Accommodation Information
Special accommodation rates are currently being negotiated by the organisers for the 9th National Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion .
Travel Information
 Melbourne Airport
The Airport is located about 25kms north-west of the city
along the Tullamarine Freeway, which is about a 30 minute
drive from the center of the city. Both direct international
and domestic flights depart from this airport using a single
terminal complex. Melbourne Airport is easily accessible,
with many public and private transport services available.
The airport operates 24hrs a day.
The City Shuttle Bus
Skybus super shuttle is the official carrier from Melbourne
airport to the center of Melbourne. This service operates
for 24hrs and all 7 days a week. This is the quickest and
cheapest way to reach city from the airport. They take about
20 minutes to reach the city from airport. Adult one way
tickets cost $13/Adult open return tickets cost $22.
A family ticket costs $26 one way and a child ticket costs
$5 one way. For more details please visit the website http://www.skybus.com.au/
Taxis
Taxi cabs are available from the ground floor of Melbourne
airport. They take about 30 minutes to reach the city center
and could charge around $35 to $40. All taxis are non smoking.
Rental Cars
All major Australian rental car companies have offices at
the Airport. It is recommended that advance reservations
be made for rental cars at all times. Rental cars can be
booked from aboard most inbound flights. For further information
please refer to http://www.melair.com.au/getting_there/rental_cars.asp
Public Transport
The MET operates Metropolitan tram, train and bus services.
Private bus lines operate co-ordinated services to and from
railway stations and surrounding areas. One Met ticket is
required for all forms of transport. Tickets can be purchased
from train stations, on board trams, buses and from retail
outlets. For more information please visit http://www.victrip.com.au
City Circle Tram
The free city circle tram runs in both directions around
the city center perimeter. The circuit takes 30 minutes,
goes to the door of many City attractions and crosses most
other rail and tramlines. A running commentary is provided
and attendants on board will answer any questions, for further
information please visit http://www.victrip.com.au/city_circle |
