{"id":214,"date":"2024-02-19T09:16:41","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T09:16:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/?page_id=214"},"modified":"2024-08-20T13:48:09","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T13:48:09","slug":"all-the-details","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/welcome-to-oeglobal-2024\/all-the-details\/","title":{"rendered":"Plan: All the details you need"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The City: Brisbane \u2022<em> Meanjin<\/em>, Queensland<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong><em>Galang Nguruindhau! Hello! G\u2019Day!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The City<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brisbane is Queensland\u2019s thriving subtropical capital city.&nbsp; Home to industry-leading research and globally acclaimed event facilities with nature on its doorstep, Brisbane has everything you need to connect, ignite innovation and build lasting legacies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With its idyllic subtropical climate, compact layout, and location in the heart of Australia\u2019s premier tourist region, Brisbane presents the ideal setting for delegates to enjoy a microcosm of Australia\u2019s iconic experiences. World heritage-listed rainforests, amazing beaches, islands, wineries and the internationally famous <a href=\"https:\/\/australiazoo.com.au\/\">Australia Zoo<\/a> &#8211; home of the Crocodile Hunter &#8211; and <a href=\"https:\/\/lonepinekoalasanctuary.com\/\">Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary<\/a> are all easily accessible within an hour of the city. You can even do day trips to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.australia.com\/en\/places\/cairns-and-surrounds\/guide-to-the-great-barrier-reef.html\">Great Barrier Reef<\/a> from Brisbane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div aria-label=\"Carousel Gallery\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-gallery-carousel alignfull coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"fadeIn\"><div class=\"coblocks-gallery-carousel-swiper-container is-cropped coblocks-gallery has-border-radius-8 has-caption-style-dark has-horizontal-gutter has-no-thumbnails\"><div class=\"has-carousel has-carousel-xlrg swiper-container\" data-swiper=\"{&quot;alignCells&quot;:false,&quot;autoPlay&quot;:true,&quot;autoPlaySpeed&quot;:&quot;4000&quot;,&quot;draggable&quot;:true,&quot;freeMode&quot;:false,&quot;loop&quot;:true,&quot;navigation&quot;:true,&quot;pageDots&quot;:false,&quot;pauseHover&quot;:true,&quot;responsiveHeight&quot;:false,&quot;slidesPerView&quot;:1,&quot;thumbnails&quot;:false,&quot;uuid&quot;:&quot;12345&quot;}\" style=\"height:600px\"><div class=\"swiper-wrapper\"><div class=\"swiper-slide\"><div class=\"coblocks-gallery--item\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"><figure class=\"coblocks-gallery--figure has-margin-left-5 has-margin-left-mobile-5 has-margin-right-5 has-margin-right-mobile-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-361\" data-id=\"361\" data-link=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/welcome-to-oeglobal-2024\/all-the-details\/326404-three-business-people-walking-on-a-bridge-and-a-cyclist-passing-by_brisbane-city\/\" src=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/326404-three-business-people-walking-on-a-bridge-and-a-cyclist-passing-by_brisbane-city-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/326404-three-business-people-walking-on-a-bridge-and-a-cyclist-passing-by_brisbane-city-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/326404-three-business-people-walking-on-a-bridge-and-a-cyclist-passing-by_brisbane-city-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/326404-three-business-people-walking-on-a-bridge-and-a-cyclist-passing-by_brisbane-city-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/326404-three-business-people-walking-on-a-bridge-and-a-cyclist-passing-by_brisbane-city-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/326404-three-business-people-walking-on-a-bridge-and-a-cyclist-passing-by_brisbane-city.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><figcaption class=\"coblocks-gallery--caption coblocks-gallery--primary-caption\">Three business people walking on a bridge and a cyclist passing by brisbane-cityBrisbane City (Photo by Jesse Smith)<\/figcaption><\/div><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\"><div class=\"coblocks-gallery--item\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"1\"><figure class=\"coblocks-gallery--figure has-margin-left-5 has-margin-left-mobile-5 has-margin-right-5 has-margin-right-mobile-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-360\" data-id=\"360\" data-link=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/welcome-to-oeglobal-2024\/all-the-details\/50315721971_04bdc801c2_k\/\" src=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/50315721971_04bdc801c2_k-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/50315721971_04bdc801c2_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/50315721971_04bdc801c2_k-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/50315721971_04bdc801c2_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/50315721971_04bdc801c2_k-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/50315721971_04bdc801c2_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><figcaption class=\"coblocks-gallery--caption coblocks-gallery--primary-caption\">Story Bridge, Brisbane (Steven Penton\u2019s photo, licensed as CC-BY)<\/figcaption><\/div><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\"><div class=\"coblocks-gallery--item\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"2\"><figure class=\"coblocks-gallery--figure has-margin-left-5 has-margin-left-mobile-5 has-margin-right-5 has-margin-right-mobile-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-359\" data-id=\"359\" data-link=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/welcome-to-oeglobal-2024\/all-the-details\/25782661394_99474c6473_k\/\" src=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/25782661394_99474c6473_k-1024x576.