Expression of Interest

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Solar Eclipse Conference November 2012

10 February 2009

Mr Joseph Cali Research School of Earth Sciences The Australian National University Building 61, Mills Road Acton ACT 0200

Dear Mr Cali

Thank you for the opportunity to submit this expression of interest to stage the Solar Eclipse Conference 2012 in Cairns and to present the Cairns Convention Centre as the ideal venue. If you would like a comprehensive quotation, we would be delighted to prepare a proposal based on your requirements.

Cairns Convention Centre The award winning Cairns Convention Centre provides highly flexible and adaptable facilities that will comfortably accommodate the size and requirements of the Solar Eclipse Conference.

Its state of the art advanced audio visual and communications technology caters to the most demanding multi-media conference requirements.

The Centre is staffed by a friendly professional team, world renowned for their tropical hospitality. Our menus feature contemporary five star cuisine with the freshest local seafood and tropical produce.

Cairns Cairns is a vibrant tropical city surrounded by the world heritage listed Great Barrier Reef and ancient tropical rainforests. It has sophisticated world class convention infrastructure and superb recreational options.

Delegates can experience the best of everything – great restaurants, exciting shopping, a casino and an abundance of tours and attractions.

There is a wide range of luxury and budget accommodation and wealth of serviced apartments all within walking distance of the Cairns Convention Centre.

Access Cairns is located in the heart of the Asia Pacific region and is an international gateway into Australia. The Cairns International Airport, located only 10 minutes from the city centre, has direct flights from throughout Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Asia with connections to Europe and North America.

Summary If I can provide any additional information or assistance please don’t hesitate to contact me directly on 07 4042 4200; email: [email protected].

Our goal at the Cairns Convention Centre is to ensure that by staging your event in Cairns you will be rewarded with the most successful Solar Eclipse Conference ever.

Yours sincerely

Genny Gordon Business Development Manager

Why choose Cairns GREAT BARRIER REEF ~ AUSTRALIA

Cairns Convention Centre world class congress venue • The Cairns Convention Centre regularly receives global recognition. It was voted 'World's Best Congress Centre 2004' and 'World's Top 3 Congress Centres 2005 & 2008' in the prestigious annual client survey by the International Association of Congress Centres (AIPC) Apex Award.

• Recent Congresses hosted at the Centre include: ~worldsleep07 : The 5th World Congress of the World Federation of Sleep Research and Sleep Medicine Societies, 1,500 delegates ~The 5th International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) Annual Meeting, 1,365 delegates

• Cairns Convention Centre offers world class hospitality service with menus featuring fresh local produce.

• It features state of the art audio visual and IT facilities with professional in-house technical and IT services.

• The Centre is complemented by excellent local industry partners including, staging and theming suppliers, exhibition service providers and destination management companies, all fully skilled in the delivery of event requirements at the highest level.

• Cairns Convention Centre has strong working relationships with many Australian and internationally renowned professional conference organisers.

Serious Business in Australia’s most Stunning Location Tropical Cairns international appeal • Cairns is in the very heart of the Asia Pacific. Only 10 minutes from the City Centre, its International Airport makes it readily accessible to Australia and the world.

• Cairns is the most convenient of convention locations with the Cairns Convention Centre only minutes walking distance from a wide range of five, four and three star hotels and apartment style accommodation.

• Cairns City has the very best of everything… great restaurants, excellent accommodation, exciting shopping, a casino, and over 600 tour choices.

• The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most desirable destinations in the world and undisputedly one of the world's extremely important natural assets.

• The region's Wet Tropics Rainforest is over 140 million years old. It has a diverse and exquisitely fragile ecology.

• Tropical North Queensland is home to two of the world's oldest surviving cultures - the Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders.

• Cairns is a multi-cultural destination experienced in welcoming visitors from all over the world.

• Results from a recent international convention delegate survey confirm: ~89% of international delegates rated Cairns as a good or Cairns is a city where the people make the difference. excellent destination The people of Cairns have a “can do” attitude and this ~91% of international delegates rated the Cairns Convention applies across business and the whole community. Centre as a good or excellent venue. Cairns is a safe and clean regional Australian city.

For further information on the Cairns Convention Centre and destination of Cairns, visit our website www.cairnsconvention.com.au floor plans

QUICK FACTS : • Great Hall : 1300 delegates banquet highly adaptable and flexible • Hall 2 : 1000 delegates banquet • Halls A&B or C&D : 600 delegates banquet • Hall A, B, C or D : 300 delegates banquet • Outdoor Plaza : 1200 delegates cocktail

CONFERENCE ROOMS MEETING ROOMS GREAT HALL - A, B, C & D OUTDOOR PLAZA HALL 2 • 6 rooms • 9 rooms • 2330 theatre ~ Great Hall • 1200 cocktail • 5000 theatre • 20-60 theatre • 60-360 theatre • 500-520 theatre ~ A, B, C or D • 900 banquet • 630 classroom • 12-40 classroom • 32-184 classroom • 210-730 classroom • 1080 banquet • 50-260 banquet • 300-1300 banquet • 108 booths [3x2.4m]

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VENUE AREA AREA THEATRE CLASSROOM BANQUET BOOTHS “Thanks again for CAPACITIES SQ METRES SQ FEET 3 X 2.4M everything that your guys Hall A 430 4628 520 210 300 26 did for us. We had a Hall B 430 4628 520 210 300 26 FANTASTIC time! Hall C 430 4628 500 200 300 26 Hall D 430 4628 500 200 300 26 Halls A & B 860 9256 1190 420 650 60 Cairns is a brilliant venue Halls C & D 860 9256 850 400 650 60 for an international Halls B,C & D 1290 13884 1540 - - 88 Great Hall (A,B,C & D) 1720 18512 2330 730 1300 120 conference and we were Hall 2 (Auditorium mode) 1470 15817 5000 - - - made very welcome by Hall 2 (Flat Floor mode) 1470 15817 - 630 1080 108 the friendly staff throughout the city. BOARD RM U SHAPE The staff at the Centre Meeting Room 1 80 861 90 40 60 30 looked after us so well Meeting Room 2 106 1141 140 56 80 40 and paid attention Meeting Room 3 78 839 90 44 60 36 to detail. The Centre itself Meeting Room 4 55 592 60 32 50 20 Meeting Room 5 66 710 75 40 50 32 is beautiful and met Meeting Room 6 70 753 75 40 50 32 the needs of our very Meeting Room 7 59 635 60 32 50 20 large conference Meeting Room 8 115 1237 100 36 80 - Meeting Room 9 115 1237 75 36 60 - extremely well.

Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 186 2001 230 120 140 50 Nothing was too much Meeting Rooms 3 & 4 133 1431 150 72 110 44 trouble for the staff. Meeting Rooms 3, 4 & 5 199 2141 220 112 160 60 Meeting Rooms 4 & 5 121 1302 130 64 100 40 I would thoroughly Meeting Rooms 4, 5 & 6 192 2066 200 104 150 60 recommend Cairns Meeting Rooms 4, 5, 6 & 7 251 2701 270 136 200 60 and the Convention Meeting Rooms 5 & 6 136 1463 168 80 100 40 Centre to others!” Meeting Rooms 5, 6 & 7 196 2109 190 104 150 40 Meeting Rooms 6 & 7 130 1399 135 72 100 40 Meeting Rooms 3, 4, 5 & 6 270 2905 290 152 210 44 Professor Hilary M. Lappin-Scott Meeting Rooms 3-7 329 3540 360 184 260 44 President ~ Executive Board 12th International Society for Conference Room 1 20 215 20 12 - 16 Microbial Ecology Conference Conference Room 2 20 215 20 12 - 16 Conference Room 3 19 204 20 12 - 16 Conference Room 4 22 236 25 16 - 16 Conference Room 5 22 236 25 16 - 16 Conference Room 6 18 193 - - - 10 Conference Rooms 1, 2 & 3 59 634 60 40 - 28 Conference Rooms 1 & 2 40 430 40 34 - 22 Conference Rooms 2 & 3 39 419 30 - - 22 Conference Rooms 4 & 5 44 472 50 32 - 28 Registration Desk & 64 688 - - - - Organisers Offfice

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QUICK FACTS : • Great Hall : Maximum 2300 delegates theatre style • Hall A, B, C & D : Individual quadrants of 500 delegates • Hall 2 : Maximum 5000 delegates ideal for trade exhibitions • Meeting Rooms : 16 rooms with capacity from 10 - 360 delegates

The award winning Cairns Convention Centre is world renowned for its unique environmental design and special brand of tropical hospitality. Its highly flexible and adaptable facilities are ideal for meetings from 300 - 3500 delegates with a total of 22 meeting rooms.

