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DISASTER &
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
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REGISTRATION
Australian & New Zealand Disaster and
Emergency Management Conference
3 – 5 May 2015 I Jupiters Gold Coast
In association with
Registration Brochure
Australian & New Zealand
Disaster and Emergency
Management Conference
DISASTER &
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
3 – 5 May 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
INVITATION TO ATTEND
Join me in 2015 for what has now become a premier disaster
and emergency management conference for the Asia-Pacific
region and beyond – the Australian & New Zealand Disaster
and Emergency Management Conference (ANZDMC).
Last year our conference attracted more than 400 delegates
and received abstract and poster submissions from 18
countries; a sure sign that our approach to delivering an
inclusive, engaging and contemporary program is a successful
one.
In keeping with this approach, 2015 will be no different and
will include a focus on research whilst maintaining an interest
on showcasing contemporary innovation and approaches to
disaster and emergency management. One of the strengths
of the ANZDMC is its broad applicability to a wider range
of the disaster and emergency management community;
this includes and is not limited to health, welfare, maritime,
volunteers, fire, search and rescue and law enforcement.
With the ever-increasing nature of larger-scale disasters and
emergencies impacting our communities and a renewed
focus on catastrophic planning, the ANZDMC is an ideal and
appropriate conference to come together to share innovative
practice, understand emerging research themes and discuss
collective challenges with a view to improving our planning for,
response to and recovery from emergencies and disasters.
Associate Professor Brett Aimers
Conference Co-Chair
Chief Professional Officer,
St John Ambulance Australia
THE CONFERENCE
The Australian & New Zealand Disaster and Emergency
Management Conference will be held at Jupiters Gold Coast
on the 3 – 5 May 2015. This international event brings together
key stakeholders involved in the prevention, management and
recovery of major disastrous events, a forum to examine the
issues surrounding natural and man-made hazards.
The theme of “EARTH; FIRE AND RAIN” will provide a dynamic
and topical program and discuss a vast range of subject
including emergency management, public safety, security,
community resilience, business continuity, data protection and
much more.
There will be multiple streams and informative workshops
as well as an all-encompassing exhibition showcasing
equipment, products, services and solutions. The conference
is an outstanding platform for education and to initiate new
business relationships – it is not to be missed by anyone
involved in emergency management and disaster response
and recovery.
TWO CONFERENCES! THREE DAYS! ONE
LOCATION!
A new development is the launch of the Search and Rescue
Conference, held directly after the Australian and New
Zealand Disaster and Emergency Management Conference
on the Gold Coast. The Search and Rescue Conference will
be held on the 6 May and will bring together leading search
and rescue practitioners to discuss challenges of preparing,
deploying and operating search and rescue. Presentations will
cover air, sea, land-based, urban, wilderness, domestic and
overseas search and rescue.
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:
• Keynote plenary sessions
• Presenter concurrent streams
based on experiences,
research, case studies and results
• Workshops
• Welcome Reception
• Poster presentations
• Exhibition of the leading industry professionals
• Access to presenter podcasts and book of proceedings
following the conference
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
• Emergency Services Managers
• Policymakers/Government
• Researchers/Academics
• Planners/Risk Assessors
•Insurers/Financial Institutions
• Centrelink/Red Cross
• Asset Managers/Business Consultants
• Volunteer Organisations
• Pandemic Planners
•Infrastructure/Equipment Providers
•Capacity Builders
• Health Professionals
• Facility Managers (Aged Care, Hospitals)
•Police Services
•Defence Forces
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Registration Brochure
Australian & New Zealand
Disaster and Emergency
Management Conference
DISASTER &
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
3 – 5 May 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
PROGRAM COMMITTEE 2015
VENUE
Associate Professor Brett Aimers - Chief Professional
Officer, St John Ambulance Australia
Jupiters Hotel Gold Coast
Broadbeach Island, Gold Coast
Queensland, 4218
+ 61 7 5592 8100
Gina Mammone - Manager, Critical Incident and Counselling
Services, SES State Headquarters
Dr Michael Rumsewicz - Research Manager, Bushfire and
Natural Hazards CRC
Senior Sergeant Stephen Jenkins - Projects &
Organisational Change Manager, Queensland Police Service,
President – AIES (QLD Division)
Christopher Austin - Director, CTS Consultants
Associate Professor Dale Dominey-Howes - School of
Geosciences, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney
Greg Eustace - Managing Director, Disaster Connect
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.
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.
Jupiters Gold Coast is a 30 minute drive from the Gold Coast
Airport.
Jens Oppermann - Senior Lecturer, Emergency & Disaster
Management, Charles Darwin University
Dr Felicity Powell - Principal Researcher, Opus International
Consultants Ltd
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.
