The Australian Science Communicators are hosting the conference in collaboration with the World Federation of Science Journalists. |
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Social functionsThe evening receptions and Friday day tours are included in the registration fee (except for students). Additional tickets can be purchased for each evening reception. They can be booked and paid for ahead of time via the registration form. There will be some public forums over the time of the conference. More information will be posted shortly. Evening receptions during the conference:Monday evening - welcome
Join us for the welcome reception and opening ceremony sponsored and presented by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). We’ll have light food, Aussie wine and the ABC will introduce us to Australian indigenous culture, science and natural history. The welcome reception is included in the registration fee for all full delegates - day-registered delegates and students can buy tickets at the registration desk. Tuesday evening reception - polar science
Immerse yourself in good food, fine company and the wonders of the deep at the Melbourne Aquarium as we celebrate International Polar Year. Brave the aquarium’s virtual simulator ride; marvel at the myriad fish, octopi and sea jellies, stars and snakes; surround yourself with grey nurse sharks, eagle rays and marine turtles; and take in the view over the Yarra River at night. This reception is included as a part of full registration. Please refer to map on page 55 for Aquarium location (location 9 on Melbourne map). Delegates can walk or catch a tram along Flinders Street. (approx 6 blocks from conference venue) Wednesday evening reception - theatre of science
Science and theatre will creatively merge in the spectacular glass atrium of the Bio21 Institute. A new Science magazine will be launched. Three talented journalists of the future will be honoured. Drinks and canapés will be provided. Prepare for enjoyment. This reception is included as a part of full registration. Transport will be provided from the Hyatt Hotel. Or delegates can catch a taxi (10 minutes from conference venue, approximate taxi cost $15)
Be guided in your viewing of the southern stars by leading astronomers from the University of Melbourne. Telescopes will be set up on the lawns at the historic Melbourne Observatory in the Royal Botanic Gardens, once a leading facility for mapping the stars. Meet Professor Rachel Webster and share in the vision for a new telescope that will probe the origins of the Universe. Enjoy drinks, canapés and entertainment in the Observatory Café. Transport will be provided from the Theatre of Science reception at Bio21. Numbers are limited for the stargazing so if you wish to attend, please book through your registration log in page. Thursday evening happy hour
Announcement of the winner of the bid for the 6th World Conference of Science Journalists Thursday evening farewell reception
Buses will depart from the conference venue at 6.20 pm and 6.40 pm This reception is included as a part of full registration. Please note: entree cards will be required so if you wish to attend, please book through your registration log in page. Friday toursOn Friday 20 April, there are six tours on offer in and around Melbourne to science and tourism destinations. The tours all leave from the conference venue on Friday morning and vary in length. Most cover lunch. For some tours there is a small cost toward national park entrance fees. These tours are included in the registration fee and can be booked through your registration log in page. |
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