centre Village Centre Internal view of Village Centre Pavilion BBQ facilities near the Himalayan Cedars (Photographer: John Gollings).

Contact the National Arboretum for further information about the venue and rates.

N AT I O N A L GA L L E RY O F AU S T R A L I A Nationalline Gallery Australia, Parkes Place, Parkes ACT 2600 Address goesofhere 02 6240 0000 6711 0000 fax 02 6240 0000 6529 0000 email events@nga.gov.au email@email.com.au web www.nga.gov.au/venuehire www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

EXPERIENCE THE BIG PICTURE

The creative alternative for your next event The National Gallery of Australia. Offering a range of venues and services in the heart of Canberra, it is the perfect place for conferences, presentations, product launches, corporate and private functions and that unique cocktail event. GANDEL HALL

The Gandel Hall is spacious, light-filled and exquisitely detailed with gold-leaf doors and red ironbark floors. It opens onto the Australian Garden in which James Turrell’s monumental skyspace within without offers your guests an extraordinary experience of Canberra’s skies. The Gandel Hall accommodates 350 seated guests and over 1200 guests for cocktails can be divided into three intimate spaces to accommodate a variety of events. MEMBERS LOUNGE

The exclusive Members Lounge features floor-to-ceiling windows and overlooks the tranquil Lake Burley Griffin. The area is perfect for intimate cocktail receptions and dinners. The Members Lounge accommodates 80 seated guests or 100 guests for cocktails and is available after 6.00 pm, seven days a week. LEVEL 1 FOYER

Located on the bridge level, this open space borders the Gallery’s collection displays, providing a perfect backdrop for receptions, cocktail parties and functions. The Level 1 Entry accommodates 300 guests for cocktails and is available after 6.00 pm, seven days a week. GALLERY CAFE

The Gallery Cafe makes a grand impression with its 10-metre-high ceilings and large windows overlooking the Sculpture Garden. This spectacular area creates a spacious and elegant atmosphere for cocktail receptions, formal dinners, functions and ceremonies. The Gallery Cafe accommodates 150 seated guests or 250 guests for cocktails and is available after 6.00 pm, seven days a week. SCULPTURE GARDEN RESTAURANT

The Sculpture Garden Restaurant is open seasonally for private events from 6pm. Your exclusive dinner or cocktail party can be set within the beautiful historic Sculpture Gardens with the inclusion of the Fog Sculpture to add that extra impact, or you may wish to enjoy lunch by booking directly with our caterers. JAMES O FAIRFAX THEATRE

The James O Fairfax Theatre is perfect for lectures, seminars, presentations, movie screenings and acoustic concerts. It features comfortable tiered seating and quality acoustic design. The James O Fairfax accommodates 266 seated guests. SMALL THEATRE

Located on the upper level, this theatre has a flat floor with multi-purpose furniture. The Small Theatre is great for seminars, presentations, workshops, tutorials and even cabaret-style performances. The Small Theatre accommodates 90 seated guests. AUDIO VISUAL

A wide range of in-house audiovisual equipment is available on request. CATERING

Catering is exclusively provided by The Big Group. The Big Group is a dynamic leader in the quality food business and is recognised for its original ideas and excellence, a result of strategic vision and the dedication to want to be at the forefront of innovation. The Big Group will ensure that your event is individual and world class. IMAGES

1. John Gollings, Gandel Hall, National Gallery of Australia CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY SEATING

STANDING

one room

110

300

two rooms

220

600

three rooms

350

900

Members Lounge

100

Level 1 Foyer

–

300

Gallery Cafe

135

200

180

267

–

60–90

–

Gandel Hall (full day)

Sculpture Garden Restaurant James O Fairfax Theatre Small Theatre

PV EE TNEUR E R N OA WML A E N D C AT E R I N G address National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula, address Address Line one line here address Canberra ACT 2601 goes here phone 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 phone 02 6208 5179 fax 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 mobile 0400 270 299 email emailaddress@here email@email.com.au email eventsact@peterrowland.com.au web www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au web web www.peterrowland.com.au

LOCATION

Enjoying one of the best locations in Canberra, on the beautiful Acton Peninsula, the National Museum of Australia is a venue with a difference. VENUE

Opened in 2001, the Museum boasts stunning architecture and magnificent mountain, lakeside and city views. Sweeping decks, expansive windows and imposing indoor and outdoor spaces make the Museum a highly versatile and dynamic function venue for any occasion. Waterfront dining, indoors or out on the deck, combines delicious cuisine with spectacular views over Lake Burley Griffin. The Museum’s Hall provides a stunning entertaining space that requires minimal event theming. Guests can enjoy the unique experience of mingling among grand-scale treasures from the Museum’s collection, including a vintage Citroën tourer, a 1930s monoplane, a Tasmanian bark canoe, a 1905 steam engine and a 200-year-old coach. High ceilings, curved walls and customised lighting add to the drama of the space.

At the heart of the Museum is the Garden of Australian Dreams, a symbolic landscape exploring ideas of ‘place’ and ‘country’. This enclosed outdoor area, with its water features and creative landscaping and lighting effects, makes the perfect setting for any event under the stars. UNIQUE CORPORATE GIFTS

Corporate gifts to complement a special event or occasion can be pre-purchased from the Museum Shop. Here you’ll find a variety of Australian-made gifts and an exclusive range of National Museum products. After-hours access to the Museum Shop for your guests can be arranged by request. PRIVATE TOURS

Private tours of the Museum’s galleries and exclusive exhibition viewings before, during or after your event can also be arranged. What better way for your guests to discover the real, the treasured, the surprising and the inspirational objects from Australia’s history. IMAGES

1. Photograph: John Gollings

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

The Hall The Bay Window

DIMENSIONS

BANQUET

BANQUET /DANCE

COCKTAIL

500

300

250

1000

AREA (M2)

704

–

150

100

The Museum Cafe

–

200

Friends Lounge

–

100

Amphitheatre Garden of Australian Dreams Visions Theatre

CAPACITY THEATRE

1600

–

1500

5500

177

–

V EANT IUOENNAAL MP EO R T R A I T G A L L E R Y N

Portrait Café & Catering

King Edward Terrace, Address line goes hereParkes ACT 2600 02 6102 00007010 0000 fax 02 6102 00007001 0000 email email@email.com.au fiona.thomas@npg.gov.au web portrait.gov.au www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

LOCATION

The multi-award winning National Portrait Gallery building, situated on King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Canberra, is bounded by the High Court of Australia and the National Gallery of Australia and within the Parliamentary Triangle on Lake Burley Griffin. VENUES

We can tailor your conference, forum, dinner or cocktail reception to include one or more of our spaces, guaranteeing variety, grandeur or intimacy. The Gordon Darling Hall never fails to impress, with its soaring ceiling and natural light. Included in the Hall is the Entrance Forecourt, an ideal all weather venue for pre dinner drinks during the warmer months. The Terrace Room opens onto a north facing, outdoor heated terrace and leads into the Gordon Darling Hall, offering variety depending on your needs. It’s naturally lit and can be divided into 2 smaller rooms that can be hired individually. 1

The Liangis Theatre will seat up to 110 and has a break out space ideal for additional catering. All conference venue hire includes internet access, dressed registration table, presenters table, lectern, flip chart with butchers paper and markers, electronic white board, cordless or table or lectern microphone, laser pointer, projector with laptop and screen. We offer 150 underground parking spaces, free of charge, security during your event, cloak room service, event coordination and of course, sole use of our Gallery for all after hours events. CATERING

Using a wide selection of local Canberra ingredients, Portrait Catering & Cafe menus are contemporary and reflect the freshness of the season. Their service is personal and professional. As the contracted caterer for the National Portrait Gallery they will work with you to tailor and create a specific menu to suit your requirements. We believe that our great venue coupled with their exceptional service and an exquisite menu will create not only a unique Canberra experience for your guests but will definitely make your event, the event to remember. 2

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

The National Portrait Gallery greatest point of difference is that we are able to offer exclusive after hours viewing of our Galleries, something very few of your delegates will have experienced and a very special selling point. We can also provide a guided tour tailored with specific interests for your delegates. As a boutique venue, we guarantee personal service from enquiry to the end of your event. IMAGES

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National Portrait Gallery Entrance Forecourt at dusk Terrace Room Ian Potter Gallery Gordon Darling Hall

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA CABARET

COCKTAIL

–

500

250

Terrace Room

250

300

225

Terrace Room 1

120

Terrace Room 2

100

Liangis Theatre

110

–

Gordon Darling Hall

CAPACITY THEATRE

BANQUET

NATI O NAL FI L M AN D SO U N D ARCHIVE O F AUSTR ALIA LOCATION

Located between the Canberra CBD and the Australian National University in Acton, The National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA) is housed in one of Australia’s most beautiful Art Deco buildings. With several hotels and national attractions nearby, the NFSA is a wonderfully central option for your presentation or cocktail party. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

McCoy Cct, Acton ACT 2601 02 6248 2000 fax 02 6248 2222 email venuehire@nfsa.gov.au web www.nfsa.gov.au address phone

The NFSA’s beautiful Arc Cinema is a state-of-the-art venue capable of screening film from its earliest origins right through to 4K digital 3D with a magnificent Dolby Digital EX sound system to match. Arc is the perfect venue for your keynote address, lectures, conferences or an after event film night. Our art deco Theatrette is a great option for smaller lecture, conferences and ensemble performances. In 2013 it will be refurbished to offer video conferencing, a suburb sound system, internal WiFi and flexible video projection facilities. With tiered seating for 120, this is a great option for smaller lectures, conferences, video presentations or even small ensemble performances. The picturesque courtyard is perfect for evening cocktails, post or prior to an event in Arc Cinema or the Theatrette. Our on-site caterer can work with you to develop a menu to complement your event theme and budget. TECHNICAL

Due to the nature of our facilities, the NFSA will include a technical expert to provide the kind of seamless presentation you desire.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY THEATRE

BOARD

U SHAPE

DINING

248 + 2 wheelchair spaces

–

Theatrette

120

–

Courtyard

170

–

250

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250

Arc cinema

Exhibition gallery

COCKTAIL

ROYAL AUSTR ALIAN M INT THE MINT: NOW THAT MAKES A CHANGE!

Looking to add a unique, industrial chic element to your next conference cocktail event? Consider the Royal Australian Mint where all of Australia’s circulating (spending) coins are made. Your conference delegates and participants will delight in the exceptional view of the coin production factory from the floor to ceiling windows in our modern gallery. LOCATION

Denison St Deakin ACT 2600 02 6202 6900 direct 02 6202 6930 fax 02 6202 6954 email events@ramint.gov.au web www.ramint.gov.au

Located just 10 minutes from Canberra City, the Mint is an easy access venue with a bus stop out the front and plenty of free parking.

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FACILITIES

The Mint boasts a choice of accommodation for conference related events and presentations. Select from the bright modern foyer gallery for cocktails, to an exclusive presentation room, theatrette or the factory viewing gallery. The Mint can accommodate your events and presentations after 4pm, generally, unless by arrangement. HIGHLIGHTS X

The Mint offers a modern internal plan in a 1960s Canberra heritage building.

As well as event accommodation, at the Royal Australian Mint we offer: X

X X

Specially designed tours of the Mint and the National Coin Collection, suitable for partner programs. These can be arranged for day or evening participation. Commissioned medallions and tokens Collectable coins for delegates gifts. These are available by order, online, and daily from the Mint Coin Shop.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

Foyer

Cocktails

Education room and theatrette

Cocktails and Audio visual presentations

Gallery

Cocktails and Audio visual presentations

AUSTR ALIAN NATI O NAL BOTAN I C GARD ENS Clunies Ross Street Acton ACT 2602 02 6250 9540 fax 02 6250 9599 web www.anbg.gov.au/anbg/booking‑facilities email Stephen.speer@environment.gov.au

Immerse yourself in the diversity of Australia’s native flora, only minutes from the heart of Canberra at the base of Black Mountain while enjoying the dining experience at Floresco in the Garden Cafe ‑ adjacent to the spectacular Tasmanian Rainforest Gully. Guide Walks available. Open 9.00am – 5.00pm (Summer close 8.00pm).

address 11 Wentworth Ave Kingston ACT 2604 phone 02 6260 7005 fax 02 6260 7509 web www.canberraglassworks.com email ann.jakle@canberraglassworks.com

Canberra Glassworks is Australia’s only cultural centre wholly dedicated to contemporary glass art. The facility provides artists with state of the art equipment, intensive workshops with leading artists, studios and mentorship programs. Visitors can meet artists, watch glassmaking, view exhibitions and have a hands-on experience working with glass in the Kingston Powerhouse heritage building.

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CAN BERR A GL ASSWO RKS

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CANBERR A MUSEUM AND GALLERY address Cnr London Circuit and Civic Square ACT 2600 phone 02 6207 3968 web www.museumandgalleries.act.gov.au/cmag email cmag@act.gov.au Part of the Cultural Facilities Corporation an ACT Government Enterpr ise

A vibrant space in the heart of the city, Canberra Museum and Gallery celebrates our region’s social history and visual arts. A unique alternative to commercial venues, the contemporary architecture of the foyer makes CMAG the ideal place for your next cocktail reception, presentation, or launch. Other venues include an adjoining courtyard and theatrette, a boardroom and meeting room.

CO CKIN GTO N GREEN GARD ENS 11 Gold Creek Road Nicholls 2913 02 6230 2273 fax 02 6230 2490 web www.cockingtongreen.com.au email functions@cockingtongreen.com.au address phone

Highly detailed miniature buildings from Great Britain and around the world accompanied by beautifully landscaped and colourful gardens are the features at Cockington Green, a unique and popular Australian Tourism Award winning tourist attraction. The display is highly acclaimed for its quality and uniqueness by both international and domestic visitors.

MUSEUM O F AUSTR ALIAN D EMO CR ACY AT O LD PARLIA M ENT H OUSE address 18 King George Terrace Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6270 8222 fax 02 6270 8111 web www.moadoph.gov.au email info@moadoph.gov.au

The Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House presents a range of exhibitions, events, tours and activities within one of Australias most loved buildings. Stories of past, present and possible futures intertwine to reveal the journey of Australian democracy. It is a unique venue for any event. Please address all catering enquiries to Ginger Catering (see separate listing).

NATI O NAL MUSEUM O F AUSTR ALIA address Lawson Crescent Acton Peninsula Canberra ACT 2601 phone 02 6208 5006 fax 02 6208 5148 web www.nma.gov.au email melinda.kibukamusoke@nma.gov.au

Versatile and dynamic, the National Museum of Australia in Canberra makes an ideal setting for themed dinners, product launches, gala balls, lakeside dining and cocktail functions. Other features include private viewings of the galleries and special exhibition openings, before during or after an event.

NATI O NAL ZO O & AQ UARI UM address Scrivener Dam Lady Denman Drive Yarralumla ACT 2600 phone 02 6287 8400 fax 02 6287 8403 web www.nationalzoo.com.au email sallybradley@nationalzoo.com.au

Situated just five minutes away from the centre of Canberra, the National Zoo & Aquarium is Australias only combined zoo and aquarium. With a wide variety of both native and exotic animals and interactive tours designed to thrill both the young and old, there is something for everyone.

Q U ESTACON - NATI O NAL SCI EN CE & TECHN O LO GY CENTRE address King Edward Terrace Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6270 2833 web www.questacon.edu.au email katkins@questacon.edu.au

Questacon is Australia’s largest interactive science centre. With over 200 hands‑on exhibits in eight themed galleries, you are guaranteed an experience you and your conference delegates will never forget.

address Level 3, Telstra Tower, Black Mountain Drive, Acton, ACT 2601 phone 02 62193700 web blackmountaintower.com.au email bookings@telstratower.com.au

Telstra Tower, Black Mountain has long been Canberra’s pinnacle landmark.The Executive Briefing centre on Level 3 has undoubtedly the best views of Canberra,contributing to making your meetings, conferences and events an experience to remember.

TELSTR A TOWER

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VE NUES AND A C C OMMO DATI ON

V E N U ES A N D ACCO M M O DAT I O N

Sculpture ‘Perception and Reality’ by Andrew Rogers at Canberra Airport – Heide Smith

VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION WHAT'S NEW

Abode The Apartment Hotel – Gungahlin

Abode The Apartment Hotel – Tuggeranong 69 Abode The Apartment Hotel Woden

Adina Apartment Hotel Canberra, James Court

110

ANU Commons Function Centre

110

ARIA Hotel Canberra

Country Comfort Hotel Crowne Plaza Canberra

104 87

Palace Electric Cinema

107

Pavilion on Northbourne

CSIRO Discovery

104

Portrait Cafe

Diamant Hotel Canberra

105

Quality Hotel Dickson

East Hotel

Quality Hotel Woden

Exhibition Park In Canberra (EPIC)

Queanbeyan Bicentenial Hall

Federal Golf Club

Rydges Capital Hill

79 79

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

111

Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort

Gold Creek Station

105

Rydges Lakeside Canberra

111 97

Australian Leadership Innovation Centre - Yellow Edge

101

Hellenic Club in the City

Scope Mount Stromlo

Australian National University

101

Hellenic Club of Canberra

The Brassey of Canberra

Belconnen Arts Centre

110

108

102

The Deck at Regatta Point

Belconnen Premier Inn

Hellenic Premium Catering at Australian National Botanic Gardens Hotel Hotel

The Parklands Apartment Hotel

108

Hotel Realm

The Q - Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre

Hyatt Hotel Canberra

Ibis Styles Hotel

Boat House By The Lake

Burgmann College

102

Burns Club

110

Canberra Airport Canberra Business Event Centre Canberra Centre - The Hub Canberra Institute of Technology Canberra Rex Hotel

83 103 84 103 85

Canberra Southern Cross Club Events Centre

Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club

Canberra Stadium

Capital Executive Apartment Hotel

Casino Canberra Clifton Suites on Northbourne

37/110 77

Cliftons 110

Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia ACT King O'Malley's Irish Pub Lerida Estate Winemakers

111 37/111 111

Mantra on Northbourne

Manuka Oval

Master Builders Association ACT

Mawson Club

106

Medina Serviced Apartments Canberra

111

Mercure Canberra (previously Olims Hotel Canberra)

106

National Convention Centre Novotel Canberra

112

The Shine Dome (Australian Academy of Science)

112

Thoroughbred Park

112

Tuggeranong Community and Function Centre

109

UC Events - Ann Harding Conference Centre

100

University House

109

University of Canberra Village (Campus Summer Stays)

112

74 107

W H AT'S N E W

Canberra is an ever-evolving city. With a population of 350,000 and growing, the city is bursting with fantastic new developments and offerings. PALACE ELECTRIC

The brand new Palace Electric cinema complex is located in Canberra’s Luxe NewActon Nishi Precinct. The precinct, which features stunning architectural style and the world’s best sustainability practices, faces Lake Burley Griffin and is just a short walk to the city centre, major cultural attractions, hotels and apartments. The cinema introduces a state-of-the-art cinematic experience, presenting the best selection of international cinema, quality new release, premium art-house, and independent films. With eight cinemas, luxurious amphitheatre seating and the latest in digital projection and sound, the cinematic experience is something to behold. Patrons can also enjoy a sophisticated drink at either the Prosecco Bar or the fully licensed auditoria, or indulge in gourmet tastings from Electric Espresso. HOTEL HOTEL

An integral cornerstone in Canberra’s NewActon precinct, Hotel Hotel harnesses the community, art, culture and unique

charm of the Australian capital through thoughtful, sustainable architecture and design. On three floors of the Japanese-inspired Nishi building, artists and designers from Australia and abroad took a blank canvas and created a new hotel typology where guests are seamlessly integrated into a new urban hub. 68 hotel rooms and 31 hotel apartments range from cosy hideouts to sprawling suites, furnished sparingly but thoughtfully with new, recycled and vintage pieces. No two rooms are alike, providing an individualised hotel experience for every guest. Hotel Hotel is situated at the shores of Lake Burley Griffin placed within the Nishi building at NewActon in Central Canberra. NewActon is known as the ‘cool and cultural’ precinct of the Australian capital. A wide array of cultural and social events is offered continuously throughout NewActon – from poetry slams, music gigs and arts festivals. Within a 15-minute bike ride from the hotel unfolds extraordinary native bush land with endless walking, bike and horse riding trails. EAST HOTEL

Canberra’s highly anticipated four and a half star contemporary design and lifestyle hotel is now open. With its focus on providing a memorable Canberra

experience and its premium location between the fashionable retail and restaurant hubs of Manuka and Kingston, East Hotel ups the ante for local guests and visitors to the nation’s capital. The six-story hotel has 140 rooms in various studio and apartment-style combinations. Business facilities are state-of-the-art and designed with flair. Modern conference rooms, boardrooms and an all-day meeting lounge – complete with air hockey table – foster the perfect creative environment for a successful meeting. The hotel also has standalone dining and bar facilities, with 1950s style classy Ox Eatery and its associated Bar and Delicatessen – and so much more. Come see why East Hotel is an instant Canberra classic. CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Over the period from 2009–2013, Canberra International Airport will invest a total of $420 million on upgrading the entire terminal precinct. This development termed ‘AirVolution’ is the biggest redevelopment in Canberra’s history and will deliver a terminal worthy of the nation’s capital. Canberra Airport’s AirVolution includes four areas of development: roads, car parks, a terminal building and aircraft parking apron upgrades.

