General Information
Credit Cards

Credit cards are widely accepted at hotels, shops, restaurants and airlines. Commonly recognised cards include Visa, American Express, Mastercard and Diners Club. The only cards to be accepted at the Conference registration desk will be Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
 
Official Language

The official language of the Conference is English. No simultaneous interpretation is planned for this event.
 
Passport and Visa

All visitors are required to have a valid passport and may need an entry visa (please check with your travel agent). A visa can be applied for, and issued from, the Australian Government representatives in major cities throughout the world.
 
Special Needs

Every effort is made to ensure people with special needs are catered for. Should you require any specific assistance, please include a notation with your registration form to enable us to make your experience at APPEA 2010 a pleasant and comfortable experience.
 
Smoking Policy

The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre has a non-smoking policy throughout the entire venue.
 
Shopping

Generally Brisbane shops are open during the following hours:

  • Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.00pm
  • Friday 9.00am-9.00pm
  • Saturday 8.30am-4.00pm
    Shops in tourist areas (including CBD and Southbank) will be open on Sundays for limited trading hours
 
Weather

The weather in Brisbane is subtropical. The average temperature in May in Brisbane is 23.6 degrees celcius.
 
What to Wear

Smart casual clothes are suitable for the Welcome Reception and Farewell Cocktails.
Business attire / smart casual is the standard dress during the main conference daytime period.
For the 2010 APPEA Conference Dinner the dress will be black tie / lounge suit.