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Australia & New Zealand
6th May, 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
Registration Brochure
www.sar.anzdmc.com.au
Australia & New Zealand
6th May, 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
THE CONFERENCE
The Australian & New Zealand Search and Rescue
Conference will be held on the 6 May 2015 at Jupiters Gold
Coast. The conference brings together leading search and
rescue practitioners to discuss challenges of preparing,
deploying and operating search and rescue.
The aim of the conference is to facilitate sharing, knowledge
and experience between the different search and rescue
agencies, enterprises, communities and professionals.
Presentations will cover air, sea, land-based, urban,
wilderness, domestic and overseas search and rescue.
The conference theme, Preparing – Deploying – Operating
Search and Rescue will focus on better integration for more
effective search and rescue operations. The program will
reflect just how much the search and rescue world has
evolved, tackling issues ranging from the latest requirements
for airborne search and rescue assets through to the latest in
innovative life-saving training and techniques.
This conference is dedicated to advancing the discussions
and knowledge on search and rescue and moving the
community a step closer to an effective, integrated, search
and rescue capability.
The conference streams will include:
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Marine
Air
Land
Canine SAR
Technology/ Social Media
Technical/ Equipment
Leadership, Coordination and Education
Volunteer Management
International SAR
Medical SAR
Corporate SAR: Mining, Oil, Gas
Registration Brochure
TWO CONFERENCES! THREE DAYS! ONE
LOCATION!
The Australian & New Zealand Search and Rescue
Conference will be following the Australian & New Zealand
Disaster and Emergency Management Conference
(ANZDMC) on the Gold Coast from the 3 - 5 May 2015. The
two important events are delighted to come together to give
the industry the most significant four day event on the 2015
calendar.
ANZDMC will feature multi-agency presentations covering
all phases of emergency and disaster management –
prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. There
will be representation by fire, ambulance, emergency,
rescue, volunteer, defence and health sectors.
Special registration discounts are being offered to those
that attend both conferences.
PROGRAM FORMAT
The program is intended to provide all participants with
an opportunity to contribute and learn. The program will
include:
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Keynote Plenary Sessions
Presenter concurrent streams based on experiences,
research, case studies and results
Panel Discussion
Poster Presentations
Exhibition of the leading industry professionals
Access to presenter podcasts and book of proceedings
following the conference
PROGRAM COMMITTEE 2015
Melody Callahan, Search and Rescue Dogs Queensland
Steve Glassey, Associate Director, UCR3 - Centre for
Risk, Resilience & Renewal, University of Canterbury, New
Zealand
John Rice, Managing Director/Principal, Search & Rescue
(SAR) Training Australia
Superintendent Steve Smith, Director, Disaster
Management Branch, Queensland Fire and Emergency
Services
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Australia & New Zealand
6th May, 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
• Federal and State Government
• Australian Defence Force
• Department of Maritime Safety and Rescue
• Federal and State Police
•Rescue Coordination Centred and Search and Rescue Units
• SES and Volunteers Organisations
• Private SAR operators for air searches
• Private SAR operators for sea
• The Bureau of Meteorology and weather forecasters
•Coast Guard and Coast Watch
•SAR Canine
• SAR education and trainers
• Emergency Services
•First responders to natural disasters
•Customs and Immigration
•Industry associations
•Equipment supplier and service providers
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
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Be exposed to new and innovating ideas and ways of
thinking
Network with your peers and leaders in their fields
Be inspired
• by an optimistic, action orientated group of people
• by profound and positive speakers
Learn key skills needed for ensuring the future
Learn how to make a positive difference
VENUE
Jupiters Gold Coast
Broadbeach Island, Gold Coast
Queensland, 4218
61 7 5592 8100
Set amid one of the longest strips of pristine beach in the
world surrounded by lush hinterland ranges, Jupiters Hotel
Gold Coast, is the ideal location for one of Australia’s best
hotels.
With a short 30 minute drive from the Gold Coast Airport,
Jupiters Hotel Gold Coast boasts a variety of accommodation
options with 594 superbly appointed guest rooms, including
29 suites and two penthouses with private balconies or sun
terraces. Relax in five-star luxury, then live it up with our first
class entertainment, seven restaurants, eight trendy bars, a
live international stage spectacular and 24-hour casino. It’s
the perfect oasis for an unforgettable holiday.
DESTINATION
Famous for its sun, surf and sand, Gold Coast City stretches
along 57 kilometres of coastline. Beyond our beautiful
beaches is vast rainforest hinterland with breathtaking
scenery - all a short drive from our regional centres.
The Gold Coast is the sixth largest city in Australia and one
of the fastest growing regions in our country. Covering an
area of 1400 square kilometres, the city’s boundaries extend
from just south of Beenleigh to Coolangatta, taking in South
Stradbroke Island and part of Moreton Bay and extending
west to the hinterland of Mount Tamborine and the Lamington
and Darlington Ranges.
ACCOMMODATION
Superior Room: $199.00 per room, per night.
The Superior Rooms are perfect for a sun-filled Gold Coast
escape. Located on floors 5 – 16, they offer views of the
Pacific Ocean or stunning Hinterland Mountains. Equipped
with large LCD screens and high speed broadband internet
access, guests staying in a Superior Room will also receive
access to Jupiters Fitness.
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REGISTRATION
CATEGORY
Early Bird Rate
Standard Rate
Ends 30 March 2015
From 31 March 2015
Full Registration
$500
$550
Presenter Registration
$400
$450
Concession Registration
$350
$400
ANZDMC Combined Conference Registration **
$250
$300
ANZDMC Combined Conference Registration Discount**
Delegates of the Search and Rescue Conference (6 May) are being offered a special 50% discount on the Full Registration fee
when also attending the Australian and New Zealand Disaster & Emergency Management Conference (3 – 5 May).
