The Australian Science Communicators are hosting the conference in collaboration with the World Federation of Science Journalists.
Registration
Pre-registrations have now closed. There are some places available for working journalists to register on the day. Please contact Jacqui Muir on +61 3 9645 6311 or jacqui@wsm.com.au
Registration fees:
Registration Type |
Cost per person prior to 15 February 2006 |
Cost per person on or after 15 February 2006 |
| Member* | $605.00 | $605.00 |
| Non Member | $715.00 | $825.00 |
| Student# | $385.00 | $440.00 |
| Day Registration^ | $280.00 | $280.00 |
- Early bird registration for members has been extended to 1 April 2007
- If you experience difficulties registering online, please contact Kim O'Dea on kimo@wsm.com.au
Registration includes:
Cancellations
Cancellations received in writing by the Conference Managers, prior to Friday 23 February 2007 will receive a fifty percent (50%) refund. No refund will be given after this date; however, an alternative delegate name may be submitted. All cancellations and substitutions must be made in writing to the Conference Managers.
Visas
Almost all international visitors coming to the conference will require a short business visit visa. For most countries this may take four to six weeks. So we'd recommend applying as soon as possible.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have a valid visa to enter Australia. We can provide documentation to assist you, but it is your responsibility.
For some more information on applying for a visa, click here
Privacy statement
Waldron Smith Management and the 5th World Conference of Science Journalists will gather and record personal information necessary for your attendance at the conference. Personal information will be gathered, stored and disseminated in accordance with the National Privacy Principles. A delegate list with name, organisation and country will be supplied to all conference attendees including exhibitors and sponsors. You can indicate on the registration form if you do not want to have your details included on the delegate list.
Disclaimer
The World Conference of Science Journalists 2007 and Exhibition including the conference organisers will not accept liability for the damages of any nature sustained by participants or their accompanying persons or loss or damage to their personal property as a result of the World Conference of Science Journalists 2007 and exhibition or related events.
General Information Relating to the Conference
People with special needs
Every effort is made to ensure people with special needs are catered for. Should you require any specific assistance, please include a notation with your registration form to enable us to make your stay in Melbourne a pleasant and comfortable experience.
For more information about registrations, accommodation or travel, please contact our conference organiser:
Kim O'Dea
Waldron Smith
61 Danks Street
West Port Melbourne Vic 3207
Tel: +61 (3) 9645 6311
Fax: +61 (3) 9645 6322
kimo@wsm.com.au
www.waldronsmith.com.au
*Member rate may be claimed by financial members of ASC, AMWA and SCANZ; members of journalism associations affiliated with the World Federation of Science Journalists; and working journalists. We regard a working journalist as someone who is paid by the media to report and not by a science organisation. Early bird registration for members has been extended until 1 April when the rate will increase to $715.
# Student Registration does not include evening receptions
^ Day registration includes evening reception on day of attendance only