Symposium venue

Perth, the capital of Western Australia, is pleasantly situated along the broad lower reaches of the Swan River, on the southwestern coast of the Australian continent. With a population of some 2 million, it has all the facilities expected of a modern city.

The city enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate and September is an ideal time to visit Western Australia, and Perth in particular. The mean daily maximum temperature for the city is 20ºC, the mean overnight minimum is 9°C, and there is an average of almost 8 hours of sunshine per day. September has an average rainfall of about 70 mm. Light but warm clothing is recommended, with provision for protection from showers and cooler evenings (www.bom.gov.au).

The Burswood Resort is an entertainment complex that comprises a modern function centre, casino, two hotels (Burswood Intercontinental and Holiday Inn), golf course, day spa, several restaurants, bars and nightclubs (www.burswood.com.au).

All presentations, scientific and commercial display booths, Icebreaker and the Symposium Dinner will be held at the Burswood Resort Function Centre.

Services, transport and accommodation

There is wheelchair access to all technical sessions and official functions.

Australia’s voltage is 240 Volts AC, 50 Hertz.

A variety of accommodation is available near the Burswood Resort, in Perth city and Fremantle. Free parking, public transport (buses or train) and taxis are readily available.

Registrants are responsible for their own accommodation bookings.

A special Symposium rate is available at the Burswood Resort and Holiday Inn. Contact the Burswood Resort directly (www.burswood.com.au) for further information.