The Centre's advanced technical facilities feature interactive multimedia, wireless capability and a complete fibre optic category 5 and category 6 backbone linking all meeting rooms with a microlink for video conferencing and high speed data processing.

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“Our conference showed the world the high standards Australia set in organising events like ours and the venue and team at the Cairns Convention Centre are world class.”

Professor Ian Smith ~ Co-Chair 4th International Peptide Symposium

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QUICK FACTS • Great Hall : 1720sqm or 120 booths (3m x 2.4m) maximum capacity • Hall 2 : 1470sqm or 108 booths (3m x 2.4m) maximum capacity • Mezzanine Foyer : Ideal for smaller scale exhibitions • Exhibition Foyers : Excellent position for booths or poster displays

The Cairns Convention Centre provides the flexibility to stage a range of trade and consumer exhibitions and has up to 4,560sqm of exhibition space.

Cardiac surgery, photochemistry, ICT, newspaper publishers, financial planners are just some of the convention topics attracting top professionals and exhibitors to Cairns from around the globe.

Cairns boasts its own excellent staging, exhibition and event management companies, or alternatively we will work in partnership with the company of your choice.

CAIRNS CONVENTION CENTRE Serious Business in Australia’s most Stunning Location trade exhibitions

“The audio visual was great, the catering and food terrific. The Cairns Convention Centre team were amazing from start to finish.”

Ms Simone Staples Australian Turf Grass Conference & Exhibition

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QUICK FACTS : • Great Hall : 1300 delegates banquet • Hall 2 : 1000 delegates banquet • Halls A & B or C & D : 600 delegates banquet • Hall A, B, C or D : 300 delegates banquet • Outdoor Plaza : 1200 delegates cocktail

The Cairns Convention Centre is world renowned for its tropical, five star cuisine featuring the freshest local produce and some of the world's best seafood.

The Centre's chefs and catering team take great pride in planning and creating menus tailor-made for your event and budget.

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Mr Jonathan Nicholl Principal Policy Officer Annual Meeting of the Asia Pacific Group on Money Laundering

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REFEREES

Event Details Contact Person Contact Details

International Symposium for Professor John Edwards School of Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences Veterinary Epidemiology & President Veterinary Clinical Sciences Building Economics – ISVEE XI 2006 Murdoch University 02-11 August 2006 MURDOCH WA 6150

Phone: 08 9360 2636 Email: [email protected]

The Society of Wetland Scientists Dr David Rissik c/- Natural Resources Commission 27th International Conference Level 10, 15 Castlereagh Street and the Australian Marine SYDNEY NSW 2000 Science Association Annual Meeting - Catchments to Coast Phone: 02 8227 4300 09-14 July 2006 Email: [email protected]

Dynamic Planet 2005 Professor Chris Rizos International Association of Geodesy 21-26 August 2005 Organising Committee Room EE425, 4th Floor Electrical Engineering Building School of Surveying & Spatial Information Systems The University of New South Wales SYDNEY NSW 2052

Phone: 02 9313 7493 Email: [email protected]

Australian Tourism Export Council Mr Matthew Hingerty Australian Tourism Export Council Symposium 2006 Managing Director Tower 2 16-19 May 2006 Level 18 Darling Park 201 Sussex Street SYDNEY NSW 2000

Phone: 02 8262 5500 Email: [email protected]

Harvey Norman Computer Mr John Slack-Smith Harvey Norman Conference 2005 Director B1 Richmond Road 30 April – 06 May 2005 HOMEBUSH WEST NSW 2140

Phone: 02 9201 6111 Email: [email protected]

10th Biennial Meeting of the Asia Ms Carolyn Earle International Society for Sexual & Impotence Research Pacific Society for Sexual Organising Chair Keogh Institute for Medical Research Medicine 3rd Floor, Block A 04-08 October 2005 Queen Elizabeth II Medical Building NEDLANDS WA 6009

Phone: 08 9346 2008 Fax: 08 9346 3003 Email: [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE ORGANISERS (PCO) WHO HAVE HELD A NUMBER OF EVENTS AT THE CENTRE

Contact Person Company and Contact Details Ms Jan Shaw Event Planners Australia (formerly Intermedia) Executive Consultant 547 Harris Street ULTIMO NSW 2007

Phone: 02 9213 4000 Fax: 02 9213 4099 Email: [email protected]

Mr Mike Pickford Australian Science Network Executive Director Unit 21B, Village Centre BALNARRING VIC 3926

Phone: 03 5983 2400 Fax: 03 5983 2223 Email: [email protected]

Mr Barrie Markey ICMS Pty Ltd Managing Director 84 Queensbridge Street SOUTHBANK VIC 3006

Phone: 03 9682 0244 Fax: 03 9682 0288 Email: [email protected]

Mr Colin Paulson Paulson Consulting Director PO Box 268 TOUKLEY NSW 2263

Phone: 02 4393 1114 Fax: 02 4393 1110 Email: [email protected]

TESTIMONIALS

VENUE

“The Cairns Convention Centre is ideal for the high number of delegates we are expecting. The facilities are just perfect for hosting multiple sessions of varying sizes at any one time. The proximity to a range of accommodation options all within walking distance is also very attractive to our members, as is the proximity and accessibility of Cairns to the major population centres in Asia for us. Most importantly, by choosing to hold Australian Physiotherapy Association Conference Week in Cairn we know we will deliver a cost effective, high quality event and believe the destination will be a great incentive for delegates to attend.” Phil Hart – Professional Development and Specialisation Manager Australian Physiotherapy Association

“Without a doubt, it was the quality of the convention centre facilities, the best I have seen anywhere in the world, that persuaded us to hold Dynamic Planet in Cairns.” Professor Chris Rizos – Chair Organising Committee International Association for Geodesy

“The Cairns Convention Centre truly merits its wonderful status as World’s Best Congress Centre. The professionalism and efficiency we encountered everywhere was impressive.” Ms Helga Severyns International Association of Public Transport

“Having 530 delegates using wireless technology in their sessions 10 hours a day is no easy feat. The Cairns Convention Centre technicians handled all our audio visual requirements with ease.” Ms Sara Foda Tour Hosts ~ IEEE 802 Wireless Symposium

“Cairns is relatively inexpensive compared to Hawaii or Sydney for example and the cost meant a lot to IBM. Without a doubt, the Cairns Convention Centre was the other main reason for selecting Cairns. They were so easy to work with and the Tokyo production crew we travel with every year has excellent comments about their counterparts at the Centre.” Mr Koichi Nukaga – Event Manager IBM Japan Recognition Awards Japan

“In Cairns, we achieved our highest delegate numbers, held our largest exhibition and it was the largest Partner Program in years. Overall from ARIMA’s point of view, a stunning success in a stunning location.” Mr David Wilkinson - President Association of Risk Insurance Managers of Australia

“The Cairns Convention Centre was sensational. Unreserved marks for a very flexible venue that accommodated our needs completely. The Centre had a nice layout, good staff, good food. Everything just went like clockwork.” Associate Professor Ross Cuneo – Chair of Local organising Committee 2nd International Joint Growth Hormone and IGF Research Symposium

“It was our unequivocal experience that we were absolutely delighted with the Centre, the staff and the quality outcome delivered for our congress. Having attended many dozens of medical conferences in all parts of the world, it is a great pleasure to see that Cairns Convention Centre can deliver a product that would easily rival any on an international scale.” Professor Susan Tett – Conference Chair 6th International Congress of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Clinical Toxicology DESTINATION

