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Social Program
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Convenor's Dinner
(invitation only)
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| Date: |
Saturday 7 March |
| Time: |
1900 - 2230 |
| Venue: |
The Villa |
| Dress: |
Lounge Attire
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Registrars Dinner
(full registrars only)
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| Date: |
Saturday 7 March |
| Time: |
1900 - 2300 |
| Venue: |
To be advised |
| Dress: |
Casual
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Welcome Reception
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| 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
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Gala Dinner
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| 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
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Sporting Afternoon Options
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Golf
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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.
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Departure Time:
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1230
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| Return Time: |
1830 (Coaches will depart from and return to GCCEC) |
| Venue: |
Royal Pines Resort |
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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.
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| Costs: |
$150 - includes green fees, lunch box, coach transfers and after game beverages. |
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VIP TaylorMade Golf Clubs $70
Cougar Golf Clubs $40
Shoes $12
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Surfing
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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.
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Departure Time:
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1230
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| 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 |
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Beach Volleyball
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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.
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Departure Time:
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1230
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| 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. |
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Tennis
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| 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. |
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Departure Time:
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1230
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| 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.) |
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Racquet Hire $5 |
Accompanying Partners Program
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Monday 9 March 2009
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Gold Coast Sightseeing Tour
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Duration:
Departure Time:
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4 hours
1000
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Return Time:
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1400
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| Includes return luxury coach, morning tea, Q1 observation deck admission & narration. |
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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,
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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.
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Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Tour
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Duration:
Departure Time:
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4 hours
1000
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Return Time:
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1400
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| Includes return transfers & VIP shopping card. |
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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
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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.
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Tuesday 10 March 2009
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Mt Tamborine Tour
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Duration:
Departure Time:
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5 hours
0900
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Return Time:
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1400
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| Includes return transfers, wine tasting, craft shopping & lunch |
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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
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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.
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Or
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Seaworld
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Duration:
Departure Time:
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7 hours
0930
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Return Time:
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1630
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| Includes return transfers & park admission. |
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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.
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Wednesday 11 March 2009
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High Tea at Palazzo Versace
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Duration:
Departure Time:
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3.5 hours
1130
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Return Time:
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1500
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| Includes return transfers & high tea |
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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
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| 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! |
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
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Duration:
Departure Time:
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4 hours
0900
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Return Time:
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1300
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| Includes transfers, guide, admissions & koala photo. |
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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
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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.
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Accompanying Children
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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.
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Total Accompanying Partners Package includes:
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Welcome Reception on Sunday 8 March
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Post Session Drinks on Monday 9 March
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Gala Dinner on Wednesday 11 March
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One tour per day from Monday 9 – Wednesday 11 March
(please indicate your preference on the Registration Form)
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Satchel including program and meeting handbook
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