What you need to know

To help your visit run smoothly, we've gathered everything you need in one place.

How to get there

Address:

The conference will be held at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Gardens Point Campus: Level 4, Z Block, Lamington Drive

Transport Options:

We recommend using public transport when travelling around Brisbane. Translink is currently offering $0.50 fares across the Brisbane public transport network (more info) and you can tap on and off with your debit/credit card to pay for travel.

You can travel to and from QUT Gardens Point by bus, train, CityCat (ferry), taxi/rideshare or car.

The campus has its own CityCat stop, and is a short walk from Central and South Bank train stations, and King George Square and Queen Street bus stations.

The taxi/rideshare pick-up and drop-off is located at the QUT Gardens Point main entrance on the corner of George Street and Alice Street.

Paid parking is available. A discounted rate of $5.00/hour applies with a validated ticket. To redeem this discounted rate, present your parking ticket at the registration desk for validation.

Walking from VOCO:

Our partner accommodation VOCO Brisbane City Centre is 1.2km from the conference venue. If you are staying at VOCO, please allow approximately 20 minutes to walk to between venues (directions below).

You can also catch the CityCat two stops from North Quay to the QUT Gardens Point terminal, which is located directly behind Z Block.

Registration:

You will find the registration desk in Z Block, Level 4. On Day 1 conference registration is from 8am, with doors opening from 8:15am. We are expecting a full house so please collect your nametag from the registration desk on arrival and take your seat promptly.

Please wear your nametag at all times. This is your pass to the conference. If you are attending both days of the conference you will only need to present at the registration desk on Day 1, then please retain your nametag for Day 2.

Please note, the conference team may ask you to present your tickets at any time.

Where can I find my ticket?:

Your tickets are attached to the confirmation email you would have received from the ticketing platform, Humanitix. Remember, this may have been sent to your business or personal email address. If you can't find your ticket, first check your email spam or junk folder. If you still cannot locate your ticket, click the 'Contact Host' button on the VADCON24 event page, select 'Can't find my ticket/invoice' and fill out the form. Your tickets will automatically be sent to you.

Wi-fi

All conference participants can register for free QUT Wi-fi. To make connecting easier, please register before coming on site.

Attendees from other universities can use eduroam by connecting from your institution first before attending QUT. 4G and 5G should also perform well on campus.

What to bring:

We encourage you to bring the following items:

Notepad and pen
Refillable water bottle (water refill stations available onsite)
Phone charger and portable power bank
Venues are airconditioned so it may be a good idea to bring a light layer

Please note, Brisbane weather in October can be unpredictable so please be mindful of the forecast and dress accordingly. Some rain and potential thunderstorms are expected.

Where to eat and drink:

Morning tea, a light lunch, and afternoon tea will be provided, and there are plenty of options for breakfast and dinner within walking distance of QUT Gardens Point and VOCO Brisbane City Centre.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS:

Thank you for providing your dietary requirements when registering. If you forgot to advise your dietary requirements, please urgently email [email protected] and we will try our best to accommodate your request.

Please note, people with allergies or other specific requirements will be served at a separate table. Please follow the caterer's instructions and make yourself known to the conference team if you are unsure where to collect your food during the breaks.

Please do not bring food into the auditorium.

Feedback

Want to provide feedback or send a message to the VADCON team during the conference? Click this link or scan the QR code at the registration desk.

Events Program

Day 1 Networking Event

Location: Chelsea Lane, VOCO Brisbane City Centre
Date: Monday 28 October
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm

Join us at the end of Day 1 for complimentary networking in VOCO's stylish Chelsea Lane, a 15 minute walk from the conference venue. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided.

Conference Dinner & Awards Ceremony

Location: Grand Chelsea Ballroom, VOCO Brisbane City Centre
Date: Monday 28 October
Time: 6:30pm-9:00pm
Dress code: Smart casual

Enjoy a two-course meal and drinks as we toast to our award recipients and celebrate the great achievements of everyone working in the trans-Tasman VAD space. This is a ticketed event.

Bonus Pre-Conference Events (Sunday)

Location: The Palms, VOCO Brisbane City Centre
Date: Sunday 27 October
Times:

3:00pm - VADANZ Annual General Meeting (VADANZ members only)
4:00pm - Clinical session (All welcome)
5:30pm - Networking drinks
6:30pm - Events conclude

Calling all VADANZ Members! The inaugural VADANZ Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday 27th October, the day before the conference. Members are invited to attend from 3pm.

Then from 4pm all conference early-arrivals (including non-members) are welcome to join us for a clinical session featuring experts from different jurisdictions, with complimentary networking drinks to follow from 5:30pm. Tickets are free, however you must register to attend.

Storing Luggage:

There is some space at the back of the auditorium to store luggage, however please note this room will not be locked during the conference and we take no responsibility for any lost or damaged items.

Please be quiet and respectful of the presenters if you need to collect your luggage and/or leave during a conference session.

Online delegates:

Your livestream link will be sent the afternoon before the conference. If you are attending both days, a separate link will be provided for Day 1 (Monday) and Day 2 (Tuesday).

During the conference we will use Slido to facilitate Q&As and vote on the top policy priorities. To access, visit slido.com and enter code: vad or download the app on your phone.

If you have questions about the livestream you can contact our online conference director via the Zoom chat feature.

All sessions in the program are shown in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), so keep this in mind if you’re joining from outside Queensland. Daylight savings is in effect.

Still have questions? Read our FAQs or email [email protected]

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