Please visit the Australian and New Zealand Disaster Emergency Management Conference Website (www.anzdmc.com.au) to
register for this special discount.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INCLUSIONS
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All conference sessions
Conference materials, including satchel and handbook
Softcopy of book of abstracts
Softcopy of the book of proceedings (available after the conference)
Access to presenter podcasts following the conference
Morning and afternoon teas and lunch for the duration of the conference
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION
A discount is available for registrations received and paid before 30 March 2015. Registrations not paid by that date will be reinvoiced at the standard rate.
CONCESSION REGISTRATION
Concession registration is available for full time students and unwaged persons. A discount will be applied to the full registration
only (not including the presenter and day rate).
PAYMENT CONDITIONS
Once registration is received a confirmation email and tax invoice will be issued. All accounts must be paid in full 30 days from the
invoice date or 10 business days before the conference start date, whichever comes first (unless applying for the early bird rate).
The organisers reserve right, without notification, to cancel outstanding accounts any time after 30 days from date of tax invoice
being sent. All registrations received after 20 April 2015 must be paid in full by credit card only.
If payment is not received prior to the conference, access will be granted only after full payment is made via credit card only.
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CANCELLATIONS & AMENDMENTS
The Conference Committee understands that circumstances can change. At any point prior to the event you are welcome to
contact us in writing to nominate a substitute delegate at no extra charge. All cancellation and refund must be received in writing
to the Conference Secretariat.
A full refund less a $150 service fee will be issued for cancellations received on or before 19 March 2015. Registration
cancellation received between 20 March 2015 and 2 April 2015 will receive a 50% refund on the registration fees. No refunds will
be issued after the 3 April 2015. Non-payment does not constitute cancellation.
PRIVACY POLICY
AST Management and the Conference Secretariat will not share your details and will send conference messages only via email.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
It is strongly recommended that delegates have travel insurance to cover medical and travel expenses. The conference does not
endorse or have any arrangements with any companies.
The following websites are provided for information only:
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http://www.comparethemarket.com.au/travel-insurance/
http://www.travelinsurancequotes.com.au
http://www.travelinsuranceweb.com.au
DISCLAIMER
The conference organisers reserve the right to change activities, topics and presenters where necessary. “The organisers shall
not be liable for any loss caused by the cancellation of the conference where such cancellation is due to Force Majeure. The
term “Force Majeure” means any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of the organisers including but not limited to War,
hostilities (whether war be declared or not), terrorism, aircraft hijacking, military operation, riot, civil war, rebellion, civil commotion
or unrest, natural disasters, Acts or Regulations of government, refusal to grant visas, explosions, transport delays, transport
difficulties and the insolvency of airline carriers. The organisers will use all reasonable efforts to conduct the conference despite
the intervention or occurrence of any such cause.”
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REGISTRATION FORM
This form constitutes a Tax Invoice and can be used for tax purposes. Please fill out ONE registration PER PERSON attending.
ABN: 243 619 355 48
Title:............ First Name:.........................................................Last Name: ................................................................................
Badge Name (if different to above):.............................................................................................................................................
Position:.....................................................................................................................................................................................
Organisation: .............................................................................................................................................................................
Postal Address:..........................................................................................................................................................................
Suburb:.................................................................................... State: .............................................. Post Code: .....................
Phone:.................................................................................... Fax:............................................................................................
E-mail Address:..........................................................................................................................................................................
Dietary Requirements:................................................................................................................................................................
REGISTRATION
CATEGORY
Early Bird Rate
Standard Rate
Ends 30 March 2015
From 31 March 2015
Full Registration
c $500
c $550
Presenter Registration
c $400
c $450
Concession Registration
c $350
c $400
Total Registration Amount $ _______________
ANZDMC Combined Conference Registration Discount**
Delegates of the Search and Rescue Conference (6 May) are being offered a special 50% discount on the Full Registration fee when
also attending the Australian and New Zealand Disaster & Emergency Management Conference (3 – 5 May).
To receive this discount, registration must be completed via the ANZDMC website (www.anzdmc.com.au).
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ACCOMMODATION
Bookings must be accompanied with a credit card guarantee or paid in full before your arrival to the hotel.
Jupiters Gold Coast: Superior King or Twin Room: $199.00 per room, per night.
Arrival date: ........... /............ / 2015
Departure date: ........... /........... / 2015
Room type: c Single
c Twin
c Double
Special requirements: ..................................................................................................................................................
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Total Amount for Full Stay $ _______________
PAYMENT METHOD
Total Amount Due $ _______________
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Cheque
Make payable to:
ANZMH Search and Rescue
PO Box 29,
Nerang, Qld 4211
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c Bank Transfer Account Name: ANZMH Search and Rescue
Commonwealth Bank
Account Number: 1418 7606
BSB: 064 000
Please fax or email a copy of the receipt to 07 5527 3298 and include the Conference and delegates name(s)
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Credit Card
Please charge the total amount above to the following credit card:
c Mastercard
c Visa
c American Express
Credit Card Number:
Expiry Date:............ /................
Name on Card:......................................................................................................................................
Signature:..............................................................................................................................................
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Please return your completed registration form to:
Mail: PO Box 29, Nerang, Queensland, Australia 4211
Fax: 07 5527 3298
Email: [email protected]
Your registration will be processed in 24 business hours of receiving your registration. If you do not receive any correspondence,
email the secretariat.
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