“Australia is a world leader is stem cell research, by bringing the world’s scientists to Australia, the conference will help establish and nurture international co-operations and partnerships for research. The beautiful location of Cairns with a world-class convention centre was exactly the right combination to win this prestigious event.” Dr Maree Overall – Project Manager, Australian Science Network 5th Meeting of the International Society for Stem Cell Research

“Cairns was certainly an attractive destination for our members from 20 different countries. Many enjoyed the Great Barrier Reef and Hinterland and loved the welcome reception with bush bands and native animals.” Professor Ken Ghiggino - Chairperson XXII International Conference on Photochemistry

“Cairns is a city that understands the importance of tourism and the needs of large conferences. We were very impressed with the way the accommodation, restaurants, tour operators, event management companies and the Convention Centre all work together as a team. In our experience, Cairns has it all”. John Slack-Smith – General Manager Harvey Norman Computer and Communications National Conference

“The Directors of the Australian Airports Association chose Cairns because if its tourism attractions, natural beauty, quality facilities and easy air access. Cairns is a popular and well recognised destination making it easier to attract delegates to our 2006 convention.” Andrew Watson – Director Calcutt Watson & Associates, Australian Airports Association Convention Secretariat

“In Cairns, you are not simply another convention in town, you have ownership of the city and restaurants, shops and tour operators all knew that our convention was in town. Our international delegates were made to feel so welcome by this genuine friendly hospitality”. Dr Brenton Lewis – Chair 14th International Conference on Vacuum Ultraviolet Radiation Physics

“Our aim was to reinforce the conference’s Asia Pacific focus, which was achieved by attracting more than 400 delegates from Fiji, Indonesia, Singapore, New Zealand, Vietnam, Australia, the USA and the United Kingdom. Having our convention in an environment like Cairns was ideal – there was a balance of informality that allowed greater focus and greater delegate participation. As a conference destination, Cairns certainly lived up to our expectations. We found we really could do serious business in a great location.” Julie Woollacott – National Conference Coordinator 9th National Public Health Association of Australia Immunisation Conference & 1st PHAA Asia Pacific Vaccine Preventable Diseases Conference

“Cairns has the convention infrastructure with appropriate hotel accommodations and superb recreational options for delegates, making it an extremely attractive destination to host such a top quality meeting.” Dr Jim Wilkinson 5th World Congress of Paediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

“We chose Cairns for a number of reasons; its easy air access, excellent conferencing facilities, high quality accommodation options and unique World Heritage attractions of the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests.” Dr Ian Smith 4th International Peptide Symposium VENUE CATERING, TECHNOLOGY AND STAFF

“The Cairns Convention Centre team has set a standard we have not seen anywhere else.” Ms Danielle Bolton - Secretariat Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand

“The Cairns Convention Centre team were unbelievable… professional, enthusiastic and easy to deal with. Our delegates were delighted with the destination, venue and especially the food. Whatever is happening in the kitchen, don’t change it!” Mr Jonathan Nicholl – Principal Policy Officer Annual Meeting of the Asia Pacific Group on Money Laundering

“I have organised many congresses in many varied and exotic parts of the world – never have I come across a facility that worked so well. The Cairns Convention Centre staff are second to none, the kitchen unbelievable, the food produced sensational.” Mr Tony Clegg-Butt - President 63rd World SKAL Congress

“The audio visual was outstanding and attributed to the success of our event. The awards won by the Cairns Convention Centre team are obviously justified.” Mr Don Pearce – Managing Director, Promaco Conventions 10th Biennial Meeting of the Asia Pacific Society for Sexual Medicine

“Your efforts, both in the lead up to the event and on-site, ensured the smooth and faultless running of audiovisual equipment for the duration of the meeting. We have received much feedback from committee and delegates praising the quality of the audiovisual support.” Stephanie Gurr - Event Manager, Intermedia for Australian Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Annual Scientific Meeting (ASOHNS)

“The Cairns Convention Centre team delivered everything they promised… and more. The catering was fast and efficient (not to mention delicious), the audio visual arrangements were smooth and the comforting architecture makes for a relaxed atmosphere which was reflected by the general mood of the delegates.” Professor Robert Stick – Conference Chairman XX1st International Carbohydrate Symposium

“Everyone at the Centre’s ‘can do’ attitude, made our conference run smoothly. You have a wonderful venue and deserve every accolade bestowed upon it. We look forward to coming back to Cairns again.” Mr John Zaharakis, National Development Manager Travelscene Limited

“As usual I found the Cairns Convention Centre such a pleasure to work with. It always seems as if nothing is too much trouble and everyone there is so happy to help.” Sally Goodchild – Event Manager, Conference Incentive Management for RetireInvest National Conference

world class destination

QUICK FACTS • Over 500 hotel rooms and apartments • Wide range of accommodation from deluxe to budget • Hotels within walking distance of the Cairns Convention Centre • An abundance of tours and attractions

Enjoy Australia's indigenous culture, World Heritage Rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef or the Outback on one of the 600 tours per day that depart Cairns.

Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, undisputed as one of the world's most important natural assets. It is surrounded by the Wet Tropics Rainforest, one of the most diverse and beautiful examples of Mother Nature and is home to the largest range of plants and animals and the oldest rainforest on Earth.

CAIRNS CONVENTION CENTRE Serious Business in Australia’s most Stunning Location world class destination

Mr John Slack-Smith ~ General Manager Computer and Communications Harvey Norman

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QUICK FACTS • Over 100 international flights per week • Direct flights from all major ports throughout Australia • Cairns International Airport is only 10 minutes from Cairns city centre

Cairns International Airport is Australia's gateway to the Asia Pacific and is located only 10 minutes from the centre of Cairns. It has international flights with onward connections to Europe and North America with Qantas, Cathay Pacific, Jetstar and Continental Airlines, Air New Zealand and Air Nuigini.

There are direct flights to Cairns from all Australian capital cities with Qantas, Virgin Blue and Jetstar.

Cairns has over 6000 hotel rooms within walking distance of the Convention Centre to suit a wide range of requirements from budget to five star.

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“The reason why Cairns was chosen is the good airport links, outstanding facilities of the Cairns Convention Centre, warm tropical climate and the abundance of tourist attractions close by.”

Professor David Winkler ~ President-Elect Asian Federation for Medicinal Chemistry

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TRANSPORT FROM THE AIRPORT WEATHER Average Daily Daily Hours QUICK FACTS : Temperature of Sunshine Cairns city centre is located only 10 oC oF • Cairns is one of Australia’s most popular minutes from the airport with taxis and January 28 82 7.1 destinations. Nestled on the far north regular bus shuttles readily available. February 27 81 6.4 March 26 79 6.6 coast of Queensland, the city is tucked For comprehensive live flight schedules, April 25 77 6.2 between the Great Barrier Reef in the taxi and bus information, maps and airport May 23.5 74 6.5 Coral Sea and the lush rolling downs of June 21.5 71 6 layout, please refer to the Cairns Ports July 20.5 69 6.9 the Atherton Tablelands to the west. website : www.cairnsports.com.au August 21 70 7.4 • Cairns is home to more than 130,000 September 22.5 73 7.7 people from all corners of the world and October 24.5 76 8.4 November 26 79 8.5 is renowned for its tourist attractions like December 27.5 82 7.7 the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest. • There is something here for every visitor to enjoy… adventure activities like diving, white water rafting and bungy jumping or more gentle pursuits like birdwatching, hiking and enjoying Cairns restaurants. • Cairns offers visitors fabulous accommodation – everything from five star resorts to cheap backpacker hostels or camping grounds – along with temperate weather, sunny skies and sea breezes. • Cairns is the starting point for a cheap camping holiday or a luxurious island retreat; a natural experience in the Daintree rainforest or a family holiday on the beach at Palm Cove.

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“Cairns was chosen because of its world class convention centre and the teamwork approach of the accommodation houses and operators keen to make the meeting a success.”

