Banks

Banks in Australia are open from 09:30 – 16:00 Monday to Thursday and from 09:30 – 17:00 on Fridays. Most banks are closed weekends and public holidays. Automatic Teller Machines are open 24 hours and are located throughout the city and surrounds. Facilities for exchange of currency are available at the airport, larger hotels and banks.

Car Rental

Cars can be rented in Australia from local or international companies. Average cost per day for a medium sized car is A$70.00. All cars are right-hand drive.

Credit Cards

Credit cards are widely accepted. Commonly recognised cards include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club. Only these cards are accepted by the Conference.

Currency Exchange

Decimal currency is used in Australia (AUD) and currency units are dollars and cents. Australian notes are: $100, $50, $20, $10, $5. Coins are: $2, $1, $ .50, $.20, $.10, $.05 cents.

Current Exchange Rates

The United States Dollar (USD) is worth 1.16726 Australian Dollars (AUD)
The Euro (EUR) is worth 1.69965 Australian Dollars (AUD)
Pound Sterling (GBP) is worth 1.92961 Australian Dollars (AUD)
The Singapore Dollar (SGD) is worth 0.819308 Australian Dollars (AUD)
The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) is worth 0.822224 Australian Dollars (AUD)
The Japanese Yen (JPY) is worth 0.0129122 Australian Dollars (AUD)
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) is worth 1.07513 Australian Dollars (AUD)
Currency data courtesy coinmill.com

Disabled Facilities

If you require disability specific facilities, please notify the secretariat by indicating on your registration form.

Disclaimer

In the event of industrial disruptions, the Conference Organisers cannot be held responsible for any losses incurred by delegates. The program is correct at the time of printing, but the Conference Organisers reserve the right to alter the program if and as is deemed necessary.

Electricity

The electrical supply is 240 volts, 50 Hz. The connection for appliances is a flat 3-pin plug. Most city hotels provide 110 volts for shavers.