Workshop Location

Map of Melbourne University: The Workshop will take place in the Woodward Conference Center, located on level 10 of the Law building (building 106, ref. R15 on the University map), 185 Pelham Street Carlton. Welcoming reception will be at Graduate House , 220 Leicester Street Carlton (building 354, ref. N17).

Dinner Cruise

The workshop dinner will include a sit down meal aboard Pleasure Boat Cruises boat The Mandalay, cruising Melbourne’s Docklands precinct and the Yarra River. The boat will depart at 18:30 sharp on Thursday 10^th of January, returning at approximately 22:00. We encourage people to make their way from the workshop venue down to the dock in several small groups. Travel will be by tram and a ticket and guide will be provided to facilitate this. Information on how to find Pleasure Boat Cruises including a map can be found here: http://www.boatcruises.com.au/maps. The meal includes a chef’s 3 course menu with wine, beer and soft drink all inclusive in your registration. Vegetarians and vegans are catered for based on the notice you have already provided at registration; please confirm with us if you are unsure. A limited number of additional tickets may be purchased for partners or friends travelling with you who have not registered for the workshop at a cost of AUD$110 inc GST each. Please email Rob Pipunic by Friday 7^th December, 2007, if you wish to secure extra places.

Travel

Visas: For all advice on visas to enter Australia you should refer to your nearest Australian Immigration Office. For those of you who qualify, the Electronic Travel Authority or ETA is the most convenient option and is available over the internet.

Melbourne Airport: Travelling to or from Melbourne Airport you can go by Taxi or by Bus operated by Skybus. A taxi costs about AUD$40-50 one way whereas the bus costs AUD$15 one way. The terminus for Skybus is at the Southern Cross station (Spencer Street). From there you need to take a taxi or tram to the University or your hotel.

For those who choose to hire a car, you may require a CityLink pass for travelling on parts of the Tullamarine Freeway which connects Melbourne Airport to the CBD. CityLink tolling options should be discussed with your rental car company. To avoid paying a toll, drivers may wish to seek an alternate route from the airport to the CBD such as the Western Ring Road; see http://www.whereis.com for street maps of Australia.

Parking at or near the University (or anywhere in the city for that matter), is problematic and not cheap. For getting around the University area and CBD, walking or taking a tram is recommended. If driving is essential, there is an underground carpark that is available to the public underneath University Square (107, ref. N15 on University map). This is the best option, but it will cost you about A$15 for the day.

Reasonably priced domestic flights within Australia can be purchased with a credit card over the internet with either Virgin Blue or JetStar.

Accommodation

Some accommodation options close to the University covering different budgets are included below. Prices listed are discounts organised with these venues for CAHMDA Workshop participants. Please ensure that any bookings at these venues are made before 1^st November 2007 to maximise the chance of securing a booking.

St Mary's College: Is approximately 10-15 minutes walk to the Workshop venue (ref. C20 on University of Melbourne map). It is a student residence college during semester and is therefore basic dorm-style accommodation consisting of a single bed per room with wash basin and shared bathroom facilities. The price for each person at the time of compiling this information is $56 per night. Please check with the college via telephone on +61 3 93499501 or the website to confirm specific information regarding price and details of the accommodation and services offered.

Travel Inn: Is approximately 10 minutes walking distance to the Workshop venue. The special conference rate is $135AUD per night per person; just mention you are part of the CAHMDA Workshop at the University of Melbourne. Please contact the hotel (details on http://www.travel-inn.bestwestern.com.au/) for more information regarding single or twin share options.

Rydges Carlton: Is also within walking distance (5-10 mins) from the Workshop venue and special rates have been arranged for those who mention they are attending the CAHMDA Workshop at the University of Melbourne. Options are as follows:

• Standard Room: Contains a Queen or King bed with en-suite bathroom. Mini bar in room and TV/DVD player. Rate is $150AUD / night room only or $165AUD / night with breakfast for one.
• Superior Twin Room: Contains a Queen and a Single Bed, room is spacious with en-suite bathroom. Mini bar in room and TV/DVD player. Rate is $165AUD / night room only or $180AUD / night with breakfast for one.
• Parkview Suite: Contains a King bed, room is spacious with en-suite bathroom. Mini bar in room and LCD TV/DVD player, sweeping views across Lincoln Square Park and the edge of the city. Rate is $180AUD / night room only or $195AUD / night with breakfast.

For more information, please contact the hotel (details on http://www.rydges.com/hotel/0/RVCARL/Rydges-Carlton-Melbourne.htm).

Practical Information

Getting Around Melbourne: You should consult a city map. More detailed information on getting around and public transport can be found at Yarra Trams and MetLink. ram tickets can be purchased on the trams by coin-only operated ticket machines. City saver (single trip) tickets can be purchased for travel to and from the city. Two hour and all day tickets are available for longer trips and these tickets are also valid on trains within the appropriate zones.

Melbourne Climate: Local weather information is available from the Bureau of Meteorology. The mean daily maximum in Melbourne in January is 26 C, and the average daily minimum is 14 C. Melbourne weather can be extremely variable and you may encounter both very warm (> 40C) days, as well as cold and windy days. Note that UV radiation levels are extreme in Melbourne in January, and sun protection is strongly recommended to avoid sunburn. A UV index is included in Bureau of Meteorology daily weather forecasts.

The electricity supply in Australia is 240V, 50Hz with three pronged plugs.

Exchange Rates: Up to date exchange rates for Australian dollars can be found at x-rates.com.