Sunday 5 September - Early registration and Icebreaker

Early registration will be available from 4.30 pm to 6.00 pm. An informal welcome reception will be held from 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm.

Monday 6 September - GSWA Core Library visit and barbecue

After Monday’s proceedings, registrants and accompanying persons are invited to visit to the Geological Survey of Western Australia’s core library and enjoy a barbecue and refreshments. Transport will be provided to and from the venue, leaving at 6.15 pm and returning at 9.00 pm.

Tuesday 7 September - Symposium Dinner

The Symposium Dinner will be held in the Astral Room. Pre-dinner drinks will be served from 6.30 pm to 7.00 pm, and dinner from 7.00 pm to 10.30 pm.

Monday to Wednesday 6 to 8 September - Poster Session Sundowners

Refreshments will be provided during each of the Poster Sessions held in the Grand Ballroom 2 from 4.00pm to 6.00pm.

A selection of Perth-based activities is given below, with many suitable for families.

Western Australian wildflowers: September is ideal for viewing wildflowers, and day tours and walks are available close to Perth. Kings Park is well worth a visit.

Vineyards: Day river cruises from Perth provide opportunities to visit vineyards and taste the wines of the Upper Swan Valley.

Rottnest Island: This small limestone island, 20 km offshore from Perth, provides an interesting day excursion by boat or plane.

Other day trips: Spend the day in the port city of Fremantle, take the train to Mandurah and enjoy some fish and chips, or visit the historic Avon Valley.