These four projects when complete will combine to deliver a terminal that aims to be the best of its kind in the Asia‑Pacific region. ABODE

Abode – The Apartment Hotel is a new concept for Canberra, offering affordable apartment-style accommodation with all the amenities of home. The group’s flagship property opened in the north Canberra region of Gungahlin in 2010 and was followed by the recent opening of Abode Tuggeranong in Canberra’s south. Abode Tuggeranong is located in an established area of south Canberra, just over 20 minutes from the Canberra International Airport. The newest addition to the Abode family offers 82 serviced apartments on the way to the Sapphire Coast and the popular snow-region of Thredbo. Whether you are looking to make arrangements for a handful of people or need a solution for large groups travelling to Canberra for a conference, Abode can help. CANBERRA REX

The recently opened cutting-edge Conference Centre boasts a flexible venue incorporating five functional spaces that enable our team to cater for both small and

large events. Whether it’s a cocktail affair for 500 guests or a stylish seated dinner for 350, the Great Room is your venue of choice. The Grand Ballroom is the epitome of sophistication with high ceilings, a private bar and foyer and the ability to host 220 guests for a seated dinner. In September 2012, the Canberra Rex Hotel proudly unveiled the completion of the ground level entrance, lobby, restaurant and bar. Incorporating modern styling finished with marble and wood highlights, the hotel has modernised while preserving its history to create a unique experience for guests within the timeless Canberra Rex. NATIONAL ZOO AND AQUARIUM

The National Zoo and Aquarium is currently one of the largest privately owned zoos in Australia and is set on over 7 hectares of land on the southern end of Lake Burley Griffin. In 2013 the zoo will add an 'open range' style section of the zoo that will see the zoo triple in size within two years. Animals of the African Savannah such as Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra and Rhino will all feature in the new development that will round off the zoo's unique blend of an aquarium, metropolitan zoo and open range zoo all combined in to a single venue. In addition, the zoo will be completing the first of its onsite hotel accommodation venues in 2013. The hotel lodge will allow guests to stay at the zoo in a variety of uniquely styled hotel rooms that will

bring the zoo alive at night. Imagine enjoying dinner watching the sharks of the barrier reef swim beside you or sleeping side by side with the zoo's pride of lions or perhaps just enjoying breakfast on your balcony with the zoo's giraffes. These are just some of the experiences that the zoo's hotel lodge will have on offer. BURBURY HOTEL

Burbury Hotel provides a ‘home-awayfrom-home’ experience by delivering a new level of in-room ambience, inventive open-plan living and Apple® entertainment system. Architecture and interior design firm, Redgen Mathieson, has created a luxe presentation that uniquely captures the best of ‘home’. The Burbury Hotel maintains the same high standards of its parent hotel, Hotel Realm and will take the total number of rooms in the Realm Precinct to 264. BUDAWANG PAVILION AT EPIC

The Budawang Pavilion at Exhibition Park – Canberra’s largest clear span venue – has undergone a recent $0.75million refurbishment raising the profile of the centre. The refurbishment has reinvigorated the pavilion with major aesthetic enhancements, facility upgrades and a new retail café outlet. The modern touches include LED lighting in the pavilion’s entrance which will provide a great first impression.

A B O D E T H E A PA R TM E N T H OT E L address Address line goes here address Corner of Anthony Rolfe Avenue phone 02 0000 0000 phone 1300 1 ABODE (22633) fax 02 0000 0000 email reservations@abodehotels.com.au email email@email.com.au web www.abodehotels.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au

& Gribble Street, Gungahlin ACT 2912

Finished to the highest standard, Abode - The Apartment Hotel proves that brand new, stylish hotel accommodation need not be exclusive. The hotel’s inspired design provides everything you need for a stay that is both leisurely and comfortable. LOCATION

Abode Gungahlin is located in the heart of Canberra’s north. The hotel is a quick drive from Exhibition Park, Belconnen Town Centre, Canberra CBD, the city’s major attractions and Canberra International Airport. VENUE

Abode The Apartment Hotel is a unique and cutting edge concept in quality accommodation. As Gungahlin’s only hotel and the Abode group’s flagship project, Abode Gungahlin offers 61 brand new stylish, self-contained apartments. Rooms at Abode Gungahlin feature ensuite, kitchenette, laundry facilities, a flat screen TV and sofa beds in some rooms. Guests will find all the facilities and services they need including Wi-Fi internet, free parking and Siren Bar and Restaurant located on-site. Proximity to the Gungahlin Town Centre ensures that any additional services are not far away. Abode’s apartment-style design ensures rooms are modern, comfortable and exceed expectations. BOOKINGS

Bookings can be made at www.abodehotels.com.au or by emailing reservations@abodehotels.com.au Book early for best available rates. GUEST FACILITIES X X X X X

Wireless internet Ensuite, kitchenette and balcony in every room King and queen size beds Some rooms with sofa beds Non-smoking establishment

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X X X X X

Extremely competitive rates Gungahlin’s only hotel Siren Bar and Restaurant, located on-site Easy walk to the Gungahlin Marketplace 5 minutes to Exhibition Park 10 minutes to Belconnen Town Centre 15 minutes to Canberra CBD Ample free parking for patrons and their guests

ABO D E TU G GER AN O N G Located in Canberra’s south, Abode Tuggeranong is the group’s second hotel in Canberra and offers all the great amenities and features available at our flagship hotel in Gungahlin. LOCATION

Abode Tuggeranong is located in the southern most region of Canberra, on the way to the snowfields and the south coast. The hotel is a short drive to the Canberra CBD, the city’s major attractions and Canberra International Airport. VENUE

Abode Tuggeranong is one of few hotels in the southern region of Canberra and offers 82 brand new stylish, serviced apartments. 150 Anketell Street, Tuggeranong, ACT 2900 1300 1 ABODE (22633) email reservations@abodehotels.com.au web www.abodehotels.com.au address phone

Rooms at Abode Tuggeranong feature ensuite, kitchenette, laundry facilities, a flat screen TV and sofa beds. Guests will find all the facilities and services they need including Wi-Fi internet, free parking and a long list of dining and entertainment options. Abode Tuggeranong is located in the heart of the Tuggeranong Town Centre, so additional services are not far away. BOOKINGS

Bookings can be made at www.abodehotels.com.au or by emailing reservations@abodehotels.com.au Book early for best available rates. GUEST FACILITIES

Wireless internet, ensuite, kitchenette and balcony in every room, queen size beds, non-smoking establishment. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Extremely competitive rates, one of a few hotels the southern region of Tuggeranong, within walking distance to great dining options, easy walk to the Tuggeranong Town Centre, on route to the snowfields and the south coast, 20 minutes to Canberra CBD and ample free parking for patrons and their guests.

ABO D E WO D EN Abode Hotels has recently announced that the next hotel in the pipeline for the group is a new project in Woden, due to open in 2013. The new hotel will be located on Bowes Street in the south Canberra town centre of Woden and will offer all the great amenities of home and the great Abode prices. Rather than being a brand new hotel, this project will be a refurbishment of the historic Juliana House in Woden’s Town Centre.

Bowes Street, Woden ACT 2606 1300 1 ABODE (22633) email reservations@abodehotels.com.au web www.abodehotels.com.au address phone

Juliana House, located adjacent to Scarborough and Penrhyn Houses, on Bowes Street has previously been used as offices. Set in a great location, Juliana House is within walking distance to the Woden shopping precinct, government departments, youth clubs, open space and great established clubs. The new Abode hotel will also feature a restaurant and conference facilities, making Abode at Juliana House perfect for both the corporate and leisure traveller. The refurbishment project will be an innovative adaptive reuse of Juliana House from office space to an Abode hotel containing 150 rooms. LOCATION

Abode Woden will be located in the south Canberra town centre of Woden, just a short drive to Canberra CBD, the Parliamentary triangle, the city’s major attractions and Canberra International Airport. VENUE

Abode The Apartment Hotel is a unique and cutting edge concept in quality accommodation. Abode Woden is an adaptive reuse refurbishment project and will offer 150 apartment-style rooms with all the great Abode features than you have come to expect from Abode hotels.

V EAN C NUB E RNR A MSET A D I U M Battye Street, Bruce ACT 2617 02 6256 6700 fax 02 6253 2085 email info@canberrastadium.com web www.canberrastadium.com.au address phone

LOCATION

Canberra Stadium is located about ten minutes drive from the heart of Canberra City. Set amidst native bushland and just minutes from shops and cafes, delegates can forget the hassle and costs of parking as Canberra Stadium offers FREE and easily accessible on-site parking for delegates attending any function or conference at the venue. VENUE

Catering from 10 to 700 guests, Canberra Stadium has a range of unique function rooms able to accommodate a variety of small meetings to large events. Our team of experienced staff will deliver your next business meeting, planning day, training workshop, conference, product launch, cocktail event, gala dinner, trade exhibition or any other event with professionalism and flexibility in a fun, unique environment. TECHNICAL FACILITIES AND SERVICES

A complete range of audio visual equipment is available on site. Specific AV equipment, lighting and operator services required for an event can be arranged through our suppliers or your preferred supplier. Office services such as printing and photocopying are available from the front office. Equipment fitted to the function rooms includes: X X

Ceiling mounted data projectors and screens in the Rugby Lounge and Long Room In room PA system with cordless microphones and AV wall-mounted touch panels in the West Lounge and East Lounge Multi-angle room camera with 17 wall-mounted LED television screens to live stream your event throughout the entire West Lounge

CATERING

Choose from our selection of catering menus or let our Executive Chef custom design a menu to cater for specific dietary requirements and budgets. With a broad array of mouth-watering catering options and dedicated service staff, guests and delegates are sure to be impressed with the quality of food and service, whether it is a business event or formal dinner. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

There are over 30 private suites and Lounges to choose from. Canberra Stadium has the flexibility and availability to offer plenty of breakout space. All main function rooms have unrivalled views of the playing field with ceiling to floor glass windows, with the East Lounge overlooking serene Canberra bushland. As part of your event, why not do something different by including a behind the scenes guided tour of the locker rooms and players tunnel, or enhance your event by showcasing your presentation on the video replay big screen. For details on function rooms and catering menus, please visit www.canberrastadium.com.au or call us on 02 6256 6700.

CANBERRA STADIUM ROOM CAPACITIES AND HIRE COSTS SEASON 2012 AREA

CAPACITY BANQUET

THEATRE

U-SHAPE

BOARDROOM

COCKTAILS

CABARET

Corporate Suite

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Long room

Rugby Lounge

Club Stadium

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160

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130

–

250

Stadium Suite

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West Lounge

400

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700

–

Green Lounge (Northern End of West Lounge)

180

100

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200

Blue Lounge(Southern End of West Lounge)

220

180

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300

140

East Lounge

Evening and Weekend Functions

Room Hire after 6pm weekdays and on weekends

Additional $50.00 per hour

Room Hire on public holidays

Public holiday surcharge applicable

Security Personnel

Based on requirement

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M A N U K A O VA L Address Manuka line Circle, goes Griffith here ACT 2603 02 0000 6239 4402 0000 fax 02 0000 6239 5258 0000 email info@manukaoval.com.au email@email.com.au web www.manukaoval.com.au www.webaddress.com.au address phone

LOCATION

Established in the late 1920’s, historic Manuka Oval now boasts an amazing functions and events centre. Manuka Oval is located less than ten minutes drive from Parliament House and the airport, with plenty of on-site free parking. VENUE

Manuka Oval Functions & Events Centre is one of Canberra’s most unique functions venues incorporating an undercover concourse overlooking the magnificent sport stadium. A relaxed atmosphere, a fresh outlook, superior food and personalised service – Manuka Oval Functions & Events Centre is perfect for all types of functions including conferences; corporate dinners; product launches and exhibitions; Christmas parties, club functions and weddings. THE BRADMAN ROOM

The Bradman Room boasts a calm, tranquil and beautiful setting. By night or day, the bright contemporary feel in the room is balanced by the view of a traditional cricket ground; with 8m high floor to ceiling glass panels overlooking the playing field. Bradman room has fully operational bar facilities, ideal for hosting events such as weddings, cocktail parties and dinners for up to 220 guests. THE EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM

The Executive Boardroom at Manuka Oval is the perfect place for any off-site meetings, training sessions and smaller functions, more intimate dining and other events. Also a great break-away room for larger events held in the Bradman Room. CATERING

Our on-site caterer The Gema Group has experience in every aspect of food industry imaginable. From sporting events to boardroom lunches and gala dinners – there are menus to cater for all tastes and dietary requirements. EVENT HIRE

The professional team at Manuka Oval Function and Events Centre can assist you in all aspect of event hire, they can organise everything from catering down to the finer details such as floral display, table centre piece, chair covers and celebration cakes. Packages can be tailored to suit your event requirements and budgets, for more information visit www.manukaoval.com.au.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

Bradman Room Executive Boardroom

CAPACITY BANQUET

THEATRE

U-SHAPE

CLASSROOM

COCKTAIL

CABARET

240

300

150

300

190

V XE H E N IUB EI T INOANM PE A R K I N C A N B E R R A ( E P I C ) Flemington Road, Mitchell ACT 2911 Address line goes PO Box 456, Dickson ACT here 2602 phone 02 0000 0000 phone 02 6205 5230 fax 02 0000 0000 fax 02 6205 8793 email email@email.com.au email infoepic@act.gov.au web www.webaddress.com.au web www.epic.act.gov.au address address

Exhibition Park in Canberra is the Capital’s largest multi-purpose events centre hosting more than 300 events each year. The diversity of function spaces available including indoor and outdoor facilities, all set on 70 hectares of unique natural landscape, provides escapism for your delegates conveniently located 10 mins north of the Canberra CBD. With sizes ranging from 200m² to 3,300m² of clear span exhibition space, Exhibition Park is bound to have a room to suit all needs and budgets. Free on-site car and bus parking within metres of the entrance and a designated taxi rank and bus stop at the main gate ensures all attendees arrive safely and with minimal stress. A range of accommodation options from budget to luxury can be found just minutes from the venue. GALA DINNERS

Want to create a unique experience for your guests at your next Gala Dinner? Seating for up to 1,900 guests with dance floor and staging, combined with high ceilings perfect for lighting design allows you to get creative and make it a night to remember for your delegates. See how the venues can be easily transformed for any theme with the only limit being your imagination. Menus can be designed for any theme and our experienced catering team deliver service you won’t soon forget. CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

Looking for a meeting venue for 20 people or 3,000? The range of indoor spaces gives you the flexibility and confidence that your conference can expand and contract as required. The purpose built link between the Budawang Pavilion, Conference Centre and Coorong Pavilion provides an easy and weatherproof transition for delegates from plenary to exhibition and catering areas and breakout spaces. Digital signage located in the Conference Centre makes it easy for your delegates to find their way. Our conference catering selections allow you to build your own package offering you complete control over your budget and menu. In-house audio visual equipment and experienced staff on hand takes the hassle out of out-sourcing your conference requirements. EXHIBITIONS

In need of exhibition space? Housing the largest clear span exhibition space in Canberra at 3,300m² of carpeted flooring, it is ideal for corporate tradeshows and exhibitions. Indoor pavilion space totalling 9,000m² and a variety of grassed and bitumen outdoor areas provide flexibility for your exhibition layouts. Purpose built retail catering outlets are located in each of the large pavilions and can be operational during your event. Easy access through oversized roller doors makes your exhibition build and move-in quick and hassle free. Exhibition Park offers all clients a dedicated Events Coordinator to assist with planning the fine details of your event. Our Operations Team boast more than 20 years combined industry experience ensuring the delivery of your event surpasses expectations.

E X H I B I T I O N PA R K I N C A N B E R R A ( E P I C ) address Flemington Road, Mitchell ACT 2911 address Address line goes here PO Box 456, Dickson ACT 2602 phone 02 0000 0000 phone 02 6205 5230 fax 02 0000 0000 fax 02 6205 8793 email email@email.com.au email infoepic@act.gov.au web www.webaddress.com.au web www.epic.act.gov.au

Area

Capacity Theatre

Banquet

Cocktail

Dimensions Cabaret

Booths

Area m²

Height

(3m x 3m) Budawang Pavilion

3000

1900

3300

1140

151

3310

7.5

Coorong Pavilion

1800

1100

2000

660

1979

Parkes Room (a+b)

540

340

600

204

600

2.65

Kakadu Room (a)

270

170

300

100

300

2.65

Daintree Room (b)

270

170

300

100

300

2.65

The Terrace

140

130

300

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3.2

Namadgi

140

–

140

Ningaloo

–

Pelican

220

–

220

2.4

Tea-‐Tree

160

–

160

2.4

Fitzroy Pavilion

1500

1000

1800

600

1752

Mallee Pavilion

690

440

750

264

770

Quokka Pavilion

480

–

532

V EANT IUOENNAAL MCEO N V E N T I O N C E N T R E N LineConstitution one line heregoes Address 31 Avenue, here Canberra ACT 2601 02 XXXX 0000 6276XXXX 5200 0000 fax 02 XXXX 0000 6276XXXX 5276 0000 email emailaddress@here ncc.sales@ihg.com email@email.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au nccc.com.au web www.webaddress.here address address phone

The National Convention Centre is Canberra’s leading meeting and events venue; unrivalled in facilities, size and scope. WHERE THE NATION MEETS INTIMATE FEEL

The largest conference venue in Canberra has a surprisingly intimate feel; with ample space to host large events, yet an atmosphere you won’t feel lost in. VERSATILITY AND EXCLUSIVE USE

With a collection of more than 15 spaces over two floors, the Centre can be booked exclusively for your event. NATURAL LIGHT

Natural light can transform an event enhancing creativity, concentration and motivation. The Centre has been designed to take advantage of clear skies and sunlight. EASY ACCESS

In and around Canberra The Centre’s location is a short 7km drive to the airport, walking distance to an assortment of mid-range to deluxe accommodation, the city centre, and with easy access to the very best Canberra attractions including Parliament House. ‘Easy in, easy out’ loading With a compact and logical design, the Centre has purpose built loading areas and extra access doors to assist with easy pack-in and pack-out of your conference equipment. AWARD WINNING CENTRE

The National Convention Centre was awarded gold in the category of Meetings and Business Tourism at the 2011 National Tourism Awards.

FACILITIES ROYAL THEATRE

The Royal Theatre is the perfect venue for conferencing and entertainment. Standout features include tiered seating and a flat floor section in front of the large stage, backstage support rooms and an audio visual control room. Numerous configurations are possible and the flexibility of this venue, including vehicle access to the flat floor sections, makes it a favourite with meeting planners and delegates alike. THEATRETTES

The Centre features four Theatrettes varying in size that accommodate up to 300 people. The Theatrettes feature excellent lines of sight, in-built data projectors, screens, and PA systems. BALLROOM

The Ballroom is one of Canberra’s best. It features natural light, a 4.5m high ceiling and 650m2 of pillar less space. This is the perfect venue for functions, cocktail events and gala dinners. EXHIBITION HALL

The Exhibition Hall is a spacious and versatile setting for large scale exhibitions, gala dinners, cocktail parties, awards ceremonies and is the most adaptable space for special events in Canberra. The 2000m2 Exhibition Hall can hold up to 120 exhibitor booths and has a ceiling height of 9m with a vehicle access height of 3.9m. Full length windows overlooking Glebe Park provide an abundance of natural light. GALLERY ROOMS

The Gallery Rooms present the ideal space for intimate gala dinners and events. The five rooms all have natural light with comfortable seating and are perfect for small-scale events including meetings, seminars and exhibitions. They can be used individually, or combined to create larger spaces, providing flexible options for your event.

Ceiling H eight

Booths (3 x3m)

Theatre

Cocktails

Banquet

Dinner D ance

Cabaret

Classroom

Boardroom

U Shape

Hollow S quare

(m) Area (m2)

2000

9.0

120

2000

1500

1400

1200

1000

—

Royal Theatre (Total)

—

9.1

—

2460

—

Royal Theatre (Tiered)

—

4.6 –9.1

—

1710

—

720

9.1

—

750

450

400

360

400

—

Bradman

360

3.2 –4.4

—

300

—

Menzies

180

3.2 –4.4

—

165

—

Nicholls

180

3.2 –4.4

—

165

—

Sutherland

170

3.2 –4.4

—

135

—

658

4.5

500

420

380

360

370

—

108

Torrens Room (T)

3.3

—

Swan Room (S)

155

3.3

140

Murray Room (M)

170

3.3

170

120

100

Fitzroy Room (F)

170

3.3

170

120

100

Derwent Room (D)

3.3

—

Capacities Room

Exhibition Hall Exhibition Hall (Total)

Royal Theatre

Royal Theatre (Flat floor)

Theatrettes

Flat Floor Function Rooms Ballroom

Gallery Rooms (Individual)

Gallery (Combined) For a full Rooms capacity chart, please contact the team on 02 6276 5200 or ncc.sales@ihg.com Floor Plans TS Rooms

245

3.3

200

150

130

120

MF Rooms

340

3.3

368

240

210

192

156

—

104

FD Rooms

265

3.3

256

180

150

144

120

—

MFD Rooms

435

3.3

—

512

330

270

—

BALLROOM

KITCHEN

EXECUTIVE ROOM

GREEN ROOM

OFFICE

Work Rooms Boardroom 1

Boardroom 2

24 DERWENT ROOM

Green Room

2.6

—

2.6

—

GALLERY FOYER

FITZROY ROOM

MURRAY ROOM

STORE

2.6

SWAN ROOM

—

BALLROOM FOYER

—

ROYAL THEATRE — —

—

LIFT ACCESS

TORRENS ROOM

Executive Room

90 FIRST FLOOR

BOARDROOMS

GALLERY ROOMS

2.7

—

1000

— —

Foyer Areas CITY WALK ENTRANCE FROM CROWNE PLAZA AND CBD

Main Foyer

1100

3.6

Theatrette Foyer

400

3.6

—

200

300

5.3

—

200

LOADING DOCK

Gallery Foyer

390

EXHIBITION HALL

4.1

E X H I B I T I O N H A L L T E R R AC E

EAT

FOY

—

TTE

NICHOLLS THEATRETTE

RECEPTION

MENZIES THEATRETTE

—

SUTHERLAND THEATRETTE

MAIN FOYER

—

250

CONFERENCE OFFICE

BRADMAN THEATRETTE

—

LOADING DOCK

SERVICE AREA LIFT ACCESS

UNDER COVER CAR PARK

COACH BAYS

CENTRE MANAGEMENT

CORANDERRK STREET

Ballroom Foyer

E X H I B I T I O N H A L L T E R R AC E

KITCHEN ELECTRONIC BILLBOARD MAIN ENTRANCE TA X

CONSTITUTION AVENUE

GROUND FLOOR

WORK ROOMS

FOYER

The National Convention Centre Canberra is the perfect events venue, boasting premium facilities for

PVAE V NIU L IEO N N AO MNE N O R T H B O U R N E 242 Line one Northbourne heregoes Avenue, Canberra ACT 2602 Address line here 02 6247 XXXX 6888 0000XXXX 0000 fax 02 6248 XXXX 0000XXXX 7866 0000 email functions@pavilioncanberra.com email@email.com.au emailaddress@here web www.capitalhotelgroup.com.au www.webaddress.com.au web www.webaddress.here address address phone

LOCATION

The Pavilion on Northbourne is centrally located just 2kms from the CBD, a short drive from the Canberra International Airport and close to Canberra’s major national attractions. VENUE

The Pavilion on Northbourne is a 4.5 star hotel boasting two lush sun-lit tropical garden atriums bringing the outdoors in, creating a unique venue all year round. Spread across three levels with lift and stair access, we have a number of conference rooms and breakout areas perfect for events up to 250 delegates. Pavilion on Northbourne Conference facilities will undergo a major transformation in late 2012 – early 2013. This project includes new carpet, lighting, painting and new audio visual. Our three dedicated conference rooms which includes a boardroom or secretariat room is suitable for any residential conference. The Four Seasons Room is a flexible room located on the top floor with an abundance of natural light, double glazed windows, excellent lighting, ceiling mounted projector, private bathroom amenities and registration area. The dedicated Executive Boardroom is located close to the Four Seasons room seating up to 15 delegates. The Forest Room is located on ground floor boasting its own private foyer, natural light, double glazed windows and external access. Café Glasshouse is perfect for a breakout space or a banquet in a casual setting, with floor to ceiling windows the room is filled with natural light and overlooking the main boulevard entry into the Nation’s Capital. The hotel also boasts a number of breakout spaces within the atriums and Café Glasshouse. The Forest Atrium and foyer is perfect for small exhibitions with the capacity to host up to ten booths with an additional space on level three outside the Four Seasons Room. ACCOMMODATION AND GUEST FACILITIES X X X X X X X X X X X X X

156 deluxe rooms and serviced apartments Atrium Restaurant and Cocktail bar Café Glasshouse 24hr Business Centre Outdoor Pool & onsite Gymnasium Onsite Laundry and Dry cleaning service 24hr Reception and Room Service Free off street car parking Complimentary shuttle to City and Airport Free in-house movie channels Thermostatically control air-conditioning Ensuites with Shower over baths Wireless Broadband Internet

TECHNICAL

As part of the refurbishment planned for all conference rooms in early 2013, Pavilion on Northbourne will offer state-of-the-art AV facilities including ceiling mounted data projectors. The hotel can cater to basic or detailed audio visual requests including wireless broadband internet, sound systems, data projection equipment, electronic whiteboards and laptops. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X

Refurbished Conference facilities up to 250 delegates Two magnificent indoor tropical atriums Free off street car parking Complimentary Shuttle bus

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

COCKTAIL

BANQUET

CLASSROOM

CABARET

U-SHAPE

AREA (M2)

230

200

190

130

128

217

Forest Room

100

120

Executive Boardroom

–

Café Glasshouse

100

–

168

Atrium

–

250

–

500

Lower Atrium

–

100

–

150

Forest Atrium

–

150

–

200

Four Seasons Room

*numbers above are max capacity of each area - with no presentation equipment etc.

