Host City - FREMANTLE

Fremantle holds a unique place in Western Australian history and is one of Australia’s major port cities. At the mouth of the Swan River, the area is of cultural significance to indigenous people. Since settlement of the colony in 1829 Fremantle has been a centre for commerce, culture and community life as well as a transport hub for the state and nation. It is internationally significant as the entry point for hundreds of thousands of migrants to Australia.

Fremantle’s built environment illustrates waves of growth of the port city - including early settlement, 18 years of convict transportation, a late 19th century gold boom and the America’s Cup in 1986 - and provides the context within which the major elements of its significance can be read and understood. Commerce and trade from a vibrant maritime industry continues into the 21st century and tourism now plays a major part in the city’s social and economic life.

The 19th century harbour, designed by celebrated engineer C Y O’Connor, continues to grow, modernize and introduce new civic and commercial uses. Victoria Quay is a mostly intact industrial site directly connected to the working port, the commercial district in Fremantle’s historic West End and the dynamic city centre.

The port city of Fremantle is an ideal location to explore the changing face of ports and their impact on associated cities or towns. Streets and pubs once filled with wharfies and sailors now host tourists and university students. Cranes, lifts and gantries have replaced the muscle and sweat of lumpers. A migrant’s first view of their new land is now an airport tarmac rather than the sheds and wharves of the harbour.

Venue - FREMANTLE TOWN HALL

The Australia ICOMOS 2006 National Conference will be held in the Fremantle Town Hall, Kings Square, Fremantle, Western Australia.

The Fremantle Town Hall was officially opened on the 22nd June 1887, to coincide with Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee. It has gone through many changes since then, culminating in 1986 with the Town Hall being re-opened by the honourable RJL Hawke, Prime Minister of Australia. Fully restored to its original grandeur, it is a shining example of 19th Century classical architecture.

The hall is in the centre of Fremantle, the main port and gateway to Perth and Western Australia. Careful planning for the preservation of historic buildings has resulted in the heritage classification of more than 120 places in central Fremantle. King’s Square, just outside, gives yet another dimension.

Fremantle’s cosmopolitan culture is unique and the City is a thriving centre for artists, crafts people, writers, film makers and performers of all kinds.

Airport transfers: The taxi fare to Fremantle is approximately $45 from Perth Domestic Airport. Travelling time by car is approximately 45 minutes. Coach transfers operate at nominated times during the day to Fremantle. The fare is currently $25 from the domestic terminal to Fremantle. For a timetable or to make a booking, call 08 9335 1614 or email: res@thetravellounge.com.au.      www.thetravellounge.com

 


Domestic Travel

Corporate Travel Management (CTM) has been appointed the official travel agency for the Australia ICOMOS 2006 National Conference in regards to flight arrangements. CTM offers the ‘best internet & special fares’ available on Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue. Bookings may also be made directly with CTM Groups consultants via Toll Free number for callers within Australia.
Contact us and quote your conference code: ‘ICOMOS2006’
 Monday to Friday: 9.00am – 5.00pm (QLD time)
Phone: 1800 630 866 Email: groups@travelctm.com.
An on-line booking form is also available from http://www.travelctm.com/bookings

CTM will advise you of the the best fare availability and conditions of purchase at the time of making your booking. Insurance is recommended for those travelling with discounted fares.

 


Accommodation

Accommodation at special rates, at the properties listed, has been reserved for delegates from Wednesday 8 November to Sunday 12 November 2006. To avoid disappointment, early booking is essential.

All rates quoted are per room per night and can only be obtained by booking through Promaco Conventions. For rooms required before or after the conference dates, early booking is essential. Breakfast is not included in the rate unless stated.

Deposit - All bookings require a deposit of one night’s tariff and a credit card number. Please note that bookings without a deposit or a credit card number cannot be confirmed. The deposit is non-refundable and may be forfeited at the hotel’s discretion, if you cancel within 30 days of the date required or, if you do not arrive on the date you have nominated.

Delegates are to settle their own accounts, including incidentals, upon checking out.

Amendments - Amendments to accommodation will only be accepted in writing and must be advised to Promaco Conventions in advance. Changes made after Friday 20 October 2006 cannot be guaranteed and will be subject to availability.

Preferences - Please indicate your first two hotel preferences with your booking via the registration form. Limited rooms are available at some properties and we recommend that accommodation is booked early.

Check-in and Check-out - Standard check-in time of 2.00pm and check-out time of 11.00am applies to most venues. Requests for late check-out must be made with the venue as you arrive. Please note that early check-in may require the booking of an additional room night prior, to guarantee immediate access to your room.

Deadlines - Hotels impose strict release dates for block accommodation bookings. Unused rooms will be released 30 days prior to the conference and accommodation bookings received after Friday 20 October 2006 will be subject to availability.

HOTELS (all rates include GST)
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Note: The individual hotels are responsible for the invoicing of GST. Please ask the hotel upon check out for a Tax Invoice.

Fremantle Esplanade Hotel - 4.5 star facilities including three restaurants, bar, gym, two swimming pools and three spas. www.esplanadehotelfremantle.com.au
Rate: $185 per night (single/double/twin)
Valet parking @$16.50 per car per night, if required.

Trade Winds Hotel - 4 star self-contained apartments with ocean views, ensuite and broadband internet. Facilities include room service and 24 hour front desk. www.tradewindshotel.com.au
Rate: $154 per night (single/double/twin)

Pier 21 Apartment Hotel - 4 star apartments serviced daily and featuring private balcony, DVD player, kitchenette and ensuite with bath. Facilities include indoor pool and spa. www.pier21.com.au
Rate: $190 per night (1bdrm apartment); $220 per night (2bdrm apartment)

Quest Harbour Village Apartments - 4 star selfcontained, one, two and three bedroom apartments, ocean views, luxurious facilities.  www.fremantle.com/accom/harbourvillage
Rate: $171 per night (1bdrm apartment)
$198 per night (2bdrm - Fishing Boat Harbour Side)
$212 per night (2bdrm - Challenger Harbour Side)
$252 per night (2bdrm - Executive Apartment)
$252 per night (3bdrm - Challenger Harbour Side)

 

Backpacker

Backpacker Inn Freo - Tel: 08 9431 7065

 

Other Accommodation
Visit the website at www.staywa.net.au for additional accommodation options including backpacker or B&Bs.