HOW TO GET TO SPILLCON 2007
By Air
As Western Australia's major international gateway, Perth is around 17 flying hours from London, 15 hours from Frankfurt, 10 hours from Dubai and South Africa, seven hours from Hong Kong and approximately five hours from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
From Australia's east coast capitals, Perth is four hours by air. The city is well serviced by approximately 12 different international airlines, some of which operate multiple daily services.
By Rail
For something different why not consider a train journey from Sydney to Perth on the Indian Pacific.
The Indian Pacific gives you two oceans on one of the world's longest and greatest train journeys. But most of your cruising will be across the vast continent of Australia. From the spectacular Blue Mountains to the treeless plains of The Nullarbor, where the train travels the world's longest straight stretch of railway track (478 kilometres), see unique landscapes unfold and spot a fascinating array of wildlife from the comfort of the lounge or your cabin.
- Route: Sydney - Adelaide - Perth
- Duration: 3 nights in either direction
- Distance: 4352 kilometres
- Frequency: Twice weekly in both directions
For more information see http://www.railaustralia.com.au/indian_pacific.htm or contact your travel agent.
INSURANCE
Registration fees do not include personal travel insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that when registering for the conference and booking travel, a travel insurance policy is taken out to cover loss, cancellation and/or medical cover for any reason. The Spillcon Organising Committee and the Conference Secretariat do not take any responsibility for any delegate failing to insure.
VISAS
All travellers to Australia, other than Australian and New Zealand citizens, are required to obtain a Visa. The Business Visa allows people attending conferences and meetings in Australia to make a short visit of up to three months.
Australia's Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is the world's most advanced and streamlined travel authorisation system. If your country has ETA Business Access, you can obtain authority to enter Australia at the same time as you book your travel arrangements. There is no need to complete an application form for a Visa. In addition, a recent innovative enhancement to ETA arrangements allows a traveller to apply for an ETA over the Internet through www.eta.immi.gov.au
GETTING TO AND FROM PERTH AIRPORT
Perth Airport is located only 15 minutes from the city and a short 10 minutes from Burswood. Both international and domestic fights depart from this airport using two separate terminals.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The Perth Airport City Shuttle has several convenient pick-up and drop-off points located near hotels, motels and hostels in Perth, including Burswood, the Central City, East Perth, West Perth and Great Eastern Highway.
At Terminal 1 (International), the Perth Airport City Shuttle meets every arrival within 45 minutes of Customs clearance. This service is also available at the domestic terminals, with the Perth Airport City Shuttle meeting each domestic arrival within 30 minutes of luggage collection.
TAXIS
Taxi ranks are located outside Terminal 1 (International), Terminals 2 & 3 (Domestic), Skippers Aviation and National Jet Systems (on Valentine Road) and commissionaires are available to assist you during peak movement periods. From the International Terminal allow approximately 15 minutes by taxi to Burswood for around $35 and from the Domestic Terminal around 10 minutes for around $27.
The taxi phone number is 13 13 30.
RENTAL CARS
All major Australian rental car companies have offices at the Airport. It is recommended that advance reservations be made for rental cars at all times. Rental cars can be booked from aboard most inbound flights.
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