CONTACT INFORMATION:

During the conference
The registration desk will be located in the lobby of the Convention Centre on level 4 outside the New Zealand Ballroom where the opening reception will be held. o

Before and after the conference
Kerry South
South Events
Christchurch
2011@conbio.org
021 02477554

CONGRESS VENUE

The ICCB 2011 scientific programme will take place at the SkyCity Convention Centre in the downtown of Auckland.
http://www.skycityauckland.co.nz/

Some additional meetings, short courses, and the Marine Think Tank are located on the nearby campus of the University of Auckland, and the conference hotels.  Please refer to the schedule or visit the registration desk for venue/room information for specific meetings and events.

REGISTRATION DESK HOURS

INFORMATION BOOTH

MESSAGE/JOB BOARD

A message board near the information booth will be available for conference participant use throughout the meeting. Participants may leave messages for colleagues to help facilitate meetings or get-togethers. This board may also be used to advertise research or conservation related employment opportunities, including graduate student openings. Please limit messages/ads to one piece of paper as we will not be able to accommodate or distribute multiple brochures or pamphlets on the message board.

WIRELESS ACCESS

The convention centre has wireless internet available. Please see registration desk for further information on how to access this service. Note the cost of internet is high in New Zealand and the ICCB has only purchased a limited amount of use per day so that we ask it be used only when necessary and for conference related purposes. Most hotels also provide internet access to their guests and we suggest you check with what is available to you. 

PRESS ROOM AND MEDIA

A press room will be available in Business Suite 1. This can be used for representatives of the press and media to conduct interviews and use as a base for writing and informal meetings.

NEED A ROOM?

Need to book a room for an ICCB-related meeting? Please visit the registration desk to see if any spaces are available. Seating areas are available in the exhibit hall for conference delegates to meet and greet, catch up, or hold small informal meetings that may not necessarily require a specific booking.

MEALS

Breakfast: On your own, but may be included in your accommodation package. Please inquire at your hotel’s information desk for more details.

Coffee breaks: A morning coffee break will be held from 10-1030 am each day, and an afternoon coffee break from 4-430 pm each day. These are held in the exhibit hall and include coffee and/or tea and a light sweet.

Lunch: Delegates who have registered and paid for lunches will be served “buffet style” inside the exhibit hall in the Auckland Ballroom.  For delegates who have not purchased lunch, we suggest selecting either one of the convention centre restaurants, or to head towards Queen Street (5 minute walk), where there are a large number of establishments.

Dinner: On your own, except for the final banquet, which will be held in the New Zealand room of the convention centre. A ticket is required for this event. The boat tour to Rangitoto Island also includes a dinner.  A large number of dining options are available within walking distance of the convention centre; please see the registration desk or information booth for a list of possible places.

Appetizers: Light appetizers will be served at the opening ceremony and poster session.  Dinner is not provided at these events.

HEADING BACK TO AIRPORT?

Apart from catching a taxi, a regular 10-minute Airbus Express service is available to the airport for travellers from Auckland’s CBD. This service starts at the city’s waterfront Downtown Ferry Terminal, runs along the lower part of Queen Street, stops outside the Mt Eden train station and reaches airport in about an hour and a half (leave a bit early in case of heavy traffic). Simply hop on and buy your tickets directly from the drivers or book on-line at www.airbus.co.nz. Tickets cost about NZ$16 one way... look out for the bright blue bus!  Nearest stop near University of Auckland is #2, and nearest stop to SkyCity Convention Centre is #3 on Queen Street (about 5-10 minute walk).  Note that the Auckland Airport has 2 terminals, a domestic terminal (for flights to other locations within New Zealand only) and an international terminal. Make sure you get off at the correct terminal (10-15 minute walk between terminals or free shuttle bus available if you make a mistake). Have a safe journey!