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IAATI´s 56th International Annual Training Seminar will be held from the 3rd to the 7th of August 2008 at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre just a short distance from Sydney´s city centre. Located on the waterfront of Darling Harbour, the Centre offers first class facilities to delegates and presenters and is in close proximity to restaurants, accommodation and shops. A frequent monorail service links Darling Harbour with the city centre. The training seminar will be held in the Parkside area of the convention centre with the registration desk located in the Parkside Office. A frequent monorail service links Darling Harbour with the city centre. All delegates that attend IAATI´s 56th Annual International Training Seminar 2008 will receive a certificate of accomplishment for attending the training course. This will enable delegates to use their certificate towards accreditation in auto theft investigation. Potential delegates who are not currently members of IAATI will receive a 12 month membership to the association as part of their registration fee for the seminar. About SydneySydney, Australia´s gateway city and capital of New South Wales has without a doubt one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, with kilometres of golden beaches stretching north and south of the city on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Sydney is a friendly city offering visitors a variety of attractions and activities. Yachting, surfing, sailboarding, swimming and waterskiing are available with many national parks and protected areas of natural bushland surround the city. The picturesque Blue Mountains are a 90 minute journey from the city, offering bushwalking, camping and picnicking as popular pastimes for visitors and residents. Perhaps the most famous landmark is the spectacular Sydney Opera House which has become Sydney´s cultural centre, offering opera, ballet, concerts, drama and film. |
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The harbour foreshore is home to the historic Rocks area, the site of Australia´s first European settlement in 1788, and now home to a variety of galleries, museums, restaurants and shops. Also overlooking the harbour are the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Aquarium and Taronga Zoo. With so much to discover from arts, history and culture; restaurants and cafes; events and attractions; as well as nature and beaches; there really is something for everyone. Tour PackagesTour Packages from Los Angeles to Sydney which include flights, travel insurance, Sydney accommodation and a holiday weekend are available for booking. Tours to other parts of Australia can be taken either before or after the conference. Day tours from Sydney are also available. Bookings for the Day Tours and the Pre and Post Conference Tours can be made online or on the tour booking form Sydney Convention and Exhibition CentreDarling Drive, Sponsorship Opportunities and Trade DisplaysSponsorship opportunities exist for persons, firms or corporations who wish to become involved in the 2008 conference. The event offers international exposure to local and international auto theft stakeholders. Numerous sponsorship packages are available. Exhibition space at the venue is also available for trade displays and booths. For more information visit the sponsorship page.Seminar ProgramThe Seminar program has now been released and can be downloaded. It is still subject to change.AccommodationThe Sydney International Boat Show is happening from 31 July to 5 August in Darling Harbour. This means accommodation will sell out fast near the convention centre. You must book early to avoid disappointment. You are encouraged to book your accommodation through the Seminar Secretariat to ensure that you receive very competitive rates. Bookings can be made through the Delegate Online Registration Form Alternatively, a PDF version of the Registration Form can also be used for faxing or posting. If you are trying to book accommodation outside the seminar dates of the 3rd to the 7th of August please contact the Seminar Secretariat at registration@iaatiaus.org to make the booking.
Deposits Accommodation will not be confirmed until a deposit of one night´s tariff is received. This deposit will be forwarded to your hotel and will be credited to your room account. Cancellations No accommodation deposits will be refunded on or after 30 June 2008. Deadline for Accommodation Bookings The Seminar Secretariat has an obligation to return all unsold rooms to the hotels / apartments on 19 June 2008, therefore accommodation booking and rates reserved after that date cannot be guaranteed. Early Arrival Some international flights arrive in Sydney in the early morning. As check in is not until 1400, it is possible that your room may not be available for immediate occupation on your early arrival. Whilst hotels will do everything possible to accommodate early arrivals, if you wish to be guaranteed immediate occupation, you are able to pay an extra day´s tariff for the night before you are due to arrive. If you wish to take this precaution, please advise the Seminar Secretariat on the registration form so that we can notify the hotel that your room is pre-registered. Late Arrival Please indicate if you will arrive at your hotel after 1800. Failure to do so may result in your room being released. Change of Booking Any change in booking must be made in writing to the Seminar Secretariat and NOT directly to the hotel. Group Accommodation Bookings The Training Seminar Secretariat offers organisations the opportunity to contract ten or more rooms for the Training Seminar. This requires a contract to be signed by ICMS Asutralasia and your organisation to block book the group reservation. For further information, please contact Gabriella Cafios at gabriellac@icmsaust.com.au with the following details:
Family Accommodation / Child Minding Facilities For delegates travelling with their families, we recommend the Grand Mercure Apartments. The apartments are more spacious than standard hotel accommodation as they have a separate living and kitchen area and is in close proximity to child-friendly attractions such as the Sydney Aquarium, Imax Theatre and Darling Harbour. Delegates should contact the hotel concierge regarding child care facilities. Budget Accommodation Please note that you will need to contact hotels directly, not via the Seminar Secretariat. Sydney Central YHA Social ProgramTo provide a change of pace from scientific sessions, delegates and their guests will have many opportunities to meet socially to renew or develop friendships. Magnificent venues, fine wines, delicious food and a relaxed atmosphere will ensure many nights of entertainment and memories to take home. Tickets for these events can be booked through the Delegate Online Registration Form. Alternatively, a PDF version of the Registration Form can also be used for faxing or posting. *Please note all prices are quoted in Australian dollars and include GST. Presidents Reception The Presidents Reception will mark the start of the seminar and will be held in the exhibition area located in the Parkside Foyer. Meet up with colleagues for canapés and refreshments in this relaxed atmosphere to renew or develop friendships. Tickets: Inclusive for all full delegate registrations Sightseeing Cruise around Sydney Harbour There is no greater way to relax after a full day at the seminar than a cruise on Sydney Harbour. Network with industry colleagues whilst soaking in the sights of Sydney Harbour through the panoramic windows or open decks of the cruise vessel. Drinks and canapés will also be served onboard. Tickets: $77 per person (including GST) Seminar Banquet The Seminar Banquet will be the highlight of the social program and marks the end of the seminar. Enjoy the last night in Sydney in this architecturally designed venue with views of Cockle Bay Wharf and Darling Harbour. * Please note that kosher or halal meals may incur additional charges. Tickets: Inclusive for all full delegate registrations. RegistrationTo attend the Training Seminar, please complete the registration form and return it to the Training Seminar Secretariat. Each delegate must fill in a separate form. Forms will be accepted by post, fax or online. Click here to register online or download a softcopy of the Registration Form for faxing or posting. Registration Fees All fees are quoted in Australian dollars (AUD) and are inclusive of GST.
