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Registration Information
Regististration fees
AAEE Member Registration Fees |
Early (payment received by 13 August 2010) |
$680.00 |
| Non Member Registration Fees | Early (payment received by 13 August 2010) Late (payment received after 13 August 2010) |
$760.00 $850.00 |
| AAEE Member Full-Time Student * or Concession card holder** | Early (payment received by 13 August 2010) Late (payment received after 13 August 2010) |
$300.00 $330.00 |
| Non Member Full-Time Student * or Concession card holder** | Early (payment received by 13 August 2010) Late (payment received after 13 August 2010) |
$350.00 $380.00 |
| Day Registration AAEE Member | Early (payment received by 13 August 2010) Late (payment received after 13 August 2010) |
$200.00 $225.00 |
| Day Registration Non Member | Early (payment received by 13 August 2010) Late (payment received after 13 August 2010) |
$250.00 $275.00 |
*Student Registration Fees
You must be a full time student to qualify for the student rate. Your registration form must be submitted with a signed letter confirming your full time student status on your educational institution’s letterhead by your lecturer or student administrator.
*Concession Card Holder Fees
You will need to provide you Concession card number..
Full Registration includes
- Attendance at Conference sessions
- Welcome drinks Sunday evening
- Morning teas, lunches and afternoon teas as per the Conference program
- One field trip on Tuesday afternoon
- Conference materials as available
Day Registration includes
- Attendance at all Conference sessions on the day of registration
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea as per the Conference program on that day
NOTE: Day registration on Tuesday includes participation in one field trip - Conference materials as available
Social Functions
Welcome Drinks
Sunday 26 September
Manning Clarke Centre, Australian National University
5.00pm - 6.30pm
Tickets included in the price of full registration.
COST for day delegates and guests $45.00
Conference Dinner
Wednesday 29 September
Old Parliament House
7.00pm - 11.00pm
Come and enjoy the history and atmosphere of Old Parliament House restored to its original 1927 glory. Pre-dinner drinks will be served in the elegant Kings Hall, once the venue for grand functions, historic announcements and receptions for Heads of States and other dignitaries. Dinner willl be served in the prestigious Members Dining Room with sweeping views up to new Parliament House and adjacent to the Members Bar, featuring warm woodent panelling, polished brass rails and a baby grand piano.
Old Parliament House is approximately a 30 minute walk from the Manning Clarke Centre, however a shuttle bus service will be provided departing the listed conference hotels at approximately 6.45pm and returning between 11.00 and 11.30pm.
COST: $110 per person
Tickets are NOT included in the Full Registration Fee
NOTE: Limited tickets available so book early
Canberra Events on in September Production: Too Hot To Handle Duration: 50 minutes – no interval Jigsaw Theatre Company in association with The Street Theatre presents Too Hot To Handle More timely than ever, featuring parody and hilarity, Too Hot to Handle uses humour and toe-tapping songs Be warned: this climate change musical for kids will make you laugh (a lot)… It also sold out in 2008! “A direct and funny show that never forgets the fears and humour of its young audience” Floriade Floriade is located in Commonwealth Park. Opening times are 9.00am - 5.00pm daily
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Field Trips
Following are details for the Field Trips taking place on Tuesday afternoon. As many of these have limited numbers please select a first and second option. NOTE: Field trips are available for Registered Conference Delegates only, additional tickets for guests are not possible.
Hume Resource Recovery Estate
ACT NOWaste is constructing a new Resource Recovery Estate for reprocessing and resale of materials that would otherwise be lost to landfill. The facility takes all of Canberra and surrounding areas kerbside recycling. Infra-red lights, humans and magnets sort the waste; Visit the education centre and take part in activities for schools and community groups.
The excursion will teach people what goes in residential recycling bins, where it comes to, how it gets sorted, and then what it gets turned into. The other part of the tour will educate the people about where all the rubbish gets buried and how the government is setting up places/businesses to help us reduce, reuse and recycle. We will also explain how we mine for methane gas, collect leachates and line landfills to prevent damaging the environment.
Canberra Airport (includes Brindabella Business Park)
Visit Australia's greenest business centre, an award winning sustainable commercial building precinct, the first in Australia to receive a 5 star rating. The precinct has achieved a number of environmental ‘firsts’, incorporating a host of water-saving and re-uses technology, an on-site tri-generation power plant, and leading edge building techniques to set new benchmarks in commercial building design.
