Adelaide, South Australia

Adelaide is a multi-cultural metropolis of over a million people, nestled between the sea and the hills. Settled in 1836 and boasting a Mediterranean climate, Adelaide has developed to encompass the vigour and excitement of a modern city, while retaining the charm and tranquillity of the past. Conference and accommodation facilities are first class and there are so many things to see and do in Adelaide. The world’s best food and wine compliment the natural environment in Australia’s most convenient city.

 

Venue - Adelaide Convention Centre

The venue for the ACM Conference is the Adelaide Convention Centre, which is Australia’s first purpose-built Convention Centre, magnificently refurbished and expanded recently, overlooking the picturesque River Torrens. The Convention Centre is only 20 minutes from the airport and a short stroll to the shopping mall. Ideally situated close to a wide range of hotel accommodation and apartments, making this centre an ideal host venue for the Australian College of Midwives 16th Biennial Conference.

Local Transport

The Adelaide Airport is situated seven kilometres from the central business district and major hotels. An Airport City minibus runs between the airport and major hotels every half hour from 7.00am – 10.00pm (hourly on weekends) at a cost of approximately $10.00. A taxi from the airport to the city is approximately $15.00.

Suburban Taxi	131 008
Yellow Cabs	131 227
Adelaide Independent Taxi	132 211

Car Parking

Car parking is available at the Adelaide Convention Centre, in both the Exhibition Car Park and the Riverbank Car Park. All day early bird parking is $7.50, with entry between 5.00am and 9.30am and exit by 6.30pm. Beyond 6.30pm casual rates apply to a maximum of $24.00 per 24 hour period. Other public car parks are situated on North Terrace.