Welcome to Townsville!

Townsville Airport is proud to host the 2009 Australasian Airports Landside Transport Conference. We know you will enjoy the sunshine and beautiful climate of our city in the tropics. We look forward to seeing you at AALTC!

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Sponsors & Exhibitors
Download your invitation to sponsor and exhibit [download PDF].

To view more of our speaker profiles click here.

Our Host City - Townsville
Townsville is Australia’s largest tropical city and provide a premier destination for visitors wanting a genuine taste of ‘Life in the Tropics’.

Townsville offers more than 300 sunny days each year – perfect weather to enjoy a diversity of experiences that range from the excitement of bull-riding and ‘barra’ fishing, to the magic of Magnetic Island, the historical charm of Charters Towers, the breathtaking rainforest of the Paluma Ranges, the cane fields and community of the Burdekin and the pristine paradise of Mission Beach.

Enjoy the spectacular Strand in the heart of Townsville city – 2.5km of beachfront boulevard lined with restaurants, cafes, bars, barbeque/picnic areas, swimming enclosures/pools, sporting and recreational facilities, walking paths and the only water playground of its kind in Australia – all with sweeping views across Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island.

Magnetic Island is just 20 minutes from the city centre by fast catamaran ferry, or 40 minutes by car ferry if you wish to take your own vehicle. Here, more than 2,000 koalas roam free in an idyllic tropical setting offering superb views, palm-fringed beaches, a wide variety of accommodation and plenty to see and do, including bush walks to inspect World War II fortifications.

To experience the great Aussie Outback and the flavour of the gold rush era, take a tour or drive 135 kilometres west from Townsville to the heritage centre of Charters Towers. This is a city of history and charm that boomed following the 1872 discovery of gold in the area by an Aboriginal boy, Jupiter Mosman. Visitors can now relive the legends and history of this bygone era through the new ‘Ghosts of Gold’ experience, by panning for gold and visiting a host of other attractions in and around the city.

Ingham - known for its vibrant culture – provides access to Wallaman Falls, Australia’s largest sheer drop waterfall. The seaside village of Cardwell is home to dugongs which inhabit the marine parks and overlooks Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island National Park. The Hinchinbrook Channel is a favourite spot for North Queensland fishermen. Head just a little further north and experience Mission Beach - 14km of palm fringed beaches with water sports, restaurants, arts, crafts and access to Dunk, Bedarra and Orpheus Islands.

North Queensland has it all! Visit the reef, rainforest, tropical islands and the outback. The perfect playground for you to explore.

For further information visit: www.townsvilleholidays.info

Our Venue
Mercure Inn Townsville
Woolcock Street, Townsville, Australia, 4810
www.accorhotels.com.au/mercure-townsville
click here for Floor Plan

Mercure Inn Townsville is a resort style hotel located close to the city and 2km from the airport. Set lakeside amidst 11 acres of lush tropical gardens, the hotel offers 186 spacious, well appointed rooms, with views across the lake or pool or through the tropical gardens. Mercure Inn Townsville boasts the largest hotel free form swimming pool in Townsville, with a spa and an area for children, as well as tennis courts, a newly refurbished restaurant and conference facilities

Speakers and Program Information
Download the conference program [download PDF].

To view more of our speaker profiles click here.

General Information

Airport Transfers
The Townsville Airport is situated 10 minutes from the CBD. Taxis are available from the Airport to the city and hotels.

Car Parking
General car parking is available at Mercure Inn Townsville for conference delegates.

Climate
Temperatures in North Queensland are generally moderate with the average temperature during October – average high 26 degrees, average low 20 degrees. Casual clothing is recommended.

Communication
All communication with delegates will be by email, fax or post. If you register and do not receive confirmation within five (5) working days please contact the Conference Management Office.

Dress
Townsville has a fairly warm climate. Dress throughout the conference will be smart casual.

Indemnity
In the event of industrial disruption or other unforeseen circumstances, the Host, Organising Committee and Tailored Statements by Antoinette Woods accept no responsibility for loss of monies incurred by delay or cancellation.

Insurance
Registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that all delegates take out their own travel and medical insurance prior to coming to the Conference. The policy should include loss of fees / deposit through cancellation of your participation in the Conference, or through 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. Neither the Conference Management Office nor the Organising Committee will take any responsibility for any participant failing to insure. Please speak to your travel agent or airline in regard to this matter.

Meals
A variety of refreshment breaks will occur throughout the Conference. We recognise that some delegates may have special dietary requirements. Please advise the Conference Management Office via the registration form or in writing should you require alternative arrangements be made on your behalf.

Messages
Messages for delegates attending the conference will be placed on a message board at the conference registration desk. Please check these boards during your session breaks throughout the day.

Privacy
In registering for the Conference, relevant details may be forwarded to the Organising Committee, Members and Sponsors. It is also intended to provide a delegate list for networking benefits. If you do not wish your details to be forwarded, please indicate so by ticking the relevant box on the registration form when you register.

Smoking Policy
The Queensland Government imposes a strict no smoking policy in venues, restaurants, bars and shopping centres.

Visas
International visitors to Australia require a Visa or an electronic travel authority. It is your responsibility to ensure documentation is correct and complete before you commence your journey. Information on obtaining visas or ETAs can be found on the website www.eta.immi.gov.au.