Professor Ron Grunstein & Professor Ron Wheatey Co-Chairs Australian Sleep Association worldsleep07

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CAIRNS REGION ACCOMMODATION

5 STAR HOTELS Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Hilton Cairns A: 34 The Esplanade, Cairns 263 5 min T: 07 4050 2000 E: [email protected] W: www.hilton.com

Shangri-La Hotel A: Pierpoint Road, Cairns 255 8 min T: 07 4031 1411 E: [email protected] W: www.shangri-la.com/cairns

Sofitel Reef Casino Cairns A: Wharf Street, Cairns 128 5 min T: 07 4030 8708 E: [email protected] W: www.reefcasino.com.au

4 STAR HOTELS Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Cairns Colonial Club Resort A: 18-26 Cannon Street, Cairns 334 10 min drive T: 07 4053 5111 E: [email protected] W: www.cairnscolonialclub.com.au

Cairns Plaza Hotel A: 145 The Esplanade, Cairns 60 15 min T: 07 4051 4688 E: [email protected] W: www.plazahotels.com.au/cairns.htm

Holiday Inn Cairns A: 121-123 The Esplanade, Cairns 235 15 min T: 07 4050 6070 E: [email protected] W: www.holiday-inn.com./cairnsau

Mantra Esplanade A: 53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns 124 7 min T: 07 4046 4141 E: [email protected] W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mantra Trilogy Resort A: 101-105 The Esplanade, Cairns 39 10 min T: 07 4080 8000 E: [email protected] W www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mercure Hotel Harbourside A: 209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns 110 20 mins T: 07 4051 8999 E: [email protected] W: www.mercure-harbourside.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

4 STAR HOTELS (continued) Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort A: 122 Lake Street, Cairns 314 10 min T: 07 4080 1888 E: [email protected] W: www.novotelcairnsresort.com.au

Pacific International Hotel A: Cnr Spence St & The Esplanade, Cairns 180 5 min T: 07 4044 1876 E: [email protected] W: www.pacifichotelcairns.com

Park Regis City Quays Cairns A: 6 Lake Street, Cairns 68 2 min T: 07 4042 6400 E: [email protected] W: www.parkregishotels.com

Park Regis Piermonde A: 2-4 Lake Street, Cairns 15 2 mins T: 07 4042 6500 E: [email protected] W: www.parkregishotels.com

Rydges Esplanade Resort A: Cnr Esplanade & Kerwin St, Cairns 242 20 min T: 07 4053 0300 E: [email protected] W: www.rydges.com

Rydges Plaza Hotel A: Cnr Grafton & Spence Sts, Cairns 101 5 min T: 07 4041 1022 E:: [email protected] W: www.rydges.com

Rydges Tradewinds Cairns A: 137 The Esplanade, Cairns 248 15 min T: 07 4053 0300 E: [email protected] W: www.rydges.com

Quality Hotel Sheridan Plaza A: 295 Sheridan Street, Cairns 74 5 min drive T: 07-4031 6500 E: [email protected] W: www.sheridanplaza.com.au

Sebel Harbour Lights Cairns A: CityPort Harbourfront Complex, Cairns 5 mins T: 07 4041 5637 E: [email protected] W: www.harbourlightscairns.com.au

The Sebel Cairns A: 17 Abbott Street, Cairns 321 5 min (formerly Cairns International Hotel) T: 07 4031 1300 E: [email protected] W: www.mirvachotels.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

3 STAR HOTELS Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Acacia Court Hotel A: 222-227 The Esplanade, Cairns 145 20 min T: 07 4051 5011 E: [email protected] W: www.acaciacourt.com

Bay Village Tropical Retreat A: 227 Lake Street, Cairns 63 15 min T: 07 4051 4622 E: [email protected] W: www.bayvillage.com.au

Cairns Queens Court A: 167-171 Sheridan Street, Cairns 72 15 min T: 07 4051 7722 E: [email protected] W: www.queenscourt.com.au

Cairns Queenslander A: 267 Lake Street, Cairns 42 15 min T: 07 4051 0122 E: [email protected] W: www.cairnsqueenslander.com.au

Country Comfort Sunlodge A: Cnr Lake & Florence Streets, Cairns 75 15 min T: 07 4051 5733 E: [email protected] W: www.countrycomforthotels.com/sunlodge

Discovery Resort Cairns A: 183-185 Lake Street, Cairns 53 15 min T: 07 4044 9777 E: [email protected] W: www.discoveryresort.com.au

Fig Tree Lodge A: 235 Sheridan Street, Cairns 46 30 min T: 07 4041 0000 E: [email protected] W: www.figtreelodge.com.au

Koala Beach Resort A: 137-137 Lake Street, Cairns 57 15 min T: 07 4051 4933 E: [email protected] W: www.koalaresort.com.au

Palm Royale Cairns A: 7-11 Chester Court, Manunda 150 10 mins car T: 07 4032 2700 E: [email protected] W: www.palmroyale.com

Sunshine Tower Hotel A: 136-140 Sheridan Street, Cairns 80 15 min T: 07 4051 5288 E: [email protected] W: www.sunshinetower.com.au

The Hotel Cairns A: Cnr Florence & Abbott St, Cairns 90 15 min T: 07 4051-6188 E: [email protected] W: www.thehotelcairns.com

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

BUDGET STYLE ACCOMMODATION Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Arcadia Gardens A: 6-8 Faculty Close, Smithfield 240 15 min drive James Cook University Apartment Hotel T: 07 4057 7844 E: [email protected] W: www.campusapartmentscairns.com.au W: www.arcadiagardens.com.au

Cairns Serpent Hostel A: 341 Lake Street, Cairns 290 5 min drive T: 07 4040 7777 E: [email protected] W: www.serpenthostel.com

Calypso Inn A: 5 Digger Street, Cairns 58 20 min T: 07 4031 0910 E: [email protected] W: www.calypsobackpackers.com

Gilligan’s Backpackers Hotel & Resort A: 89 Grafton Street , Cairns 480 3 min T: 07 4041 6566 E: [email protected] W: www.gilligansbackpackers.com.au

Hides Hotel Club Crocodile A: 87 Lake Street, Cs 53 7 min T: 07 40511266 E: [email protected] W: www.clubcroc.com.au

In the Tropics 141 Sheridan Street, Cairns 51 1.5 km T: 1800 807 055 E: [email protected] W: www.inthetropics.com

Pete’s Backpackers Resort A: 242 Grafton Street, Cairns 60 20 min T: 07 4031 6472 E: [email protected] W: www.petescairns.com.au

YHA Cairns Central A: 20-24 McLeod Street, Cairns 236 5 min T: 07 4051 0772 E: [email protected] W: www.yha.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

APARTMENTS Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance 181 The Esplanade A: 181 The Esplanade, Cairns 37 20 min T: 07-4052 6888 E: [email protected] W: www.181.com.au

BreakFree Royal Harbour A: 73-75 The Esplanade, Cairns 46 10 min T: 07 4080 8888 E: [email protected] W: www.breakfree.com.au

Cairns City Apartments A: 79 Spence Street, Cairns 17 5 mins (incorporating Clarendon & Regency on T: 07 4041 2226 Spence) E: [email protected] W: www.cairnscityapartments.com.au

City Terraces Holiday Apartments A: 63 McLeod Street, Cairns 34 10 min T: 07 4051 8955 E: [email protected] W: www.cityterraces.com.au

Il Centro Luxury Apartment Suites A: 32 Sheridan Street, Cairns 38 1 min T: 07 4031 6699 E: [email protected] W: www.ilcentro.com.au

Il Palazzo Boutique Hotel A: 62 Abbott Street, Cairns 38 15 min T: 07 4041 2155 E: [email protected] W: www.ilpalazzo.com.au

Inn Cairns Holiday Apartments A: 71-75 Lake Street, Cairns 38 7 min T: 07 4041 2350 E: [email protected] W: www.inncairns.com.au

Jack & Newell Luxury Apartments A: 27-29 Wharf Street, Cairns 45 3 min T: 07 4031 4990 E: [email protected] W: www.jacknewellcairns.com.au