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/25782661394_99474c6473_k-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/25782661394_99474c6473_k-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/25782661394_99474c6473_k-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/25782661394_99474c6473_k-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/25782661394_99474c6473_k.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><figcaption class=\"coblocks-gallery--caption coblocks-gallery--primary-caption\">Brisbane (Colin Adland\u2019s photo, licensed as CC-BY-NC-ND)<\/figcaption><\/div><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\"><div class=\"coblocks-gallery--item\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"3\"><figure class=\"coblocks-gallery--figure has-margin-left-5 has-margin-left-mobile-5 has-margin-right-5 has-margin-right-mobile-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-358\" data-id=\"358\" data-link=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/welcome-to-oeglobal-2024\/all-the-details\/327956-story-bridge-with-red-lights-over-howard-smith-wharves\/\" src=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327956-story-bridge-with-red-lights-over-howard-smith-wharves-1024x682.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327956-story-bridge-with-red-lights-over-howard-smith-wharves-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327956-story-bridge-with-red-lights-over-howard-smith-wharves-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327956-story-bridge-with-red-lights-over-howard-smith-wharves-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327956-story-bridge-with-red-lights-over-howard-smith-wharves-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327956-story-bridge-with-red-lights-over-howard-smith-wharves.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><figcaption class=\"coblocks-gallery--caption coblocks-gallery--primary-caption\">Story Bridge with red lights over Howard Smith Wharves (Photo by Richard Greenwood)<\/figcaption><\/div><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide\"><div class=\"coblocks-gallery--item\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"4\"><figure class=\"coblocks-gallery--figure has-margin-left-5 has-margin-left-mobile-5 has-margin-right-5 has-margin-right-mobile-5\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-357\" data-id=\"357\" data-link=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/welcome-to-oeglobal-2024\/all-the-details\/327962-overlooking-the-city-at-dusk\/\" src=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327962-overlooking-the-city-at-dusk-1024x682.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327962-overlooking-the-city-at-dusk-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327962-overlooking-the-city-at-dusk-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327962-overlooking-the-city-at-dusk-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327962-overlooking-the-city-at-dusk-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/327962-overlooking-the-city-at-dusk.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><figcaption class=\"coblocks-gallery--caption coblocks-gallery--primary-caption\">Overlooking the city at dusk (Photo by Richard Greenwood)<\/figcaption><\/div><\/div><\/div><button class=\"nav-button__prev\" id=\"12345-prev\"><svg class=\"icon\" style=\"transform:rotate(180deg)\"><\/svg><\/button><button class=\"nav-button__next\" id=\"12345-next\"><svg class=\"icon\"><\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fal fa-hotel\"><\/i> Accommodation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are more than 260 hotels and over 20,000 accommodation rooms in Brisbane. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rydges.com\/accommodation\/brisbane-qld\/brisbane-south-bank\/\">Rydges Hotel<\/a>, a 305-room hotel, is directly linked to BCEC, while 48 of the 230 hotels are within 2km or short walking distance of BCEC. Hotels are affordable by world standards and range from five-star to serviced apartments and budget-type accommodations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;69cff9d5bc1f5&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"69cff9d5bc1f5\" class=\"wp-block-image has-lightbox wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/pf79qvYL-W4DyYztY5t1eWX6NF8PSWy6lSDzJ1qpT7DGipcwXB-f_qB5k8aRZ1majcnUjbdJix_5JbSW6u6eXh53t8F0EsMrcvkdSIQGxnIHzNDpemNAIfXxByFKuFLK41SBq9i3CtSwZCqwCKblP6Q\" alt=\"\"\/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><i class=\"fasl fa-ticket-airline\"><\/i> Travel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brisbane&#8217;s award-winning airport and superior infrastructure provide a smooth and warm welcome to Brisbane for visiting delegates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Brisbane: Brisbane International Airport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fasl fa-plane-arrival\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bne.com.au\/\">Brisbane Airport<\/a> has two major terminals accommodating 23 airlines flying to 74 domestic and international destinations. With excellent access to the Asia Pacific, Europe, and the USA, delegates are offered the optimum flexible travel itineraries. Operating 24 hours a day, Brisbane Airport is just a 20-minute drive from the city and the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">How to travel from Brisbane International Airport<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fas fa-train-tunnel\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>Train<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airtrain.com.au\/\">The Airtrain<\/a> is a quick and easy option for getting to the city from the airport. Brisbane Airport to Brisbane City takes just 20 minutes. Train services run every 15 minutes during peak times and every 30 minutes off-peak periods. Airtrain connects to the Queensland Rail suburban network. At the<strong> International Terminal<\/strong>,<strong> <\/strong>take the travellator or lift to Level 3 of the Terminal building and follow the signs to the station.