ARIA H OTEL CAN BERR A LOCATION

Aria Hotel Canberra is centrally located just 2kms from the CBD, a short drive from the Canberra International Airport and close to Canberra’s major national attractions. VENUE

45 Dooring St, Dickson ACT 2602 02 6279 7000 fax 02 6279 7299 email reservations@ariahotel.com.au web www.capitalhotelgroup.com.au address phone

Aria Hotel is one of Canberra’s newest and most stylish 4.5 star hotels, offering 128 elegant hotel rooms and serviced apartments located just 2kms from the CBD. Enjoy the modern surrounds and latest in room technology at Aria Hotel Canberra. All rooms feature wireless entry, ipod docking stations, in room movies, balcony, and luxurious rainfall showers. Aria Café is open daily for healthier ala carte style breakfast, whilst full buffet breakfast is served next door at Pavilion on Northbourne. All guests can access all facilities adjacent to Aria at Pavilion on Northbourne. The hotel also offers a business lounge in the hotel lobby, complimentary underground car parking and a complimentary CBD & Airport Shuttle.

CLI F TON SU ITES O N N O RTH BO U RN E LOCATION

Conveniently located on Northbourne Avenue, within walking distance to the heart of the City. VENUE

address 100 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra City ACT 2601 phone 02 6262 6266 fax 02 6203 8444 email functions@cliftonsuites.com.au web www.cliftonsuites.com.au

Our award winning hotel features two ground floor meeting rooms all streaming with natural light, external access and can cater for up to 120 delegates. Breeze Restaurant & Sports bar is open daily, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a selection of modern Australian cuisine. Guests can enjoy the intimate outdoor beer garden for casual drink or cocktail functions. Clifton Suites prides itself on the service we provide ensuring we meet and exceed expectations of all guests. Conference organizers can enjoy the service of our dedicated conference concierge and make use of our complimentary CBD/airport shuttle. ACCOMMODATION

Recently completed a major refurbishment project to all guest rooms, Clifton Suites on Northbourne offers the largest 1 & 2 Bedroom apartments in Canberra providing guests with unrivaled amount of space located within walking distance to the CBD. This award winning property offers guests an onsite Restaurant, 24hr room service & Reception, complimentary underground car parking, selection complimentary newspapers, outdoor heated pool & gymnasium. Clifton Suites on Northbourne has been nationally recognized, winning the 2012 National AHA Award for Best Apartment/Suite Hotel.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

Brindabella & Griffin Rooms

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

COCKTAILS

BANQUET

CLASSROOM

CABARET

U-SHAPE

AREA (M2)

100

120

165

Brindabella Room

101

Griffin Room

*numbers above are max capacity of each area - with no presentation equipment etc.

RYDGES L AKESIDE address London Circuit, Canberra City address Address line goes here toll free 1800 026 169 phone 02 0000 0000 phone 02 6247 6244 fax 02 0000 0000 fax 02 6257 3071 email email@email.com.au email functions_canberra@rydges.com web www.webaddress.com.au web www.rydges.com/canberra

ACT 2601

LOCATION

Rydges Lakeside is located in the heart of Canberra’s CBD and the New Acton Precinct. The hotel has 205 newly refurbished guest rooms offering balconies and spectacular views across Canberra. CONFERENCE FEATURES

Rydges Lakeside has extensive experience delivering exceptional events. With the largest hotel function venue in the region, we are the leading conferencing hotel in the Nation’s Capital. Rydges Lakeside can host conferences of up to 1500 delegates, as well as banquets and weddings of up to 800 guests. EXCLUSIVE FIRST FLOOR FUNCTION CENTRE

With an interconnecting configuration, Great Lakes Ballroom can partition into three separate function rooms, giving total flexibility for any type of event. Our conference floor also offers five function rooms, providing exceptional facilities for smaller meetings, syndicates and breakout rooms. Our pillarless rooms all offer natural light with floor-to-ceiling windows and neutral tones to provide a modern and relaxed atmosphere. The large conferencing foyer allows guests to escape the meeting room for refreshments and networking during break times. This is also suitable for cocktail events, trade exhibitions and pre-conference registration. EUREKA FUNCTION ROOM

Located on our ground floor, Eureka Function room boasts a modern fit-out that can hold up to 500 delegates for a conference or 250 guests for dinner and is perfect for your exhibition, with the ability to hold up to 27 2x3m trade booths. Full length windows provide natural light and external entry at the rear of the hotel offers easy access for exhibitors. SKYLINES

Our 15th Floor function room is a stunning, spacious, private venue that features large glass windows, showcasing the magnificent panoramic views over Lake Burley Griffin and the glittering lights of Canberra City. Featuring its own bar and kitchen facilities, this venue is ideal for conferences, dinners, weddings and cocktail receptions for up to 200 guests. HOTEL FACILITIES

Rydges Lakeside Canberra has 205 beautifully appointed rooms including: 78 Queen, 36 King, and 13 Twin rooms, as well as 67 Superior Queen Rooms, ten Executive Suites and the exclusive Lakeside Suite with two bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms, kitchen, lounge and in room bar. LOCANDA ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE & BELLABAR

Locanda’s contemporary setting provides an intimate and relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a delectable menu or taste one of over 100 wines on our award winning wine list. Rydges Lakeside is also home to Canberra’s newest cocktail destination, Bellabar. Its menu features an extensive wine list and some of the most creative cocktails that Canberra has seen.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY THEATRE

Great Lakes

COCKTAILS BANQUET CLASSROOM

DIMENSIONS CABARET

U-SHAPE BOARDROOM AREA (M2) HEIGHT (M)

1500

1200

800

450

800

–

830

3.48

Eureka

600

500

300

210

300

–

440

2.80

Skyline

150

200

140

112

2.80

Superior

600

500

300

210

300

–

415

3.48

Michigan

280

275

150

110

150

247

3.48

Huron

160

180

100

167

3.48

Hakone

3.36

Nyanza

3.36

Geneva

3.36

Titicaca

3.36

Nyanza/ Geneva

100

3.36

RYD GES CAPITAL H I LL LOCATION

Rydges Capital Hill is centrally located next to Parliament House and the boutique shopping and fine dining districts of Manuka and Kingston. 5 minutes from the city and 15 minutes from the airport, makes it the perfect place for your event. CONFERENCING AND EVENTS

Rydges Capital Hill boasts a variety of unique rooms suitable for groups up to 200 guests. Our venue is suitable for large conferences, breakout areas, exhibitions, training workshops and small meetings. Our Events Team pride themselves on attention to detail and can tailor a conference package to suit you. address Cnr. Canberra Ave and National Cct, Forrest ACT 2603 toll free 1800 020 011 phone 02 6295 3144 fax 02 6295 3325 email functions_capitalhill@rydges.com web www.rydges.com/capitalhill

ACCOMMODATION AND FACILITIES

Rydges Capital Hill is a vibrant 4 star hotel, with 186 guest rooms including spa suites. Amenities include an indoor heated swimming pool, gymnasium, high speed broadband, undercover parking, licensed restaurant and bar and 24 hour room service and reception. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

One stop conferencing and events venue Abundance of natural light and open catering areas including a large outdoor terrace and indoor atrium CAPACITY ROOM NAME

THEATRE CABARET U SHAPE

Forrest Suite

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM CLASSROOM

BANQUET

COCKTAIL

AREA (M2)

180

200

136

180

200

Forrest Room 1

Forrest Room 2

110

120

Forrest Room 3

Event Room 1

120

–

Event Room 2

Executive Boardroom 1

Executive Boardroom 2

–

Executive Boardroom 3

–

Executive Boardroom 4

–

Executive Boardroom 5

Atrium

–

120

–

Acacia Lounge

100

140

160

200

Fig Tree Café

–

150

200

–

RYD GES E AGLE HAWK RESO RT LOCATION

Nestled amongst 30 acres of natural Australian bushland, Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort, Canberra challenges you to leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city. You will be amazed at the results you can achieve by utilising its stimulating bushland environment. The Resort is only a 15 minutes drive from the CBD and 10 minutes from the airport (avoiding many CBD lights and traffic). Parking all around the resort is free, saving you precious time and money trying to park in the city. CONFERENCING AND EVENTS

999 Federal Highway, North ACT/NSW Border 2620 phone 02 6241 6033 or 1800 651 543 fax 02 6241 3691 email functions_eaglehawk@rydges.com web www.rydges.com/eaglehawk address

Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort is the perfect venue for all your function needs for up to 300 people, from exhibitions to meetings, client’s presentation or staff training and networking. With 7 versatile conference rooms, we have everything you need to make your event a success. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, attention to detail and friendly service, matched with our excellent location and spacious meeting rooms filled with natural light. ACCOMMODATION AND FACILITIES

Ideal for residential conferences, the Resort offers 151 rooms including Spa Suites and Two Bedroom Suites. Enjoy a bushland escape, take a swim, spend time in the spa or sauna, hit the gym or play tennis, you will find everything you need to relax. This is an all-encompassing relaxing experience. Amenities also include high speed broadband, free parking, restaurant/bar, room service and 24-hour reception. CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

CLASSROOM

BANQUET

BOARDROOM

THEATRE

COCKTAIL

U-SHAPE

AREA (M2)

HEIGHT

–

10 x 6

2.5m

Eaglet Suite

10 x 7

2.5m

Merlin Room

10 x 9

2.5m

Kestrel Room

100

120

10 x 8

2.8m

Falcon Suite

12 x 7

2.8m

Harrier Room

12 x 8

2.8m

Osprey Room

130

115

160

140

14 x 11

2.8m

Peregrine Suite

250

–

300

–

40 x 11

2.8m

AREA

Hospitality Suite

CANBERR A SOUTHERN CROSS CLUB EVENTS CENTRE 92–96 Corinna Street, Address line goes here Woden ACT 2606 02 6283 0000 7200 0000 fax 02 6282 00001553 0000 email events@cscc.com.au email@email.com.au web www.cscc.com.au www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

LOCATION

The Canberra Southern Cross Club’s world-class Events Centre is conveniently located in the heart of Woden’s business district, only 15 minutes from the airport and major Canberra attractions. Offering free, under-cover parking, public transport at its door, and a range of off-site venues to complement the outstanding conference facilities, it is the ideal place to do business planning and meet in style. VENUE

Featuring a theatre-style seating capacity of 1000, the latest in contemporary decor, state-of-the-art technology and award winning catering, the purpose-built Events Centre boasts the perfect ingredients for a memorable and successful event. Multi-use rooms with operable walls can be arranged into a number of configurations suitable for any style of event, from a business breakfast to product launch to conference with break out spaces, or can be transformed to a ball room for gala events. The venue also features a range of quality restaurants, cafes, lounge areas and bars. In addition to the impressive facilities of the Events Centre, the Canberra Southern Cross Club is also able to draw on the many dining options and experiences available at their venues located throughout Canberra. Delegates can board the MV Southern Cross and enjoy cocktails and canapés as they cruise Lake Burley Griffin, or sit down to an elegant dinner in a marquee on the lawns of the Southern Cross Yacht Club. With a unique range of venue choices, superior facilities and experienced event managers, the Southern Cross Events Centre can create a remarkable corporate event, regardless of size or budget. TECHNICAL

The Events Centre is equipped with the latest in audio visual technology including Wi-Fi, PA systems, large drop down motorised screens, video and data projectors, stage lights and floor and stage boxes. Every room configuration has access to video, audio and data inputs and all equipment is backed by in-house technical partners, Elite Sound and Lighting, Canberra’s leading audio-visual production suppliers. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X X X X X

A world class Events Centre with a capacity for 1000 delegates. A multitude of room configurations to suit every need. Award winning catering and a large range of function packages. More than 40 years experience in coordinating successful corporate events. State-of-the-art technology and on-site technical support. Access to a unique range of off-site dining options and experiences. On-site restaurants, bars, lounges and cafes. Free under-cover, security parking.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

BANQUET

CABARET

COCKTAIL

1000

750

600

1000

Corinna Room 1

500

360

550

Corinna Room 2

280

160

140

300

Corinna Ball Room

Corinna Room 3

Corinna Room 4

–

Top of the Cross

400

300

220

400

Orion Room

100

120

Private Dining

CAPACITY THEATRE

C A N B E R R A S O U T H E R N C R O S S YA C H T C L U B “Lotus Bay” Place, Yarralumla ACT 2600 Address lineMariner goes here 02 0000 6273 1784 0000 fax fax 02 0000 6273 2984 0000 email email email@email.com.au functions.yacht@cscc.com.au web web www.webaddress.com.au www.cscc.com.au address address phone phone

LOCATION

Situated on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin with unimpeded water views, the Southern Cross Yacht Club is only minutes from the City CBD. Offering three unique venue options for your Canberra event, the Yacht Club is also home to the multi award-winning Lotus Bay Restaurant. VENUE

The magical ambience of the Lakeside Marquee is the perfect backdrop for any event and is situated close to the lakes-edge with 180 degree views of the water and landscaped surrounds. Your guests will enjoy superior comfort throughout the seasons as the Marquee has evaporative air-conditioning, gas ducted heating and a solid polished wooden floor. The marquee also includes a full service bar, and the option for plated, buffet or cocktail style catering.

One of the best ways to impress your guests is to show them the National Capital’s attractions such as the National Museum of Australia, Carillon, High Court and National Gallery while cruising aboard the MV Southern Cross. The MV Southern Cross features fully enclosed air-conditioned dining or outer decks for alfresco cruising. Why not treat your VIP delegates to a sunset cruise, cocktail party or 2 or 3 course dinner for up to 70 people or a buffet for up to 55 people on-board the MV Southern Cross? It’s also a great place to hold a winter function while moored on the lake. Our award-winning chefs can work with you to create a tailored menu or you can choose from a range of quality, affordable packages to suit your particular needs. We also cater for special dietary requirements including gluten-free, diabetic, allergy, religious and lifestyle choices. The Yacht Club is a tastefully appointed venue featuring striking contemporary décor and lounge areas to complement the other event facilities. For a more intimate venue for seminars/workshops, the Lotus Room features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the lake, an in-house music system and PA and has a seating capacity of 50 – perfect for smaller formal dining occasions.

Our functions team is highly experienced in creating successful government and corporate events from small workshops to conferences run over several days. Whatever your particular needs, we can work with you to ensure your outcomes are achieved and delegates are left with a lasting positive experience. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X X

Stunning lake views On site restaurant, bar and lounge Unique venues including the MV Southern Cross and Lakeside Marquee Award winning catering and a range of function packages Free parking.

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Stunning water views from the Lotus Bay Restaurant. Contemporary dining perfect for small groups. Exquisite Lakeside Marquee. Impress guests aboard the MV Southern Cross.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

Lakeside Marquee Lotus Room 4

MV Southern Cross

CAPACITY COCKTAIL

BANQUET

150

120

105

T H E B OAT H O U S E BY T H E L A K E Grevillea Park, Menindee Address line goes here Drive, Barton ACT 2600 02 6273 0000 5500 0000 fax 02 6273 0000 5533 0000 email email@email.com.au info@boathousebythelake.com.au web www.boathousebythelake.com.au www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

RESTAURANT QUALITY FOOD AND SERVICES

LOCATION

As you approach the Boat House by the Lake, you’ll be taken aback by one of Canberra’s best outlooks of Lake Burley Griffin and key monuments such as the Carillon and Parliament House. Situated in private parkland on the absolute water lapping edge of Lake Burley Griffin, this excellent and private venue is located in beautiful Grevillea Park. The airport, city centre and the Federal Government’s Defence Headquarters are just five minutes away.

VENUE X X X X X X X X

Metres from the water’s edge of Lake Burley Griffin Fine dining restaurant Three function rooms Whole venue available for hire for exclusivity Functions from 15 – 450 people Amazing lake views and deck access from every room Enjoy an open fireplace in our West End dining room Garden space available for trade displays and marquees

VENUE HIGHL IGHTS X

X X X X X

With one of the best fine dining restaurants in Canberra, we offer restaurant quality food and service in our function packages Menu changes seasonally to reflect the best available produce – sourced locally where possible Ample free parking Open fireplace in West End room Stylish and sophisticated décor with plenty of natural light in each function room Deck and garden access from every room Amazing views of the lake and key landmarks including Parliament House and Telstra Tower Proximity to city centre and airport

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

Walter’s Function Room West end Function Room East end Function Room

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

AREA (M2)

THEATRE

COCKTAILS

BANQUET

CLASSROOM

200

180

120

126

Combined Function Room

240

275

194

125

189

Whole Building

240

420

194

120

–

CANBERRA AIRPORT Address 2 Brindabella line goes Circuit, hereBrindabella Business Park ACT 2609 02 6275 0000 2285 0000 fax 02 0000 02 6275 0000 2212 email functions@canberraairport.com.au email@email.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au www.canberraairport.com.au/functions address phone

LOCATION

Located just 8 minutes from Civic, Canberra Airport has meeting and conference facilities located within all three office precincts – Brindabella Business Park, Majura Park and Fairbairn. Ample parking is available and public transport services operate from each location. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Canberra Airport’s first-class facilities include eleven meeting rooms and two audio visual theatres providing over 1300 square meters of conference and meeting space. These conference facilities are ideal for private and public sectors and are designed for strategic planning sessions, annual general meetings, business seminars, conferences, board meetings, training sessions, product launches and media conferences. BRINDABELLA BUSINESS PARK

Located a short stroll from Canberra Airport’s new terminal and set amongst the magnificently designed Brindabella Business Park are six meeting rooms and one state-of-the-art audio visual theatre. Rooms can cater from as little as 10 guests up to 145 guests. MAJURA PARK

Situated on the grounds of one of Australia’s greenest business parks, the award winning Majura Park encompasses one 97 seat audio visual theatre, an adjoining meeting room catering for up to 50 guests. Mix business with pleasure and take advantage of the vast retail offer including the Majura Park Shopping Centre, Costco, Majura Park Recreation Centre, Masters Home Improvement and more. FAIRBAIRN

The historical Fairbairn is ideal for functions that may require a little more seclusion and space. The Fairbairn Functions Centre has two rooms that can be combined to cater for up to 160 guests. For something unique you could take guests on a chocolate making tour with resident chocolatier Lindsay & Edmunds. TECHNICAL

An array of audio visual equipment can be supplied upon request. The theatres incorporate assisted hearing systems, digital audio systems for speech reinforcement, data projector, motorised data projection screen, controlled by a Crestron touch control system. All rooms offer good natural light with blockout blinds, whiteboard, projection screen and space for catering with cold filtered and boiling water. CATERING

Our on-site preferred caterers are happy to work with you to develop a menu to suit your needs and offer an extensive range of menu items.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY BOARDROOM CLASSROOM

COCKTAIL

BANQUET

SQUARE

THEATRE

Alastair Swayn Theatre

–

145

U-SHAPE

–

Bendora & Googong Rooms combined

–

Bendora Room

–

Cotter Room

–

Ginninderra Room

–

Googong Room

–

Gudgenby Room

–

Majura Theatre

–

Maple & Oak Rooms combined

–

150

160

–

Maple Room North

–

Molonglo Room

–

Murrumbidgee Room

–

Oak Room South

Poplar Room

–

V EAN C NUB E RNR A MCEE N T R E The one Hub here @ Canberra Centre Line Address line goes here Level 1, Canberra Centre, 148 Bunda Street, Canberra City 2601

ADDRESS ADDRESS ADDRESS

PHONE 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 PHONE 02 6247 5611 FAX 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 FAX 02 6257 5232 EMAIL emailaddress@here email@email.com.au EMAIL thehub@canberracentre.com.au WEB www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au WEB WEB www.canberracentre.com.au

LOCATION

The Hub – Canberra’s boutique conference facility is located on Level 1 of Canberra Centre – Canberra’s premier shopping attraction. Positioned in the heart of the CBD, Canberra Centre is the ultimate retail destination for fashion and lifestyle. Providing a mix of premier shopping, entertainment and dining, the Centre has gained recognition as the definitive choice for Canberrans and visitors who enjoy the outstanding selection of quality stores. VENUE

The intimate setting of The Hub provides a unique meeting and functions space which can be tailored to the needs of both private and government organisations. Offering flexibility and style, The Hub has a dedicated entry, stylish foyer, modern meeting room, kitchenette, flexible function space, quality presentation facilities and on-site parking. Individual and group personal styling sessions are also available on request – perfect for corporate team building and accompanying persons programs. FACILITIES

From the moment you enter, it’s easy to relax in the stylish surrounds of The Hub, giving business meetings and events a unique sense of professionalism. The Hub provides a range of equipment to enhance your function, including: X X X X X X X X X X

60” LCD wall screen Internet connection WiFi access Flip chart DVD & audio player Kitchenette (fridge, microwave) Tea & coffee making facilities Wall mounted speaker system 2 x dressing rooms 2 x wardrobe cabinets with merchandising space

CATERING SERVICES

Choose from a selection of catering packages offered by Canberra Centre’s restaurant and food court retailers. Catering providers available on request. BUSINESS AND PLEASURE

Canberra Centre - Canberra’s premier destination for fashion, dining, entertainment and lifestyle. Myer and David Jones lead an outstanding portfolio of Australian and International fashion labels, while Target, Big W, two supermarkets and a wide selection of specialty stores set the benchmark for choice. Dining and entertainment thrives day and night at North Quarter – Canberra Centre’s street fronted social precinct – with an array of award winning restaurants and the largest Premium Art House Dendy Cinema in Australia. Canberra Centre Gift Cards make a great corporate gift and are available from the Customer Service Lounge on Level 1. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X

Flexible meeting and event space Fashionable, stylish and intimate CBD location Access to David Jones, Myer, Target, Big W, two supermarkets, two foodcourts, quality restaurants, Dendy Cinemas 5,000 car parks with park assist guidance system (pre-purchased tickets are available).

