IPA - Australasia Regional Meeting, Rotorua, New Zealand, 5-8 April 2005
GENERAL INFORMATION
International
Psychogeriatric Association
in conjunction with the Faculty of Psychiatry of Old Age (RANZCP)
Joint Australasia Regional Meeting 2005
“From Fundamentals to Fascinations” – new perspectives on aging and mental
health
Rotorua Convention Centre
Rotorua, New Zealand
5-8 April 2005
GENERAL INFORMATION
AT THE CONFERENCE
Your conference pack will be available for collection from the Registration Desk located in the foyer of the Rotorua Convention Centre, corner of Arawa and Fenton Streets, at the following times:
Tuesday, 5 April 1300 – 1700 hrs
Wednesday, 6 April 0800 – 1730 hrs
Thursday, 7 April 0800 – 1730 hrs
Friday, 8 April 0800 – 1330 hrs
CLIMATE
Rotorua has mild temperatures year round and April is in the Southern Hemisphere's early autumn. The average daytime temperature range for April is between 15 and 26 degrees Celsius.
As Rotorua is about an hour's drive from the coast and located in an elevated volcanic caldera, conditions are not as humid as some parts of New Zealand, but you should be prepared for the possibility of rain showers. It is recommended that you bring an umbrella and a warm jacket.
CURRENCY/BANKING
There are many banks situated close to the conference venue which offer currency exchange facilities. Banking hours are commonly 0900-1630 hrs, Monday to Friday. Automatic teller machines (ATMs) are well spread throughout the Rotorua business district. International credit cards are accepted throughout the country and traveller’s cheques can be changed at banks, hotels, resorts and most city stores.
DRESS
Conference Sessions
Smart casual
Welcome Cocktails
Smart casual
Conference Dinner
Semi-formal
ELECTRICITY
New Zealand uses a 240 volt 50 cycle system with 3 pin flat plugs.
GOODS AND SERVICES TAX
Goods and services in New Zealand are subject to a 12.5% tax (GST). This tax is usually included in the price and, if not, it is clearly stated. This tax cannot be claimed back by visitors when leaving the country. However, some tourist shops can offer a tax back scheme for goods purchased over a certain value that are to be exported.
INSURANCE
It is strongly recommended that you purchase comprehensive Travel Insurance to cover the duration of your visit to New Zealand and to protect you against cancellation charges, loss or damage to your luggage and personal effects, loss of cash, and medical expenses.
LANGUAGE
English is the common language of New Zealand. Maori, an official language of growing importance, is spoken mainly in the Maori community, and during the powhiri or welcoming ceremony.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Please give details of any special diet, special needs or disability assistance required on your registration form.
TIME
New Zealand time is 12 hours ahead of GMT.
TIPPING
Tipping is not expected, but is at the discretion of a well satisfied customer.
MEETING ADMINISTRATORS
If you have any queries about the meeting arrangements please contact:
The Conference Company
Postal Address:
PO Box 90-040
Auckland
New Zealand
Street Address:
44 College Hill
Ponsonby, Auckland
New Zealand