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.
• http://www.comparethemarket.com.au/travel-insurance/
• http://www.travelinsurancequotes.com.au
• http://www.travelinsuranceweb.com.au
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Registration Brochure
Australian & New Zealand
Disaster and Emergency
Management Conference
DISASTER &
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
3 – 5 May 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
REGISTRATION$4,000
CATEGORY
Early Bird Rate
Standard Rate
Ends 30 March 2015
From the 31 March 2015
Full Registration Member*
$780
$880
Full Registration Non-Member
$880
$980
Full Registration Presenter
$680
$780
Full Registration Concession
$600
$700
Day Only Registration
$500
$600
Half Day Workshop Delegate
$99
Half Day Workshop Non-Delegate
$149
Search and Rescue Conference, 6 May. Combined Conference
Registration Discount **
$250
$300
*Must be a member of any of the following associations
Australian Institute of Emergency Services, Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC, Australian & New Zealand Mental Health
Association, Association of Sustainability in Business, International Association of Emergency Managers, Australian Red Cross,
Department of Defence, State and Federal Police Services, Volunteering Queensland, RedR Australia, Lifeline, SES, NSW
Volunteer Rescue Organisation, Victorian Emergency Services Association, College of Emergency Nursing Australasia, RSPCA,
St John Ambulance Qld, Surf Life Saving, Planning Institute of Australia.
**Combined Conference Registration Discount
Delegates of the Australian and New Zealand Disaster & Emergency Management Conference (3 – 5 May) are being offered a
special 50% discount on the registration fee to the Search and Rescue Conference (6 May).
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INCLUSIONS
Full Registration 4 and 5 May (Member, Non-Member,
Presenter, Concession)
• All conference sessions (excluding workshops)
• 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 tea, lunch and afternoon tea for the duration of the
conference
• Welcome Reception – Monday 4 May
Day Only Registration 4 or 5 May
• Conference sessions for the nominated day
• Conference materials, including satchel and handbook
• Softcopy of book of abstracts
• Softcopy of the book of proceedings (available after
the
conference)
• Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea on nominated day
(Does not include the welcome reception or workshops. Tickets
can be purchased from the registration form)
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Registration Brochure
Australian & New Zealand
Disaster and Emergency
Management Conference
DISASTER &
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
3 – 5 May 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
OPTIONAL HALF DAY WORKSHOPS
PAYMENT CONDITIONS
Half day workshops are available at an additional charge
to both delegates and non-delegates. Book early to avoid
disappointment as workshop places are limited.
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).
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION
A discount is available for registrations received and paid before
Monday, 30 March 2015. Registrations not paid by that date
will be re-invoiced 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).
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 Monday, 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.
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.
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 Brochure
Australian & New Zealand
Disaster and Emergency
Management Conference
DISASTER &
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
3 – 5 May 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
REGISTRATION FORM
This form constitutes a Tax Invoice and can be used for tax purposes. Please fill out ONE registration PER PERSON attending.
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 the 31 March 2015
Full Registration Member**
c $780
c $880
Full Registration Non-Member
c $880
c $980
Full Registration Presenter
c $680
c $780
Full Registration Concession
c $600
c $700
Day Registration Monday 4 May
c $500
c $600
Day Registration Tuesday 5 May
c $500
c $600
DAY REGISTRATION
HALF DAY WORKSHOPS - Sunday 3 May
Delegate
c $99
Non-Delegate
c $149
ADDITIONAL TICKETS
Welcome Function
c $50
QTY:_______________
c $250
c $300
SEARCH AND RESCUE CONFERENCE - 6 May
Combined Conference Registration Discount**
Total Registration Amount $ _______________
**Combined Conference Registration Discount
Delegates of the Australian and New Zealand Disaster & Emergency Management Conference (3 – 5 May) are being offered a
special 50% discount on the registration fee to the Search and Rescue Conference (6 May).
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Registration Brochure
Australian & New Zealand
Disaster and Emergency
Management Conference
DISASTER &
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
3 – 5 May 2015 • Jupiters Gold Coast
ACCOMMODATION
Bookings must be accompanied with a credit card guarantee or paid in full before your arrival to the hotel.
Jupiters Hotel 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: ..................................................................................................................................................
....................................................................................................................................................................................
Total Amount for Full Stay $ _______________
PAYMENT METHOD
Total Amount Due $ _______________
c
Cheque
Make payable to:
ANZMH Association
PO Box 29,
Nerang, Qld 4211
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
c Bank Transfer Account Name: ANZMH Association
Commonwealth Bank
Account Number: 1320 4822
BSB: 064 000
Please fax or email a copy of the receipt to 07 5527 3298 and include the Conference and delegates name(s)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
c
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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