Reception

Sunday
9 December 2007
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Langham Hotel, Alto room, Level 25

Conference Dinner

Monday
10 December 2007
7.00 for 7.30 pm
Melbourne Aquarium, Cnr Flinders St & King St, Melbourne

There is no charge for registered delegates. The charge for other people is $A110. Please join us at this striking venue, an attractive walk from the Langham Hotel.

Informal Evening

Delegates and companions are invited to join the conference committee for drinks in the Aria lounge of the Langham Hotel at 6.30pm Tuesday 11 December. At about 7.30pm we will leave for a meal and/or other entertainment. The Crown Casino, the Arts Centre, myriad restaurants, and other entertainments are within walking distance.

Companions' Program

Ms Carole Woods, noted historian and author, will lead a companion's program on Monday and Tuesday the 10th and 11th of December. The details will depend on participants' preferences but likely activities include visiting the nearby Arts Centre, coffee and/or lunch in some of Melbourne 's myriad cafes and restaurants, and exploring some of Melbourne 's history and historic buildings. Prospective companions may e-mail Nicholas.Beaumont@buseco.Monash.edu.au if wanting to pursue particular interests. Please join Carole in the Aria lounge of the Langham Hotel at 10am on either or both days.

A Post-conference Tour and Lunch

On the Thursday after the conference, if there is sufficient demand, we will organise a tour of the nearby Mornington Peninsular. The big attractions are the views and the ocean beaches. A bus will depart from the hotel at 9.00am sharp. You can enjoy the views and depending on your energy, walk or swim (bring your swimsuit). We will then proceed to a leisurely lunch at the Morning Star estate ( http://www.morningstarestate.com.au ). You can taste and purchase Australian wines, enjoy the splendid ocean views, and explore the classic rose gardens. This excursion is presently being priced: It is likely to cost between $A100 and $A120.