ASIA  PACIFIC  WEEK  2014  Pre-­‐Departure  Information  

   

       

 

CANBERRA    

Canberra  is  the  capital  city  of  Australia  and  has  a  population  of  just  under  400,000.  While  small,  Canberra  is  unique,  and  combines  the  benefits  of  country  and  city  life.  As  the  seat  of  the  Australian  government  Canberra  is  the  site  of  many  social  and  cultural  institutions  of  national  significance  including  Parliament  House,  the  High  Court  and  the  Australian  War  Memorial.  The  city  provides  students  with  easy  access  to  policymakers,  politicians  and  international  diplomats,  and  presents  Australian  culture,  politics,  art,  heritage  and  history  in  a  variety  of  ways.  

                                   

 

INTERNATIONAL  FLIGHTS  Most  international  carriers  do  not  land  in  Canberra.  International  delegates  will  need  to  fly  to  either  Sydney  or  Melbourne  (although  it  is  more  convenient  to  arrive  in  Sydney).  From  Sydney  delegates  are  able  to  book  a  connecting  flight  to  Canberra  or  reserve  a  seat  on  a  coach  to  Canberra.  

 For  cheap  and  affordable  flights,  delegates  are  advised  to  consult  the  following  websites  to  compare  ticket  prices:  1. Skyscanner:         http://www.skyscanner.com.au  2. Orbitz:  http://www.orbitz.com  3. Webjet:       http://www.webjet.com.au  4. Zuji:  http://www.zuji.com.au  5. Expedia:  http://www.expedia.com.au  

   

Please  remember  to  book  your  return  flights  to  the  same  home  destination.  This  will  make  reimbursement  easier  to  process.  If  you  choose  to  travel  before  or  after  the  conference,  please  remember  that  your  travel  grant  (if  applicable)  is  limited  to  the  amount  that  will  be  allocated  to  you  

 Please  also  don’t  forget  the  following  if  required  

• Travel  insurance  • Visa  

               

 

DOMESTIC  FLIGHTS  For  international  and  domestic  delegates  interested  in  catching  a  domestic  flight  from  Sydney  or  Melbourne,  please  consult  the  following  carriers,  which  fly  into  Canberra:  1. Virgin  Australia:  http://www.expedia.com.au  2. Jetstar:       http://www.expedia.com.au  3. Qantas:              http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/domestic-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐    economy-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐class/global/en  

 Please  remember  that  those  arriving  to  Canberra  by  plane  will  need  to  organise  their  own  transport  to  the  University’s  Bruce  Hall.  Taxis  are  an  easy  and  efficient  mode  of  transport,  but  please  do  ask  the  taxi  driver  for  a  fixed  price  to  Bruce  Hall.  

 N.B:  Travelling  by  plane  to  Canberra  can  be  expensive,  and  it  is  recommended  that  international  and  domestic  delegates  catch  the  coach  to  Canberra  instead  

       

 

INTERSTATE  COACHES:  Sydney  to  Canberra  Travelling  time  by  coach  from  Sydney  to  Canberra  will  take  approximately  three  and  a  half  hours.  The  bus  leaves  from  Sydney  International  Airport  and  arrives  at  the  Jolimont  Centre,  Canberra.  There  are  many  benefits  to  taking  the  coach:  

• Tickets  are  considerably  cheaper  than  domestic  plane  tickets  • Delegates  arriving  in  Canberra  by  coach  will  have  assistance  from  the  Asia  Pacific  Week  Organising  Committee  when  they  arrive  at  Jolimont  Centre  

• Most  Coach  services  do  not  charge  for  extra  baggage    Murrays  provides  frequent  services  from  Sydney  Central  Station/Sydney  International  Airport  to  Canberra.  Greyhound  is  another  option.  Please  remember  to  coordinate  your  desired  coach  times  with  your  plane  arrivals  (and  Customs  Inspection,  Immigration  etc)    The  coach  service  will  arrive  at  the  Jolimont  Centre,  located  in  the  city  centre.  Delegates  can  make  their  own  way  to  Bruce  Hall  (approximately  15  minutes  walk),  or  catch  the  shuttle  bus  provided  by  the  Asia  Pacific  Week  organising  committee,  which  runs  directly  from  the  Jolimont  Centre  to  the  accommodation  facilities.  There  will  also  be  committee  members  waiting  at  the  Jolimont  Centre  to  assist  and  meet  you  during  the  day.    Driving  to  Canberra  For  interstate  delegates  who  wish  to  drive  to  Canberra,  please  notify  us  if  you  intend  to  park  your  car  on  campus.  Parking  spaces  in  ANU  require  a  permit,  so  it  is  essential  that  we  are  advised  in  advance.  If  you  are  renting  a  car  and  returning  it  in  Canberra,  please  make  sure  you  have  sufficient  time  to  do  so.    If  you  are  driving,  remember  to  give  yourself  enough  rest,  and  ensure  your  car  has  enough  fuel  before  embarking  on  your  trip.  

