FAQs

Taxi and shuttle buses offer the most convenient transfers between the airport and Hobart City. The distance from Hobart Airport to Hobart City is an approximate 20 minute drive.

Taxis from the airport cost approximately $30 – $60. The Hobart Airport is serviced by a number of taxi firms. The taxi rank is conveniently located right outside the domestic terminal building. The airport shuttle costs $18 or $32 return. The shuttle meets all inbound and outbound flights.

To find out more information regarding transport to and from the airport click here.

The conference is being held at the Hotel Grand Chancellor, 1 Davey Street, Hobart.

Please click on the links below:
Hobart City Centre Map

Hobart has a reputation for its changeable weather. A tip for any visitor is to be prepared for anything – take an umbrella and wear layers that can be worn or removed as needed! In October, the average temperature will be 17°C. Please click here to view up-to-date weather reports for Hobart.

There is parking on site under the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart, the cost is $9 per day, there are limited spaces availbale but the Market Place Carpark is located close by, charges apply.

If you have booked your accommodation when you registered, your credit card details have been transferred to the hotel you have selected – please confirm this on check in with your hotel.

The hotel will request payment on check out.  If you have arrived 24 hours later than your indicated arrival day you may find that you have forfeited your deposit.

If you will not be paying with your own credit card, and need to arrange payment before you arrive in Hobart, the best way is via a credit card authorisation form enabling the hotel to process a third party card.

Download Hotel Grand Chancellor Authorisation Form

Download Travelodge Hobart Authorisation Form

Download Hotel Collins Authorisation Form

Download Henry Jones Art Hotel Authorisation Form

The AMMA Conference is a civilian event and therefore military dress is not compulsory.

Dress throughout the day is smart casual along with the Welcome Reception.

However, if you are being sponsored by Defence you should check with your superior officer as to what you are required to wear.

The Conference Dinner is formal, after five wear is appropriate with jacket (tie optional) for men.

Registration will take place at the Hotel Grand Chancellor on the mezzanine level.

Friday 9 October – 0730 – 1900

Saturday 10 October – 0730 – 1800

Sunday 11 October – 0730 – 1330

Full Registration for members, non-members and students* includes attendance at all sessions during days of Friday 9  – Sunday 11 October 2015. Full registration also includes; one set of Conference proceedings, satchel, name badge, lunch, morning and afternoon refreshments and entry to the Welcome Reception & Conference Dinner. You can also purchase additional tickets for the social functions.

Day Registration includes attendance at sessions on the nominated day of attendance, one set of Conference proceedings, satchel, name badge, lunch, morning and afternoon refreshments on the day of attendance. Day registration does not include any of the social program functions. Tickets to attend any of the social functions need to be purchased separately.

*Student Registration is open to those who are undertaking a primary health care degree. Your student no and name of university must be submitted for verification when registering.

Welcome Reception:

Date: Friday 9 October 2015

Where: Trade Exhibition Area – Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart

Time: 1730 – 1930

Dress: Neat Casual

Included in full registrations, additional or day delegate ticket cost $80.00. This is a chance to catch up with colleagues after the fist day of the conference and explore the trade exhibition stands. Drinks and Canapes provided.

Conference Dinner

Date: Saturday 10 October 2015

Where: TBA

Time: 1900 – 2300

Dress: Lounge Suite / After Five

Included in full registrations, additional or day delegate ticket cost $190.00. The Conference dinner is the social highlight of the program and should not be missed.

Please check your latest Registration Confirmation email, this will list all bookings. If you have misplaced this, you can request a new copy by clicking here.

Yes you can, for an additional cost. Additional guest tickets can be booked when you register online, or through the Leishman Associates office. Bookings can be made at the conference but will be subject to availability.

Further information can be found here.

All delegates, exhibitors and accompanying partners will be provided with a name badge, which will give you access to all events that are included in your registration or that you have purchased. Please ensure you wear your name badge at all times.

It is suggested that delegates arrive at preferred sessions promptly to ensure a seat. If sessions become full then delegates will not be allowed entry. Please wear your name tag for entry into all sessions.

Delegates have access to complimentary WIFI for the duration of the conference within the conference rooms and exhibition area.

The login password for WIFI will be provided to you at registration.

This will also on signage around the venue.
PLEASE NOTE:The Internet is not to be used to view or download any illicit material, including movies, music etc.

Full Registration: Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is provided on the Friday and Saturday, arrival tea and coffee will be provided on the Sunday. All food at each social function is included, if you are attending.

Day Registration: Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is provided only for the day you have registered.

You must advise the conference managers of any special dietary requirements when you register for the conference. Caterers at each function will be informed of these. During the day there will be a buffet table offering food suitable for dietary requirements. If you are unsure, please don’t hesitate to ask staff at the registration desk.

IMPORTANT – If your dietary request relates to a life threatening allergy, please ensure that you advise the organisers as soon as possible.

Any changes to the conference program will be announced during housekeeping notices each morning during the first plenary session. You may also check with Leishman Associates staff at the registration desk.

The members of the conference organising committee and Leishman Associates accept no liability for personal accident of loss or damage suffered by any participant, accompanying person, invited observer or any other person by whatever means. Nor do we accept liability for any equipment or software brought to the conference by delegates, speakers, sponsors or any other party. Please protect your personal property. Do not leave laptops, cameras, and other valuable items unsecured. Be conscious of individuals who appear out of place and do not wear a conference name badge. Advise Leishman Associates staff if this does not occur.

Delegates are not permitted to use any type of camera or recording device at any of the sessions unless written permission has been obtained from the relevant speaker. A professional photographer will be at the conference, if you have any issues with being photographed please notify the photographer or Leishman Associates staff.

Please bring your PowerPoint presentation on a USB device with you when you arrive at the conference. All speakers should visit the Speakers Lounge at least four hours prior to their scheduled presentation time to upload their presentation.

Speakers are also requested to assemble in their session room 10 minutes before the commencement of the session if possible, to meet with their session chair and to familiarise themselves with the room and the audio visual equipment. A technician will be present in the room at all times.

There will be facility to test and modify your presentation if required within the Speakers Lounge.

The location of the Speakers Lounge will be released closer to the Conference.

During the break prior to your session, it is highly recommended that speakers go to your room and introduce themselves to the chairperson of their session, each chairperson will be in their room at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the session.

You can also check that your presentation is working correctly with the AV technician in the room.

Chairpersons will receive an email prior to the conference, reminding them of their responsibilities. If you are a chairperson and do not receive this, or have additional questions, please contact Leishman Associates.

Power points that have been authorised by the presenter will be available on the conference website following the conclusion of the conference. Speakers will be requested to sign a release form. This is not compulsory.

AMMA 2015 reserves the right to amend or alter any advertised details relating to dates, program and speakers if necessary, without notice, as a result of circumstances beyond their control. All attempts have been made to keep any changes to an absolute minimum.