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Sydney 2005
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Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour is one of Sydney's most popular recreation spots with over 1.3 million people visiting the sunny foreshore precinct each year. The area has a colourful history playing an integral role in Sydney's early market days when it was used for receiving fresh produce and timber from Parramatta and the north coast. In 1984 the Wran Government announced plans to redevlop the old wharves into an area for leisure, culture and business for the people of Sydney. Over the next three years, massive redevelopment works transformed the area into a beautiful public space that was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1988 as part of Sydney's Bicentennial Celebrations.

Today there's always plenty happening, lots to see and do, great shopping and over 50 places to eat and drink at Sydney's Darling Harbour. ... Read More

Sydney is 10 hours ahead of GMT (GMT/UTC +10 hours). and with all of the Australian "National" banks throughout the city and most large international banks will also have branches in the city. All banks provide electronic banking facilities including ATMs outside almost all branches.Whilst on the subject of money the currency in Australia is the Australian Dollar The cost of the Australian dollar (AUD) does fluctuate, but is about $0.65 US Dollars.
You can use this
currency converter to get a more accurate conversion from 180 different currencies. ... Read More

Visa Requirements for International Visitors

General visa requirements
Anyone who is not an Australian citizen needs a valid visa to enter and spend time in Australia.

Before travelling to Australia
With the exception of New Zealand citizens travelling on New Zealand passports, all foreign nationals must obtain a visa before travelling to Australia. (New Zealand citizens are issued with a visa on arrival in Australia.)

Visas are available from Australian visa offices such as Australian Embassies, High Commissions and Consulates. They are also available from travel agents and airlines in certain countries.
You are urged to make early booking for the conference to ensure that no delay with the issue of your visa will delay your journey.
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Health Insurance for International Visitors

While Australia holds reciprocal health care agreements with the United Kingdom, Sweden, Finland, the Netherlands, Italy, Malta, New Zealand and Ireland, these agreements do not cover all health services, and time restrictions apply in some cases. Visitors from these countries are therefore advised to take out some form of health insurance cover. .. Read More