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Experience this 40 hectare outdoor living classroom and discover Australia’s rich natural and cultural heritage. Explore the connections between people, plants and animals through inquiry based explorations and hands-on learning experiences. Programs are designed and developed for Pre-school through to Tertiary students.
Australian National Gallery
Join Anne O-Heir, Assistant Curator of Photography, to explore a special selection of photographs in the Collection Study Room of the National Gallery of Australia. Photographs will examine environmental themes and practices. The session includes free time to view the general collection and engage with National Gallery of Australia education staff.
Australian National University - Sustainability Initiatives
Explore the range of environmental initiatives at ANU and find resources and tips on how your actions can make a difference. ANUgreen is the University’s award-winning environmental management program committed to developing innovative solutions to reduce the environmental impacts of the University’s research, teaching and operations and providing leadership in the pursuit of sustainability through community engagement and outreach. See the largest paraboloidal dish solar concentrator in the world and the Hot Rock Composter (composts all of the ANU’s food scraps).
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
Tidbinbilla is a place of deep spiritual significance to Aboriginal people with rock shelters evidencing Aboriginal occupation dating back at least 21,000 years. With fourteen diverse and protected habitats including wetlands, grasslands, woodlands, wet and dry forests, and sub-alpine areas, supporting a range of wildlife including lyrebirds, kangaroos, possums, wombats, echidnas, platypus and emus, Tidbinbilla is an extremely important environmental community.
This fieldtrip will focus on the devastating impact of bushfires and the phenomenal regeneration in this region, then you’ll visit the Sanctuary and learn about the Aboriginal culture that has shaped and been shaped by this valley.
Urban Wetlands Bike Tour- Sensitive Urban Water Design
Tour by bike the myriad of new ACT Government urban wetlands designed to protect water supplies and the natural environment. These wetlands are converting concrete channels to living systems, improving water quality and flood protection. The creation of aquatic habitat, that attract water birds, frogs, turtles, water bugs and yabbies, are providing sites to educate and involve the community with the development and ongoing guardianship of these natural spaces. See the newly released urban wetlands curriculum units (P-10).
New Parliament House –Can parliament lead change on the environment?
Visit the halls of power and see our politicians in action on a tour of New Parliament House. Take part in a debate of an Environment Bill and gain an understanding of the processes involved. A guided tour will offer a dynamic introduction to Parliament House and the Australian Parliament including the history, objects, artwork, architecture and the democratic process in action, with a special focus on leading change in the environment. Learn more about the educational resources available through the parliamentary education office.
Time permitting we will visit the Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House.
Mentoring Program
This year the conference will have a mentor program to connect people new to the industry with those with some more experience. The program is designed to be clear and tangible way to invigorate the industry by helping new people to get more support and for more experienced people to pass on their knowledge and learn from the vibrancy and innovation of the coming generation.
As a mentor you will be supported with information on how to mentor and be provided with a mentee (the person being mentored) based on your experience in the industry. Your commitment is to be in contact with your mentee before, during and after the conference to help them feel part of the industry and be able to meet new contacts to further develop their career.
As a mentee (being mentored by someone else) you will receive the details of the person who is going to mentor you. They will be selected to be your mentor based on your fields of interest within environmental education. Your mentor is expected to be available for discussion with you before, during and after the conference. They will give you advice about the industry and help you to build a network of contacts.
Payment Procedures
Payment can be made by:
- Credit card – MasterCard, Visa and American Express
- Cheque – made payable to Conference Co-ordinators – AAEE Conference
It is not necessary to pay by credit card when completing your registration on-line, you may select to be invoiced
Cancellation Policy
All alterations or cancellations to your registration must be made in writing and will be acknowledged by letter, facsimile or e-mail. Notification should be sent to:
AAEE National Conference Secretariat
Conference Co-ordinators
PO Box 139
CALWELL ACT 2905
FAX 02 6292 9002
Email AAEE2010@confco.com.au
An administration charge of $110.00 will be made to any participant canceling before Friday 27 August 2010.
After Friday 27 August any cancellations received will be required to pay full registration fees (NOTE: this includes cancellations of registrations and social function bookings). However, if you are unable to attend, substitutes are welcome at no additional cost.
By submitting your registration you agree to the terms of the cancellation policy.
