General Information
Venue
Austrauma is held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre (SCEC), Darling Harbour. Darling Harbour is the city's most exciting visitor precinct. An inlet of Sydney Harbour, the district offers myriad entertainment, dining, transport and accommodation options and draws millions of local and international visitors each year to its many attractions. Only a 10 minute walk from the centre of the city, the precinct is home to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
With more than 17,000 hotel rooms located nearby, this vibrant region is easily accessible. Visitors can hop on the light rail or monorail, take a cab, jump on a ferry or water taxi or simply stroll to Darling Harbour from the central business district. Located on the waterfront within walking distance of the heart of the city, the area offers all that visitors love about Sydney - from great restaurants and live entertainment to beautiful gardens and fantastic attractions.
Parking is available at the Convention Centre at a rate of $27.00 per day. The Exhibition Centre car park is conveniently located off Darling Drive, underneath the Centre's five exhibition halls. The car park has direct access to the venue and the many attractions and facilities available in Darling Harbour. Car park opening hours: Monday to Thursday - 6am to 1am the next day, Friday - open from 6am, 24 hours, Saturday - open 24 hours.
Internet Centre is available at the Convention Centre for delegates' to use.
Passport and Visa Information
All travellers to Australia, other than New Zealand, require a valid entry VISA prior to travel to Australia. For many nationalities (29 in total) an Electronic Visa or Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) can be obtained from your travel agent or airline when making your travel arrangements or via the Australian Department of Immigration website.
Electricity
Electrical current is 240/250V, AC 50Hz. The Australian three-pin power outlet is different from that in many countries, so you will need an adaptor. If your appliances are 110V, check if there is a 110/240V switch. If not, you will need a voltage converter. Universal outlets for 240V or 110V shavers are usually found in leading hotels.
Sydney Airport to Sydney City
Sydney Airport is located just 8 km (5 miles) from central Sydney.
- Take a taxi. Each terminal has its own sheltered taxi rank with supervisors on hand in peak hours to ensure a smooth flow of taxis for travellers. It costs about A$25-$30 and takes about 20 minutes for a taxi from the airport to the heart of the city. Remember passengers pay for any bridge or road tolls on top of the fare. An airport toll of $2.50 also applies. Catch a taxi directly outside the airport doors at any terminal. As throughout Australia, tipping is appreciated but is not required.
- Take the train. There is a railway link from the airport to Central station. The single adult fare from Sydney International Airport to Sydney Central station is A$13.80. The trip to Central takes 10-15 minutes.
- Take the airport shuttle bus. Sydney Airporter charges A$12 from Sydney International Airport to central Sydney and will drop off at hotels in the city, Darling Harbour and Kings Cross.
