ASIA PACIFIC WEEK 2014 Pre- Departure Information
CANBERRA Canberra is the capital city of Australia and has a population of just under 400,000. While small, Canberra is unique, and combines the benefits of country and city life. As the seat of the Australian government Canberra is the site of many social and cultural institutions of national significance including Parliament House, the High Court and the Australian War Memorial. The city provides students with easy access to policymakers, politicians and international diplomats, and presents Australian culture, politics, art, heritage and history in a variety of ways.
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS Most international carriers do not land in Canberra. International delegates will need to fly to either Sydney or Melbourne (although it is more convenient to arrive in Sydney). From Sydney delegates are able to book a connecting flight to Canberra or reserve a seat on a coach to Canberra. For cheap and affordable flights, delegates are advised to consult the following websites to compare ticket prices: 1. Skyscanner: http://www.skyscanner.com.au 2. Orbitz: http://www.orbitz.com 3. Webjet: http://www.webjet.com.au 4. Zuji: http://www.zuji.com.au 5. Expedia: http://www.expedia.com.au Please remember to book your return flights to the same home destination. This will make reimbursement easier to process. If you choose to travel before or after the conference, please remember that your travel grant (if applicable) is limited to the amount that will be allocated to you Please also don t forget the following if required Travel insurance Visa
DOMESTIC FLIGHTS For international and domestic delegates interested in catching a domestic flight from Sydney or Melbourne, please consult the following carriers, which fly into Canberra: 1. Virgin Australia: http://www.expedia.com.au 2. Jetstar: http://www.expedia.com.au 3. Qantas: http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/domestic- - - - - - economy- - - - - - class/global/en Please remember that those arriving to Canberra by plane will need to organise their own transport to the University s Bruce Hall. Taxis are an easy and efficient mode of transport, but please do ask the taxi driver for a fixed price to Bruce Hall. N.B: Travelling by plane to Canberra can be expensive, and it is recommended that international and domestic delegates catch the coach to Canberra instead
INTERSTATE COACHES: Sydney to Canberra Travelling time by coach from Sydney to Canberra will take approximately three and a half hours. The bus leaves from Sydney International Airport and arrives at the Jolimont Centre, Canberra. There are many benefits to taking the coach: Tickets are considerably cheaper than domestic plane tickets Delegates arriving in Canberra by coach will have assistance from the Asia Pacific Week Organising Committee when they arrive at Jolimont Centre Most Coach services do not charge for extra baggage Murrays provides frequent services from Sydney Central Station/Sydney International Airport to Canberra. Greyhound is another option. Please remember to coordinate your desired coach times with your plane arrivals (and Customs Inspection, Immigration etc) The coach service will arrive at the Jolimont Centre, located in the city centre. Delegates can make their own way to Bruce Hall (approximately 15 minutes walk), or catch the shuttle bus provided by the Asia Pacific Week organising committee, which runs directly from the Jolimont Centre to the accommodation facilities. There will also be committee members waiting at the Jolimont Centre to assist and meet you during the day. Driving to Canberra For interstate delegates who wish to drive to Canberra, please notify us if you intend to park your car on campus. Parking spaces in ANU require a permit, so it is essential that we are advised in advance. If you are renting a car and returning it in Canberra, please make sure you have sufficient time to do so. If you are driving, remember to give yourself enough rest, and ensure your car has enough fuel before embarking on your trip.
ACCOMODATION Bruce Hall Accommodation will be provided to all international and interstate delegates who have requested that they require lodging. Delegate accommodation for the duration of Asia Pacific Week will be at Bruce Hall. All inquiries regarding accommodation should be directed to the Asia Pacific Week 2014 organising committee at asiapacificweek@anu.edu.au. Please note that we are only providing accommodation for the nights of June 23- - - June 27, 2014. If delegates choose to arrive earlier or depart later, they will need to organise their own accommodation during their time in Canberra. Address: Bruce Hall Building 50, Daley Road Australian National University Canberra ACT 0200 Australia Check in time: 14.00 hrs, Sunday 22 nd June Check out time: 10.00 hrs, Friday 27 th June (The check out time is extremely precise; please ensure you leave Bruce Hall by this time) Rooms One delegate per room. Each room contains a king single bed, wardrobe and study desk. All rooms are equipped with central heating, and a sink. Communal unisex bathrooms and shower facilities are located on each floor. Bruce Hall will provide the following: 2 sheets Pillowcase Pillow protector Pillow Mattress protector Doona/ quilt 1 Towel
Sink glass and hand soap (Note: tap water in Australia is safe to drink) Delegates are required to bring the following, as Bruce Hall will not provide these: Toiletries (shampoo, body wash/soap, toothbrush, toothpaste) Laundry powder (if you choose to wash your clothes) Ethernet cable (if you want internet access in your room) Own laptop, tablet or smart phone o Please ensure that you have the following applications: Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and the Guide Book App Warm winter clothes: winter Canberra is known for being extremely cold and windy. Please bring warm sleepwear, and beanies, scarves and gloves are also recommended. Please note that the dress code for the week is smart casual Formalwear: The Gala Dinner on the Thursday (26 th June) will be a formal, black tie event. Delegates are welcome to attend in cultural clothes. Adapter (Australia has its own adapter that is different from other adapters) Food Breakfast will be served daily at the Bruce Hall dining hall for the duration of the conference. Breakfast times are 0700- - - 0830; hot and cold breakfast food will be provided in cafeteria style. Only breakfast will be served at Bruce Hall. The Asia Pacific Week committee will provide the other meals.
DIRECTIONS: Jolimont Centre- - - Bruce Hall
FURTHER INFORMATION Internet Connection Temporary usernames and passwords will be distributed to all delegates during registration on Sunday June 30 th. The password and username will be displayed on the back of delegate lanyards. If any delegate arrives outside of registration hours, they will receive their username and password the next morning before the conference begins. Please be sure to arrive and register on time. Contact: Remember to keep up to date with all the recent news and updates from Asia Pacific Week 2014. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anuapw Twitter: https://twitter.com/anuapw If you have any further questions regarding travelling to Australia or Canberra, or your accommodation at the Australian National University during the conference, please contact us at asiapacificweek@anu.edu.au