HotelsConference Location and Venue
The conference will be held at the Esplanade Hotel, corner of Marine Terrace and Essex Street, Fremantle. This relaxed and historic port city has a diverse mix of old and new. Convict era buildings stand beside stylishly refurbished bars and restaurants and the range of activities available for all ages is endless. Tour the streets and discover art and craft galleries and the famous Fremantle Markets. Sample boutique beers in one of the nearby brewery pubs or enjoy seeing the sun set over the ocean - a must for those from the Eastern side of the continent and beyond. Fremantle is within easy reach of the beaches of the Indian Ocean, Margaret River wine region, Rottnest Island and Western Australia’s capital, Perth.
Airport transfers: Taxi fare to Fremantle is around $45 from Perth Domestic Airport, $48 from the International Airport. Travelling time by car is approximately 45 minutes. Coach transfers operate at nominated times during the day to Fremantle. Single fare is currently $25 from the domestic terminal to Fremantle, one way. For a shuttle timetable or to make a booking, call 08 9335 1614 or email:
shuttle@thetravellounge.com.au
Corporate Travel Management (CTM) has been appointed the official travel agency for the conference and can assist delegates with their flight arrangements. CTM offers the ‘best internet and special fares’ available on Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue. Bookings may also be made directly with CTM Groups consultants via a Tollfree number for callers within Australia. Quote your conference code: MAN06
Phone: 1800 630 866 Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm (QLD time) Email: groups@travelctm.com
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 at special rates has been reserved at the conference venue, the Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle, from Saturday 28 October to Thursday 2 November 2006. The conference rates 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.
• All bookings require a deposit of one nights tariff. The deposit is non-refundable and may be forfeited at the hotel’s discretion, if you cancel within 21 days of the date required or, if you do not arrive on the advised date.
• Amendments must be made in writing to Promaco Conventions in advance. Changes made after Friday 6 October 2006 cannot be guaranteed and will be subject to availability.
• Accommodation bookings will not be accepted after Friday 6 October 2006. All rooms not allocated by this date will be released.
Hotels
Fremantle Esplanade - the venue has 4.5 star facilities including three restaurants, bar, gym, two swimming pools and three spas.
www.esplanadehotelfremantle.com.auHarbour Village Quest Apartments - 4 star self-contained,
one, two and three bedroom apartments, ocean views, luxurious facilities,
walking distance from the venue.
www.questwa.com.au
(NOTE: fully booked on Saturday October 28 / limited rooms available)
Pier 21 Apartments (NOTE: limited rooms available)
- 4 star apartments serviced daily and featuring private balcony, DVD player, kitchenette and ensuite with bath. Facilities include indoor pool and spa. Apartments are approx 35 minute walk or 10 minute taxi ride from the venue. www.pier21.com.auTrade Winds - 4 star hotel with river views. Twenty minute walk to venue. Regular bus service and taxis also available.
www.tradewindshotel.com.au
Bed and Breakfast
Kilkelly’s - Rate: from $115.50/single
Tel: 08 9336 1744, Fax: 08 9336 1571, Email:
kilkelly@wt.com.au
Westerley - Rate: from $120/double
Tel: 08 9430 4458, Fax: 08 9430 4459, Email:
westerley@fremantle.com
Terrace Central - Rate: from $100/double
Tel/Fax: 08 9335 6600, Email:
Backpacker
Backpacker Inn Freo - Tel: 08 9431 7065
Other Accommodation