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fas fa-taxi\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>Taxis<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Passengers can expect to pay AUS$45 &#8211; AUS$55 (one way for a trip from the airport to Brisbane City). It is approximately a 20-minute drive from the airport to the city outside peak periods.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fas fa-cars\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>Uber and RideShares<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Brisbane Airport offers rideshare pick-up services from Uber, Didi, Ola, and Sheba. Order your rideshare using your preferred app and follow the signs to the designated Rideshare Booking areas to meet with your driver. From the <strong>International Terminal<\/strong>,<strong> <\/strong>Level 2, take the lift or escalator down to Level 1, follow the Rideshare Booking signs towards the open-air car park on the left as you exit the Terminal building (towards the city).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fass fa-van-shuttle\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>Shuttle: Con-x-ion<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Con-x-ion operates door-to-door transfers to and from Brisbane Airport from both Terminals to dozens of locations around Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast. To book, visit the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.con-x-ion.com\/services\/brisbane-airport-transfers\"> Con-X-ion website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide\">Public transport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Brisbane has an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.australia.com\/en\/places\/brisbane-and-surrounds\/getting-around-brisbane.html\">extensive public transport system<\/a> of buses, trains, taxis and the city&#8217;s high-speed scenic river catamaran service. You can plan travel using the <a href=\"https:\/\/translink.com.au\/\">Translink website<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/jp.translink.com.au\/plan-your-journey\/journey-planner\">Journey Planner<\/a> tool to map your route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the TransLink <a href=\"https:\/\/gocard.translink.com.au\/webtix\/\">Go Card<\/a> (transit card) to access this network. The card enables seamless travel across various transport options. The venue, Brisbane Convention &amp; Exhibition Centre (BCEC), is central to several major transport hubs. You can purchase a Go Card at a <a href=\"https:\/\/translink.com.au\/tickets-and-fares\/go-card\/locations?_gl=1*1eb4xeu*_ga*MTU5ODE0ODIyMC4xNzA4NDc2NzIx*_ga_NLE4MSLLSR*MTcwODQ3NjcyMS4xLjEuMTcwODQ3Njg2OC4wLjAuMA..\">range of locations<\/a> within Brisbane upon arrival, including <a href=\"https:\/\/translink.com.au\/tickets-and-fares\/go-card\/locations\/412\/details\">Brisbane Airport<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t acquired a Go Card, purchase pre-paid paper tickets at the stations and fare machines <em>before<\/em> boarding a bus, train, or ferry service. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-custom-blue-100-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-86dba5ee wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.5), 1.15rem);\"><i class=\"fass fa-lightbulb-on\"><\/i> Top travel tip<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to use a credit card, debit card, or mobile device instead of a Go Card, use the same payment method when tapping on and off.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fass fa-train-tunnel\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>Rail<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Brisbane\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.queenslandrail.com.au\/forcustomers\/stations-and-maps\/maps\">rail network<\/a> is a great way to visit attractions across the city and reach the surrounding suburbs. Use the<a href=\"https:\/\/jp.translink.com.au\/plan-your-journey\/journey-planner\"> Journey Planner<\/a> tool to map your route.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fass fa-bus-simple\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>Bus<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The bus network is an efficient way of hopping around Brisbane and its neighbourhoods. The free<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au\/traffic-and-transport\/public-transport\/buses\/city-centre-free-loops\"> City Loop and Spring Hill Loop<\/a> bus services operate in the city centre. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au\/traffic-transport\/public-transport\/buses\/cityglider-bus-services\">CityGlider<\/a> bus services pass through the city centre on two routes: from West End to Teneriffe and from Ashgrove to Coorparoo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fass fa-ferry\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em><strong>Ferries<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ferries are a popular way to get around as the Brisbane River cuts through the centre of Brisbane. The free<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au\/traffic-and-transport\/public-transport\/citycat-and-ferry-services\/cityhopper\"> CityHopper ferry<\/a> operates between North Quay terminal in <a href=\"https:\/\/visit.brisbane.qld.au\/places-to-go\/inner-city\/south-bank\">South Bank<\/a> and Sydney Street wharf in New Farm. Use a Go Card to catch