Mantra Esplanade A: 53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns 124 7 min T: 07 4046 4141 E: [email protected] W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mantra Trilogy Resort A: 101-105 The Esplanade, Cairns 39 10 min T: 07 4080 8000 E: [email protected] W www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mid City Luxury Suites A: 6 McLeod Street, Cairns 20 5 min T: 07 4051 5050 E: [email protected] W www.midcity.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

APARTMENTS (continued) Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Park Regis City Quays Cairns A: 6 Lake Street, Cairns 68 2 min T: 07 4042 6400 E: [email protected] W: www.parkregishotels.com

Park Regis Piermonde A: 2-4 Lake Street, Cairns 15 2 mins T: 07 4042 6500 E: [email protected] W: www.parkregishotels.com

Regency Palms Apartments A: 219-225 McLeod Street, Cairns 58 20 min T: 07 4031 4445 E: [email protected] W: www.regencypalms.com.au

Rydges Esplanade Resort A: Cnr Esplanade & Kerwin St, Cairns 242 20 min T: 07 4053 0300 E: [email protected] W: www.rydges.com

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments A: 3-11 Water Street, Cairns 192 20 min T: 07 4031 4000 E: [email protected] W: www.southerncrossapartments.com

The Citysider Holiday Apartments A: 17A Upward Street, Cairns 41 10 min T: 07 4044 9888 E: [email protected] W: www.citysider.com.au

The Lakes Resort & Spa A: 2 Greenslopes Street, Edge Hill 30 10 min drive T: 07 4053 9400 E: [email protected] W: www.thelakescairns.com.au

Tradewinds McLeod Apartments A: 191 McLeod Street, Cairns 28 10 min T: 07 4031 2422 E: [email protected] W: www.tradewindsmcleod.com.au

Villa Vaucluse A: 141-143 Grafton Street, Cairns 18 15 min T: 07 4051 8566 E: [email protected] W: www.villavaucluse.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

HOTELS IN THE MARLIN COAST REGION (NORTHERN BEACHES) Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance

TRINITY BEACH Amaroo at Trinity A: 92-94 Moore Street, Trinity Beach 40 20 min drive T: 07 4055 6066 F: 07 4057 7992 W: www.amarooresort.com

Bellevue at Trinity A: 88 Moore Street, Trinity Beach 20 20 min drive T: 07 4057 8822 E: [email protected] W: www.bellevueattrinity.com.au

Coral Sands Resort A: Trinity Beach Road, Trinity Beach 60 20 min drive T: 07 4057 8800 E: [email protected] W: www.coralsands.com.au

Meridien at Trinity Beach A: 37 Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach 6 20 min drive T: 07 4057 1700 E: [email protected] W: www.meridienattrinity.com

On the Beach Holiday Apartments A: 49-51 Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach 12 20 min drive T: 07 4057 7555 E: [email protected] W: www.onthebeach.com.au

Roydon Beachfront Apartments A: 83 Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach 20 20 min drive T: 07 4057 6512 E: [email protected] W: www.roydon.com.au

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments A: 31-35 Vasey Esplanade, Trinity Beach 24 20 min drive T: 07 4057 5822 E: [email protected] W: www.seachange-beachfront-apartments.com

Trinity Beach Pacific A: 56 Trinity Beach Road, Trinity Beach 40 20 min drive T: 07 4057 8666 E: [email protected] W: www.trinitybeachpacific.com.au

KEWARRA BEACH Kewarra Beach Resort A: Kewarra Street, Kewarra Beach 75 25 min drive T: 07 4057 6666 E: [email protected] W: www.kewarrabeachresort.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

HOTELS IN THE MARLIN COAST REGION (NORTHERN BEACHES) Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance

PALM COVE Alassio Palm Cove A: 139 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove 36 30 min drive T: 07 4055 3679 E: [email protected] W: www.alassiopalmcove.com

Angsana Great Barrier Reef A: 1 Veivers Road, Palm Cove 70 30 min drive T: 07 4055 3000 E: [email protected] W: www.angsana.com

Mantra Amphora Resort A: 45 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove 168 30 min drive T: 07 4059 8100 W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Novotel Rockford Palm Cove Resort A: Coral Coast Drive, Palm Cove 341 30 min drive T: 07 4059 1234 E: [email protected] W: www.novotel-pcr.com.au

Peppers Beach Club & Spa A: 123 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove 195 30 min drive T: 07 4059-9200 E: [email protected] W: www.peppers.com.au/Beach-Club-&-Spa

Paradise on the Beach Resort A: 121 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove 34 30 min drive T: 07 4055 3300 E: [email protected] W: www.paradiseonthebeach.com

Sea Temple Resort & Spa A: Triton Street, Palm Cove 126 30 min drive T: 07 4059-9600 E: [email protected] W: http://palmcove.seatemple.com.au

Sebel Reef House Palm Cove A: 99 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove 70 30 min drive T: 07 4055 3633 E: [email protected] W: www.reefhouse.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Tropical Tourism North Queensland www.tropicalaustralia.com.au

HOTELS IN PORT DOUGLAS Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Beaches Port Douglas A: 19-21 The Esplanade, Port Douglas 27 60 min drive T: 07 4099 4150 E: [email protected] W: www.portdouglasbeaches.com

BreakFree PortSea A: 76 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 144 60 min drive T: 07 4087 2000 E: [email protected] W: www.breakfree.com.au

BreakFree Reef Club A: 62-64 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 59 60 min drive T: 07 4099 4900 E: [email protected] W: www.breakfree.com.au

Club Tropical Resort A: Cnr Wharf & Macrossan Street, Port Douglas 50 60 min drive T: 07 4099 5885 E: [email protected] W: www.club-tropical-resort.com

Driftwood Mantaray on Macrossan A: 65 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas 17 60 min drive T: 07 4099 5119 E: [email protected] W: www.driftwood-mantaray.com.au

Garrick House A: 11 Garrick Street, Port Douglas 18 60 min drive T: 07 4099 5322 E: [email protected] W: www.garrickhouse.com.au

Le Cher Du Monde A: 34 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas 27 60 min drive T: 07 4099 6400 E: [email protected] W: www.lecherdumonde.com.au

Mantra Aqueous on Port A: 3-5 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 61 60 min drive T: 07 4099 0000 E: [email protected] W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mantra Heritage A: 16 Warner Street, Port Douglas 45 60 min drive T: 07 4084 2300 W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mantra in the Village A: Cnr Grant & Warner Streets, Port Douglas 21 60 min drive T: 07 4084 2301 W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Port Douglas Daintree Tourism Association www.pddt.com.au

HOTELS IN PORT DOUGLAS (continued) Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Mantra Links Resort A: Nautilus Street, Port Douglas 75 60 min drive T: 07 4099 1511 E: [email protected] W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mantra on the Inlet A: Cnr Macrossan & Wharf Streets, Port Douglas 31 60 min drive T: 07 4084 2000 W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mantra PortSea A: 76 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 60 min drive T: 07 4087 2000 W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mantra Tree Tops Resort & Spa A: 316 Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas 300 60 min drive T: 07 4030 4333 W: www.mantraresorts.com.au

Mandalay & Shalimar Luxury Beachfront A: Cnr Garrick & Beryl Streets, Port Douglas 36 60 min drive Apartments T: 07 4099 0100 E: [email protected] W: www.mandalay.com.au

Mowbray by the Sea Holiday Apartments A: 36 Mowbray Street, Port Douglas 16 60 min drive T: 07 4099 4599 E: [email protected] W: www.mowbraybythesea.com.au

Oaks Lagoons A: Cnr Langley Rd & Port Douglas Sts, Port Douglas 44 60 min drive T: 07 4030 4666 E: [email protected] W: www.peppers.com.au/Bale-Resort

Peppers Balé Resort A: 1 Balé Drive, Port Douglas 25 60 min drive T: 07 4084 3000 E: [email protected] W: www.theoaksgroup.com.au

