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Convenor's Dinner

(invitation only)

Date: Saturday 7 March
Time: 1900 - 2230
Venue: The Villa
Dress: Lounge Attire

 

Registrars Dinner

(full registrars only)

Date: Saturday 7 March
Time: 1900 - 2300
Venue: To be advised
Dress:

Casual

 

Welcome Reception

Date: Sunday 8 March
Time: 1830 - 2100
Venue: Conrad Jupiters Poolside
Dress: Smart Casual
Tickets: Complimentary for fulltime delegates and registered accompanying partners
Additional Tickets:

$120

 

Gala Dinner

Date: Wednesday 11 March
Time: 1900 - 2400
Venue: GCCEC, Arena 2
Dress: Lounge Suit
Tickets: Complimentary for fulltime delegates and registered accompanying partners
Additional Tickets:

$200

 

 

Sporting Afternoon Options

 

 Tuesday 10 March 2009

 

Golf

Nestled between the golden beaches of Surfers Paradise and the natural wonders of the Gold Coast Hinterland, lies the world-class Royal Pines Resort. With undulating terrain, magnificent greens and tight fairways that demand respect, this is the golf encounter you've been waiting for. As the permanent home to many prestigious golf tournaments, Royal Pines Resort has dominated the world of golf for over a decade. The Resort's courses have and will continue to inspire, motivate and challenge the very best in golfers.  Your game will be followed by drinks and prize-giving at Tee’s Clubhouse and a delicious lunchbox will be provided on the course.

 

Departure Time:

 

1230

Return Time: 1830 (Coaches will depart from and return to GCCEC)
Venue: Royal Pines Resort
Dress:

All  players must  be  dressed  in  neat,  casual  attire  and  a  collared  shirt  is  compulsory. Denim, singlets and brief shorts are not permitted on the course. Please note – Royal Pines Resort is a soft spike course.  No metal spikes are permitted.

Costs: $150 - includes green fees, lunch box, coach transfers and after game beverages.
Optional:

VIP TaylorMade Golf Clubs         $70

Cougar Golf Clubs                      $40

Shoes                                       $12

 

Surfing

Enjoy the fun and thrills of learning to surf amidst the beautiful sun and sand that the Gold Coast is most famous for! Learn to surf with our professional and highly experienced instructors in a safe environment and relax after your session with drinks at Northcliffe Surf Club.

 

Departure Time:

 

1230

Return Time: 1630 (Coaches will depart from and return to GCCEC)
Venue: Northcliffe Surf Club
Dress: Please wear swimwear / bathers under casual clothing and bring a towel.
Cost: $110 - includes surfing, coach transfers and beverages

 

Beach Volleyball

Experience the pristine Gold Coast sand in an energy filled round robin tournament of Beach Volleyball. This naturally dynamic sport is suitable for all fitness and skill levels and will enable participants to be challenged and whilst having a great time. Afterwards, relax with team members over drinks at the Northcliffe Surf Club.

 

Departure Time:

 

1230

Return Time: 1630 (Coaches will depart from and return to GCCEC)
Venue: Broadbeach Surf Life Saving Club
Dress: Please wear swimwear / bathers under clothing and bring a towel.
Cost: $110 - includes beach volleyball, coach transfers and beverages.


Tennis

Participate in an enjoyable round robin tournament of tennis at the International Tennis Centre at Hope Island. A professional coach will facilitate your social competition and following this you will enjoy a relaxing afternoon of drinks and canapés at the centre. Tennis balls are included and racquets are available for hire.

 

Departure Time:

 

1230

Return Time: 1630
Venue: International Tennis Centre
Dress: Non-marking tennis shoes and sleeved tops only.
Cost: $75 - includes professional tennis competition, coach transfers & after game beverages (does not included racquet.)
Optional: Racquet Hire $5

 

Accompanying Partners Program

 

 Monday 9 March 2009


Gold Coast Sightseeing Tour
                

Duration:

Departure Time:

4 hours 

1000

Return Time:

1400

Includes return luxury coach, morning tea, Q1 observation deck admission & narration.

