The Australasian Quilt Convention has been attended by delegates from every state around Australia, as well as New Zealand, Asia, Uk, the USA and Canada.

Planning your Trip

Please contact Choice Hotels for accommodation options.

Choice Hotels

T: 132 400 (within Australia)

T: 0800 803 524 (within NZ)

W. www.choicehotels.com.au

Special accommodation offers are also available at Quest Royal Gardens Serviced Apartments.  Please visit their website for further information.

www.questroyalgardens.com.au

International Flights

For international flight reservations, we recommend you contact your local travel consultant for the most competitive airfares.

Airport Transfers

Melbourne Airport is located about 25km from the City Centre, less than 30 minutes by car. Melbourne Airport is easily accessible, with many public and private transport services available.

Taxis are available from the ground floor level of Melbourne Airport. Expect to pay around AU$35 to AU$40 for the 30 minute trip into the centre of Melbourne.

Public Transport

Tickets allowing travel across train and tram services can be purchased from train stations, on trams, or pre-purchased at selected outlets such as newsagents. For more information and route details, visit www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au or call Metlink (in Melbourne on 131 638).

Parking

For driving directions and parking information visit www.museumvictoria.com.au/REB or call; 03 9720 5006.

Climate

Melbourne enjoys a temperate climate with a cool winter. May tends to be a cooler month, with temperatures in the low 20s (celsius).

Currency

Australian dollars and cents. Notes: $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 bills. Coins: 5 cents, 10 cents, 20 cents, 50 cents, $1, and $2.

Bank Hours

9.30am to 4pm, Monday to Thursday

9.30am to 5pm, Friday

General Shopping Hours

9am to 5pm, Saturday to Wednesday

9am to 9pm, Thursday and Friday

Essentials

Electricity voltage: 240

Units of measure: metric

Public phones: 40 cent local calls (Melbourne metropolitan area). Many pay phones will now only accept prepaid cards and phone credit cards, not coins.

Directory assistance: 12455 (Melbourne area)

Emergency

The emergency phone number for police, ambulance and fire is 000.

Visas and Insurance

All visitors need a valid passport and visa for entry into Australia. Visas are generally issued free of charge from Australian Embassies and Consulates around the world (check with your local travel agent). To facilitate your visa application, it is recommended you pre-register for the event and attached confirmation of registration with your application paperwork. International delegates are strongly advised to take out a comprehensive medical and travel insurance policy prior to travelling.

International Travel

For international delegates, we suggest you allow yourself a day in which to relax after your flight before the Convention commences. Travellers flying westwards across the Pacific Ocean are reminded that you will lose a day by crossing the International Date Line.