Port Douglas Apartments A: 63 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas 16 60 min drive T: 07 4099 6199 E: [email protected] W: www.port-apts.com.au Port Douglas Beachfront Terraces A: 17 The Esplanade, Port Douglas 17 60 min drive T: 07 4099 5397 E: [email protected] W: www.portdouglasterrace.com

Port Douglas Coral Apartments A: 11 Blake Street, Port Douglas 20 60 min drive T: 07 4099 6116 E: [email protected] W: www.portdouglascoralapartments.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Port Douglas Daintree Tourism Association www.pddt.com.au

HOTELS IN PORT DOUGLAS (continued) Walking Hotel Contact Details Rooms Distance Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel A: 9-13 The Esplanade, Port Douglas 34 60 min drive T: 07 4099 9100 E: [email protected] W: www.peninsulahotel.com.au

Rydges Sabaya Resort, Port Douglas A: 89-109 Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas 192 60 min drive T: 07 4099 8900 E: [email protected] W: www.rydges.com/portdouglas

Sea Temple Port Douglas A: Mitre Street, Port Douglas 194 60 min drive T: 07 4084 3500 E: [email protected] W: http://portdouglas.seatemple.com.au

Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort A: Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas 294 60 min drive T: 07 4099 5888 E: [email protected] W: www.sheraton-mirage.com

Sunseeker Port Douglas A: 7 Garrick Street, Port Douglas 7 60 min drive T: 07 4099 5055 E: [email protected] W: www.sunseeker-port-douglas.com.au

Thala Beach Resort A: Private Beach Road, Port Douglas 85 60 min drive T: 07 4098 5700 E: [email protected] W: www.thalabeach.com.au

The Meridian Port Douglas A: 15-17 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 33 60 min drive T: 07 4084 2400 E: [email protected] W: www.portdouglasmeridian.com

Tropical Reef Port Douglas A: 10 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 17 60 min drive T: 07 99 5533 E: [email protected] W: www.tropicalreef.com.au

Tropic Sands Port Douglas A: 21 Davidson Street, Port Douglas 14 60 min drive T: 07 4099 4533 E: [email protected] W: www.tropicsands.com.au

For a wider selection of accommodation, visit Port Douglas Daintree Tourism Association www.pddt.com.au

DESTINATION CAIRNS MARKETING Managing Your Ground Arrangements in Cairns

Company Background

As the Tropical North’s most experienced Destination Management Company, the team at Destination Cairns Marketing are on hand to offer our local expertise to assist you in the planning and implementation of Your Event in Cairns.

Destination Cairns Marketing Pty Ltd (DCM) is a Cairns owned and operated Travel Company, established in 1986. DCM is a licensed travel agent (TAG977), shareholders of TTNQ, members of TQ, ATEC, PCPA, & the Australia Travel Compensation Fund. With over 65 tour desk operations under our management, and an accommodation division that incorporates over 100 hand selected properties in Tropical North Queensland, we have the local knowledge, contacts, and expertise to ensure that Your Event is a success.

Our Services

We have established ourselves as the leading Destination Management Company in the Cairns and Tropical North Region. We are not a PCO. Rather, we work with Professional Conference Organisers and Meeting and Event planners to bring together all of the local expertise and management functions required to make an event in Cairns a success. We can assist with all of the following:

On the Ground Solutions Online Solutions • Accommodation management for your delegates and • WEBSITE HOSTING for Your Event including online dignitaries delegate registration management, accommodation • Pre-event site inspections, familiarisations and and tour bookings, and social function registration. All destination planning advice in our secure encrypted payment portal • Professional support services, delegate registrations & • VIRTUAL TOUR DESK on Your Event website on site secretariat functions http://pco.standbycairns.com . Allows your delegates • Pre and post touring options and itinerary planning to access and book from our enormous range of local • Partner programs (simple to unique itineraries) tours and attractions by way of a Virtual Tour Desk link • Transfer coordination (individual and group from your own website. Transactions are managed movements) securely by DCM and referral commissions are payable • Meet & greet services (VIP’s and Dignitaries) to the conference Organiser. • On site hospitality and tour desk service • LAST MINUTE ACCOMMODATION – Link to our last minute accommodation inventory at www.standbycairns.com for those delegates who miss your release back deadlines

Who uses our Services?

Professional Conference Organisers use our local Destination Management functions and expertise to assist the planning of their Event. This allows cost savings on Communications, Travel, Accommodation, and other Staffing Costs associated with managing an Event in Cairns. Due to our local buying power we are able to negotiate attractive commissionable arrangements.

Internal Event Co-ordinators and Committees who do not require a fully functional Conference Organiser but require assistance with all or some of the above services.

Incentive and Reward travel buyers who seek our local knowledge in putting together specific incentive programs for their clients/staff. In many cases we work in conjunction with a range of our allied service providers (Event Companies, Caterers, and Theming Experts) to provide a seamless and comprehensive destination service.

Corporate and Association Clients who require miscellaneous support services for their isolated or adhoc events.

Address: 36 Aplin Street, PO Box 5124, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Phone: +61 74040 7570 Fax: +61 74031 0701

Email: [email protected] Website: www.cairnsconferences.com.au

Inspire….Teamwork Invigorate…New Energy Indulge…In the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef

Full Day Touring Options --- Ex CairnCairnssss Great Barrier Reef Adventure (Ref: SUN) The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is yours to experience when you cruise to a luxury pontoon on the Outer Reef. Floating like an island in a coral sea, the modern platform provides the ultimate in facilities for reef viewing and relaxation in all weather and wind conditions. The platform has tables for you to enjoy lunch, undercover seating, fresh water showers and change rooms to allow you to enjoy your day. Your day includes:include s:s:s: Cruise to the Outer Barrier Reef Pontoon 4 ½ hours on the Outer Barrier Reef Hot & Cold Buffet Lunch with Seafood Morning & Afternoon Tea Coral viewing from a Semi-submersible and Glass Bottom Boat Snorkelling equipment Underwater observatory Reef presentation Departure time Return time 10.00 17.30

K u r a n d a S y k r a i l & K u r a n d a S c e n i c T r a i n (Ref: DUT VSQ) A great day awaits you, as you embark on a fascinating journey to the famous Kuranda Village. Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, the world’s most beautiful rainforest experience for your journey up to Kuranda. You will have a couple of hour’s free time to explore this quaint little ‘village in the rainforest’. Activities and sights to see and do include The Heritage Markets, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Birdworld (at own expense). On your return journey to Cairns enjoy the Kuranda Scenic Train. Wind through hand hewn tunnels, across bridges and around curves on the world famous Railway. Your day includes: Complimentary return transfers from your Cairns accommodation One way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Free time to explore Kuranda One way Kuranda Scenic Train Add Gold Class Train upgrade for $45 per person (max 42 guests per departure for Gold Class) Add Tjapukai by Day for $36 per person Add Rainforestation for $41 per person

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 10.00 17.15

Touring options compiled by Destination Cairns Marketing. Phone: +61 7 4040 7570 Fax: +61 7 4031 0701 Email: [email protected]

Inspire…. Teamwork Invigorate… New Energy Indulge… In the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef

Upolu Cay & Oyster Reef (Ref: OSC) Upolu Cay is a naturally formed sand island situated 16 nautical miles from Cairns on the Great Barrier Reef. Oyster Reef, which is located only a short distance from Upolu Cay, also provides divers & snorkellers with clear, shallow waters & an abundance of marine life. The Upolu Cay Cruise offers the perfect destination with protected, shallow waters to enjoy snorkelling & swimming. Be as active or relaxed as you like - try your first ever scuba dive, or for the certified diver, enjoy being guided by our qualified instructors on some of the best dive sites on the reef. Your day includes: Morning & Afternoon Teas Tropical Smorgasbord Lunch with Seafood Use of all Snorkelling Equipment Glass Bottom Boat tour Free Introductory Dive (subject to availability) Complimentary glass of champagne