Registrations received after 1 August 2008 will be regarded as an onsite registration fee and charged accordingly. Entitlements: Full Registration fee includes:
Two Day Registration fee includes:
One Day Registration Fee includes:
Please note: Method of Payment Payment of fees must accompany all registration forms. Registration will not be confirmed until full payment is received. Payment can be made by the following methods:
Cheques should be made payable to IAATI 2008. Please note that debits to your credit card, excluding accommodation, will appear as ICMS Australasia on your credit card statement. * Note that if you are making a credit card payment from a country outside Australia, for security reasons you must first advise your banking institution of the impending charge and authorise them to allow the charge from Australia to go through. Allow up to 48 hours (this is due to the time difference between our countries). Cancellation of Registration Cancellations must be notified in writing to the Seminar Secretariat. Cancellations received prior to 30 June 2008 will receive a full refund less AUD150.00 administration charge. Refunds for cancellations received after 30 June 2008 will only be made in exceptional circumstances. If you are unable to attend, a substitute is welcome at no extra charge. Please advise the Seminar Secretariat of the details of the substitute delegate in writing. Cancellation of Accommodation No accommodation deposits will be refunded on or after 30 June 2008. Delegates are required to provide credit card details in order for ICMS Australasia to secure accommodation. If credit card details are not received 30 days prior to the Seminar start date, accommodation will be released. Delegates who confirm attendance and provide credit card details but do not advise of cancellation before the 30 day period of Seminar commencement will incur charges for the 'no-show' rate, as penalised by the hotel. This charge is calculated as the room rate per night multiplied by the dates booked and secured. Please ensure that accommodation dates are correct at time of booking. Registration Desk Opening Hours Parkside Office, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre Sunday 3 August 1300 to 1700 Enquiries Please direct all registration and accommodation enquiries to: MerchandiseSeminar delegates have the opportunity to purchase official merchandise using the registration form. Click here to register online or download a softcopy of the Registration Form for faxing or posting. All merchandise orders must be received by the Seminar Secretariat by 27 June 2008. Orders received on or prior to this date can be collected from the Registration Desk onsite. Caps and T-shirts bearing the IAATI 56th Annual International Training Seminar logo are available in the following colours and sizes as outlined below.
Local Organising CommitteeJohn O´Byrne - Chairman Mark Bennedick Seminar Coordinator Dennis Connor Bob McKay Keith Schmidt Paul Thomas Terry Campbell Contact UsGeneral Enquiries Registration and Accommodation Enquiries Sponsorship and Exhibition Enquiries General InformationTime Climate Currency Banks Physical Disability Facilities Public Transport from the Airport Shopping Travel and Health Insurance Electricity Mobile Phones Taxes Tipping Passport & Visa Prior to registration, please check with your airline, travel agent or nearest Australian Consulate, as immigration laws are very strict. Information about this important requirement can also be found on the Australian Government website at www.immi.gov.au/visitors Some participants will be able to obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA). You can apply for an ETA via the Internet www.eta.immi.gov.au or through a travel agent, an airline office or a specialist service provider to arrange an ETA on your behalf. ETA eligible countries
*Holders of passports of Chinese Taipei can only be processed for an ETA if resident in and applying in Chinese Taipei. ** Holders of UK passports, which indicate their nationality to be British National (Overseas) can only be processed for an ETA if resident in and applying in Hong Kong. Non-ETA countries Next New Zealand SeminarThe one day seminar that was originally planned to be held in New Zealand in March of 2008, has had to be cancelled. Unfortunately the organising committee were unable to properly plan and organise the event in the time frame available due to the workloads imposed by the organisation of the Sydney 2008 International Seminar. Future seminars in New Zealand will be held in 2009 and beyond. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
