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Frequently Asked Questions
1. I am an AIM Member. Is there a Membership discount for the Convention?
Absolutely!! There is a great saving of $500 on the registration fee for an AIM Member. However please make sure you are a financial Member when you register and be sure to include your Membership number.
2. Can I become an AIM Member and register for the Convention at the same time, in order to get the Membership rate?
No, you will need to become an AIM Member first. If you live in NSW or ACT, ring Membership Services on 1300 656 229, or if you live interstate, ring 13 16 48. Once you have received your Membership number you can register for the Convention and avail yourself of the great savings.
3. Is there an ‘early bird’ discount?
Yes, there is an excellent ‘early bird’ discount which expires on 31 May 2007. For full details see Fees.
4. Can I bring my team? Are there group discounts?
Absolutely! Buy five Convention registrations, get the sixth one free! To purchase bundled registration tickets please call Client Services on 1300 651 811.
5. I am a Member of AIM but I cannot find my Membership number. What should I do?
Contact the AIM Membership office and someone will be pleased to help you with this. If you live in NSW or ACT, call 1300 656 229, or if you live interstate, call 13 16 48.
6. I believe our organisation is a corporate Member of AIM. Am I eligible for the Member rates and what number should I put on the registration form?
If your organisation is an AIM Corporate Member you are eligible to access the Member rate. If you do not know your company’s Membership number, please ring 1300 656 229 if you live in NSW or ACT, or 13 16 48 if interstate, to speak with the Member Office in your state.
7. Will it be possible to register and pay at the Convention itself?
No, you will need to pre-register before 1 September 2007. It is important to note the Convention will be strictly limited to 1,000 delegates and may sell out before this date. To avoid possible disappointment you are strongly encouraged to register early.
8. What if I just want to go to a specific section of the Convention?
This Convention has been strongly themed and is designed as a learning experience in its entirety. We therefore suggest you attend the full two days. No single session tickets are available. Optional Workshops and Optional Seminars are available on Sunday, 16 September and Wednesday, 19 September respectively.
9. What are the payment/cancellation policies?
Please view the Confirmation, Cancellation & Conditions listed beneath Fees.
10. Can I bring a guest to any sessions or keynotes?
No, all Convention participants must be registered attendees or speakers.
11. Can I send someone in my place if I can no longer attend?
Yes, but please be sure to tell us your replacement’s name and address before the Convention. Ring Client Services on 1300 651 811.
12. What are the Optional Workshops and Optional Seminars?
The Optional Workshops and Optional Seminars are designed to explore in greater depth the central themes within the Convention. They will be held on Sunday, 16 September 2007 and Wednesday, 19 September 2007 respectively and are only available to those registering for the Convention.
13. What Optional Workshops and Optional Seminars are on offer?
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14. How can I register for the Optional Workshops and Optional Seminars?
You can register for these activities at the same time you register for the Convention. You only need to fill out the one form and make one single payment.
If you decide you would like to attend a Workshop or Seminar after you have registered for the Convention that’s fine. Just call Client Services on 1300 651 811. Remember, places in the Workshops and Seminars will be strictly limited and are expected to sell out quickly.
15. Are there Member discounts for the Optional Workshops and Optional Seminars?
Yes, most definitely! Full details are under Fees.
16. I am unable to attend the Convention but I would like to attend an Optional Workshop or an Optional Seminar. Can I do this?
The Optional Workshops and Optional Seminars are currently only available to those registered for the Convention. However from June 1 2007, they may be sold separately subject to availability.
17. How can I tell you about my special dietary needs?
Please provide this information to Client Services at time of booking. Unfortunately if you notify us after 1 September 2007, it may not be possible to accommodate your needs.
18. What meals are included in my Convention registration fee?
The Convention Registration includes the Welcome Cocktails on Sunday 16 September, lunch on both Monday 17 September and Tuesday 18 September, the Gala Dinner on Monday 17 September plus the Book Launch Breakfast on Tuesday 18 September. Morning and afternoon teas will also be provided on the Monday and Tuesday.
19. What materials will I receive as part of my registration?
Convention attendees will receive a Proceedings Manual, a Convention Navigator Guide (including the schedule at a glance and speaker information), a Convention name badge (to be worn to obtain entrance into all sessions) and Convention meal and function tickets.
20. Are the proceedings going to be recorded?
Where possible plenary sessions will be recorded and these presentations will be posted as audio-streams on this website a few weeks after the Convention.
21. Where do I go first when I arrive at the Convention Centre?
You will need to pick up your Convention materials, tickets and entrance name badge at the Registration/Information desk.
On Sunday, 16 September this will be located in the Bayside Foyer, Level 2 of the Convention Centre.
From Monday, 17 September it will be located in the Parkside Foyer, Level 1 of the Convention Centre.
22. When will the Convention Registration/Information office be open?
Registration will be open on Sunday, 16 September from 9.00am until 7.30pm and open again on Monday, 17 September starting from 7.00am. The Information office will remain open for the duration of the event (see question 21 for its location). Do come and say hello and bring us all your questions.
23. What should I wear to the Convention?
Business casual attire is suggested for the Convention (including the Gala Dinner).
The Sydney Convention Centre is fully air conditioned. However it is recommended that layered clothing - with a jacket, cardigan or wrap that you can take off and put on - will ensure that you never feel too hot or too cold.
24. Where should I stay? Is there a Convention hotel?
There are a number of excellent hotels in the vicinity of the Sydney Convention Centre. Click here for further details.
AIM has decided not to organise any special Convention hotel. Excellent rates can be obtained through specialists on-line hotel booking agencies.
25. Does the Convention Centre have free parking?
No, a parking rate applies. Click here for full details.
26. Will I have wireless internet access for my laptop at the Convention?
Wireless access is not available in the session rooms. However it can be accessed in the Bayside Coffee Lounge on the Ground Floor and in the surrounding foyer areas.
The Sydney Convention Centre has a specialist Business Centre which is open from 8.00am to 5.00pm.
27. What can I expect the weather to be like?
September is generally one of the most pleasant months to visit Sydney. The weather is usually mild, sunny and warm. Average top temperature 20°C. Average lowest temperature 11°C.