ARC Research Network on Intelligent Sensors, Sensor Networks and Information Processing Recent Advances in
Operations Research

December 1, 2006
Melbourne, Australia		 Australian Centre of Excellence for Risk Analysis
Welcome News Important dates Program Registration Hotels Venue Contact Sponsors FAQs

Venue

The Workshop will be held on the campus of the University of Melbourne.

Theatre 3
Level 2
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Building
111 Barry Street
Carlton

The ICT building is right next to Univertsity Square, on the southern side of Grattan Street. It is Building No. 105 on the campus map (grid point P14).

Parking
There is an undercover carpark at University Square. Hourly ($2.5) and daily ($7.5) rates are available. The entrace is via Berkeley Street, approximately 50 metres from the corner of Grattan Street on the east side of Berkeley Street (see map).

The campus of the University of Melbourne is located right next to the famous Lygon Street and within a short (10 minutes) tram ride to city center.

Please note that December is a very quiet month at the University - most students are not there!

You may find the following links useful with regard to general tourist/travel information on Melbourne:

Some useful tips:

Weather:
The average temperature in Melbourne in December is around 24 C (75  F); the minimum is around 14 C (57 F). December is not a particularly rainy season, but it could definitely rain during the Workshop.

Transport from/to Melbourne Airport:
Melbourne airport is located about 25km north-west of the city along the Tullamarine Freeway. It is about a 30 minute drive from the center of the city. Both direct international and domestic flights depart from this airport using a single terminal complex.

Melbourne Airport is easily accessible, with many public and private transport services available. The airport operates 24hrs a day.

Non-Smoking Regulation:
Smoking is prohibited in all closed public places!

Car Rental:
All major Australian rental car companies have offices at the Airport. It is recommended that advance reservations be made for rental cars at all times. Rental cars can be booked from aboard most inbound flights. For further information please refer to http://www.melair.com.au/getting_there/rental_cars.asp

Public Transport:
The MET operates Metropolitan tram, train and bus services. Private bus lines operate co-ordinated services to and from railway stations and surrounding areas. One Met ticket is required for all forms of transport. Tickets can be purchased from train stations, on board trams, buses and from retail outlets. A full day fare for Zone 1 (covering the CBD and some of the suburbs) is $AUD 5.80. More information can be found at http://www.victrip.com.au

City Circle Tram:
The free city circle tram runs in both directions around the city center perimeter. The circuit takes 30 minutes, goes to the door of many City attractions and crosses most other rail and tramlines. A running commentary is provided and attendants on board will answer (almost) any questions. More details can be found at http://www.victrip.com.au/city_circle/

Warning: Look for passing cars before you get off trams!!!!

Visa Requirements:
All visitors to Australia must have a valid visa. For many visitors this can be done over the Internet. See http://www.eta.immi.gov.au for further details. It is important that you apply for your visas well in advance (at least 2 - 3 months) of anticipated travel.

Custom and Quarantine:
Australia has very strict quarantine laws. It is forbidden to bring food, plant or animal products into Australia and heavy fines apply. Baggage is checked on arrival. Visit this website to obtain the list of quarantined items http://www.affa.gov.au/content/publications.cfm?Category=Australian%20Quarantine%20fixand%20Inspection%20Service&ObjectID=91BEA21E-F661-4C28-993E5D87CAB8AF20

Banking:
The Australian Dollar ($AUD) is a decimal currency with units in dollars and cents. Travellers cheques and major credit cards such as Visa, American Express, Mastercard and Diners Club are widely accepted. Major banks are open from 9am to 4.30pm on weekdays, with many flexiteller machines located in the Melbourne CBD.

Taxes:
A 10% Goods and Services (GST) tax is incorporated into the price on all Goods and Services.

Tipping:
Tipping is not expected however if you wish to show appreciation for outstanding service 10-15% would be appropriate.

Telephone:
When calling from overseas the country code for Australia is "61". The area code for Melbourne is "3". When calling overseas from within Australia the international access code is "0011". Mobile phones are widely used throughout Australia. Check with your phone company in your home country about international roam facilities in Australia.

Travel Insurance:
Travel insurance is recommended to cover your cancellation of your trip and/or any medical expenses that may be incurred should you become ill or injured during your trip.

Welcome News Important dates Program Registration Hotels Venue Contact Sponsors FAQs