| Brisbane
| Facts about Queensland
| Facts about Australia
| Venue
Brisbane, Queensland,
Australia
Brisbane is Australia’s largest city in
the subtropics, enjoying an enviable climate
of hot, bright summers and warm, mild that makes
any time of the year a good time to visit. Brisbane
is a dynamic destination on the Pacific Rim
– a colourful, sophisticated city with
a youthful, “can do” attitude.
Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland –
Australia’s Smart State, is ideally
located in the northern half of Australia with
excellent international flight connections.
Brisbane is the gateway to Queensland’s
range of tourist options. Endless beaches, indulgent
resorts, rainforest hideaways, islands, the
Great Barrier Reef, prized world heritage areas
and the Outback are all on the doorstep, making
it uniquely located for pre and post conference
touring.
Also, Australia’s stable social and political
environment ensures it is a safe and cost effective
destination. Delegates will experience a friendly
and welcoming environment wherever they travel
in Australia.
The Conference will offer delegates opportunities
to “see Australia in a different light”.
For further information on Brisbane, Queensland
and Australia visit:
www.ourbrisbane.com
www.destinationqueensland.com
www.australia.com
The Conference also coincides with Brisbane’s
famous “Ekka” – the Royal
Queensland Show. For more information on all
the action, visit www.ekka.com.au.
Please note that Wednesday 17 August 2005 is
the ‘Ekka’ Public Holiday in Brisbane.
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Facts
and History about Queensland
Queensland welcomes people from interstate and
overseas with ideas, skills and initiative to
share a quality of life that ranks with the
best in the world. A relaxed lifestyle, affordable
homes and easy commuting make Queensland one
of Australia's most attractive places to live
and work.
With up-to-date technology and services, the
lowest taxes in Australia and plenty of space
to develop and expand, Queensland is the preferred
location for many new businesses each year.
The people of Queensland enjoy an outdoor lifestyle
with world class beaches and waterways, national
parks, rainforests and tropical reefs. Our pleasant
climate (average summer temperatures of 25 degrees
Celsius, average winter temperatures of 15 degrees
Celsius) means that Queenslanders enjoy more
winter sunshine and warmth than most other Australian
states.
Queensland's enviable lifestyle ensures that
its current population of over three million
continues to grow and prosper.
| Area |
1.72 million sq km with 7,400 km of coastline |
| State Capital |
Brisbane |
| Population |
3.8 million |
| Head of Queensland |
Premier Peter Beattie |
| Time |
Brisbane is +10hrs GMT |
| Climate |
Average summer temperatures of 25 degrees
Celsius
Average winter temperatures of 15 degrees
Celsius |
| History |
Want to know more about Queensland’s
history visit http://www.qld.gov.au/about_queensland/history/index.html |
| State Emblems |
Animal – Koala
Bird – Brolga
Flower – Cooktown Orchid
Gem – Sapphire
For more information about Queensland’s
State emblems visit - http://www.qld.gov.au/about_queensland/emblems/index.html |
| Sister States |
The Queensland Government participates
in bilateral Sister State arrangements with
the following governments:
• Province
of Central
Java, Republic of Indonesia (non-government
Internet site)
• Province of
Kyonggi,
Republic of Korea
• Prefecture
of Saitama,
Japan
• Municipality of Shanghai,
People's Republic of China
•
State of South
Carolina, United States of America |
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Facts
and History about Australia
| Area |
7.68 million sq km. Australia is the sixth
largest country in the world. It's about
the same size as the 48 mainland states
of the USA and 50 per cent larger than Europe,
but has the lowest population density in
the world — less than three people
per square kilometre. |
| States and Territories |
Australia is made up of six states and
two territories. Each state and territory
has its own parliament, flag and floral
emblem. |
| National Capital |
Canberra |
| Largest Cities |
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane |
| Population |
20 million |
| Language |
English |
| People |
92% Caucasian, 7% Asian, 1% Aboriginal
|
| Religion |
The majority (71%) of the Australian population
follow Christian beliefs. |
| Government System |
Federal Democracy |
| Head of Federal Government |
Prime Minister John Howard |
| Currency |
Australian Dollar – to check current
exchange rate click here (www.oanda.com/converter/classic) |
| Major Industries |
Minerals, oil, coal, gold, agriculture,
forestry, wool, cereals, meat, tourism,
manufacturing |
| Climate |
Australia's seasons are the reverse
of those in the northern hemisphere. Australia's
climate is typically mild in comparison
with the extremes that exist in both Europe
and North America. The seasons:
Spring: September–November
Summer: December–February
Autumn (Fall): March–May
Winter: June–August (average temperatures
in August range from 10 degrees Celsius
to 20 degrees Celsius)
Australia also features a diverse range
of climatic zones from the tropical regions
of the north, the arid expanses of the
interior and the temperate regions of
the south. |
| History |
For millennia, Australia's Aboriginal
people lived and thrived in Australia's
unique and challenging natural environment.
Australia's rich vegetation and native wildlife
helped them establish their presence on
the land. Today it is believed Aborigines
are the world's oldest civilisation. It
wasn't until Captain James Cook arrived
in Botany Bay in 1770 that the great southern
land was officially discovered by Europeans.
Overcrowded prisons in England and disruption
caused by the American Revolution were two
key reasons for the first shipment of convicts
to Australia in 1788. |
| Driving |
Australians drive on the left hand side
of the road. |
| Food & Beverage |
Australian cuisine is very broad and choices
range from the traditional meat pie to Asian
influences to American fast food. Tap water
is safe to drink. |
| Tipping |
Tipping is not customary and is at the
discretion of the visitor. |
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Source:
BCEC |
Venue
- Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Corner of Merivale and Glenelg Streets
South Brisbane, Queensland
Tel: +61 (0)7 3308 3000
Fax: +61 (0)7 3308 3500
The state-of-the-art Brisbane Convention &
Exhibition Centre (BCEC) is one of the finest
purpose-built, fully integrated meeting facilities
in the southern hemisphere, with the largest
tiered plenary capacity of any convention facility
in Australia.
With advanced technological capabilities and
functional flexibility, the Centre provides
the ideal venue for the International Conference
on Engaging Communities.
The Centre is a 5 minute walk from the city’s
cultural hub which includes South Bank Parklands,
Queensland Art Gallery, State Library, Queensland
Museum, Queensland Maritime Museum, Queensland
Conservatorium of Music and Queensland Performing
Arts Complex. It is also just across the river
from Brisbane’s CBD and government precincts.
Take a moment to view this great facility –
www.bcec.com.au.
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