Tuesday 1 December 2009, 6 pm

Welcome Reception and Conference Registration
Monash University (ACIS HQ Room: H1.16)
Tuesday 1 December 2009, 6.00 – 7.30pm

A relaxed and informal gathering at Monash University, Caulfield Campus for those that want to do an early registration before the official opening of the conference the following morning. This is a low key event, and as Monash is located approx 20-40 minutes from most CBD hotels, it is not a requirement to attend. For delegates who are free for the evening and would like to attend, it is a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues and renew old acquaintances. Drinks and nibbles are provided.

To see how to get to Monash Caulfield please click here.

Wednesday 2 December 2009, 6:30 pm

Cocktail party
The Jim Stynes Room, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
Wednesday 2 December 2009, 6.30 - 8:30pm

The MCG

Lord’s, Wembley, Old Trafford, Eden Gardens and Yankee Stadium are considered among the greatest sporting arenas in the world, but for history, pure drama and emotion, it’s hard to look past the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

The MCG has established a marvellous history that compares favourably with any other in the world, hosting plenty of international cricket including the first-ever Test and the 1992 World Cup final, countless VFL/AFL Grand Finals, and the 1956 Olympic Games.

People from all over Australia, and indeed all over the world, speak reverently about the MCG, a ground that is as well known as any other.

But backstage, the MCG Tour gives the visitor the opportunity to relive their great sporting memories through a comprehensive tour of this marvellous stadium, where so many champions of yesterday and today have performed.

ACIS 2009 delegates will take part in the magical MCG Tour…come along and you will get to walk out onto one of the greatest ovals in the world., and more.

The Melbourne Cricket Ground is located on the junction between inner-city Melbourne suburbs Richmond and East Melbourne.

The MCG is situated in Yarra Park, bordered by Brunton Avenue, Jolimont Street and Jolimont Terrace.

http://www.mcg.org.au/Events/Where%20is%20the%20MCG.aspx

 

Travelling to the MCG: http://www.mcg.org.au/Events/Travelling%20to%20the%20G.aspx

For those traveling directly to the MCG from Monash University, Caulfield, the quickest and cheapest option is to travel by train from the Caulfield station, traveling on any train on route to Flinders Street station. Delegates should disembark at the Richmond station.

Jim Stynes Room: Enter through Gate 3; near light tower 2; take lift/escalator to level 2.
For details on how to find the Jim Stynes room please go to http://www.necbs.com.au/docs/mapjimstynesroom.pdf

Dress: Business casual

 

Thursday 3 December 2009, 7pm

Conference Dinner
The Great Hall, National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) International (180 St Kilda Road Melbourne)
Thursday 3 December 2009, 7pm

 

Since 1861, the National Gallery of Victoria has been displaying art works for the enjoyment of the community. The Collection is split between The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Federation Square, home of Australian art, and NGV International at St Kilda Road, the redeveloped building dedicated to the gallery's magnificent international artworks. Our visitors have two wonderful NGV buildings dedicated to bringing art and people together.

ACIS 2009 delegates will enjoy relaxed cocktails in the sculpture garden, followed by a tour of the current exhibitions at NGV. Guests will then proceed to the Great Hall for the formal conference dinner.

http://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/

 

Getting there

NGV International is located 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne.

Travelling to NGV: For those traveling directly to NGV from Monash University, Caulfield, the quickest and cheapest option is to travel by train from the Caulfield station, traveling on any train on route to Flinders Street station. Delegates should disembark at the Flinders Street station and enjoy a short 5 minute stroll down St Kilda Road to the venue.

Dress: Business casual

Note: Social event tickets can be purchased at the following cost for additional guests.

• NGV dinner ticket $150
• MCG cocktail party ticket $90