Online Registration for the 2011 Conference is now closed.
To register for the conference, please download a copy of the registration brochure, click here, and bring it to the conference registration desk.
To download a copy of the registration form, click here.
Accommodation
The Conference Organiser has arranged special Conference rates for accommodation for delegates at a number of hotels in close proximity to the Conference Venue. To access these special rates, please book through the Conference Organiser when registering. Click here to view the hotels which will be available to book. Click here for a map of Southbank and hotel locations.
Melbourne
Victoria's state capital is a vibrant melting pot of urban centers, sporting culture, arts, education and business. The city is Australia's second-largest, and is consistently rated amongst the world’s most livable destinations.
One of Melbourne’s newest and best equipped Conference venues, the Crown Conference Centre is gaining a reputation for excellence in meetings and events. Located in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant Southbank precinct, the Crown Conference Centre is situated minutes walk from the casino, numerous dining options and great hotels and apartments.
Travel
MelbourneAirport, comprising domestic and international terminals, is approximately a 45 minute drive from the conference venue. The Skybus service operates between the airport and Southern Cross station, which is about a 10 minute walk from the conference venue.
Travelscene at All Occasions is the in house travel division of the All Occasions Group. With a dynamic travel management team and access to the global buying power of Travelscene American Express, Travelscene at All Occasions are strongly positioned to offer you a premium level of service at the best possible price, including flights, car hire and travel insurance. If you are extending on from the conference and taking the family don’t forget about our newly launched ‘Travel With Kidz’ division specialising in family and multigenerational holidays. There are a multitude of options on offer for pre and post touring. Whatever the mode of travel we can assist with ideas and options from adventure travel to high end luxury stays. To assist with risk management and as a benefit of booking with Travelscene at All Occasions, delegates will have access to 24 hour mobile emergency assistance for any travel plans arranged by our office.
In the event of industrial disruptions or natural disasters, Australian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society (AARES), the Organising Committee, and the All Occasions Group cannot accept responsibility for any financial or other losses incurred by the delegates. Australian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society (AARES), the Organising Committee and the All Occasions Group take no responsibility for injury or damage to persons or property occurring during the Conference. All insurance, including medical cover, or expenses incurred in the event of the cancellation of the Conference is the individual delegate’s responsibility. Attendees are encouraged to choose a travel insurance policy that includes loss of fees/deposits through cancellation of your participation in the Conference, or through the cancellation of the Conference itself, loss of airfares for any reason, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property, additional expenses and repatriation should travel arrangements have to be altered. The Conference Organiser will take no responsibility for any participant failing to insure.
