Banking Facilities – ATMs
There are 2 (two) ATM machines located within the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre; one is located on level 2 next to the Velluto Cafe in the Central Foyer and the other is just outside the Centre next to the Busports also located on Level 2.
Business Centre
Business support services, such as photocopying and printing, are available through the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Information Desk located on Level 2. This service is available Monday to Friday from 08:30–17:00hrs WST
Car Parking
The Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre car parking is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The car park does fill up quickly during the week. Alternate parking is available within a short walk of the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. Please see http://www.pcec.com.au/attend-an-event/parking.aspx to view the locations.
Child Minding
Please note that no official arrangements have been made for child care during the meeting. Please check with your hotel as they should be able to assist you with child minding services
Climate
Autumn in Perth begins in March and finishes at the end of May, although autumn in Perth is not typical of autumns most people would be familiar with. Autumn in Perth is like an extension of summer, or perhaps a second spring. With warm sunny days reaching temperatures between 21-24C and cooler nights 9-12C, there is still plenty of sunshine left before the onset of winter. Although the weather is still mostly fine, there may be an occasional shower or humidity.
Dress
Congress Attire is Smart Casual
Cloakroom
Cloakroom facilities are located on Level 2 next to the Registration and Information Desk. The cloakroom is available for storage of personal items only and cannot be used for the storage of Event related material. Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre accept no responsibility for the loss of, or damage to, personal items.
Emergency Response
In the event of an evacuation, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre staff will act as fire wardens to assist in the movement of patrons to the designated assembly points:
1. Level 1 in front of the Medina Hotel
2. Level 1 in between Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre and the Perth Train Station
3. Level 2 on the grassed area in front of Velluto Café (Summer Garden)
4. Level 2 on the grassed area to the East of the Busport entrance (Winter Garden)
Insurance
Delegates are strongly advised to secure appropriate travel and health insurance. Delegate registration fees do not provide any such insurance coverage. The Organising Committee and the Congress Office accepts no responsibility for any loss in this regard.
Language
The official language of the Congress is English
Name Badges and Tickets
All delegates will receive a name badge upon registration. This badge is the official pass and must be worn at all times to obtain entry to all Congress sessions, social events and associated activities. You will be provided with tickets to certain social functions which you will require to gain entry.
Smoking Policy
Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre is a no-smoking venue in compliance with the Tobacco Products Control Regulations 2006. Smoking is not permitted anywhere within the venue or within 5 metres of any entry or exit. Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre’s pavilion dock bays and the balcony on Level 3 are considered ‘substantially enclosed’ and the Regulations also prohibit smoking in these areas.
Special Requirements
Every effort will be made to ensure that people with special needs are catered for. Should you require any specific assistance, please note this when registering to enable us to make your attendance at the Congress a pleasant and comfortable experience.
Time Zone
Perth time zone is: GMT +8 hours. DST (Daylight Savings Time) does not apply to Western Australia.
Disclaimer
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians including the Congress Organisers will not accept liability for the damages of any nature sustained by participants or their accompanying persons for loss or damage to their personal property as a result of RACP Future Directions in Health Congress 2013 and exhibition or related events.
Privacy Statement
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