ACCOMODATION  

Bruce  Hall  Accommodation  will  be  provided  to  all  international  and  interstate  delegates  who  have  requested  that  they  require  lodging.  Delegate  accommodation  for  the  duration  of  Asia  Pacific  Week  will  be  at  Bruce  Hall.  All  inquiries  regarding  accommodation  should  be  directed  to  the  Asia  Pacific  Week  2014  organising  committee  at    asiapacificweek@anu.edu.au.  Please  note  that  we  are  only  providing  accommodation  for  the  nights  of  June  23-­‐-­‐-­‐June  27,  2014.  If  delegates  choose  to  arrive  earlier  or  depart  later,  they  will  need  to  organise  their  own  accommodation  during  their  time  in  Canberra.    Address:   Bruce  Hall  

Building  50,  Daley  Road  Australian  National  University  Canberra  ACT  0200  Australia  

Check  in  time:  14.00  hrs,  Sunday  22nd  June  

Check  out  time:  10.00  hrs,  Friday  27th  June  (The  check  out  time  is  extremely  precise;  please  ensure  you  leave  Bruce  Hall  by  this  time)    Rooms  One  delegate  per  room.  Each  room  contains  a  king  single  bed,  wardrobe  and  study  desk.  All  rooms  are  equipped  with  central  heating,  and  a  sink.  Communal  unisex  bathrooms  and  shower  facilities  are  located  on  each  floor.    Bruce  Hall  will  provide  the  following:    

• 2  sheets  • Pillowcase  • Pillow  protector  • Pillow  • Mattress  protector  • Doona/  quilt  • 1  Towel  

• Sink  glass  and  hand  soap  (Note:  tap  water  in  Australia  is  safe  to  drink)  

 Delegates  are  required  to  bring  the  following,  as  Bruce  Hall  will  not  provide  these:    

• Toiletries  (shampoo,  body  wash/soap,  toothbrush,  toothpaste)  • Laundry  powder  (if  you  choose  to  wash  your  clothes)  • Ethernet  cable  (if  you  want  internet  access  in  your  room)  • Own  laptop,  tablet  or  smart  phone  

o Please  ensure  that  you  have  the  following  applications:  Facebook,  Twitter,  Youtube  and  the  Guide  Book  App  

• Warm  winter  clothes:  winter  Canberra  is  known  for  being  extremely  cold  and  windy.  Please  bring  warm  sleepwear,  and  beanies,  scarves  and  gloves  are  also  recommended.  

• Please  note  that  the  dress  code  for  the  week  is  smart  casual  

• Formalwear:  The  Gala  Dinner  on  the  Thursday  (26th  June)  will  be  a  formal,  black  tie  event.  Delegates  are  welcome  to  attend  in  cultural  clothes.  

• Adapter  (Australia  has  its  own  adapter  that  is  different  from  other  adapters)  

     

       Food  Breakfast  will  be  served  daily  at  the  Bruce  Hall  dining  hall  for  the  duration  of  the  conference.  Breakfast  times  are  0700-­‐-­‐-­‐0830;  hot  and  cold  breakfast  food  will  be  provided  in  cafeteria  style.  Only  breakfast  will  be  served  at  Bruce  Hall.  The  Asia  Pacific  Week  committee  will  provide  the  other  meals.  

         

DIRECTIONS:  Jolimont  Centre-­‐-­‐-­‐  Bruce  Hall  

   

 

 

FURTHER   INFORMATION  Internet  Connection  Temporary  usernames  and  passwords  will  be  distributed  to  all  delegates  during  registration  on  Sunday  June  30th.  The  password  and  username  will  be  displayed  on  the  back  of  delegate  lanyards.  If  any  delegate  arrives  outside  of  registration  hours,  they  will  receive  their  username  and  password  the  next  morning  before  the  conference  begins.  Please  be  sure  to  arrive  and  register  on  time.    Contact:  Remember  to  keep  up  to  date  with  all  the  recent  news  and  updates  from  Asia  Pacific  Week  2014.  Facebook:          https://www.facebook.com/ANUAPW  Twitter:        https://twitter.com/ANUAPW    

If  you  have  any  further  questions  regarding  travelling  to  Australia  or  Canberra,  or  your  accommodation  at  the  Australian  National  University  during  the  conference,  please  contact  us  at    asiapacificweek@anu.edu.au