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 07.30 17.00

C a p e T r i b u l a t i o n & B l o o m f i e l d T r a c k 4 W D S a f a r i (Ref: BILL TEA) For a 'Total Rainforest Experience' a naturalist guide will drive you north in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle to the Daintree National Park and World Heritage Cape Tribulation and beyond to the 4WD Bloomfield Track. This is where the ‘Rainforest meets the reef’ as the Tropical Rainforests merges with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. Your day includes: Complimentary return transfers from your Cairns accommodation 1 hour Daintree River Cruise & morning tea Alexandra Range Lookout Guided National Park walks National Park elevated boardwalk Hand feed Kangaroos Tropical BBQ lunch Afternoon Tea at & optional fresh water swim Emmagen Creek Cable Ferry Crossing

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 07.10 18.30

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Inspire…. Teamwork Invigorate… New Energy Indulge… In the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef

GreaGreatt Barrier Reef Adventure (Ref: DSDD) Travel to the Outer Barrier Reef in air conditioned comfort aboard one of the most comfortable, satat of the art catamarans in Cairns. Snorkel at two different locations on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef include Norman, Saxon and Hastings Reefs and offer outstanding underwater visibility, superb coral formations and abundant, colourful marine life. Your day includes: Return transfers from Cairns / Northern Beaches 2 dive locations, weather permitting Morning & Afternoon teas Hot & Cold Lunch Quality snorkelling equipment including stinger suits Guided snorkelling tours Optional extras: Introductory dive x1 $60.00 Introductory dives x2 $100.00 Certified dive including guide $95.00 Pick up time Return time 8.30 16.30

TablelaTablelands,nds, Waterfalls & Spanish Castles (Ref: DUT VATS) Enjoy a full day out taking in the magnificent Cairns Highlands, waterfalls, rainforests including the infamous Curtain Fig Tree, and Paronella Park (Spanish Castle ruins). You will also enjoy a delicious Devonshire Tea at the historically restored Lake Barrine Teahouse before embarking on a cruise of the lake. See Tropical North Queensland from a different perspective with this sensitive and ecologically focused tour. Your day includes: Complimentary hotel pick-up from your Cairns accommodation Lake Barrine Traditional Devonshire Tea Wildlife Cruise on the volcanic crater lake Curtain Fig Tree Lunch Millaa Millaa Falls & World Heritage Rainforest Guided tour of Paronella Park Babinda Boulders All national park fees Pick up time Est. Drop off time 07.00 17.30

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Inspire…. Teamwork Invigorate… New Energy Indulge… In the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef

W hhh i ttt eee W aaa ttt eee rrr RRR aaa fff ttt i nnn ggg (Ref: RT) If you want the ultimate in rafting, you want an unforgettable day on the Tully River. The Tully is Australia’s most famous one-day white water rafting experience. It’s the North’s guaranteed white water, white knuckle adventure. Tropical North Queensland is renowned for the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Rainforest. Without doubt it is the world’s extreme adventure capital – especially for white water rafting. Your day includes: Air-conditioned, video equipped, coach transfers from you Cairns accommodation Safety equipment – life jacket, helmet and spray jacket Rafting through more than 45 rapids Raft through World Heritage Rainforest Riverside BBQ lunch

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 06.30 18.30

Deep Sea Fishing (Ref: FtT) The new 8 metre custom-built vessel ‘Reef Runner 1’ offers a fast and comfortable ride to inshore blue water reefs and wrecks. Using the latest high quality Shimano & Penn outfits for an array of light tackle sports fishing including trolling, live-baiting, bottom fishing & high speed jigging. We target a huge range of species including mackerel, trevally, nannygai, coral trout, jacks, red emperor and tuna. ‘Reef Runner 1’ features a full-shade canopy, padded seating, huge esky, toilet, stereo, live-bait tanks, full safety gear & the latest electronic equipment. Our top guide will give you the benefit of his many years of local experience for a unique fishing adventure and a day you’ll never forget. Maximum of 6 passengers Your day includes: Light refreshments Light lunch Friendly knowledgeable guides Wide range of fishing sites Your catch cleaned and chilled All bait and Tackle

Departure Time Return Time 07.00 16.00

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P o r t D o u g l a s (Ref: BTS) Port Douglas, a unique Far North Queensland holiday destination, is located just 75minutes north of Cairns along the famous Captain Cook Highway. The Journey from Cairns winds through breathtaking views of the Macalister Range and the Coral Sea Coast. The professional driver guides will be delighted to point out landmarks, answer queries and provide background information on places of interest. Once in Port Douglas you are free to enjoy Four Mile Beach, Look outs and the town’s colourful shops, galleries, marina and award winning restaurants before your return journey. Your day includes: Complimentary pick up and return to your holiday accommodation Air conditioned coach transfer with professional driver guide

Dep arture Times Return Times 07.00 16.15 09.00 17.30 10.00 18.15

Frankland Islands Paradise (Ref: FRKS) The Frankland Islands offer visitors the unique experience of abundant marine life and untouched beauty on The Great Barrier Reef. These are uninhabited islands, with uninhibited beauty. The island’s pristine waters are a coral haven for snorkelling and diving. Visitors share the immaculate reef with green sea turtles, tropical fish and giant clams. While leisurely guided island walks take you through rainforests, rock pools and along secluded sandy beaches. You can satisfy your appetite when you dine under a canopy of trees with our tropical buffet lunch including prawns, fresh salads and tropical fruits . Your day includes: Return transfers from your Cairns accommodation Morning & Afternoon Teas Fresh tropical lunch Use of all Snorkelling equipment including protection suit Guided Snorkelling Tour Reef & Island interpretation by a Marine Naturalist Coral viewing tour from our semi-submersible vessel Guided island walk and informative environmental commentary Pick up time Est. Drop off time 07.30 17.30

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Inspire…. Teamwork Invigorate… New Energy Indulge… In the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef

Low Isles ––– Wavedancer (Ref: QUI) Set like a jewel inside acres of secluded coral gardens, Low Isles offers everything you can dream of in a tropical island paradise. From the moment your luxury catamaran moors in the calm waters of the island’s picturesque lagoon, a host of reef activities awaits you Your day includes: Luxury sailing catamaran for the day Return transfers to your Cairns accommodation Morning & Afternoon Teas Informative Reef Presentation All Snorkelling equipment Underwater observatory fish and coral viewing Tropical smorgasbord lunch Glass bottom boat coral viewing Marine Biologist guided beach walk Guided snorkelling trips with Marine Biologist Environmental Management Charge

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 08.30 17.30

4WD Rainforest Experience (Wildlife Eco Safaris) Experience North Queensland from a different perspective with our 100% unique itinerary 4WD Rainforest and Wildlife Eco safari. We take you away from the usual mass market touristy areas into a spectacular and ancient wilderness wonderland. Here you will find no other crowds or vehicles, no sealed roads, but the genuine “Land of the Giants”, as we discover the largest and most ancient rainforest trees and plants in the world. Some of which date back over 300 million years, not seen by most regular tours, in the high altitude World Heritage Tropical Highlands Rainforest just west of the coast. Your Tour Includes: • Air conditioned 4WD vehicles • Informative personalised guided tour • Real 4WD world heritage rainforest and bush tracks • “Restricted Access Only” areas • Wildlife spotting • Morning Tea & Ploughman’s Lunch in tranquil surrounds • Swim in picturesque lakes, rivers & rock pools • 2 hours free time to explore Cooktown

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 08.00 17.30

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Inspire…. Teamwork Invigorate… New Energy Indulge… In the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef

Half Day Touring Options --- Ex Cairns

KKK uuu rrr aaa nnn ddd aaa SSS yyy kkk rrr aaa i lll RRR aaa i nnn fff ooo rrr eee sss ttt CCC aaa bbb lll eee www aaa yyy (Ref: TRK NTH) A great day awaits you, as you embark on a fascinating journey to the famous Kuranda Village. You will have a couple of hour’s free time in Kuranda to explore this quaint little ‘village in the rainforest’. Activities and sights to see and do include The Heritage Markets, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Birdworld (at own expense). On your return journey to Cairns, board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, the world’s most beautiful rainforest experience.