MEETING AND FUNCTION AREAS LAYOUT

USAGE

16 seated

Training U Shape

18 seated

A comfortable layout, perfect for group training sessions

Classroom Style

20 seated

Utilising 10 tables of two, facing LCD TV screen

Seminar Format

24 seated

An informal layout utilising sled based chairs

Training Groups

12 seated

Intimate group arrangement utilising up to six tables

Cocktail Function

50 standing

Meeting Room only

CAPACITY

Style Lounge

8 seated

A glamorous space utilising oversized sofas and stylish ottomans

An elegant function space with relaxed seating pods Stylish meeting room with kitchenette facilities

V EAN C NUB E RNR A MREE X H O T E L Line one heregoes Avenue, 150 Northbourne Braddon ACT 2612 Address line here 02 XXXX 6248 5311 0000XXXX 0000 0000XXXX 0000 fax 02 XXXX 6248 8357 email email@email.com.au email emailaddress@here bse@canberrarexhotel.com.au web www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au web www.canberrarexhotel.com.au address address phone

LOCATION X

Canberra Rex Hotel is located on Northbourne Avenue, just 1km north of the City Centre Situated in an ideal location, Canberra Rex Hotel is minutes away from key national attractions, including, the Australian War Memorial, museums, Floriade and the Parliamentary Triangle, as well as award winning restaurants

MEET X

Canberra Rex Hotel boasts a spectacular range of conference venues, and with the development of our innovative and exciting state-of-the-art conference facilities completed in August 2011, Canberra Rex Hotel is the ideal venue to hold your next event The Great Room has a seating capacity of 500 delegates, theatre style, or 350 delegates for a stylish seated dinner. The Great Room can be divided in to 5 functional spaces, all flaunting high ceilings and state-of-the-art audio visual The Grand Ballroom has a seating capacity of 260 delegates, theatre style, or 220 delegates for a stylish seated dinner. The Grand Ballroom can be divided in to 2 functional spaces, both with natural light, access to a private bar, entrance and foyer The Boardroom has a seating capacity of 15 delegates and is ideal for intimate board meetings

TECHNICAL FACILITIES X

Here at Canberra Rex Hotel we have access to the finest and best range of audio visual equipment. We understand that capturing and maintaining the attention of your audience is one of the key ingredients to a successful conference, meeting or event The following is some of the audiovisual and event equipment we can offer you; X Panasonic full HD widescreen projectors X Wide screens (from 3.8m – 4.5m) X Audio system with high-definition dual concentric ceiling speakers with ‘green’ high efficiency amplifiers providing high volume and clarity X Infra-red hearing augmentation system X Wireless or wall mounted AV touch panels available upon request X Low glare dimmable down lights with programmable colour changing LED cove lights

STAY X X

Canberra Rex Hotel has 157 hotel and suite style accommodation rooms All accommodation rates include complimentary on-site parking (subject to availability) and a full hot buffet breakfast A la carte restaurant and licensed bar on-site

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X X X X X

Great Room with a seating capacity of 500 delegates Flexible function spaces Ability to tailor an event package to suit varying requirements State-of-the-art audiovisual equipment 157 hotel and suite style accommodation rooms 24 hour reception Complimentary on-site parking (subject to availability) Dedicated events team committed to providing clients with first class service, going beyond expectations to ensure your event is a success

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS BALLROOMS

CAPACITY

AREA DIMENSIONS

BANQUET

COCKTAIL

CABARET

CLASSROOM

THEATRE

AREA (M2)

HEIGHT (M)

Room 1

100

160

120

160

4.5

Room 2

100

160

120

160

4.5

Room 3

4.5

Room 4

4.5

Room 5

4.5

Room 1 & 2

200

300

128

120

250

320

4.5

Room 3 & 4

103

4.5

Room 4 & 5

138

4.5

Room 3, 4 & 5

100

110

150

196

4.5

Great Room

350

500

280

180

500

590

4.5

Ballroom

160

270

108

180

274

3.5

130

131

3.5

220

400

144

126

266

404

3.5

Conference Room Grand Ballroom BOARDROOMS

CAPACITY BOARDROOM CLASSROOM

Ainslie Room

–

AREA DIMENSIONS THEATRE

AREA (M2)

HEIGHT (M)

–

V EAN C P IUT EA LN EAXME EC U T I V E A P A R T M E N T H O T E L address 108 Northbourne Ave and Cnr Girrahween St, Canberra City ACT 2601 address LineBraddon one line hereACT PO Box 24, address Address goes2612 here phone 021800 XXXX XXXX toll free 129 0000026 0000 phone 6243 8333 fax 02 02 XXXX 0000 XXXX 0000 fax 02emailaddress@here 6248 8011 email email@email.com.au web www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au email mail@ceahotel.com.au web web www.ceahotel.com.au

LOCATION

Situated on Canberra’s main avenue, Northbourne Avenue, the Capital Executive Apartment Hotel is a pleasant 10 minute stroll to the CBD and just five minutes by car to most of Canberra’s major attractions such as Parliament House, the Australian War Memorial, Lake Burley Griffin and the Parliamentary Triangle. It is also just 10 minutes to the airport with public transport available at the hotel’s doorstep. The hotel also offers free undercover security parking. VENUE AND ACCOMMODATION

Ideal for small conferences and workshops, the hotel’s conference room can accommodate up to 80 delegates. A number of breakout rooms are also available. The NRMA has rated the Capital Executive Apartment Hotel as a 4 star establishment as it offers top quality accommodation at reasonable and competitive rates either overnight, short or long term. The hotel boasts a spacious atrium with 83 rooms on three levels with one floor being exclusively non-smoking. Studio, One-Bedroom and Family apartments are available. All rooms include airconditioning, heating, kitchenettes, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, mini bar, television (with free in-house movies and Foxtel BBC news and sports 1 & 2), radio and alarm. Rooms are available with a combination of Queen, Single and Sofa beds. Cots are available on request. The Capital Executive Apartment Hotel features 24 hour check-in with guest laundry, gymnasium, sauna and spa pool. The fully licensed and award winning ‘Haig’ Italian Restaurant is on the ground floor offering superb cuisine in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. It features the luxury of an indoor or outdoor dining area, overlooking Canberra’s oldest park. TECHNICAL

A full range of in-house audio visual equipment including television and video, electronic whiteboard, overhead projector and Kodak Carousel projectors are available on site. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy the Capital Executive Apartment Hotel’s magnificent, three storey atrium – perfect for pre-conference functions as well as a superb banqueting area. Each floor features a quiet and intimate lounge area with plush leather settees. The hotel also has a Corporate Club with many benefits to frequent visitors. We regularly offer specially priced and tailored packages such as ‘Cuddle ‘n’ Bubble’ weekends, balloon flights, golf packages and National Gallery Exhibition packages. IMAGES

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Apartment style hotel with 83 rooms Foyer New Atrium Dine Italian overlooking Canberra’s oldest park

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

Conference room

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

COCKTAILS

BANQUET

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

HEIGHT (M)

140

VE C RN OU WEN N E AP M L AE Z A C A N B E R R A 1 Binara line Street, Canberra Address goes here ACT 2601 02 6247 0000 8999 0000 fax 02 6257 0000 3182 0000 email email@email.com.au eventscanberra@ihg.com web www.crowneplazacanberra.com.au www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

LOCATION

Located right in the heart of the city centre, the award winning Crowne Plaza Canberra overlooks historical Glebe Park and is easily accessed from Canberra airport. We are within minutes of the National Convention Centre, Canberra’s main shopping fair, restaurants, Casino Canberra and national attractions. VENUE

Offering six versatile event rooms designed for maximum functionality, Crowne Plaza Canberra is ideal for meetings, conferences, seminars, dinners and more. Innovative set ups, themed catering breaks, extensive local activities and an array of event packages are services that ensure your event will be a success. Ask for a proposal today and our Crowne Meetings team will respond within two hours. ACCOMMODATION AND GUEST FACILITIES

Contemporary and modern in design, Crowne Plaza Canberra is the largest hotel in the region, boasting 296 guest rooms. Rooms include king size beds or the option of a twin double configuration, 32 inch LCD TV’s and large work areas with ergonomic chairs. Hotel facilities include Redsalt Restaurant, Atrium Lounge, Binara One lounge bar, Pro Fit Health Club with sauna and outdoor pool, 24 hour business centre, broadband in all guest rooms, premium and suite rooms, wireless connectivity in public areas, and secure undercover car parking. Redsalt Restaurant offers an extensive a la carte menu, light lunch options and a delicious breakfast buffet. Serving modern Australian cuisine, Redsalt Restaurant is perfect for casual lunches or an evening of fine dining. Binara One is the ideal place to catch-up over a few drinks and a small bite to eat. With a selection of local Canberra wines, imported beers and an extensive cocktail list, Binara One is also the perfect venue for unique events and larger gatherings of up to 70 people. TECHNICAL

Our Crowne Plaza Canberra meeting rooms are equipped with state of the art technology and audio visual facilities. Our on-site audio visual manager will help you with all your technical and staging needs, ensuring your meeting or event runs smoothly. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Our experience and ‘Meetings Success’ program ensure your next meeting or event is impressive and runs smoothly from start to finish. ‘Crowne Plaza Meetings Success’ promises a two hour response to all meeting enquires followed by a detailed proposal in 24 hours and includes Handy Meetings Kits and Snack Attack catering options. X X X X X

296 accommodation rooms – Superior, Deluxe, Premium & Suites Six versatile meeting rooms Binara One lounge bar – the perfect spot to relax for post conference drinks Redsalt Restaurant – offering an la carte menu and sumptuous buffets 24 hour business centre

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

CLASSROOM BANQUET BOARDROOM THEATRE U-SHAPE COCKTAIL CABERET AREA (M²) HEIGHT (M) AREA (M)

The Glebe

100

130

182.75

3.2

Pods 1

–

49.92

2.5

21.5 x 8.5 7.8 x 6.4

Pods 2

–

58.5

2.5

7.8 x 7.5

Crossing I

70.4

2.75

8.8 x 8

Crossing II

70.4

2.75

8.8 x 8

The Crossing

100

140.8

2.75

8.8 x 16

Aquila

98.4

2.6

12 x 8.2

E AST H OTEL 69 Canberra Avenue Address line goes here(cnr Giles Street), Kingston, ACT 2604 02 6295 0000 6925 0000 fax 02 6178 00000100 0000 email experience@easthotel.com.au email@email.com.au web easthotel.com.au www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

EAST HOTEL + APARTMENTS

Canberra’s newest four and a half star contemporary design hotel LOCATION

EAST is conveniently situated in Canberra’s prestigious “Inner South”, in walking distance between the fashionable retail and restaurant hubs of Manuka and Kingston. With a focus on facilitating a memorable Canberra experience, EAST provides a definite point of difference for guests in the nation’s capital. With six stories, the hotel features 140 rooms in various apartment style combinations, including designated ‘family suites’, cleverly designed in a modular, fun way specifically to cater for families. The hotel has standalone dining and bar facilities, with Ox Eatery and its associated Bar and Delicatessen, fast becoming part of the social fabric of the inner city. EAST has been designed around a cavernous central atrium, cleverly utilising both natural and installed light to provide a warm, relaxed atmosphere with areas to relax and meet in front of a large, open fireplace. Upon entering, the most striking aspect is of overall textured contemporary design. Balancing the rich, dark materials is an eclectic and brightly coloured mix of furnishings. EAST was really designed as a hotel with more. The rooms are oversized and very flexible in their layout. The room layout can be attractive to a variety of travellers from couples to families and there are kitchen facilities in every room. HOTEL ACCOMMODATION X X X X X X X X

38 East studios 2 Kids studios 16 Luxe studios with executive spa tub and balcony 4 Luxe easy access studios 60 East one-bedroom apartments 20 Luxe one-bedroom apartments with executive spa tub and balcony King beds in all hotel rooms (Twin options available) Two-bedroom apartments available, combining studio and one-bedroom apartment

IN ROOM FACILITIES X X X X X X X X X X X

42” LED televisions in all rooms + 32” LED in apartment bedrooms FOXTEL + In-house pay-per-view movies iPad/iPod docking station High-speed internet access (Wi-Fi and wired) Air-conditioning In-room safe Coffee and tea making facilities, with Nespresso coffee pod machine Personal bar and refrigerator Bathrobe and slippers Work desk + direct-dial telephones Laundry in all one-bedroom apartments

HOTEL FACILITIES X X X X X X

Concierge service + professional business centre Gymnasium Ox Eatery (restaurant, bar and deli) Undercover parking (fee applies) ‘Free Range’ newsagency in the lobby Laundry facilities for studio guests

CONFERENCE FACILITIES X

X X X

7 impressive function and conference facilities that cater for up to 80 people (lobby available for large cocktail events 150+) 55” LED screens in boardrooms (VGA + HDMI capability) 100” projection screen in large meeting rooms (VGA + HDMI capability) On-site catering specifically tailored to your individual functions

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

DIMENSIONS

COCKTAILS

BANQUETS

U-SHAPE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

Daily Room

Chronicle Room

Daily Chronicle Room (combined)

–

Vinyl Room

CAPACITY THEATRE

AREA (M2 )

The Cubicle

–

Aviator

–

Boxcar

–

TVHE E N UF E DNE A RA MLE G O L F C L U B course address Off Red Hill Lookout Road, Red Hill address Address line goes here postal address PO Box 3039 Manuka ACT 2603 phone 02 0000 0000 phone 02 6281 1888 fax 02 0000 0000 fax 02 6285 3140 email email@email.com.au email info@fgc.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au web www.fgc.com.au

ACT 2603

FEDERAL GOLF CLUB

Established in 1933 and nestled on the western base of Red Hill, Canberra’s Federal Golf Club is recognised as one of Australia’s premier inland courses. The 18 hole championship course is complemented by a clubhouse that offers a comprehensive range of hospitality services, catering for weddings, corporate golf, private functions and business seminars. Federal is more than just a golf club. It is the perfect venue for weddings, business seminars and private functions, with dedicated staff to ensure your function is a memorable occasion, for all the right reasons. Our clubhouse caters for groups of up to 200, during the day or evening. The function rooms overlook the 18th green, with the surrounding eucalypts lit up in the evening to create a unique atmosphere. The club is located close to the Canberra CBD, well protected from the traffic noise with ample free parking. THE BEADMAN room is our board room and has a capacity of 14 delegates. The room is fitted out with luxurious business chairs and a large wooden board table. An LCD screen is fitted to the wall for all your presentation needs and large windows allow for strong, natural light. THE RUSSELL room is located at the end of the main clubhouse. Perfect for seminars or private functions with a maximum of 80 cabaret seated guests. The room has a large wall of windows which faces down onto the 18th green and has magnificent views of the golf course and its wildlife. THE SCOTT room is slightly smaller than the Russell and caters for a maximum of 60 cabaret seated guests. The room has a private access door onto the balcony and has a large wall of windows that has spectacular view to the Brindabella ranges.

The two function rooms combine to become the Russell/Scott. Featuring beautiful views of the Brindabella ranges and the golf course, the room has a maximum capacity of 200 guests. This room is perfect for a range of larger functions including weddings, formals, corporate dinners, lunches or breakfasts and even full day seminars. The function room has a private bar conveniently located just outside the room and private access to the balcony. CORPORATE GOLF is an invaluable method of rewarding your top performers and loyal customers alike. Golf has long been seen as an ideal way of getting closer to your valued clients.

At Federal Golf Club, Corporate Golf is tailored to meet the needs, wants and desires of your organisation.

H E L L E N I C P R E M I U M C AT E R I N G postal 263, Woden addressaddress AddressPO lineBox goes here

ACT 2606 02 6162 00006624 0000 fax 02 6162 00006691 0000 email email@email.com.au enquiries@hellenicpremiumcatering.com.au web www.hellenicpremiumcatering.com.au www.webaddress.com.au web phone

Welcome to Hellenic Premium Catering… With five exciting Canberra venues and quality food & wine concepts to match, we have a wide range of options to make your next conference, cocktail party or gala dinner a success. HELLENIC CLUB WODEN

The home of Hellenic Premium Catering is the Hellenic Club Woden, one of Canberra’s largest function facilities. Every week we cater for Canberra’s corporate dinners and weddings up to 600 people, and conferences over 1,000. There are also three high quality restaurant options, a café and two bars, with live entertainment every Friday and Saturday until 1am. Open until 4am daily, the Hellenic Club Woden is Canberra’s entertainment central. Accommodation at the Abode Hotel (125 rooms) and the Quality Hotel (57 rooms). HELLENIC CLUB IN THE CITY

This city centre venue is Canberra’s newest, modern, boutique club. With two function rooms hosting up to 266 delegates, state-of-the-art fittings and AV, the Hellenic Club in the City is a convenient location to meet and dine. Accommodation at the Novotel (286 rooms) and the Medina (60 rooms). AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS

The Gardens is a unique and very special setting, just minutes from the city centre on the lower slopes of Black Mountain, boasting the World’s most comprehensive display of living Australian native plants. It is a place for recreation, inspiration, science and learning. Visit www.anbg.gov.au. With special concept menus, The Gardens caters for conferences up to 100, dinners up to 150 and outdoor functions for several hundred guests. Accommodation at the Diamant (80 rooms) and Rydges Lakeside (201 rooms). GALLAGHER’S WINERY

Gallagher Wines in Murrumbateman boasts a long list of awards, is the undisputed leader of sparkling wine production in the Canberra Region, and in 2012 its Riesling was rated 96 by James Halliday. For a wine dinner of up to 70 guests, Greg’s wine knowledge and enthusiastic delivery, together with a carefully matched Hellenic Premium Catering menu, provide a wonderful corporate dining experience. GOLD GREEK STATION

This working station is full of rustic charm and adds a uniquely Australian theme to your event of up to 250 guests. The setting is picturesque, with the homestead nestled amongst the rolling hills of historic Hall. Sheep shearing and other interactive activities are available to your guests.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

AREA DIMENSIONS

THEATRE COCKTAILS BANQUET CLASSROOM CABARET U-SHAPE BOARDROOM AREA (M2)

HEIGHT (M)

Hellenic Club Woden Ballroom

900

1060

720

235

370

–

971

Olympus

700

800

450

175

280

686

Apollo

200

260

130

285

Aegean

150

170

158

3.5

Orpheus

–

3.5

–

2.5

220

160

125

130

224

3.5

200

220

140

163

122

120

2.5

Delphi Aeg/Orph

Hellenic Club in the City Posieden Atlas

Australian National Botanic Gardens Theatrette

–

Crosbie Dickson Room

–

Floresco

–

250

120

–

Gallaghers Winery Cellar Door

–

Wine Room

–

120

–

250

500

250

120

200

–

Gold Creek Station Homestead

IBIS STYLES CANBERR A 203 Goyder Street,here Narrabundah ACT 2604 Address line goes 02 6295 0000 2944 0000 fax 02 6239 0000 6310 0000 email email@email.com.au functions@ibisstylescanberra.com.au web www.ibisstylescanberra.com.au www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

Whether you are travelling for business or pleasure, ibis Styles Canberra is a winner of multiple regional tourism awards and has a range of facilities to suit your every need. Our Conference day packages start from a low $55.00 per person and include room hire, freshly brewed tea and coffee, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and basic equipment hire. LOCATION

ibis Styles Canberra is located in the leafy suburb of Narrabundah in the Nation’s Capital, Canberra providing easy access for delegates. We are conveniently surrounded by the major tourist attractions and centrally located within minutes of the city centre, airport and restaurant districts of Manuka & Kingston. VENUE

ibis Styles Canberra prides itself on its excellent Conference and Function facilities, being the ideal venue for any size function. There are 7 function rooms that are ideal for any meeting or size. The majority of the hotel’s 7 versatile meeting rooms can be transformed in an instant to suit the ever changing needs of clients using modern operable walls. Our facilities offer flexibility to accommodate events ranging from 10 to 250 delegates. Recent upgrades to our conference facilities also include the installation of the latest audio visual equipment in all meeting rooms. Our dedicated conference floor, naturally lit meeting rooms and pre - function area offer an idyllic setting for any event no matter what the occasion. We offer specialised selections for dietary needs including gluten free, vegetarian & lactose intolerant. ACCOMMODATION & GUEST FACILITIES

ibis Styles Canberra offers fantastic facilities with 208 rooms ranging from comfy 3.5 star Standard rooms, up to our 4 star Superior 2 Queen Rooms. ibis Styles Canberra hosts the 203 Restaurant & Bar. The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner, offering an a la carte menu, buffet and room service to guests, delegates and the public. X X X X X X X X

Restaurant & Bar – breakfast and dinner, 7 days Wireless / Broadband internet access (first 100MB free upon guest check-in) Complimentary onsite parking Foxtel channels available including Fox Sports, Disney and Movies Guest laundry facilities Business center Swimming pool Complimentary Continental Breakfast included with all bookings. Upgrade to Full Buffet Breakfast for just $11.00 per person per day

TECHNICAL

ibis Styles Canberra has everything for your audio visual needs. We work in conjunction with Hillcrest AV to cover any technical and conference requirement you may have. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS: X X X X X X X

Flexible, experienced and personal service 7 dedicated and versatile function rooms 208 accommodation rooms – your choice of accommodation styles 203 Restaurant & bar – offering a la carte and scrumptious buffets Complimentary Continental breakfast with all accommodation rooms Complimentary onsite parking Close proximity to major tourist attractions

MAXIMUM ROOM CAPACITIES AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

COST U-SHAPE BOARDROOM THEATRE CABARET CLASSROOM BANQUET COCKTAIL AREA (M2) HEIGHT (M) $P/D

Federation

450

–

119

Canberra

450

100

104

2.2

Federation 900 & Canberra

45*

–

250

150

160

300**

223

2.2

Heritage

350

–

2.2

Colonial

300

–

2.2

Heritage & Colonial

450

–

120

2.2

Manuka

450

106

2.2

–

102

2.2

Courtyard & Brumbies 500 Bar * **

2.2

Facing Canberra wall Including courtyard

H OTEL H OTEL address Address line goes here address NewActon Nishi, 25 Edinburgh phone 02 0000 0000 phone 02 6287 6287 fax 02 0000 0000 email events@hotel-hotel.com.au email email@email.com.au web www.hotel-hotel.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au

Street, Canberra ACT 2601

ABOUT

Located within the award-winning NewActon precinct, Hotel Hotel offers 99 meticulously designed rooms and apartments, a 300 person capacity multi-purpose conference and event space, and a striking bar and lounge venue; all in a new approach to luxury hospitality. Moving away from the idea that the best level of service is defined in strictly traditional, conservative terms, our aim is simply to make our guests happy and cater for their every requirement with passion. STAY

Hotel Hotel, with 24 hour reception, an insightful concierge service, underground car parking, gym, superb bar & lounge, and free Wi-Fi throughout is the perfect place for business and pleasure. Our hotel rooms and apartments have views over Lake Burley Griffin, neighboring parklands, or internal gardens. Each room is a unique space with custom furnishings, original artworks and handmade details. Luxurious and technologically advanced yet warm and homely, Hotel Hotel is a place for people people.

MEET

The conference and business facilities at Hotel Hotel defy the prescribed norms for business and communication in Canberra. With a suite of spaces ranging from exclusive intimate rooms to fully equipped boardrooms, from gallery spaces to large multi-purpose venues; our capacity to host a variety of high impact corporate events and seminars is customised and world-class. In addition to the inhouse facilities, Hotel Hotel’s event capacities are enhanced by our relationship with the new Palace Electric independent cinema on the ground floor of the Nishi building, allowing access to the perfect presentation and performance environment just downstairs. CELEBRATE

Our talented event team will ensure that every detail of your celebration - whether that is a cocktail party for three hundred, a gala dinner for two hundred, or a private dinner for eight - is perfect. The Hotel Hotel event management team can take the stress out of AV solutions, floral and decor selections, music, and event stationary. Whether for an intimate chef’s table experience, a cooking class, a launch, or a formal banquet, Hotel Hotel is the venue everyone is talking about.

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CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA COCKTAIL

CABARET

Combined main room

200

300

150

200

North room

140

180

104

130

BANQUET

South room

Boardroom

Workshop

–

Study 4

CAPACITY THEATRE

Large theatre

196

–

Small theatre

100

–

V EONT E H ULE RNE A AM LM E 18 LineNational one line hereCircuit, Barton ACT 2600 Address goes here 02 XXXX 6163 1800 0000XXXX 0000 fax 02 XXXX 6260 0000XXXX 7751 0000 email emailaddress@here email@email.com.au bsm@hotelrealm.com.au web www.webaddress.here www.webaddress.com.au web www.hotelrealm.com.au address address phone

LOCATION X

Hotel Realm, Canberra’s most exclusive five star property, is located at the footsteps of Parliament House. Situated on National Circuit, Hotel Realm is surrounded by key national attractions including, the National Gallery of Australia, National Library, Old Parliament House, National Museum of Australia, Parliament House and the High Court of Australia.

MEET X

Hotel Realm offers a conference venue like no other. The National Ballroom has a seating capacity of 800 delegates, theatre style, or 550 delegates for an elegant seated dinner. The Ballroom can be divided into four functional spaces, pillarless, natural light and state of the art audio visual. The Sydney and Melbourne rooms are perfect for pre-dinner drinks, cocktail receptions and for breakout space located right outside the National Ballroom. Hotel Realm also boasts six boardrooms all with natural light, ideal for intimate board meetings and can seat up to 24 people. Hotel Realm is a refreshing place to meet in five star luxury.

TECHNICAL FACILITIES X

Our in house technical event and creative suppliers offers the most advanced audio visual presentation technology to ensure that your event runs smoothly. At Hotel Realm you can always be assured of the very best support for your event.

STAY X X

Hotel Realm has 158 hotel and suite style accommodation rooms. Each room is designed to envelope our guests in complete comfort and uncluttered space.

PLAY KONOBA RESTAURANT

– Contemporary Mediterranean cuisine, open 7 days a week. – Traditional tapas and pizza menu available

OSTANI LOUNGE, BAR & RESTAURANT

7 days a week. – Gourmet traditional Turkish cuisine, dine in or take-away. KUNDALINI HAIR – Kundalini uses Aveda products and is also home to Missoni home wares. EVO HEALTH CLUB – Fully equipped state-of-the-art Technogym available 7 days a week. MUDD THE SPA – Offering exclusive body and beauty treatments by Payot Paris. MAVI TURKISH

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X X X X

National Ballroom with a seating capacity of 800 delegates theatre style 6 Boardrooms 158 Hotel and Suite style accommodation 24 hour room service 3 restaurants and a bar Hair Salon In house gymnasium and day spa

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE COCKTAILS BANQUET CLASSROOM

AREA (M2)

HEIGHT (M) DIMENSIONS

High Courtyard North

100

High Courtyard South

National Ballroom One

120

106

3.7

7 x 15

National Ballroom Two

300

160

150

240

4.2

15 x 15

National Ballroom Three

300

160

150

240

4.2

15 x 15

National Ballroom Four

120

105

3.7

7 x 15

National Ballroom One & Two

420

400

240

210

345

4.2

22 x 15

National Ballroom Three & Four

420

400

270

200

345

4.2

22 x 15

National Two & Three

550

320

270

450

4.5

30 x 15

National Ballroom

800

550

400

690

4.2

46 x 15

BOARD ROOMS

Barton Boardroom Boardroom One Boardroom Two

CAPACITY

14 6 6

Boardroom One & Two

Boardroom Three

Boardroom Four

Boardroom Three & Four

H YAT T H O T E L C A N B E R R A

A PARK HYATT HOTEL

Commonwealth Avenue, Address line goes here Yarralumla ACT 2600 02 6270 0000 1234 0000 fax 02 6273 0000 0633 0000 email canberra.park@hyatt.com email@email.com.au web canberra.park.hyatt.com www.webaddress.com.au web address address phone

VENUE

Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel caters to you. Whether it is a dinner for 30 in the Black Mountain Room, cocktails for 270 in the exquisite Centenary Ballroom or a conference in the Federation Ballroom for 350 delegates, ten versatile venues are on offer. With its style and sophistication, Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel is the perfect conference, seminar, meeting, dinner and cocktails venue. Sun filled rooms, such as the elegant art deco Atrium, can be incorporated into an event as a reception or pre-dinner drinks area. ACCOMMODATION AND GUEST FACILITIES

The hotel has 252 guest rooms including six Park Suites, six Diplomatic Suites and a Presidential Suite, each with marble bathrooms featuring separate shower cubicle and oversized bath tubs. Club Room guests enjoy exclusive access to the Ambassador Lounge where evening drinks and canapés are served nightly and an extensive continental breakfast the next morning. Park Deluxe heritage inspired rooms are located in the hotel’s 1920’s heritage listed section. The hotel offers dining in the Promenade Café, where guests choose from the seasonal a la carte menu or buffet on weekends. For that informal get together or a decadent afternoon tea, the Tea Lounge is the perfect venue. Speakers Corner Bar and the Rose Courtyard, located in the hotel’s original 1920’s heritage listed section, are perfect for relaxation and are great places to discuss the day’s conferencing with your colleagues. The Clubhouse Fitness Centre includes a cardio theatre, weights room, indoor pool, spa and sauna and is complimentary to all in-house delegates. TECHNICAL

Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel understands the integral part of providing our guests with modern technology. New wide screens, with the largest measuring 5.5 m by 3 m, are the first installation in Canberra of its kind. New Panasonic projectors and a Meyer sound system will deliver cinema-quality audiovisual presentations in the Federation Ballroom. In addition, five new screens and sound systems have been installed throughout the function areas of the hotel. The high-speed internet service powered by Docomo Inter-Touch means fast downloads and reliable access to your emails and Internet based company networking. Wireless Internet technology is available throughout the conference venues and public areas. Whether you need a single connection, multiple connections or wireless capabilities Hyatt Hotel Canberra and Docomo Inter Touch can assist. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

As Canberra’s leading and award winning five star hotel, Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel has over 1,300sqm of events space, which when combined with catering provided by a team of chefs will deliver a memorable catered event to impress delegates at your next conference or event.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

DIMENSIONS

COCKTAILS

BANQUET

CLASSROOM

CABARET

AREA (M2)

HEIGHT (M)

Federation Ballroom

400

600

340

260

300

504

5.5

Federation Ballroom Nth

250

300

150

130

–

5.5

Federation Ballroom Sth

200

120

100

–

5.5

The Gallery

100

150

–

252

The Canberra Rm (total a,b,c)

150

180

120

100

189

Black Mountain Room (a)

Mount Ainslie Room (b)

Murrumbidgee Room (c)

The Assembly

250

270

180

150

174

2.5

Centenary 1 or 2

100

120

2.5

Centenary Centre

2.5

Lavender Courtyard

–

400

250

–

200

–

Rose Courtyard

–

400

250

–

200

–

Palm Courtyard Nth

–

140

–

112

–

Palm Courtyard Sth

–

140

–

112

–

Griffin’s

–

Centenary Ballroom

CAPACITY THEATRE

MANTR A ON NORTHBOURNE 84 Northbourne Ave, Braddon ACT 2612 02 6243 2510 fax 02 6243 2599 email northbourne.conf@mantra.com.au web www.mantra.com.au address phone

LOCATION

From Mantra on Northbourne, guests are within walking distance of the Casino and Lake Burley Griffin. Major attractions including Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, Australian War Memorial, the Royal Mint and Embassy Drive are all within a five minute drive of the hotel. Canberra Airport is approximately ten minutes driving distance. ACCOMMODATION AND GUEST FACILITIES

Perfectly located in the CBD with shopping and nightlife at your fingertips. Mantra on Northbourne offers spacious apartment style accommodation. Featuring a choice of Hotel Rooms, One and Two Bedroom Apartments, Mantra will suit all kinds of travelers. Hotel Rooms are appointed with a king size bed (or two singles), 32 inch LCD TV’s, in house movies, mini bar, WIFI access and individual climate control units. One Bedroom Apartments feature a lounge and dining area, queen size beds, private balconies, fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, WIFI access individual climate control units and in house movies. The Two Bedroom, Two bathroom Apartments have all the apartment facilities and can cater to a maximum of 6 guests. On site facilities include 24 hour reception, indoor heated pool, fully equipped gym, sauna and secure parking. CONFERENCING

Mantra on Northbourne provides flexible meeting space, superior service and a great location, providing the perfect venue for your next conference. Three function rooms can combine to make one large room catering for 10 to 150 people cocktail or theatre style, offering an array of choices when next planning a conference or meeting, with a plethora of technical solutions. Two of the three rooms provide natural lighting and all rooms are pillarless, with WIFI connectivity. If you are looking for a venue to hold your next dinner, cocktail party or networking event, Mantra on Northbourne is the place to be. Our dedicated Conference Sales Team can tailor a package to meet your budget as well as your expectations and our professional service will ensure each function runs to perfection. DINING

Zipprestaurantbar is a fully licensed restaurant and bar, located onsite. Offering a Modern International style a la carte menu in the evenings, along with a full buffet breakfast to start the day, Zipprestaurantbar is the perfect venue to enjoy a quiet meal or catch up with colleagues or friends over a casual drink. Room service is also available 24 hours for in-house guests.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE U-SHAPE CABARET BOARDROOM CLASSROOM COCKTAILS BANQUET AREA (M2) HEIGHT (M)

Tom Roberts

2.4

Arthur Boyd

2.4

Russell Drysdale

2.4

150

–

65–70

150

100

150

2.4

The Gallery* *

Pillarless venue space

V EANSUT E RNBAUM M I LED E R S A S S O C I A T I O N O F T H E A C T address 1 Iron Knob St, Fyshwick ACT 2609 address Address Line one line heregoes here address PO Box 1211, Fyshwick ACT 2609 phone 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 phone 02 6280 9119 fax 02 XXXX 0000XXXX 0000 fax 02 6280 9118 email emailaddress@here email@email.com.au email canberra@mba.org.au web www.webaddress.com.au web www.webaddress.here web www.mba.org.au

VENUE

The Master Builders Headquarters is a modern and purpose-built building, offering new training and meeting facilities at competitive prices. The building offers rooms of various sizes and layouts, including large capacity rooms, numerous smaller breakout areas and dining/kitchen facilities. The dedicated staff at Master Builders are trained to ensure your event is a success. The multi-purpose facilities are suitable for an array of uses, including administrative meetings, business seminars, conferences, board meetings, training sessions, product launches and media conferences. LOCATION

The Master Builders Headquarter is located in Fyshwick, just ten minutes from the city centre and eight minutes from Canberra Airport. Situated just off Canberra Avenue, a major thoroughfare road, it is easily accessible for interstate visitors. TECHNICAL

Facilities include: X High speed internet access X Whiteboard and markers X Data projector and screen X Inbuilt audio system X TV DVD/Video X Flip charts Other Services: Facsimile and photocopier X Master Builders Meeting Coordinator X Complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits X

IT ROOM

The Master Builders IT room is fitted with the latest Core 2 Duo computers with fast graphics, 22” widescreen monitors, Internet access, Office 2007 Professional (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, PowerPoint and Access) and printing capabilities. On-site IT support is also available and built into the hire cost. CATERING

Catering options include but are not limited to: light meals, morning and afternoon tea, sandwich platters, or boardroom silver service with wait staff. The Master Builders Meeting Coordinator will arrange all your catering needs through our preferred catering company, however we are equally happy for you to source your own catering should you choose. CARPARKING AND ACCOMMODATION

Your guests will not have to find or pay for parking as the Master Builders Headquarters offers 120 free car parking spaces onsite. Being located so close to both the City, Barton, Parkes and Queanbeyan, the Master Builders Headquarters is only a short distance away from both luxury and budget accommodation.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

DIMENSIONS (M)

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CLASSROOM

Training Room 5A&B

14 x 7

Training Room 5A

–

6.5 x 7

Training Room 5B

–

8x7

–

11.5 x 5.5 8 x 7.5

IT Room

CAPACITY THEATRE

Training Room 8

–

Boardroom

–

7 x 7.5

Breakout Room 1 (Interview Room)

–

3.5 x 3.5

Breakout Room 2 (Tea Room)

–

4x3

QUALIT Y HOTEL WODEN CONVENIENCE

The Quality Hotel Woden is attached to one of Canberra’s most popular licensed Clubs. Only minutes from the Canberra Hospital, the Royal Australian Mint, Parliament House and Westfield shopping centre, the property offers total comfort and convenience. The Hoyts Cinema complex, Pitch & Putt Golf, a Squash Centre and Phillip Swimming and Ice-Skating Centre are within easy walking distance. GUEST FACILITIES

address Corner Melrose Drive & Launceston Street, Phillip ACT 2606 phone 02 6281 7733 fax 02 6281 7730 email reservations@qualityhotelwoden.com

The rooms at the Quality Hotel Woden are spacious with the finest quality beds for Guest’s total comfort. Fully equipped with television, telephone, mini bar, tea/coffee making, steam irons and each room also has broadband, foxtel and inhouse movies. The adjoining Club offers two dining options with prices to suit the budget conscious without compromising on quality. CONFERENCE ROOMS

Quality Hotel Woden boasts four modern conference rooms able to cater for ten and up to 320 people. Quality Hotels dedicated conference coordinator and professional staff can organise everything for your function from audio visual hire, catering and all conference needs. Our professional staff are able to create a conference package to suit your individual needs.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

120

140

123

Melrose Room

–

Yamba Room

–

350

–

320

400

290

The Conference Centre

Launceston Room

U-SHAPE BOARDROOM BANQUET COCKTAIL

AREA (M2)

*Conference centre – separate breakout & outdoor areas *Melrose room – outdoor courtyard

QUALIT Y HOTEL DICKSON CONVENIENCE

The Quality Hotel Dickson is attached to one of Canberra’s most popular licensed Clubs with three excellent dining options. The property is also just short walk to over 30 of Canberra’s most popular restaurants. ACCOMMODATION AND GUEST FACILITIES

Quality Hotel Dickson’s newly refurbished rooms offers superior quality accommodation to corporate and government delegates travelling to Canberra for meetings or conferences. With 83 rooms and a variety of room types including Studio room, Spa room, King room, Standard room, Interconnecting room and Disable wheel chair accessible rooms. Corner Badham Street & Cape Street, Dickson ACT 2602 phone 02 6247 4744 fax 02 6247 4455 email functions@thetradies.com.au address

All rooms a fully equipped with 32 inch flat screen televisions, tea/coffee making facilities, toaster, microwave, iron and ironing board, telephone, broadband access, Wi-Fi internet, reverse cycle air-conditioning, hairdryers, foxtel and in-house movies. CONFERENCE ROOMS

The Quality Hotels dedicated conference co-ordinator and professional staff can organise everything for your function, from audio visual hire, catering, and special conference day packages. Our well-equipped conference facilities also feature wireless ADSL internet access, and car parking is never a problem with our complimentary parking for conference delegates. The Quality Hotel’s personalised and professional service is what sets it apart from other conference facilities. The atrium is ideal for breakouts, or guests can experience nostalgia by meeting in the tram carriage! We guarantee you it’s a unique experience. The hotel’s conference co-ordinator will look after you from initial meeting through to the completion of your event.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY HOLLOW SQUARE

BOARD ROOM

CABARET

CLASSROOM

COCKTAIL

THEATRE

U-SHAPE

DINNER

Trevor Scott Room

Rod Driver Room

–

Both Rooms

–

100

The Marquee

–

150

170

300

–

300

–

150

TH E Q – Q U E AN BEYAN PERFO R M IN G ARTS CENTRE LOCATION

Regarded as the premiere entertainment facility in the city, The Q is ideally situated in the heart of Queanbeyan’s CBD. Just 10 minutes from Canberra Airport, 20 minutes from Canberra City and surrounded by arts spaces, restaurants, clubs and the retail sector. VENUE

address Queanbeyan City Council Rear 253 Crawford Street, Queanbeyan NSW 2620 phone 02 6285 6290 fax 02 6285 6676 email manager.venueandevents@qcc.nsw.gov.au web www.theq.net.au

Whether it is a touring or local production, art exhibition, conference, wedding or a corporate evening of entertainment, you’ll find the ideal venue and service at The Q. The prestigious and quality facilities provide a range of unique spaces for performing and visual arts, corporate events and social occasions. Spacious, light and elegant these impressive surroundings are enhanced by a program of professional and amateur productions, changing art exhibitions and displays and is available to hire to create your ideal occasion. TECHNICAL

Extensive range of audio-visual equipment is available including state of the art projector and large drop down screen. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X X X X

X X

Magnificent award winning multi-purpose venue, opened in March 2008; Fully licensed bar and lounge areas; Orchestra pit; Disabled access; ‘The Q’ Foyer – spacious, light and elegant, suitable for weddings, receptions and cocktail functions; ‘The Q’ Theatre – seats 346 comfortably in a warm and intimate atmosphere. ‘The Q’ Art & Exhibition Space – stunning space for exhibitions, displays, elegant dinner or cocktail parties, also suitable for lectures or as a conference room; ‘The Q’ VIP Room – elegant and unique space for boardroom meetings.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY AREA

THEATRE

BANQUET

COCKTAIL

BOARDROOM

CLASSROOM

BUFFET

CABARET

Theatre

346

–

Exhibition Space

100

120

VIP Boardroom Foyer

U-SHAPE

–

200

160

350

–

160

145

–

QUE ANBEYAN BICENTENNIAL HALL LOCATION

Ideally situated in the heart of Queanbeyan’s CBD. Just ten minutes from Canberra Airport, 20 minutes from Canberra City and surrounded by arts spaces, restaurants, clubs and the retail sector. VENUE

address Queanbeyan City Council Rear 253 Crawford Street, Queanbeyan NSW 2620 phone 02 6285 6289 fax 02 6285 6679 email conferencebookings@qcc.nsw.gov.au web www.qcc.nsw.gov.au

The Queanbeyan Bicentennial Hall is Queanbeyan’s original community facility and is an ideal location for your next function. This multipurpose venue is suitable for a variety of uses and is comfortable for groups ranging from 100 to 800 people. The auditorium has a fully licensed bar and a high quality parquetry dance floor which makes it the perfect space for any social gathering. The venue has disability access, a mezzanine area and a parent’s room and is surrounded by ample free parking. Our dedicated functions team will provide you with friendly, professional service to ensure your function is a resounding success. CATERING

We have a range of catering packages available which are designed to suit any event. We are able to utilise our preferred catering company or alternatively, you are welcome to source your own caterer, if preferred. TECHNICAL

A full range of audio visual equipment is available, with the flexibility to tailor packages to suit your individual requirements. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X X

X X X X

The Bicentennial Hall provides a range of spaces to meet all your conference needs Suitable for weddings, formal dinners, balls, live performances, corporate events, tradeshows, receptions, training seminars, civic receptions, sporting functions and award ceremonies The auditorium is 700 sq metres with a high quality parquetry dance floor and a fully licensed bar Fully equipped commercial kitchen facilities Connected to The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre via an internal linkway Disabled access Free parking

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

Elegant, classic, professional function venue

Auditorium

CAPACITY THEATRE

BANQUET

COCKTAIL

BOARDROOM

CLASSROOM

BUFFET

CABARET

U-SHAPE

800

550

800

400

550

TVHE E N UB ER ANSAS M E YE O F C A N B E R R A address Belmore Gardens & Macquarie address Address line goes here toll free 1800 659 191 phone 02 0000 0000 phone 02 6273 3766 fax 02 0000 0000 fax 02 6273 2791 email email@email.com.au email conference@brassey.net.au web www.webaddress.com.au web www.brassey.net.au

Street, Barton ACT 2600

LOCATION

Ideally located within the Parliamentary Triangle set amidst 2 ½ acres of manicured gardens, the Brassey is a ten minute stroll from fashionable Manuka Village and many of the National Capital’s major attractions. This heritage property is located on the fringes of the Parliamentary triangle and 8 km west from Canberra’s International Airport. VENUE

Old world charm with modern facilities, Canberra’s award winning boutique heritage hotel offers charming accommodation with superb appointments and excellent conference facilities. Originally built as a guest house for the exclusive use of Australia’s pioneering members of Parliament and government officials relocating to Canberra. This elegant colonial-style building is set in quiet leafy surroundings amongst tree lined avenues, surrounded by private gardens.

Five meeting rooms accommodate a total of 160 people (theatre style). The Barton Ballroom has the added facility of being adjacent to our private garden courtyard. Business facilities include, photocopier, facsimile, modem, PCs, paper shredder, committee rooms and registration desk. ACCOMMODATION AND GUEST FACILITIES

Old world charm with modern day facilities, offering 75 rooms including two suites with a total accommodation capacity for 150 people. The rooms are recently refurbished, with individual heating and air-conditioning, private facilities, refrigerator, mini bar, colour TV, clock radio, international direct-dial telephones, modem connections and all heritage rooms feature Foxtel. The Brassey can offer non-smoking accommodation and physically challenged rooms, 24 hour reception, laundry/valet service, doctor/nurse on call, babysitting, offstreet parking for 50 cars. All credit cards and eftpos accepted. TECHNICAL

PA system, microphones, video recorders, DVD and CD players, overhead projectors, data projectors, screens, whiteboards, easels, flipcharts, lecterns and electronic whiteboards. Complete blackout accommodated. 2

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

The Belmore Restaurant and Garden Bar, with seating for up to 90 people is open for evening, dining six nights a week, Monday through Saturday. The Barton Courtyard is ideally suited to outdoor entertaining, a charming atmosphere in a picturesque garden. The Brassey offers complimentary use of the Barton Tennis Club and guest playing privileges at the Royal Military Duntroon College Golf Course. The Brassey can help you with a selection of packages including balloon flights over Canberra, galleries, museums and the theatre. IMAGES

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Heritage accommodation with the Hotel set in 2 ½ acres Barton Ballroom with adjacent private garden court yard Barton Room 2 Macquarie Street Hotel Entrance

3 CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA COCKTAIL

BANQUET

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

OTHER

Barton Ballroom

160

180

130

–

Barton Room 1

100

Barton Room 2

100

Macquarie Room

Piano Room

–

Belmore Annexe

–

Belmore Restaurant

–

100

–

BARTON BALLROOM

BARTON ROOM 1

BARTON ROOM 2

MACQUARIE ROOM

PIANO ROOM

BELMORE RESTAURANT

170.25

86.5

83.6

45.5

44.25

131

2.6

3.3

Length (m)

22.4

11.4

8.1

7.9

17.7

Width (m)

7.6

5.4

5.6

7.4

DIMENSIONS

Total Area (metre sq.) Room Height (m) 4

CAPACITY THEATRE

UC EVENTS address Building address Address24, lineUniversity goes here Drive,

South Bruce, University of Canberra ACT 2601 02 0000 6201 5990 0000 fax 02 0458 mobile 0000706 0000 878 email lisa.finlayson@canberra.edu.au email@email.com.au web www.ucevents.com.au www.webaddress.com.au phone

LOCATION

Located amongst the natural landscape of the University of Canberra, and situated within the Bruce Precinct just ten minutes from both the Canberra City centre and the Belconnen town centre, “UC Events” has available a diverse range of meeting rooms, lecture theatres and conference venues, any one of which could ideally suit your next function. The venues include: The Ann Harding conference centre, Building 24. This new building opened in September 2010. With its solar panels, rainwater tanks and energy efficient design this is the first certified five star – Green Star Education Building in the ACT. The building won the public architecture award and sustainable architecture award at the Australian Institute of Architects’ 2011 ACT Architecture Awards. The Building featuring a major conference room and two seminar rooms adjacent to a large entry foyer with gallery display space, this venue has state-of-the-art audio visual services, from an assisted hearing audio loop to large screen video conferencing. An ideal venue for conferences, seminars and presentations, for groups from ten to 200, the building also offers on site accommodation through four serviced apartments. The Clive Price conference rooms; are central to the University in Building one. These two recently refurbished rooms have the flexibility to accommodate a variety of meeting styles from boardroom to classroom, from theatre style to a formal dinner. These rooms have fantastic natural light, with blockout blinds when needed, and come equipped with white boards, projection units and with a range of audio visual services available. The Refectory; Building one X

From rock concerts to balls, the walls of the Refectory would have many tales to tell, if only she could talk! With a multimillion dollar upgrade in 2010, the Refectory boasts light filled, open spaces which provide the perfect backdrop for larger functions. The spaciousness of this venue allows for a multitude of room set ups, making the Refectory a perfect choice for a variety of events.

The Innovation Centre at Building 22, is another venue offering a variety of seminar and training rooms, all with extensive audio visual support including video conferencing. This is just one of the assorted dedicated training and seminar facilities on the campus that UC Events can provide access to. Catering can be provided to all venues, and our professional and experienced catering team can deliver quality catering for your event, and can assist you with packages for your budget. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X

All the UC Events conference rooms are easily accessible, with convenient free parking and access to public transport to the city and other city centres. All the venues are in close proximity to each other, and within easy walking distance of commercial services including banks, a post office and a variety of cafes. A broad range of audio visual and teaching aids are available.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY THEATRE

U-SHAPE

DINING

COCKTAIL EXHIBITION

Ann Harding Room

240

140

–

140

–

150

400

NATSEM Seminar 1

–

NATSEM Seminar 2

–

NATSEM Foyer Clive Price 1

150

–

Clive Price 2

–

Refectory

–

600

–

Theatre B1

150

–

Theatre B14

600

–

B22 * By arrangement

100

CLASSROOM BOARDROOM CABARET

AUSTR ALIAN LE AD ERSH I P INN OVATI O N CENTRE (ALI C) VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

The Australian Leadership Innovation Centre (ALiC) is a unique meeting and corporate event facility. The centre is an architecturally designed adult learning space, equipped with state-of-the-art technology and is a stimulating, creative and flexible learning environment. The Cauldron accommodates 30 to 100 participants (depending on seating configuration). The Telopea and York rooms generously seat 17 to 35 participants. The open-plan, modern and relaxing breakout area offers a delightful environment for you to enjoy our quality catering and refreshments. ALiC also offers three dedicated coaching rooms, should you require additional space to conduct smaller 1:1 sessions. Level 2, 9 Sydney Avenue, Barton ACT 2600 02 6273 0168 fax 02 6273 0246 email alic@yellowedge.com.au address phone

ALiC is available for half-day, full-day, breakfast meetings and networking/cocktail functions. ALIC INCLUSIONS X X X X X X X X X X X

Onsite secure undercover parking Audio visual media wall Promethean ACTIVBoards Fully supported web conferencing Wireless internet access Data projector and related equipment Onsite administration Flip charts and presentation paper Water and mints Daily newspapers and current magazines in breakout area Catering and Cocktail packages to suit your requirements

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY USHAPE

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

WORKGROUPS

BOARDROOM

COCKTAIL

Cauldron

100

200

Telopea

–

York

–

AUSTR ALIAN NATI O NAL U N IVERSIT Y VENUE HIRE AT THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

The Australian National University Campus is located on a 150 hectare site in Canberra and is comfortably nestled between native bush land, Lake Burley Griffin and the city centre. It has a wide range of venues for hire ranging from 500 seats to smaller breakout or meeting rooms.

Venue Hire & Client Services Coordinator Space Services Program, Division of Information Australian National University phone 02 6125 0435 mobile 0416 249 314 fax 02 6125 5599 email venuehire@anu.edu.au

ANU is an ideal location for groups of up to 1400, providing a safe, friendly and attractive learning environment, with all the facilities close at hand. All rooms are fitted with an array of audio visual equipment with the larger venues incorporating multi-window, high-definition screens and touchpanel interface for easy functionality. Public transport is available on the campus and there is ample pay parking close by. We also operate a Video Conferencing Centre that is a cost-effective method of communication for people separated by distance. The Video Conferencing facility offers high quality multiple site video conferencing for lectures, meetings, conferences, interviews to national and international locations for 1–50 people.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY THEATRE

Lecture Theatres (27)

STYLE CLASSROOM

100–500

–

Raked

Classrooms

–

20–100

Flat

Cocktail

–

600

Flat

Hollow Square

–

Flat

101

BELCONNEN PREMIER INN LOCATION

Positioned in an easy to find location just 10 minutes from Canberra City, Belconnen Premier Inn offers easy access to the Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra Stadium, Government Departments such as Australian Bureau of Statistics and Department of Immigration, shops, cinemas, restaurants and the business district of Belconnen. ACCOMMODATION

110 Benjamin Way, Belconnen ACT 2617 02 6253 3633 fax 02 6253 3688 email sales@belconnenpremierinn.com web www.belconnenpremierinn.com

Built in 1999 and rated four stars, this 75 room hotel offers a versatile selection of rooms, suites and 2 bed apartments that are all tailored with the business guest in mind. Hotel facilities include Benjamin’s Brasserie and Bar, business centre, three function areas and a cardio workout room. Come for work but stay for the hospitality.

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CONFERENCE FACILITIES

Belconnen Premier Inn hosts five private conference or breakout rooms able to cater for 10 to 110 people in a banquet setting. All rooms overlook the trees of Benjamin Way through floor-to-ceiling glass windows and are equipped with complimentary broadband, climate controlled air-conditioning, three levels of lighting and the flexibility of dedicated service staff. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

With a theme of natural light flowing throughout the property, versatile and flexible facilities and staff, Belconnen Premier Inn offers a refreshing alternative for your next business event.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

COCKTAILS

BANQUET

CLASSROOM

U-SHAPE

CABERET

AREA (M2)

120

150

110

100

190

Oak Room One

Boardroom Suite

–

Oak Room

BU RGM ANN CO LLEGE LOCATION

Burgmann College is a student residence on the Australian National University (ANU) Campus. Situated in a parkland setting amid mature trees, lawns and gardens Burgmann College provides a unique environment for your event. The College’s proximity to the ANU and the CBD makes it an ideal location for business, academic and community groups to hold conferences, workshops, seminars and social functions. ACCOMMODATION

address Building 52, Daley Road, ANU Campus, Acton ACT 2601 phone 02 6125 6100 fax 02 6257 2655 email conference@burgmann.anu.edu.au web www.burgmann.anu.edu.au

During the ANU summer semester break (late November - early February), Burgmann College is available for live-in residential conferences for groups of up to 340 people in a mixture of single student style rooms and apartments with shared bathroom facilities. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X

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Seven multi-purpose rooms featuring plenty of natural light with views over gardens and courtyards Several rooms featuring flexible layouts Multi-faith Chapel available for weddings The College’s grounds offer a number of areas suitable for cocktail and social functions Professional in house caterers offering tailored menus, special dietary requirements and packed lunches ranging from standard sandwich packs to deluxe gourmet hampers Disabled access

TECHNICAL X X X X X

Wireless internet access Electronic whiteboards Data projectors and screens Flip charts Microphone

AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE U-SHAPE BOARDROOM CLASSROOM BANQUET CABARET

HEIGHT (M)

Chapel

102

110

Chafe

–

Tutorial

–

Hawker

–

2.4

Grenfell Price

102

COCKTAIL AREA (M2)

–

3.4

Common

250

–

104

350

256

2.8

Dining Hall

400

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248

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312

4.4

VEN UBERR CAN E NA A MBUSIN E ESS EVENT CENTRE The Canberra Business Event Centre has been developed as a venue to showcase the ACT and region’s strengths to international and interstate business visitors. State of the art conference facilities equipped with superb catering provided by our caterers Hudson’s Catering along with cutting edge technology, set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Burley Griffin. There is no better location to showcase your next conference, launch, cocktail party or dinner than the Canberra Business Event Centre. THE FACILITY

Regatta Point, Commonwealth Park, Acton ACT 2600 phone 02 6207 7394 fax 02 6207 7395 email robert.jeston@act.gov.au web www.cbec.com.au address

The Panorama Room contains a modern and contemporary interior, which overlooks icons such as the National Library and the High Court of Australia. The Panorama Room seats up to 22 around a custom built silky oak table. The Panorama Room is suited to meetings, conferences or light lunches. TECHNOLOGY: X X X X

50” Wallmounted plasma screen with digital laptop compatibility Telephone conferencing (up to 22 people) CD/DVD/VCR Wireless Internet

The Eye boasts an area with panoramic views over Lake Burley Griffin to Parliament House and surrounding icons. The Eye is perfectly suited to launches, cocktail parties, dinners and exhibitions and caters for a range of functions from intimate gatherings to larger events. The Eye can offer U-shape, theatre, banquet and class room style set up. TECHNOLOGY: X X X X X X

Audio visual screens with digital light projectors Six Lite Pro projectors CD/DVD/VCR (two PC’s and lap top connection) Wireless Internet Full digital capability Lapel and hand held microphones

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY BOARDROOM

THEATRE

CABARET

COCKTAIL

U-SHAPE

DINNER

–

130

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The Eye The Panorama Room

CAN BERR A INSTITUTE O F TECHN O LO GY CIT FUNCTIONS AND CONFERENCES

Located just a few minutes walk from the heart of Canberra, CIT Functions is the perfect place for your next event. The three-time National Tourism Award winning training institution is well known around the capital for its great food, friendly service and reasonable prices. Boasting a boardroom, and function and restaurant facilities, CIT Functions can cater for any event up to 260 people. Ample parking is also available. CIT RESTAURANT

Enjoy contemporary dining at a reasonable price at the CIT Restaurant. address CIT Tourism and Hotel Management K Block, Constitution Avenue, Reid ACT 2601 phone 02 6205 1935 email nicholas.mitchell@cit.edu.au web www.cit.edu.au

The fully-licenced CIT Restaurant is an a la carte training restaurant open to the general public. Enjoy casual dining, great service and spectacular views. To make a reservation at the CIT Restaurant contact (02) 6205 1935 or 0409 444 706. COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS

The CIT Demonstration Kitchen is available for hire. With state-of-the-art facilities, this fully operational kitchen has full audio visual equipment, seating capacity of 100 and plasma screens for ease of viewing. Help us train the professionals of tomorrow whilst enjoying a first class experience today.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY THEATRE

COCKTAILS

BANQUET

CLASSROOM

CABARET

U-SHAPE

AREA (M2)

Lounge

59.5

Restaurant 1

Restaurant 2

100

Restaurant 3

Restaurant 4

240

260

140

120

–

444

Full Restaurant

103

CO U NTRY COM FO RT H OTEL LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS, GUEST FACILITIES

Country Comfort Hotel Canberra is ideally located just 20 minutes drive south of Canberra and the International Airport. We back on to the Brindabella ranges and play host each night to the friendly resident kangaroos. Country Comfort Greenway has two function rooms which can accommodate more than 100 people. Weddings and conferences are our speciality.

46 Rowland Rees Crescent, Greenway ACT 2900 02 6293 3666 fax 02 6293 3444 email sales.tuggeranonghotel@gmail.com web www.countrycomfortgreenway.com address phone

The hotel is adjacent to the Tuggeranong Office Park, Hyperdome and various sporting clubs. Within a brief walking distance you will discover the ten pin bowling centre, cinema complex, local restaurants, basketball stadium, Tuggeranong Lake, aquatic centre and bus terminal which has buses servicing the Canberra district on a regular basis. We have a variety of rooms with twin and triple beds, family rooms, disabled rooms, and spa and honeymoon suites. Facilities include an indoor pool, gym, sauna, spa, restaurant and bar with daily happy hour specials. Free WiFi, free in-room movies, and ample free parking. Attractive packages are available for accommodation, conferences and groups.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY THEATRE

CLASSROOM

CABARET

BANQUET

U-SHAPED

Monaro A

100

Monaro B

150

120

Monaro A + B

CSI RO D ISCOVERY CENTRE LOCATION:

Next door to the Australian National Botanic Gardens and opposite the Australian National University, the CSIRO Discovery Centre is a function space with a unique atmosphere, housed in an award-winning designed building with a tropical garden atrium. Discovery can provide your event with fun interactive science experiences for that point of difference and our team can help you source speakers from CSIRO. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS: X X

North Science Road, Acton ACT 2601 02 6246 4601 fax 02 6246 4600 email info.discovery@csiro.au web www.csiro.au/discovery address

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170 seat state-of-the-art lecture theatre is a tiered theatre space with modern AV Gallery space provides a relaxed setting for receptions, small workshops and is an ideal art gallery or room for displays On-site caterer can tailor a menu to suit your needs or you can enjoy a relaxed meal at the cafe (seats 150) Boardroom for small groups and meetings Perfect for school or education groups and functions Free parking

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BANQUET

CLASSROOM

U-SHAPED

Theatre

170

–

Gallery

–

Boardroom

104

CAPACITY THEATRE

BOARDROOM

DIAMANT HOTEL CANBERRA FUNCTIONS & EVENTS

The Diamant Hotel provides various boutique settings suitable for your event, boasting modern facilities and state of the art audio visual equipment combined with the professional service of experienced and friendly staff in a superior location.

15 Edinburgh Avenue, Canberra ACT 2601 02 6175 2222 fax 02 6175 2233 email canberra@diamant.com.au web www.diamant.com.au address phone

Ngunnawal and Smith Murdoch are perfect for small to medium size business forums. Networking functions, meetings, training workshops, presentations, small conferences, product launches, sales presentations and social events can also be held comfortably. Specialist catering can also be organised for your event at an extra cost. If a more bespoke experience is required, a picturesque and spacious courtyard, intimate theatre and award winning Bicicletta Restaurant are also available to make your event extra special. The Diamant team offer unsurpassed personalised service expected from a deluxe boutique hotel with fantastic conference facilities. Contact the Diamant Hotel today so you can see how this award winning hotel can take your next event to a whole new level. BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION

The Diamant Hotel is Best Superior Accommodation (ACT) winner, awarded by the prestigious Australian Hotel Association for two years running 2011 and 2012. This spectacular 80 room hotel is located within the vibrant New Acton precinct. Spacious guest rooms are equipped with the latest security, technology and in-room entertainment. The boutique touches, like the private artwork collection displayed throughout the property, and the dedication to providing service that surpasses the expectations of guests make the Diamant Hotel truly unique. Additionally, the Diamant Hotel offers a collection of designer one bedroom lofts plus two and three bedroom apartments. CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

COCKTAILS

BANQUET

BOARDROOM

Ngunnawal

AREA (M2)

Smith Murdoch

Library Bar

–

Bicicletta

–

100

–

165

Kendall Lane

–

Courtyard (outdoor)

200

100

–

250

GO LD CREEK STATI O N LOCATION

Situated on a 1500 acre working sheep and cattle property, in a picturesque rural setting, only 15 minutes from the city centre, and minutes from other major attractions. VENUE

The 200 seat capacity function room is housed in a unique building made from recycled farm sheds. The outdoor bar area has seating for a further 30 people at tables built from the old Commonwealth Avenue bridge. Demonstrations are held a short walking distance from the main facility. Accessible coach parking is available as well as disabled access. address Victoria Street Hall ACT 2618 PO Box 473 Hall ACT 2618 phone 02 6227 6586 email enquiries@gold-creek.com.au web www.gold-creek.com.au

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Gold Creek Station is the perfect day or evening venue for an authentic cultural experience. Visitors are treated to an educational and entertaining hands-on experience coupled with exceptional country hospitality. They will be greeted by the local farmers, then view demonstrations of sheep dogs mustering sheep, enjoy sheep shearing in a genuine woolshed, learn how merino wool is classed and even catch a sheep. Entertaining, informative and interactive talks on the sheep and wool industry accompany the demonstrations. Afterwards, guests can enjoy a traditional Australian barbeque lunch or dinner and attempt boomerang throwing. This unique venue is the ideal setting for your launch, welcome reception, or post conference event where your delegates can network, or simply unwind.

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M AWSO N CLU B LOCATION

Section 57 is conveniently situated in the heart of the suburb of Mawson in Canberra’s south. Canberra’s CBD and airport are just 20 minutes away and the major Westfield shopping centre is only a short five minutes drive. VENUE DESCRIPTION

10 Heard St Mawson, ACT 2607 02 6286 1600 fax 02 6290 1994 email functions@mawsonclub.com.au web www.mawsonclub.com.au address

Adjacent to, and complimenting the Mawson Club, is Section 57. A relaxed, stylish conference and function venue, catering to those wanting a more boutique experience. The décor is a blend of contemporary materials, colours and lighting and beautiful recycled timbers. The sandstone fireplace and roof-to-floor glass enhances the atmosphere. Large fold-away doors and windows lead to a beautiful sun drenched courtyard.

