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The Yarra Valley

The Yarra Valley is famous for its wine, fresh food and breathtaking scenery. It is a place of unspoilt pristine beauty, where the water and the air are clean and crisp, the views are spectacular and the friendly ambience invites you to relax. The Yarra Valley is now home to over 80 wineries, most of which offer cellar door tastings and sales. Whether you’re a connoisseur of wine or not Yarra Valley has plenty on offer, providing renowned regional or international cuisine, national parks, waterfalls, museums and award winning wineries.

The Yarra Valley has some of the most beautiful countryside in Victoria. Distant blue ranges, rolling hills filled with vines, towering trees, and pristine rivers that make up the magnificent scenery. Under an hours drive from Melbourne it is one of Australia’s most beautiful areas, well worth a visit.

Getting to the Yarra Valley

Conference Coach Transfers (included in the registration fee)

On Thursday 22 July there will be 2 coach transferes from the Qantas Terminal at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley.  It is estimated the transfer time will be approximately 1 hour.
Departure 1: 10.00am
Departure 2: 11:00am

2 return coaches will operate on Saturday 24 July
Departure 1: 2.00pm
Departure 2: 2:30pm


PRE-BOOKING OF THESE COACH TRASFERS VIA THE ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM IS ESSENTIAL AS SPACES ARE LIMITED.

Public transport from Melbourne Airport to the Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley:

From the airport take the Skybus to Southern Cross Station. (30 minutes)
Catch a train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale (William Street East / Maroondah Highway). (1 hour)
Catch a taxi from the Lilydale station to The Sebel Heritage in Yarra Valley (10 minutes)

Estimated Costs:
SkyBus: buses run every 10 minutes throughout the day and is approximately $16 one way
The train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale will cross 2 zones, a ticket will cost $5.80
The Sebel Heritage is approximately 10 minutes away from Lilydale station, a taxi is recommended.

For detailed information on timetables and costs contact Metlink on 13 1638 or visit www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au.

Conference Venue and Parking

The 5 star Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley, nestled in a valley below the Mt Lofty Ranges, on the doorstep of over 80 wineries. Located 45 minutes out of Melbourne the Sebel is a deluxe country style resort featuring two 18-hole signature golf courses, with The Heritage Clubhouse that has all the privileges of a private club and the Heritage Retreat and Day Spa.

The Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley Bella Restaurant prides itself in using fresh gourmet ingredients local to the Yarra Valley.

This hotel boasts a vast array of additional recreational options including; an indoor heated swimming pool, steam room, two floodlit tennis courts, volleyball courts, nature walks, bird watching, canoeing on the Yarra River, mountain bike riding and even wine tasting seminars. An extensive selection of sightseeing tours are also available including tours to such famous wineries are Yering Station, Coldstream Hills, Domaine Chandon, Rochford and Tarrawarra Estate.

Valet parking is available 24 hours at The Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley. To access the valet, please drive into the hotel's main entrance and concierge will park your vehicle in our underground secure car park. Valet parking is a small charge of $10.00 per vehicle, per day. Charges may be paid upon departure.

Self parking is available in the underground car park for residential guests. Day guest parking is available in the general visitor outdoor car park area.

Registration Details

Registration Fees  
Member Registration Fees - Early
(Payment received by 7 June 2010)
$625.00
Member Registration Fees - Late
(Payment received after 7 June 2010)
$725.00

Member Day Registration - Early
(Payment received by 7 June 2010)

$300.00 (per day)

Member Day Registration -Late
(Payment received after 7 June 2010)
$350.00 (per day)
Non-Member Registration Fees - Early
(Payment received by 7 June 2010)
$700.00
Non-Member Registration Fees - Late
(Payment received after 7 June 2010)
$800.00
Non-Member Day Registration - Early
(Payment received by 7 June 2010)
$320.00 (per day)
Non-Member Day Registration - Late
(Payment received after 7 June 2010)
$370.00 (per day)
NOTE: WAFA is not registered for GST


Full Registration Includes

  • Attendance at all conference sessions
  • Morning/Afternoon tea and lunch as per the program
  • 1 ticket to the Welcome Reception
  • 1 ticket to the Conference Dinner
  • Conference satchel and materials

Registration and Payment

To register for the conference you will need to complete the on-line Registration Form.

Payment can be made by Cheque or EFT.  Credit Cards payment facilities are not available.

Cheques: Make payable to the Australisian Women and Firefighting and send to
Conference Co-ordinators
PO Box 139
CALWELL ACT 2905

EFT PAYMENTS: Bank: Westpac Branch: Wollongong BSB: 032 695 Account: 351312
To enable us to reconcile your payment with you registration send a remitance advice to WAFA@confco.com.au

Social Functions

Welcome Reception
Thursday 22 July 2010, 6.00pm – 7.00pm
Sebel Herritage Yarra Valley

No charge: Full registered delegates
$55.00 per person: Day delegates and guests
Dress: Smart Casual

Conference Dinner
Friday 23 July 2010, 7.00pm – 11.00pm
Sebel Herritage Yarra Valley

No charge: Full registered delegates
$110.00 per person: Day delegates and guests
Dress: After 5

Registration Enquiries

For further information please contact:

Australiasian Women and Firefighting Secretariat
Conference Co-ordinators
PO Box 139,
CALWELL ACT 2905

Facsimile (02) 6292 9002
E-mail WAFA@confco.com.au
Website: www.wafa.asn.au

Cancellation Policy

All alterations or cancellations to your registration must be made in writing by post, facsimile or email to:

Conference Co-ordinators
PO Box 139
CALWELL ACT 2905

Fax (02) 6292 9002
E-mail conference@confco.com.au

An administration charge of $110.00 will be made to any participant cancelling before 7 June 2010. Cancellations received after 7 June 2010 will be required to pay full registration fees. However, if you are unable to attend, substitutes are welcome at no additional cost.

Accommodation

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 4 June 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 21 days notice in writing of your cancellation. Full payment of your account will be required at the time of your departure.

The Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley
Heritage Avenue
Chirnside Park VIC 3116

The Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley, set on 1000 acres, offers spacious and well appointed deluxe guestrooms and one bedroom spa suites. Each room comes with a personal balcony with striking views of the fairways or luscious gardens surrounding the hotel. Features of the room include separate bath and shower, tea and coffee facilities, refrigerator, mini bar, hairdryer, flat screen TV and broadband access.

Deluxe Guestroom: Single $195 per night
Deluxe Guest Room: Twin/Double $215 per night
One bedroom Suite: Single occupancy $295 per night

Mercure Balgownie Estate
1309 Melba Highway
Yarra Valley, VIC


Approximately a 5 - 10 minute taxi ride from the Sebel Yarra Valley, Mercure Balgownie, has a day spa, fitness centre, restaurant and cellar door.  All rooms are non-smoking, have reverse cycle airconditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, hair dryer and in-room safe.

Rate: $230 per nights Single/Twin/Double

Yarra Valley Motel
420 Maroondah Highway
Lilydale VIC

This small owner operated property offers personalised friendly service.  The standard rooms are spacious with queen sized bed and eiyher a couch or single bed.  All rooms have reverse cycle airconditioning, elecyric blankets and tea and coffee making facilities.  The Yarra Valley Motel is a 5 - 10 minute taxi ride to the Sebel Herigate.

Rate: $120 per nights Single/Twin/Double