Registration Enquiries
For further information please contact:
AAEE National Conference Secretariat
Conference Co-ordinators
PO Box 139
CALWELL ACT 2905
FAX 02 6292 9002
Email AAEE210@confco.com.au
Accommodation
EARLY BOOKINGS ARE RECOMMENDED, AS ACCOMMODATION FILLS QUICKLY DURING FLORIADE
To book your accommodation at the rates listed below complete the appropriate section of the registration form. Bookings are subject to availability and should be made prior to Friday 27 August 2010.
All cancellations or amendments must be made in writing to Conference Co-ordinators and will be acknowledged by facsimile.
Please note your credit card details are required to guarantee your room. Neither Conference Co-ordinators nor the hotel will make any charges against your credit card unless you fail to give at least 21 days notice in writing of your cancellation or if less than 21 days prior to arrival your booking is reduced or cancelled in which case full payment will be required unless the room(s) can be resold. Full payment of your account will be required at the time of your departure. NOTE: Some hotels may do a pre-authorisation to ensure the validity of the card supplied.
Rates quoted are per room per night GST inclusive and DO NOT include breakfast unless specified.
Alternative Backpacker options which will require personal bookings are listed below these pre-booked options. These will need to be booked by you directly with the properties. Early bookings are recommended.
Rydges Lakeside
1 London Circuit, Canberra
Over the last 18 months the area surrounding Rydges Lakeside has undergone major changes with office developments, apartments, bars and restaurants opening. Rydges Lakeside is a 10 minute walk to the Manning Clarke Centre. This property has 24 hour reception, room service and two onsite restaurants. All rooms have balconies and offer high speed internet (for a fee), pay per view movies, mini bar, hairdryer, iron and ironing board.
Note: This hotel has an absolute no-smoking policy.
Standard room $208 per room per night single/twin/double
Novotel
65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra
Located on Northbourne Avenue, one of Canberra’s main thoroughfares, the Novotel is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the Manning Clarke Centre. The hotel offers 24 hour reception and room service, an onsite restaurant and bar, gymnasium and undercover parking (charges apply per night). In-room facilities include mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, broadband (for a fee), Fox Sports and News, pay per view movies, climate control air-conditioning, hairdryer, iron and ironing board.
Standard room $250 per room per night single/twin/double
Mantra
84 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra
Mantra on Northbourne (formerly the Saville) offers stylish accommodation centrally located approximately a 20 minute walk from the Manning Clarke Centre. The hotel features a heated indoor pool, sauna, fully-equipped gymnasium and the Zipprestaurantbar onsite. All rooms offer voice mail, individually controlled air-conditioning, pay per view movies, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. One and two bedroom apartments also offer a separate lounge and dining area, fully-equipped kitchen and a laundry with washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board.
Hotel Room $220 per room per night single/twin/double
1 Bedroom Apartment $262 per apartment per night
Canberra Rex Hotel
150 Northbourne Ave, Canberra
The Rex Hotel is a 3.5 star hotel located approximately a 20 - 30 minute walk from the Manning Clarke Centre. In room facilities include individually controlled air conditioning, iron and ironing board, broadband internet access available (for a fee), hair dryer, coffee and tea making facilities. The hotel has a 24 hour reception, indoor pool and complimentary on site car parking . Millie's Restaurant and Bar is open 7 days for Breakfast and Dinner and room service Dinner is available Monday to Friday.
The Rex is a totally smoke free environment
Standard Room $157 per room per night Single occupancy ***Includes Buffet Breakfast***
Standard Room $167 per room per night Twin (2 King Single beds) ***Includes Buffet Breakfast for 2***
Standard Room $177 per room per night Double (1 King bed) ***Includes Buffet Breakfast for 2***
The Marque Hotel
103 Northbourne Ave, Canberra
The Marque Hotel is a 3.5 star hotel located approximately a 20 - 30 minute walk from the Manning Clarke Centre. The hotel has a 24 hour reception, outdoor pool and limited complimentary on site car parking. The Northbourne Restaurant is open 7 days for Breakfast and Monday to Saturday for Dinner (public Holidays Excluded). Room service Dinner is available 7 days.
Deluxe Room $170 per room per night Single/Twin/Double
Alternative option you will need to book direct
Canberra City Backpackers http://www.yha.com.au/hostels/details.cfm?HostelID=240