Depart Surfers Paradise accommodation to Main Beach and the Spit one of the Gold Coasts best surfing points, to Broadbeach, Mermaid Beach past multi-million dollar homes, with a stop for morning tea at Burleigh Heads,

home of the Quick Silver Pro surfing tournament. Visit a Prize Home where you can see how the rich on the Gold Coast live and purchase a ticket to win the luxury home. Before returning to your accommodation  there  is free  time  in  Surfers  Paradise.  Visit  the  observation  deck  of  ‘Q1’  the world’s  tallest  residential  tower  for  a  360 degree view of the Gold Coast.

Or

Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Tour

Duration:

Departure Time:

4 hours

1000

Return Time:

1400

Includes return transfers & VIP shopping card.

Take time out for some well deserved shopping at Gold   Coast's unique outlet shopping centre 'Harbour Town', where quality brands sell direct for up to 60% less every day. The shopping adventure begins in the Tourism Lounge where

you can enjoy complimentary refreshments in air-conditioned comfort. Each person  receives a Tourism Club Card  that  entitles  the holder  to  discounts,  gifts  and  other value-add incentives  throughout  the centre at participating retail stores and restaurants. Shop till you drop then transfer yourself and your goodies back to your accommodation in your comfortable luxury coach. 

 

 Tuesday 10 March 2009


Mt Tamborine Tour
                

Duration:

Departure Time:

5 hours 

0900

Return Time:

1400

Includes return transfers, wine tasting, craft shopping & lunch

Set in a tranquil mountaintop rainforest environment, Mt Tamborine is an eclectic mix of National Parks, boutique wineries,  bed  &  breakfast's,  antique  shops  and  art  and  craft  galleries. This  quaint  township  is 

nestled in  the hinterland only 25 minutes  from Surfers Paradise and offers a diverse range of activities  from bushwalking  in a subtropical rainforest alive with birdcalls, to shopping, wine tasting or relaxing over great food at one of the many local wineries.  You will enjoy a little of each of these on this tour.

 Or

Seaworld

Duration:

Departure Time:

7 hours

0930

Return Time:

1630

Includes return transfers & park admission.

Visit SeaWorld for a day of action and adventure. We will transport you there and back in a luxury vehicle and provide admission to the park.

 

 Wednesday 11 March 2009

 

High Tea at Palazzo Versace 

Duration:

Departure Time:

3.5 hours 

1130

Return Time:

1500

Includes return transfers & high tea

Enjoy high tea at the world’s first Palazzo Versace Hotel. Soak in the elegant surroundings as you enjoy the pure luxury of “High Tea". Spend  some  time

shopping  at  the  waterfront  Marina  Mirage  shopping  centre  where designer  boutiques  stock  the world’s  top  fashion  labels. Relax  in  the  luxury  that  is  not  just  for  the  rich  and famous!

Or

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Duration:

Departure Time:

4 hours

0900

Return Time:

1300

Includes transfers, guide, admissions & koala photo.

Welcome to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the world's largest collection of Australian native animals! With over 27 hectares of  landscaped surroundings and bushland, which caters  for over 1400 mammals, birds and 

reptiles,  Currumbin  Wildlife  Sanctuary  offers  an  untouched  wildlife  experience. Take in the sights of Australia first-hand by seeing native Australian animals  in  their natural confines. This Sanctuary is recognised worldwide as a quality research and conservation facility.  

 

Accompanying Children

 

Please note that children under the age of 4 can attend any of the above tours free of charge, however they will not have a designated seat on the coach. Children aged 4 – 11 can attend at a reduced cost. Please see the registration form for specific tour prices for children. Accompanying children can only attend the tours if their parent has purchased a Partner’s Program Registration.

 

 

 

 Total Accompanying Partners Package includes:

  • Welcome Reception on Sunday 8 March

  • Post Session Drinks on Monday 9 March

  • Gala Dinner on Wednesday 11 March

  • One tour per day from Monday 9 – Wednesday 11 March

          (please indicate your preference on the Registration Form)
  • Satchel including program and meeting handbook

 
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