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VENUE HIGHLIGHTS: X X X X X X X

Free on site parking Dedicated Conference Coordinator Multi award winning venue and team Stylish meeting and event space Wi-Fi available Flexible and creative conference packages Citrus Café and two other bars are located within the complex

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY AREA

THEATRE

CABARET

U-SHAPE

BOARDROOM COCKTAIL PARTY

BANQUET

180

M ERCU RE CAN BERR A LOCATION

Mercure Canberra is superbly located, only moments from the city centre, Canberra Convention Centre and popular Canberra attractions as well shops and entertainment. Mercure Canberra is also only minutes from Canberra Airport, Australian National University, Canberra University and the Australian Institute of Sport. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Cnr Ainslie and Limestone Avenues, Braddon, ACT 2612 postal address P.O. Box 278, Civic Square, ACT 2608 phone 02 6243 0000 fax 02 6243 0001 web www.accorhotels.com/5509 address

Mercure Canberra combines old world charm with modern comforts. The hotel completed a full refurbishment in 2012 and offers three flexible meeting rooms, with capacity to seat from five to 180 people and an outdoor terrace that can host an event for up 80. A dedicated events specialist will be assigned to your event and you can relax knowing that we look after everything, even the environment – as all Mercure Meetings are certified Carbon Neutral. X X X X X X X X

129 guest rooms Three meeting rooms with an outdoor terrace that can host up to 80 people 24 hour reception The Courtyard Restaurant Ainslie Bar, Bistro and Beer Garden Gymnasium Complimentary car parking Le Club Accorhotels Meeting Planner reward program

TECHNICAL

Our in house Audio Visual supplier, Fairchild Multimedia not only have the equipment and technology to ensure a successful event, but also have the most important element, a qualified, experienced and dedicated audio visual manager to assist with and help deliver outstanding results. CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

DIMENSIONS U SHAPE

THEATRE

CABARET 6

BANQUET*

COCKTAIL

Carlton Room

229

200

180

200

Grosvenor Room

112

Grosvenor/ Carlton Room

341

–

230

260

Ainslie Boardroom

Courtyard Terrace

130

–

*Without dance floor

106

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AREA (M²)

CLASSROOM BOARDROOM

N OVOTEL CAN BERR A LOCATION

Novotel Canberra is a 4.5 star hotel, ideally located in the heart of the city. Novotel Canberra is a 200m walk from Canberra’s café, entertainment and retail precinct and is within walking distance to the National Convention Centre. ACCOMMODATION

Featuring 286 spacious rooms, suites and apartments. All rooms feature LCD screens, Sleepmaker beds, cordless phones with private voicemail, large ergonomic working desks, and Wi-Fi connectivity. GUEST FACILITIES

65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra ACT 2600 phone 02 6245 5000 fax 02 6245 5100 email h2796-sb01@accor.com web www.novotelcanberra.com.au address

The Hotel offers a variety of food and beverage options including One Restaurant and Bar and 24 hour room service along with fitness facilities such as an indoor heated pool, spa and sauna plus a fully equipped gymnasium and in room yoga channel. MEETING@NOVOTEL

With seven versatile conference rooms that provide event space for up to 200 delegates, Novotel Canberra is the perfect choice for your next event in Canberra. Flexible solutions are provided with a wide selection of audio visual equipment and guaranteed Wi-Fi connectivity in all conference rooms and public areas. Novotel Canberra offers a diverse and flexible range of catering options, including dining at One Restaurant and Bar, healthy choice meals, themed breaks or canapés and cocktails. CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

ROOM NAME THEATRE CLASSROOM BOARDROOM U-SHAPE BANQUET

COCKTAIL

CABARET

AREA (M2)

HEIGHT (M)

Cook

2.9

Clarke

2.9

Jones

2.9

Reid

2.9

100

–

100

110

2.9

150

–

112

150

165

2.9

200

–

160

200

114

220

2.9

PFA

–

2.9

Keelty

2.7

Brdrm

–

2.4

PDR

–

2.7

PAL ACE ELECTRI C CIN EM A LOCATION

Located in Canberra’s NewActon Nishi Precinct, featuring stunning contemporary architectural style and the world’s best sustainability practices. A short walk to the city centre and major cultural attractions with spectacular views across the lake to Parliament House and Australia’s national icons. TECHNICAL

address NewActon Nishi, 2 Phillip Law Street, (end of Marcus Clarke Street), Canberra phone 1300 620 809 email events.act@palacecinemas.com.au web www.palacecinemas.com.au

Palace Electric’s boutique auditoria are equipped with QSC processors and speakers with provision for Blu-ray, DVD and laptop presentations. Pair your event with a beautiful state of the art cinematic experience of a preview or new release film via 2k digital resolution projectors, 3D technology and 5.1 digital surround sound. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X

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Make an impression with a cherished experience at Palace Electric and share in our passion for making your occasion one to remember Eight luxurious auditoria Prosecco Bar featuring premium international wine and beer Electric Espresso featuring Italian style gourmet tastings Catering available Exclusive access to advance and new release film screenings Disabled access Parking available

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

Prosecco Bar

200

Cinema 1

Cinema 2

101

Cinema 3

100

Cinema 4

193

Cinema 5

Cinema 6

Cinema 7

Cinema 8

107

TH E PARKL AN DS APARTM ENT H OTEL Looking for the perfect venue for your next conference or event? The Parklands Apartment Hotel Dickson is it. We can cater for ten to 100 of your delegates in our spacious and inviting conference rooms. As a medium sized hotel The Parkland Apartment Hotel in Dickson is able to offer a selection of services tailored to its valued clientele. Along with facilities you would expect of a larger property services include complimentary broadband, an indoor heated pool, gymnasium, business centre & guest laundry. Conference bookings over 40 people will have our undivided attention as we will give you and your event exclusive use of our function rooms, giving you the level of service deserved when meeting at The Parklands. 6 Hawdon Place, Dickson ACT 2602 phone 02 6262 7000 fax 02 6262 6000 email gm@theparklands.com.au web www.theparklands.com.au address

We have two conference rooms which can be connected to create one large open area. The ‘Skylight’ and ‘Dickson’ rooms are both rectangle shaped rooms and are equipped with climate controlled air conditioning, complimentary broadband access and a large variety of audio visual technology available for your convenience. Each of these rooms has the ability to comfortably seat up to 50 of your delegates and still offer adequate floor space for additional activities. Our conference rooms will provide the perfect setting for your next event. Exhibitors looking for a quality space to impress their buyers will not be disappointed with what The Parklands has to offer. There are also a large number of catering options available to you and your guests, whether you simply require tea and coffee or a fully serviced dinner, at The Parklands, our team is on hand to ensure your catering necessities are met to your exact specifications. As well as your event requirements, we can also assist you with accommodating your interstate delegates and executive. We offer an array of hotel and apartment style accommodation ranging from Studio Apartments all the way up to Four Bedroom Apartments, we are able to ensure every one of your attendees are made comfortable in their home away from home, here at the Parklands Apartment Hotel Dickson.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

Skylight & Dickson Skylight room

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

U–SHAPE

CABARET

140

AREA (M2)

175

100

Dickson room

Board room

Break out rooms (4)

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TH E D ECK AT REGAT TA PO INT LOCATION

Overlooking Lake Burley Griffin and Commonwealth Park, The Deck at Regatta Point is Canberra’s most picturesque venue. It boasts Canberra’s most amazing views and comprises of indoor and outdoor aspects, complimented by floor to ceiling glass that literally fills the venue with natural light. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS X

The Deck at Regatta Point Barrine Drive, Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6230 7234 fax 02 6230 7912 email enquiries@artisticfood.com.au web www.thedeckatregattapoint.com.au address

The Deck offers modern surrounds and versatility when it comes to its capacity to handle all types of events and occasions Contemporary décor adds a modern touch and is versatile enough to cater for a wide range of functions including, breakfast, lunch, private dinner, cocktail parties and weddings Flexibility and expertise allows us the luxury of offering a full range of services including, audio visual, theming & entertainment. The Deck goes above and beyond food and beverage catering to incorporate all aspects of an outstanding event. The Deck operates as a Café seven days a week, for breakfast and lunch only.

BOOKINGS X

For all restaurant and function bookings, please call our friendly sales team at The Deck on 02 6230 7234.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY

Inside Deck Inside + Deck

DINNER

140 120 With Dancefloor 140 250*

* Marquee maybe required if dining outside

108

COCKTAIL

THEATRE

CABARET

200

150

60 Half rounds

250

–

420

–

TU G GER AN O N G COM MU N IT Y AN D FU N CTI O N CENTRE LOCATION

This unique venue, overlooking picturesque Lake Tuggeranong, is centrally located in the heart of Tuggeranong Town Centre, just 20 minutes from Civic and around 10 minutes from Woden, with abundant car parking nearby. VENUE

The Centre has a relaxed community feel, and our goal is to provide you with professional service and a quality experience. We offer a range of rooms suitable for groups up to 180 guests. Catering services are available from the Jetty Cafe with packages tailored to suit individual needs. 245 Cowlishaw St, Greenway ACT 2900 02 6293 6500 fax 02 6293 6555 email admin@commsatwork.org web www.commsatwork.org address phone

To complement the stunning water views, we have highly competitive prices; free Wi‑Fi, bright and airy conference rooms; air‑conditioned comfort; and access to a large, commercial style kitchen for self catering. All profits go to support the Canberra community. FACILITIES

Our rooms are professionally appointed and ideally suited to board meetings, corporate conferences, training and private functions. BONYTHON NEIGHBOURHOOD HALL

This facility provides a large hall with modern decor and abundant natural light. Kitchen facilities are also available.

CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

THEATRE STYLE

BANQUET

BOARDROOM

AREA (M2)

Lake View Ballroom

180

150

216

Bonython Neighbourhood Hall

100

111

Balcony Room

Boulevard Room

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NuSkills Training Room

U N IVERSIT Y H OUSE LOCATION

Located in the centre of Canberra at the Australian National University and a short stroll from the National Museum and Lake Burley Griffin. University House offers exceptional dining and function facilities surrounded by graceful gardens and parkland. VENUE

1 Balmain Crescent, Acton ACT 2601 02 6125 5270 or 02 6125 5271 fax 02 6125 5256 email lyn.north@anu.edu.au or jessica.lemmich@anu.edu.au web www.anu.edu.au/unihouse

With a choice of 11 function rooms, we can plan the perfect event with flexible configurations to cater for any requirement. We offer catering to include morning and afternoon teas, lunches and elegant dinners. A full range of the latest audio visual equipment is available including conference telephones and Wi-Fi.

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VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Boffins Restaurant & Bar – set on the grounds of Australia’s most prestigious university. Fine food with a superb collection of wines combined with efficient and friendly service. Fellows Bar & Café – sophisticated and set in relaxed surroundings, it offers breakfast lunch and dinner incorporating the al fresco areas of the Fellows Garden, making it the perfect place to unwind. University House offers accommodation in 105 well appointed rooms to satisfy every guest. ROOMS FOR CONFERENCES AND RECEPTIONS VENUE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CLASS

COCKTAILS

BANQUET/BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

Hall

275

120

350

220

Common Room

160

200

Drawing Room

100

Seminar Rooms – ABC

–

Meetings Room

–

Stanner Room

–

Scarth Room

Fellows Room

–

Torrance Room

–

Joplin Room

–

Forrest Room

–

109

AD INA APARTM ENT H OTEL CAN BERR A, JA M ES COU RT address 74 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT 2612 phone 02 6240 1234 fax 02 6240 1235 web www.medina.com.au email janderson@toga.com.au

Adina Apartment Hotel Canberra, James Court - This Hotel is located in a prime location of Canberra City, featuring 105 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, with an outdoor heated swimming pool, spa and gym. All apartments feature a separate living/dining area, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, balcony and spa bath.

AN U COM MO NS FU N CTI O N CENTRE address Corner Barry Drive and Marcus Clarke Street Canberra ACT 2600 phone 02 6125 0228 fax 02 6125 7944 web www.commons.anu.edu.au email commons@anu.edu.au

Whether you are looking for a central Canberra conference venue, business meeting room, an elegant dinner setting or a stylish cocktail venue, we have the facilities for you, catering for up to 200 guests banquet style or 500 guests cocktail style.

118 Emu Bank, Belconnen ACT 2617 02 6173 3300 fax 02 6173 3301 web www.belconnenartscentre.com.au email info@belconnenartscentre.com.au

Belconnen Arts Centre is a vibrant local venue offering a range of unique and beautiful spaces to accommodate your needs. With our outstanding exhibitions, ample natural light and spectacular panoramic views of a sparkling Lake Ginninderra, this is a truly inspiring choice for your next event, function or meeting.

8 Kett Street Kambah ACT 2902 02 6296 2425 web www.burnsclub.com.au/meetings.php email accounts@burnsclub.com.au

Located just 14 minutes from Canberra's CBD in the quieter suburb of Kambah, just minutes from accommodation plus unlimited free parking and beautiful natural surrounds. Offering 7 room options, function packages are tailored to meet any budget. The clubs layout takes advantage of the beautiful surrounds with bay windows and large outdoor area, with a touch of Scottish heritage.

21 Binara Street Canberra ACT 2600 02 6257 7074 fax 02 6257 7079 web www.casinocanberra.com.au email bree.simper@casinocanberra.com.au

To have your delegates rave about your next event book your own private nightclub so your delegates can network or unwind at the end of your event in style. Casino Canberra would like to introduce you to a complete and unique function and entertainment venue in the heart of Canberra City adjacent to the National Convention Centre and The Crowne Plaza Hotel.

address Level 2, 10 Moore Street Canberra City ACT 2601 phone 02 6122 0968 fax 02 6122 0998 web www.cliftons.com.au/page/canberra.html email samantha.ellison@cliftons.com

12 Cliftons venues located at 10 CBD locations, 5000 Conferencing and Event Centre partners worldwide, 1 point of contact, your Account Manager. Cliftons provides premium, purposebuilt, Training and Event Facilities and Solutions, ensuring our clients’ programs are delivered seamlessly and successfully around the globe. Let us source the perfect venue and manage your event from start to finish.

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FO RREST H OTEL AN D APARTM ENTS 30 National Circuit Forrest ACT 2603 02 6203 4300 fax 02 6295 2119 web www.forresthotel.com email admin@forresthotel.com address phone

Fantastic location, with friendly service. Forrest Hotel and Apartments is situated conveniently in the Parliamentary Triangle. Minutes to everything. Our excellent conference facilities have a wonderful ambience with views of parkland and Parliament House, and is ideally suited for business, and government alike. You will be impressed!

INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS IN AUSTR ALIA ACT address Level 10, 60 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra City ACT 2601 phone 02 6122 6100 fax 02 6122 6122 web www.charteredaccountants.com.au email meeting.act@charteredaccountants.com.au

With spectacular views of Canberra and the surrounding area our address offers first rate CBD facilities that are ideal for training seminars, strategy sessions, and business meetings. The three versatile meeting rooms offer flexible set ups accommodating up to 80 guests, with a large break-out area where we can offer a variety of catering options.

KIN G O’M ALLEYS I RISH PU B 131 City Walk Civic ACT 2601 02 6257 0111 fax 02 6257 4188 web www.kingomalleys.com.au email peterb@kingomalleys.com.au address phone

King O’Malley’s is a “must see” Canberra attraction. Historic and multi-award winning King O’Malley’s is located right in the heart of Canberra City. Come in and meet new and old friends and relax over a pint of Guinness or a glass of Sauvignon Blanc in the famous King’s City Walk Beer Garden or in one of the many uniquely themed rooms.Dance the night away to Canberra’s best live bands four nights a week!

LERI DA ESTATE WIN EM AKERS address Federal Highway, Lake George (turn off at Gurney VC Rest Area) phone 02 6295 6640 web www.leridaestate.com email wine@leridaestate.com

Lerida Estate is a Halliday 5-star winery located on the Federal Highway at Lake George. The vineyard overlooks the lake, the winery is a stylish Glenn Murcutt design, and the wines are exceptional. Cellar Door opens daily for tastings; Café Lerida opens on weekends and public holidays. Expect a very friendly welcome.

M ED INA SERVI CED APARTM ENTS CAN BERR A 11 Giles Street Kingston ACT 2604 02 6239 8100 fax 02 6239 7226 web www.medinaapartments.com.au email mlim@medina.com.au

Medina Serviced Apartments Canberra has 50 one, two and three bedroom fully serviced apartments situated in the leafy suburb of Kingston close to the restaurants and coffee shops of Kingston and Manuka. Conference facilities for up to 70. Other facilities include undercover parking, heated indoor pool, spa, sauna and gym, outdoor pool and BBQ area.

address Portrait Gallery Cafe King Edward Terrace Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6102 7160 fax 02 6102 7163 web www.portraitgallerycafe.com.au email vanessa@portraitgallerycafe.com.au

Overlooking the lake and tucked into the National Portrait Gallery on King Edward Terrace, Canberra. This stunning building is one of only five National Portrait Galleries worldwide and provides a unique opportunity for a delicious lunch or perhaps even your event amidst the inspiring display of Australia’s most outstanding individuals.

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PO RTR AIT CAFE

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SCO PE MOU NT STROM LO address Mt Stromlo Road Weston Creek ACT 2611 phone 02 6162 2388 web www.scopemountstromlo.com.au email bookings@scopemountstromlo.com.au

Situated on Mount Stromlo, less than 15 minutes from the City. The dining area is wrapped with a wall of glass and a large balcony, allowing a 180-degree view of the Brindabella Ranges with breathtaking sunsets. Scope Mount Stromlo offers a special dining experience and unique functions with professional and friendly service and top quality food in spectacular surroundings.

TH E SH IN E DOM E (AUSTR ALIAN ACAD EMY O F SCI EN CE) Gordon Street Canberra ACT 2600 phone 02 6201 9462 fax 02 6201 9494 web www.science.org.au/dome/hire.html email mitchell.piercey@science.org.au address

The Australian Academy of Science’s Shine Dome is unique in the world. It has been a Canberra landmark since 1959, and is included on the National Heritage List. Recently refurbished, the Shine Dome has excellent acoustics and is equipped with the latest technology. It is a short walk from hotels, tourist attractions and city shops. The main auditorium, suitable for lectures, has a total capacity of 234, while the adjacent rooms are ideal for smaller meetings, formal meals or display areas.

TH O ROU GH BRED PARK Randwick Road Lyneham ACT 2602 phone 02 6241 3888 fax 02 6241 5697 web www.thoroughbredpark.com.au email tburgess@thoroughbredpark.com.au address

10 minutes from the CBD is Thoroughbred Park, home of the Canberra Racing Club. Boasting unique vi ews of the surrounding mountains, the conference and function facilities suit a wide range of events from weddings, trade shows and business meetings. Thoroughbred Park can accommodate the smallest meeting to the largest music festival. Free unlimited parking and refurbished rooms make Thoroughbred Park the perfect venue.

U N IVERSIT Y O F CAN BERR A VI LL AGE (CA M PUS SUM M ER STAYS) LPO Box 5501 Bruce ACT 2617 02 6206 3500 fax 02 6206 3504 web www.ucvillage.com.au email email@email.com.au address phone

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University of Canberra Village comprises of six self-catered residential halls and brand new apartments, offering a range of accommodation choices to suit your budget. Located just 15 minutes from Canberra’s cultural attractions, the Village is an affordable and convenient option when you visit Australia’s national capital.

C ONFERENCE SERV I CES

CONFERENCE SERVICES

CONFERENCE SERVICES AUDIO VISUAL STAGING AND EXHIBITION SERVICES

PUBLICATIONS

Barlens Events Hire

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Elite Sound and Lighting

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Hire Intelligence

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Production Magic Audio Visual Services Pty Ltd

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SBX System Built eXhibitions

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Staging Connections

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Ginger Catering at Old Parliament House 120 Hudsons Catering

mice.net Magazine

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Parliament House Catering by InterContinental Hotel Group

Peter Rowland Catering

ENTERTAINMENT AND MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKERS

Hire A Guide

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TRANSPORT

Aerial Capital Group Ltd

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CountryLink 120 121

Qantas 21 Virgin Australia

MEETING AND EVENTS MANAGERS

Conference Co-ordinators

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Conference Logistics

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Consec - Conference Management

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HI Event Management

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ICMS Pty Ltd

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Michael Milton - One More Mountain Pty Ltd

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SHOPPING

Peter Funnell and Associates

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Canberra Centre

Stargigs 122

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TOUR OPERATORS AND GUIDES

Murrays Coaches, Buses and Limousines

CATERING SERVICES

Gema Group

CIM 43

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS AND DIGITAL SERVICES

CRE8IVE 123 PSARN Management and Engineering

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Event Pix

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PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS

National Promotions Australia

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V LEIN E T EU ES O NUANMDE A N D L I G H T I N G Line here Unit one 1-3, line 51 Raws Hume ACT 2620 Address goes Crescent, here 02 02 XXXX 6260XXXX 2311 0000 0000 fax 02 02 XXXX 6260XXXX 2312 fax 0000 0000 email email emailaddress@here email@email.com.au info@elitesoundandlighting.com web www.webaddress.com.au web www.webaddress.here www.elitesoundandlighting.com web address address address phone phone

Elite Sound and Lighting is one of Canberra’s premier audio visual hire, production, events and installation specialists. Our objective is to continually deliver exceptional results. With highly trained, experienced and friendly staff, extremely high attention to detail, expert technical management, a comprehensive range of the latest and most well maintained equipment in the area. Elite Sound and Lighting are Canberra’s preferred audio visual and staging services provider by an ever growing number of clients and venues. Established in 1994, Elite Sound and Lighting is a locally owned and operated business. We pride ourselves on an extremely high level of personal yet professional customer service. Through wide experience and knowledge in the audio visual and events industry, we are secure in enhancing and providing all audio visual, staging and technical service that you require for your next event, meeting or conference. With experience working in all of Canberra’s major and minor venues combined with many interstate venues, we provide excellence in making your events audio visual aspects the best they can be no matter how large or small. SERVICE X

All our staff are friendly and highly trained in their particular skill set, from technical direction to the most simple audio visual, you will receive exceptional service. We have trained and experienced event, production and technical management staff providing a package tailored to all your event and production needs. We are constantly updating our equipment inventory and thus have a constantly expanding range with the latest equipment to suit your individual needs. Our inventory is without doubt the largest and most advanced in the ACT. We specialise in providing an extremely high attention to detail, no matter what the size of an event; all customers receive the same high level of service. We are always happy to discuss your individual requirements and provide you with an obligation free proposal and quote.

TECHNICAL

Expert technical management, equipment, staff and services in: Audio, Lighting, Staging, Video Projection, Large format LED screens, Data and Information display. EVENTS

With our broad experience combined with a highly experienced and creative team, we provide complete services for event management, theming and conception. Including but not limited to; balls and gala dinners, conferences and meetings, product or service launches, corporate presentations, festivals and community events, bands and musical performances, theatrical productions and fashion events.

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PV EE TNEUR E F N UN AN ME L L & A S S O C I A T E S address PO Box 5684, Latham ACT address Address line goes here phone 02 6251 5452

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phone 02 0000 0000 mobile 0412 620 310 fax 02 0000 0000 fax 02 6259 2833 email email@email.com.au email admin@funnellentertainment.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au web www.funnellentertainment.com.au

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN ENTERTAINMENT

Peter Funnell & Associates is a celebrity resource and entertainment company that has been highly recognised in the corporate industry for 40 years. Based in the National Capital, they specialise in delivering quality entertainment and guest speakers for clients and venues throughout Australia and New Zealand. KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL EVENT

Entertainment and corporate speakers for an event are the backbone of its success – it can make or break the impression people leave with and share with others. Peter Funnell & Associates has the unique ability to help create your vision, on budget, on time, every time. PROFESSIONAL AND EXPERIENCED SERVICE

With their involvement, you gain a professional and experienced service provider that understands the need to impress your colleagues & clients with something special. Their highly skilled team can make all the difference with your next Company Conference, Gala Dinner, Reception, Awards Ceremony or Public Celebration. REPUTABLE SOURCE FOR CORPORATE ENTERTAINMENT

Whether you need a Key Note Speaker, MC, Comedian, Corporate Band, Magician, Street Performer, Choir or musician - partner up with Peter and his team will ensure you book the right act for your next event. Peter Funnell is also widely recognised as an honorable and reputable source for corporate entertainment. OUTSTANDING SERVICE

Put them to the test by calling today and ask for an obligation free proposal for your next important event. Peter Funnell & Associates will provide you with the best guaranteed pricing and outstanding service every time.

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PSARN M ANAGEMENT AND EN GINEERIN G address PSARN International Pty Ltd address Address line goes here Suite 4, Level 1, 50 Geils Court, Deakin ACT 2600 phone 02 0000 0000 phone 1300 482 400 fax 02 0000 0000 fax 02 6166 1202 email email@email.com.au email sales@psarn.com.au web www.webaddress.com.au web www.psarn.com.au

CONFERENCE & EVENT MANAGEMENT SOLUTION

The PSARN conference & event management solution (Enventr) provides a method for organisers to manage their conference and provide access to important & relevant information to attendees QUICK OVERVIEW

Enventr is a cloud-based, interactive mobile-enabled conference and event management solution for providing an affordable, fully customised and professional managed conference. With Enventr you can meet the specific needs of both conference attendees and event managers, with the assurance of satisfying the requirements of both large and small conferences. Most of all, Enventr provides a capability that can be used to promote sponsors, reduce conference overheads and provide delegates with the information they need. KEY BENEFITS AND FEATURES X X X X X X

Cost reduction and flexibility through online delivery of conference materials Expanded revenue streams through sponsor advertising and exhibitor listings Lower start-up costs with a complete end-to-end, managed solution Greater earning power with integrated advertising and ePayment gateway Reduced administrative costs with a flexible edit-once-update-many methodology Earn greater market share with an innovative, next-generation, multi-platform technology

MOBILE APPLICATION (FOR ATTENDEES) X

Multi-platform technology X Supports all major mobile phones X Fully featured for internet tablets X Application available for free from app-store AND X Web-based version works without installation Powerful and Flexible Delivery X Customisable scheduled sessions display X Selectable streams for large events X Sub-tracks and categorises for complex events X Review individual session details Personalised for the Individual X Attendees can create their own schedule X Direct access to session handouts X Contact a speaker & download presentations X Direct banner advertising on the phone Integrated Social Media X Twitter & Facebook integration X Live Chat and Discussion Forums X Live News feeds & announcements X Extended range currently in development Extensive User Interactivity X Conference and session feedback X Real-time polls and surveys X Attendee, Sponsor and Exhibitor lists X Interactive maps and floor plans

DESKTOP APPLICATION (FOR ORGANISERS) X

One-Stop Portal for Productivity X Manage multiple conferences or events X Manage concurrent Enventr instances X Role based permissions for your staff X Self-service portal for speakers & presenters Fully Featured and Flexible X Nothing to install, access just like a web-page X Update simultaneously from the office or on-site X Configure end-user features & experience X Usage reports track current & post-event statistics 3rd Party Connectivity and Integration X Manage your payment gateway solution X CMS modules available read directly from Enventr X Centralised Ticket Management X We can import your data from legacy systems

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BARLENS EVENT H I RE PARTNER WITH THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS AND ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF YOUR NEXT EVENT

Barlens guiding ethos behind successful events is close collaboration. We listen and work with you to ensure your conference or industry meeting is a success. With over 40 years experience in the hire industry, we’ve worked on a wide range of events and exhibitions in Canberra and the NSW region. Our staff are well qualified and fully equipped to help you deliver your upcoming event successfully. BARLENS – MEETING YOUR NEEDS

67 Gladstone Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609 02 6206 2001 fax 02 6206 2161 email cbc@barlens.com.au web www.barlens.com.au address phone

Barlens can provide and install everything you need including exhibition booths, pavilions, lighting, audio visual equipment, flooring and furniture, and it comes with Barlens professional expertise and attention to detail. Barlens is flexible and understands the exhibition industry. We cater for functions of all sizes, from major public expos to intimate industry functions. You can use our expertise in setting up your event, or Barlens can work with you and your clients to design the look and feel of your event right down to customised exhibition booths. Contact one of our consultants today. From the smallest conference to the grandest event, Barlens will help you organise it from the ground up.

M I CHAEL M I LTO N: MOTIVATI O NAL SPE AKER ORGANISING A CONFERENCE? NEED A POWERFUL AND ENTERTAINING SPEAKER? AFTER SOME CHALLENGING AND FUN ACTIVITIES? LOOKING FOR NEW IDEAS FOR THE PARTNERS PROGRAM?

Michael Milton is not only one of this country’s most successful athletes, he’s also an experienced and popular motivational speaker AND he guides groups on adventure tours around his home town of Canberra! Michael Milton and Big Foot Adventures PO Box 4053 Canberra ACT 2602 phone 02 6230 0651 mobile 0411 879154 web www.michaelmilton.com www.bigfootadventures.com.au address

Michael Milton:“I like to think that people are motivated to be more active after hearing one of my presentations and it’s good to back it up with something physical: a hike, a bike ride, even an abseiling session. After all, if the dude with one leg can do it, what’s stopping you?” AND HERE’S WHAT CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY:

“Michael is an inspiration! I would definitely want to see him again – even if only to hear him repeat every word.” “Many, many thanks for your inspiring conclusion to (our) conference... You well and truly delivered on the brief and we’ve received great feedback on your session. You have a remarkable ability to bring an audience with you on your journey through life.” Michael Milton is Australia’s fastest ever skier, a two-time cancer survivor, a veteran of six Paralympic Games, a multi gold medallist, snow skier, cyclist, triathlete and adventurer. Book Michael Milton as a motivational speaker, an adventure tour guide... or both!

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H I RE- A - GU I D E PROFESSIONAL GUIDES, PARTNER & DELEGATE TOURING SERVICES X X X X X X

02 6288 7894 02 6288 7894 mobile 0415 632 502 email hire-a-guide@netspeed.com.au web canberraregion.com.au phone fax

We bring you the best of Canberra and region New tailored technical itineraries One hour to multi-day programs with unlimited combinations Transport coordination & registration desk staff Best of Centenary of Canberra options Bi-lingual guides

For example: The Essence of Canberra takes in all the essentials of Canberra, including its unique planning history and its magnificent national icons, as well as many quirky anecdotes. Or Galleries Galore and Country Capers both visit the magnificent galleries and head out to the surrounding country for a local produce lunch and a taste of the cool climate wines. You could consider other options of: Gracious House, Homestead & Gardens or Nature and Nurture which include the National Arboretum. From Sara Quinn ADPIA Secretariat: “Many thanks again for your help in organising and running such a great tour – it was the talk of the Conference!”

H I RE INTELLI GEN CE Hire Intelligence are leaders in the provision of IT and audio visual short-term rentals. Offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide & Auckland ensure we have the size, resources and flexibility to ensure a complete rental solution. With an impressive rental fleet of PC and Mac notebooks and desktops including the latest i7 Intel based machines and iPads, projectors and plasma/LCD displays, through to servers, printers MFD’s and photocopiers, two-way radios, video conferencing equipment and audio solutions, Hire Intelligence can service any technology rental need. Unit 5 49 Wollongong Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609 1300 655 551 fax 02 6230 0735 email canberra@hire-intelligence.com.au web www.hire-intelligence.com.au address phone

With budgets being squeezed tighter than ever before, we ensure we have the most competitive pricing in the industry, supported by our network of unbeatable national service. Hire Intelligence have been working with PEO/PCO’s & their exhibitors for over 15 years and truly understand the importance of providing fast, efficient service with excellent technical backup. Our attention to detail ensures that our equipment is ready to work for you first time every time. Call us now to see how we continue to make short term rental more affordable & convenient than ever before!

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STAGIN G CO NN ECTI O NS Staging Connections’ experience and passion in creating event staging solutions for over 25 years means we have the skills and the know how to deliver your next event flawlessly. With 100 locations and in-house partnerships at over 70 premier venues across the Asian Pacific, Staging Connections is the event staging team you can rely on. DELIVERING ACROSS ALL EVENT TYPES X X X X

Unit 6-7, 1-11 Essington St, Mitchell, ACT 2911 phone 02 6124 0700 fax 02 6124 0707 email canberrasales@stagingconnections.com web www.stagingconnections.com address

X X

Meetings and conferences High profile dignitary visits Congress Gala dinners and awards nights AGMs Product and media launches

AN EXPERIENCED TEAM TO BRING YOUR VISION TO LIFE X X X

Event staging & production managers Technical directors & highly skilled crew Multimedia technicians, stylists and set designers

TECHNICAL X X X

Technical production management Audio, Vision & Lighting Staging, Drapes & Rigging

STYLING X X X

Styling & Theming Linen, props and accessories Stage sets

DESIGN X X X

Set design Screen content Video production

DIGITAL EVENT SERVICES X X

Webcasting (Live and On Demand) The Event App

AERIAL CAPITAL GROU P LTD 24 Kembla Street Fyshwick ACT 2609 02 6126 1626 fax 02 6126 1574 web www.aerialcapitalgroup.com.au email ats@aerialcapitalgroup.com.au address phone

Aerial Capital Group offers all corporate and event planners Aerial Transport Solutions, a premium transportation service dedicated to organising and coordinating corporate and event travel requirements within Canberra, across Australia and internationally. Just one number to call and we will have the transportation solutions you need.

CO N FEREN CE CO - O RD INATO RS PO Box 905 Woden ACT 2606 02 6292 9000 fax 02 6292 9002 web www.confco.com.au email conference@confco.com.au

Specialising in the coordination of conferences, meetings and exhibitions in Canberra and around Australia, Conference Co-ordinators can manage the entire event or assist with a selection of tasks.

address Unit 14 Centre Court (upstairs) 1 Pirie Street Fyshwick ACT 2604 phone 02 6281 6624 fax 02 6285 1336 web www.conferencelogistics.com.au email jane@conlog.com.au

We are Canberra’s leading PCO. We successfully manage conferences through superior registration, financial, abstract and timeline management systems and procedures, supported by innovative strategies and technology. Our highly effective team can pride either full or partial management services to support our clients needs. You can choose Conference Logistics with confidence.

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CO NSEC - CO N FEREN CE M ANAGEM ENT address Level 1, 8-10 Purdue Street Belconnen ACT 2617 phone 02 6251 0675 fax 02 6251 0672 web www.consec.com.au email pamela.neame@consec.com.au

After 17 years Consec continues to give their five star commitment to clients by providing a personalised and professional event management service, providing services efficiently and cost effectively, maintaining frequent and open communication, adhering to agreed timelines and managing, in partnership, a successful event. Consec continues to manage events/conferences/ exhibitions for both the public and private sectors.

address Level 7, 477 Pitt Street Sydney NSW 2000 phone 02 8575 0685 fax 02 8922 1890 web www.countrylink.info email sales@countrylink.nsw.gov.au

CountryLink is a division of RailCorp providing long distance passenger rail and coach services. Our fleet of XPT and XPLORER trains and coaches service over 360 destinations linking Canberra with Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and regional NSW. CountryLink also caters for groups and private charters ranging from one carriage to a whole train.

PO Box 4112 Weston ACT 2611 02 6287 3246 web www.eventpix.com.au email trevor@eventpix.com.au

EventPix is the leading event photography company in Australasia servicing all major conference and event locations throughout Australia and New Zealand. Our photographers are selected to suit your event and all are experts in social and event photography. Your delegates can view/purchase the images via a website that is dedicated to your business event. Full service description can be viewed at www.eventpix.com.au

address C/- Manuka Oval, Manuka Circle, Griffith ACT 2603 phone 02 6239 4402 fax 02 6232 0378 web www.gema.com.au

Catering experts, the Gema group, will ensure the success of your event, with a range of menus to suit any occasion. With over 20 years’ experience we have serviced an impressive list of clients and understand every imaginable aspect of the food industry. From boardroom lunches to gala dinners and functions we appreciate the varying needs of our clients.

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GEM A GROUP

GIN GER CATERIN G AT O LD PARLIA M ENT H OUSE address 18 King George Terrace Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6273 4366 fax 02 6273 4266 web www.gingercatering.com.au email P.Hagelaar@gingercatering.com.au

Located in the heart of the Parliamentary Triangle, Ginger Catering at Old Parliament House provides a prestigious venue for conferences, receptions and gala parties. A range of elegant locations are available including the Members' Dining Rooms, King's Hall and House of Representatives Chamber.

address Unit 4 Proximity 21 Battye St Bruce ACT 2617 phone 02 6251 1647 fax 02 6251 6328 web www.hievents.com.au email ian@hievents.com.au

An Australian "Premier Event Management Company" with passion and creativity, offering a variety of valuable conference services. We offer venue sourcing, comparative cost analysis, accommodation, air travel management, partner programs, online booking, a fee based registration service, sponsorship and exhibition management, event production or complete meeting management, tailored to your needs and budget.

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H U DSO NS CATERIN G address Australian War Memorial Treloar Cresent Campbell ACT 2601 phone 02 6230 4349 fax 02 6230 4225 web www.hudsoncatering.com.au email hudsonscatering@bigpond.com

Hudsons Catering offer a unique range of catering options whether it be an early morning breakfast, all day conference, twilight cocktail party or formal dinner in Anzac Hall. Our fine food and experienced staff will make your function a memorable one.

address 84 Queensbridge Street Southbank VIC 3006 phone 03 9682 0244 fax 03 9682 0288 web www.icms.com.au email sarah@icms.com.au

ICMS Pty Ltd is recognised globally as one of Australia’s conference Industry pioneer companies, our core business is the strategic and logistical management of all Business Events. We are constantly improving service standards, implementing innovative technology, offering complete financial transparency and providing you with both professionalism and flexibility.

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MU RR AYS COACH ES, BUSES AN D LI MOUSIN ES 1 Mugga Lane Red Hill ACT 2603 132 259 fax 1300 309 448 web www.murrays.com.au email nektaria@murrays.com.au

Murrays Coaches, Buses & Limousines has provided transport solutions to the business event sector for more than 45 years. Murrays provides luxury coaches, buses, corporate limousines and sedans for charter and hire throughout Canberra and surrounds. All bookings are monitored 24hrs a day, 7 days a week by logistics personnel.

address PO Box R147, Royal Exchange, NSW 1225 phone 02 8264 4444 fax 02 8264 4401 web www.mice.net.au email lillian@btp.net.au

micenet AUSTRALIA is a bi-monthly, glossy, award-winning convention/incentive magazine. It offers meetings/event planners the latest news on the meetings sector throughout Australia, New Zealand and ASIA, paying particular attention to content-rich destination reports, education, people, professionalism, expert columns and signature case studies.

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NATI O NAL PROMOTI O NS AUSTR ALIA 40 Kembla Street Fyshwick ACT 2609 02 6239 3339 fax 02 6239 3338 web www.npaust.com.au email jt@natpromo.com.au address phone

We offer Event Management services ranging from online DIY registration solutions (we program and you manage registrations) through to total event management. We also have a fully appointed design studio, so we can design your program, website, promotional emails. We can also provide lanyards, satchels and any other promotional products you might need. One stop event support - nationwide.

PRO DU CTI O N M AGI C AU D I O VISUAL SERVI CES PT Y LTD PO Box 78 Fyshwick ACT 2609 02 6200 5900 fax 02 6200 5912 web www.audiosolutions.com.au email gary.woodbridge@audiosolutions.com.au

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Canberra’s leader in audiovisual hire and event staging for conferences, product launches, exhibitions, entertainment and special events. Services include lighting, audio, data display, video, slide and staging.

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SBX SYSTEM BU I LT EXH I BITI O NS address Unit 15, Centre Court 1 Pirie Street Fyshwick ACT 2609 phone 02 6239 1028 fax 02 6280 6554 web www.sbx.biz email kerry@sbx.biz

SBX (System Built Exhibitions) is Canberraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier exhibition and event supplier. We provide anything from one-off furniture hires to product launches, cocktail parties and full scale trade shows encompassing custom stands and shell scheme booths. Please visit our website www.sbx.biz to see our full range of products and services.

PO Box 5224 Kingston ACT 2604 02 6198 3231 fax 02 6198 3232 web www.stargigs.com.au email declan@stargigs.com.au

Stargigs specialises in representating accomplished entertainers. Our attention to detail has built us a reputation of providing an impressive array of entertainment sourced from an enviable database of agents, managers and promoters. Stargigs works closely with our clients to help them achieve their goals. Our clients value this service and it is the reason we are the first choice for many of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prominent corporate companies.

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Event branding Conference messaging Collateral design and production Audio visual presentations Video production Online communication Project management

To find out how your exhibition or conference can benefit from Next Level Thinking contact Alberto Florez on 6162 1888 or email alberto.florez@cre8ive.com.au

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a most suitable gift for a Canberra convention

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“The photographs in this book are inspired. Through a lifetime’s commitment to her craft, Heide has portrayed both the monumental and official face of Canberra, but also that thing which so many fail to grasp, its humanity. Whatever the content, the style is artful; she has aimed for joy and beauty, and truly made her mark.” Robyn Archer AO Creative Director, The Centenary of Canberra

about the book This beautifully crafted book has been published to celebrate the Centenary of Canberra, and 34 years of Heide Smith’s photography of Canberra and Canberrans. It is, amazingly, Heide’s fifth book on Canberra, but it is the first one to include portraits and landscapes. Size:270mm x 250 mm, Pages: 220, Images: 250, Price $49.95

For more information see www.canberraphotographs.com

to order a most suitable gift ring Brian or Heide on 0244761171 or email us at fotoheide@activ8.net.au

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INDEX Abode The Apartment Hotel Gungahlin 68 Abode The Apartment Hotel Tuggeranong 69 Abode The Apartment Hotel Woden 69 ActewAGL Retail

Adina Apartment Hotel Canberra, James Court

110

CSIRO Discovery Centre

104

National Zoo & Aquarium

Diamant Hotel Canberra

105

Novotel Canberra

East Hotel

Event Pix

120

Parliament House

Parliament House Catering by InterContinental Hotel Group

Exhibition Park In Canberra (EPIC)

Federal Golf Club

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

111 120

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Gema Group

Ginger Catering at Old Parliament House

Australian Capital Tourism

Gold Creek Station

Australian Institute Of Sport

Hellenic Club in the City

Hellenic Club of Canberra

Hellenic Premium Catering at Australian National Botanic Gardens

Australian National Botanic Gardens Australian National University

63 101

Australian War Memorial

120

Portrait Cafe

111

Production Magic Audio Visual Services Pty Ltd

121 21

Quality Hotel Dickson

HI Event Management

120

Quality Hotel Woden

Hire A Guide

118

Queanbeyan Bicentenial Hall

118

Questacon - National Science & Technology Centre 64

110

Hotel Hotel

102

Hotel Realm

Boat House By The Lake

Hudsons Catering

Brumbies Rugby

Hyatt Hotel Canberra

94 91

Burgmann College

102

Ibis Styles Hotel

Burns Club

110

ICMS Pty Ltd

Canberra Centre - The Hub

103 84/39

Canberra Glassworks

Canberra Institute of Technology

103

Canberra Museum and Gallery

Canberra Rex Hotel

Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia ACT King O'Malley's Irish Pub Lerida Estate Winemakers

121

121 111

The Parklands Apartment Hotel

108

Mawson Club

106

Michael Milton - One More Mountain Pty Ltd

117

119

Consec - Conference Management

120

Country Comfort Hotel

104

CountryLink 120 CRE8IVE 123 Crowne Plaza Canberra

119

Master Builders Association ACT

121

Conference Logistics

Staging Connections

mice.net Magazine

119

112

108

Conference Co-ordinators

Scope Mount Stromlo

The Deck at Regatta Point

Capital Executive Apartment Hotel

122

The Brassey of Canberra

106

Cockington Green Gardens

SBX System Built eXhibitions

Canberra Stadium

Cliftons 110

Rydges Lakeside Canberra

Manuka Oval

Mercure Canberra (previously Olims Hotel Canberra)

Clifton Suites on Northbourne

Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort

Mantra on Northbourne

CIM Magazine (Creative Head Media) 43

Telstra Tower Executive Briefing Centre 64

Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club

Rydges Capital Hill

111

Centenary of Canberra

Stargigs 122

Medina Serviced Apartments Canberra 111

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Royal Australian Mint

37/111

Canberra Southern Cross Club Events Centre

Casino Canberra

PSARN Management and Engineering 116 Qantas Airways

Belconnen Arts Centre

Canberra Business Event Centre

76 115

105

Hire Intelligence

Peter Funnell and Associates

117

Canberra Airport

Pavilion on Northbourne

107

Peter Rowland Catering

Barlens Event Hire Belconnen Premier Inn

Palace Electric Cinema

110

101

107

114

ANU Commons Function Centre

Australian Leadership Innovation Centre / Yellow Edge

Novotel Lake Crackenback Resort

Elite Sound and Lighting

Aerial Capital Group Ltd ARIA Hotel Canberra

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Murramarang Beachfront Nature Resort 50 Murrays Coaches, Buses and Limousines Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House National Arboretum Canberra

121 63 45/58

National Convention Centre

National Film and Sound Archive

National Gallery of Australia National Museum of Australia National Portrait Gallery National Promotions Australia

The Q - Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre

The Shine Dome (Australian Academy of Science)

112

The Station - A Perisher Property

Thoroughbred Park Thredbo Alpine Hotel

112 48

Tuggeranong Community and Function Centre

109

UC Events - Ann Harding Conference Centre

100

University House

109

University of Canberra Village (Campus Summer Stays)

112

Virgin Australia

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Every effort has been made to ensure that information is current and correct at time of printing. The information is provided on the basis that neither the Canberra Convention Bureau and its members, nor the ACT Government, will be liable for any loss, damage or injury arising from any incorrect or inaccurate information.

IMAGES Many images were provided curtesy of Heide Smith Photography from the book, Portrait of Canberra, for more information see page 124.

ASSOCIATIONS INCORPORATED ACT The Canberra Convention Bureau is incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act 1991 and complies with the requirements of the Act. Annual statements and information relating to the committee (CCB Board) and public officer are lodged with the ACT Registrar‑General’s office.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS Maps and photographs – maps are for general information and don’t necessarily reflect actual routes, locations or services provided. Hotel rooms and other photographs shown in this brochure may not be specific to the actual room occupied or tour taken.

INTERNATIONAL TELEPHONE INFORMATION Canberra’s area code is 02. If dialling from outside Australia, delete the 02 and add 612 before the phone number. 1800 or 1300 numbers cannot be called internationally.

PRIVACY POLICY We have many member organisations that are able to provide you with products and services to assist with your business event. From time to time, we may provide your details to our members in order to ensure that you receive the highest standard of service possible. If you would like to know more about our handling of your information, please visit our website at www.canberraconvention.com.au or contact our office. Designed by CRE8IVE Printed by Union Offset

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