the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au\/traffic-and-transport\/public-transport\/citycat-and-ferry-services\/citycat-and-ferry-terminal-locations\"> CityCat ferry<\/a>, which will take you to attractions like<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatstreetmarkets.com\/\"> Eat Street Northshore<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au\/things-to-see-and-do\/council-venues-and-precincts\/parks\/botanic-gardens-in-brisbane\/city-botanic-gardens\/attractions\">City Botanic Gardens<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><i class=\"fasl fa-passport\"><\/i> Visas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Letter of Invitation for Visa Applications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>International delegates attending the conference will require a visa. The Department of Home Affairs (Australian Government) provides information on visa options for international delegates and accompanying family members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/18dGP3ll2d1jNV35rv3iRZsiM7g_LXfWm\/view?usp=drive_link\">Fact Sheet<\/a> outlines the visa types, eligibility criteria, and links for attendees and speakers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item\"><details><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item__title\">What is the timeline for visa application?<\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p>All delegates and speakers should apply for their visa at least eight (8) weeks before their intended travel date. To allow sufficient time, please submit your application before 1 September 2024. This allows time for applicants to provide additional information for the Department of Home Affairs to support their application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item\"><details><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item__title\">Who do I contact if I need a letter of invitation?<\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p>To request a visa invitation letter, please email <a href=\"mailto:adrian.stagg@usq.edu.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">adrian.stagg@usq.edu.au<\/a> and provide all the following information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete name of conference attendee (as it appears in passport)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of birth (as per passport)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conference attendee\u2019s company and position<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conference attendee\u2019s address and telephone number (both work and home)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The date the conference attendee intends to arrive and leave Australia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item\"><details><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item__title\">Where can I find additional information about visas?<\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-accordion-item__content\">\n<p>This information is outlined on the <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/home\">Australia Immigration website<\/a>. Find out about the <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/evisitor-651\">eVisitor Visa here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Else To Expect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brisbane is Australia&#8217;s only subtropical capital city with an average daily summer temperature of 27 degrees Celsius and an average daily winter temperature of 21 degrees Celsius, ideal for pre- and post-touring and social and leisure activities. Brisbane has more sunny days than Florida and warmer winter days than the Bahamas and offers an idyllic climate during OE Global 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Average November Temperatures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.australia.com\/en\/facts-and-planning\/weather-in-australia\/brisbane-weather.html\">Brisbane in November<\/a> experiences around 9 hours of sunshine a day, with an average temperature of 23 \u2103 \/ 73 \u2109 as the summer season begins. Brisbane has highs of 26 \u2103 \/ 79 \u2109 and lows of 19 \u2103 \/ 66 \u2109.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brisbane\u2019s November rainfall is estimated at 100 mm over 13 rainfall days. The chance of a rainy day increases during November from 26% at the month\u2019s beginning to 31% chance at the month\u2019s end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide\">What to pack&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fass fa-shirt\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clothes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As Brisbane enters summer, pack casual, cool, and comfortable clothing to keep cool in the summer season. Light layers are recommended as it can get cooler at night. Due to the increasing chances of rain, pack some rainproof gear to keep dry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><i class=\"fass fa-outlet\"><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Electronics<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In Australia, the power plug sockets are of type I.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The standard voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz. Travellers from most nations in Asia, Africa, and Europe should have appliances that work on the same main voltage as Australia. You will not need a voltage converter travelling from Japan, the USA, or Canada, which uses 100\/120V 50\/60Hz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/conference.oeglobal.org\/2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Mains-AU-10A-household2-edited-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"An image depicting Type 1 power sockets for Australia. Iamage is File:Mains-AU-10A-household2.JPG by User:Nonvolatil on Wikimedia Commons. 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