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The Radisson is located only minutes away from Broadbeach, the new cosmopolitan centre of the Gold Coast and 15 min from Surfers Paradise. It is positioned in the centre of Palm Meadows Golf Course, and is surrounded by another 4 first class courses.

Address:
Palm Meadows Drive
Palm Meadows QLD 4211
Tel: 07 5555 7700
Fax: 07 5555 7701
Website: www.radisson.com/goldcoastau

Resort Facilities

Secretariat
Address

Registration

HOW TO REGISTER

In response to feedback from delegates, we have changed the way in which you register for the conference. This year, the registration form asks a series of questions. Each person attending the conference needs to complete his or her own form and return it to the conference secretariat.

A letter of confirmation will then be forwarded. This letter needs to be signed, payment details provided and returned. A tax invoice will then be issued.

Please ensure you read all the information on this site before answering the questions on the registration form.

REGISTRATION FEES

* Please note: Members of CBFCA are entitled to register for the conference at the members rate.

INCLUSIONS FOR REGISTERED PERSONS:

« Members and Non Members
« Attendance at Sessions
« All official documentation
« Morning & Afternoon teas & lunches
« Welcome Reception
« Conference Dinner
« Happy Hour
« Entrance to Exhibition
« GST

Accompanying Persons

« Welcome Reception
« Conference Dinner
« Happy Hour
« Coffee, Wednesday Afternoon
« GST

Day Delegates

« All entitlements for day of attendance only
« Attendance at Sessions
« All official documentation
« Morning & Afternoon tea & lunch
« GST

PAYMENT OF FEES

Payment of fees should be sent with the return of your registration confirmation. Payment may be made by cheque or credit card (Bankcard, Mastercard, Visa or AMEX only). Cheques should be made payable to AFIF Conference.

GST

ABN 83 722 696 718
A tax invoice will only be sent once your letter of confirmation has been signed and returned with payment details.
Please refer to the accommodation section for tax invoices relating to accommodation bookings.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

Cancellations must be notified in writing to the Secretariat.

Cancellations received:

« Before 21 April 2004 will incur a A$110.00 cancellation fee.
« Before 5 May 2004 will receive a 50% refund of fees paid.
« After 5 May 2004 there will be no refund.

REGISTRATION DESK

The Registration Desk will be located in the foyer of the conference area and will be open the following times:.

« Wednesday 19 May 4.00pm – 6.00pm
« Thursday 20 May 8.30am – 5.00pm
« Friday 21 May 8.30am – 5.00pm

INSURANCE

The conference organising committee strongly recommends that you take out insurance for your travel and attendance at the conference. The Conference cannot accept any responsibility for participants failing to arrange their own insurance.

EXHIBITION AND SPONSORSHIP

A trade exhibition will be held during the Conference. A list of exhibitors will be provided at the Conference. Companies are also invited to take up conference sponsorship. For more information on exhibition and sponsorship opportunities contact the Secretariat on telephone (02) 4973 6573, fax (02) 4973 6609 or email: afifconference@willorganise.com.au

WHAT TO WEAR
Sessions – relaxed
Welcome Reception – Casual
Conference Dinner – ‘Viva Las Vegas’ or Smart Casual

Accomodation

All accommodation offered is at the Radisson Resort, Gold Coast.

RESORT ROOM

$145* per room per night
Single, Twin or Double Use.

* Please note – this rate is inclusive of GST and the hotel will be responsible for issuing a tax invoice for accommodation payments upon departure from the hotel.

Deposit

Hotel accommodation bookings must be accompanied by a first night's deposit, or credit card guarantee in order to secure your reservation. Your deposit (or credit card number) will be passed on to the hotel and you must settle the balance of your account on check out. The deposit is non-refundable after 1 May 2004 and will be forfeited if you do not arrive on the date for which you have booked. The hotel holds your credit card as a guarantee only and by providing the card number, you are also providing authorization for the hotel to charge this card if you fail to arrive at the hotel on the date indicated. Your credit card will not be charged until you check out (or fail to arrive), and approve the account.

How To Book

Please answer the appropriate questions on the registration form. The secretariat will then organise the accommodation that best suits your needs, and send a letter of confirmation to you with all details for you to confirm. Any change to a reservation must be notified to the Secretariat and not directly to the hotel.

Check in and check out

Check in time is 2.00pm hours. Check out time is 11.00am. Please let the secretariat know if you will arrive at the hotel after 6.00pm, failure to do so may mean that your room will be released.

Social Program

The following events are included in the registration fee for delegates and accompanying persons. If you require additional tickets please complete Questions 12 -15 of your Registration Form.

WEDNESDAY 19 MAY 2004 Welcome BBQ 6.30 – 10.30pm	Dress: Casual – Bring a warm jacket Additional tickets: $60.00 Enjoy a welcome BBQ after the Golf day, or your day of travel to the Gold Coast. Enjoy an outdoor function in the grounds of the Radisson Palm Meadows, and make sure you bring a warm jacket! Tonight is an informal evening, followed by karaoke in a private bar. Get those vocal cords tuned up and be ready to join in!
THURSDAY 20 MAY 2004 Happy Hour Drinks, Cocktail Bar	Additional Tickets: No cost – open to all Relax after the day’s sessions with some drinks in the Cocktail bar, sponsored by CP Ships. This evening is free for you to explore the Gold Coast, before returning to the resort for late night drinks and more karaoke!
FRIDAY 21 MAY 2004 Conference Dinner, Radisson Resort 7.00pm - Midnight	Dress: ‘Viva Las Vegas’ (or smart casual) Additional Tickets: $ 110.00pp Get your dancing shoes on and be ready to have a night of fun and frivolity. Tonight will be a relaxed end to the conference, and a perfect opportunity to enjoy yourself with colleagues and friends! A few surprises are in store!

Accompaying Persons Program

COOKING CLASS AND LUNCH
Cost: $60 per person

Join other partners at the conference for a day of cooking and dining! You will be picked up from the resort at approx 10.30am to make your way to Ristorante Fellini, located on the Marina at Marina Mirage. On arrival, be greeted with a glass of champagne, before you join the world-renowned chef’s in the kitchen. You will be taken through the trade secrets to great Italian cooking, and then get to enjoy the results! You will then enjoy the 2 course lunch you have seen prepared, plus receive the recipes, so you can try them at home! The day concludes at approximately 4.30pm.

Children

The Gold Coast is a perfect destination for children. The resort is located approximately 10 minutes drive from Broadbeach and 15minutes from Surfers paradise.

The hotel offers a bus service to these destinations, plus the larger theme parks. Please let the conference secretariat know if you are bringing children with you, so we can ensure they are catered for.

Airline Bookings

Corporate Travel Management (CTM) has been appointed the official travel agency for the Conference.

CTM offers special flexible/changeable conference airfares at up to 40% discount in economy class on Qantas services or the best Internet or published airfares available on Qantas and Virgin Blue Airlines. Early booking is advised.

To ensure the BEST possible airfare available, you are encouraged to contact CTM:
TOLLFREE: 1800 630 866 or
Email: groups@travelctm.com and quote the Conference Code AFIF04 when you make your travel booking.

Car Pick
Up from
Airport