Your day includes: Complimentary return transfers from your Cairns accommodation Coach transfer to Kuranda Village Free time to explore Kuranda Return by Rainforest Cableway

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 11:45 17:15

G r e e n I s l a n d (Ref: BIG Pak5) Green Island is a beautiful 6000 year old coral cay. Part of a protected Marine Park, Green Island is readily identified from the air by its emerald rainforest surrounded by white sandy beaches and beautiful coral reefs. Discover the fascinating underwater world among the coral reefs surrounding Green Island where you will see an endless variety of colourful fish, turtles, giant clams, starfish, shells, anemones, eels, sponges, sea urchins and many more incredible marine creatures. Green Island is the perfect place to snorkel, scuba dive, swim all year round, view the coral and fish life from the comfort of a glass bottom boat or semi-submersible or just relax on the sandy beaches.

Your day includes: Return ferry transfers to Green Island Choice of Snorkelling equipment or Glass Bottom Boat Use of resort facilities

Departure time Return time 08.45 13.00 13.00 17.00

Touring options compiled by Destination Cairns Marketing. Phone: +61 7 4040 7551 Fax: +61 7 4031 0701 Email: [email protected]

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T j a p u k a i A b o r i g i n a l C u l t u r a l P a r k (Ref: TJAS+LUN)

Visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Park and you’ll enter a magical, mystical world. For the first time an entire park has been dedicated to preserving and presenting authentic culture with the aid of most modern technology. Five theatres, a museum, an art gallery and a traditional camp combine to give visitors complete and meaningful glimpse of our rich ancient culture .

Your day includes: Return transfers to your Cairns accommodation Entry to all park attractions Sumptuous buffet Lunch

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 08.30 13.00

* Bus departs Cairns every hour until 12:00 * Bus depart Tjapukai every hour from 12:00

H o r s e r i d i n g (Ref: BLAZ) Experience a leisurely ride through the rainforest and bushland to reach breathtaking views of the ocean, islands and the beaches. Our horses have a friendly nature and will be matched to each rider’s experience and ability. Both beginners and experienced riders are catered for.

Your day includes: Return transfers to your Cairns accommodation Aussie "Smoko"- tea/coffee and traditional damper Professional & Friendly Crew All Safety equipment and safety briefing ‘Safe rider’ safety stirrups Lunch / Afternoon tea upon return

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 08.00 12.45 13.00 17.45

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H a r t l e y ’ s C r o c o d i l e A d v e n t u r e s (Ref: DUT HCPM) The best place to see crocodiles in Tropical North Queensland. Experience a unique eco- adventure by boat on Hartley’s Lagoon including pole feeding of salt water crocodiles. Witness the croc attack show, water birds, snakes, turtles and cassowaries.

Your day includes: Return transfers to your Cairns accommodation Entry to Hartley’s Creek Crocodile Adventures Snake show Wetlands crocodile cruise Crocodile attack show Cassowary feeding Koala feeding

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 12.00 17.00

H o t A i r B a l l o o n i n g (Ref: HOT C30) Your Balloon gently floats above the tips of blue gums and paper bark trees, with wide open spaces of the Tropical Tablelands below, you will experience unrivalled panoramic views as the sunrises. Spot kangaroos, local bird-life & wildlife with interpretive commentary from your pilot.

Your day includes: Return transfers from your Cairns accommodation 30 minute flight in one of our unique Australiana balloons Complimentary Flight Certificate Breakfast – Hot Breakfast Buffet & Champagne Professional & Friendly Crew

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 05:00 10:00

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O u t e r B a r r i e r R e e f F l y / C r u i s e (Ref: RM HELI) Fly past Cairns City and along the rainforest coastline to Yarrabah then over the lush tropical Fitzroy Island with its fringing reef en-route to picturesque Moore Reef via Sudbury Cay. You’ll be amazed by the variety of marine life on the Outer Great Barrier Reef as you spend the afternoon on the Outer Barrier Reef. Your day includes: Return transfers from your Cairns accommodation Spectacular scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef Morning or Afternoon teas Delicious Buffet Lunch Coral viewing from a Semi-submersible craft & glass bottom boat Snorkelling equipment Underwater observatory Cruise back to Cairns

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 11.00 17.15

W h i t e W a t e r R a f t i n g (Ref: FOAM)

The Barron River is North Queensland’s most exciting half day tour. Feel the rush of white water rafting within the awesome wilderness of Australia’s tropical rainforests. A great fun filed introduction to rafting with rapids graded two to three.

Your day includes: Return transfers to your Cairns accommodaton Up 2 hours of rafting Safety equipment – life jacket, helmut and spray jacket Action Photo

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 13.00 17.00

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E s t u a r y F i s h i n g (Ref: FISH) The open waters, creeks and deep channels of the Cairns Estuary System are a paradise for anglers and fishermen alike. Cairns-Trinity Inlet is a State Marine Park; this natural habitat has numerous deep holes, mudflats, snags, and drop-offs making it a great location to catch a variety of fish species. The Cairns Estuary area has over 100kms of waterways just at our backdoor. Common species of fish caught when Fishing in Cairns Inlet are Fingermark, Mangrove Jack, Estuary Cod, Grunter (Javelin Fish), Salmon, Queen Fish (Queenies), GT's (Trevally), Thread Fin Salmon, Bream, Mud Crabs and 'Every Cairns fisherman’s dream' ... The Barramundi!!

Your day includes: Bait and Tackle Quality Rods and Penn Reels Morning or afternoon tea Selection of soft drinks and tea & coffee

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 07.30 12.00 13.00 17.30

G ooo lll fff (Ref: Koala) The Paradise Palms Golf Course was designed by Australian Champion Graham Marsh and is a resort style Golf Course. It features 6 lakes and 94 bunkers, and really is a golfer’s paradise. Surrounded by lush gardens, trees, lakes and mountains, it is one of the best maintained courses in Australia. A challenging design for even the professionals. Beginners are also welcome.

Your day includes: Return transfers to your Cairns accommodaton 18 hole green fees Motorised Cart Driver/guide Porterage Pro shop check-in and tee off service Starter Kit (balls, tees & water bottle)

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 07.30 13.00

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A l l T e r r a i n V e h i c l e S a f a r i (Ref: BLAZ)

This is not for the faint hearted…Picture this, your zooming along our rainforest and adventure trails that zig zag their way across a property with friends, family and other fun loving people on your very own four wheeled motor bike! Feel the thrill as you cruise your way up the steep hills, through the rivers and over the rough beaten tracks- a true adventure. All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are ultra maneuverable and as safe as possible.

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 08.00 12.45 13.00 17.45

T a n d e m S k y d i v e (Ref: TAN) Tropical Far North is the ultimate location for your first Tandem Skydive and your ultimate adventure. A beach jump offers spectacular views out to Hinchinbrook, Dunk Island, Mission Beach and of course the Great Barrier Reef. A tandem skydive is the best way to experience all the thrills of skydiving with the comfort and safety of having a qualified instructor with you to operate the parachute and control the descent. Experience two minute free fall with 14000ft jump, the maximum height. Your day includes: Courtesy Return transfers to your accommodation 14,000 ft tandem beach jump Jump certificate Safety equipment and briefing

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 08.00 13.00 11.00 16.00 Touring options compiled by Destination Cairns Marketing. Phone: +61 7 4040 7551 Fax: +61 7 4031 0701 Email: [email protected]

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B u n g y J u m p (Ref: AJ Hackett) The tower dominates the pristine jungle with its powerful presence. The 50 metre high Cairns Bungy Tower is situated 15 km north of Cairns & is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest with panoramic views out to The Great Barrier Reef. For over 17 years this tower of power has been the ultimate altar on which to sacrifice one's fear. Hundreds of thousands of people from just about every nation on earth have made the pilgrimage to this Bungy Mecca.

Your day includes: Courtesy Return transfers to your accommodation 50 metres Rainforest Bungy Jump

Pick up time Est. Drop off time 09.00 11.00

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Touring options compiled by Destination Cairns Marketing. Phone: +61 7 4040 7551 Fax: +61 7 4031 0701 Email: [email protected]

Inspire…. Teamwork Invigorate… New Energy Indulge… In the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef