General Information

Perth Convention Exhibition Centre

21 Mounts Bay Road
Perth, Western Australia
T: 08 9338 0300
F: 08 9338 0309
W: www.pcec.com.au

The Perth Convention Exhibition Centre has been confirmed as the venue for the 17^th International Congress of the World Muscle Society.

The Centre is purpose built and located in the heart of the city. With the Centre’s advanced technical facilities and communications infrastructure as well as first class catering and service, it meets all the requirements needed for an enjoyable and productive working environment.

General Information

Communication

All communication with registered delegates will be by email wherever an email address is provided, or by fax.  If you register and do not receive a confirmation either by email or fax within 5 working days please contact the Congress Secretariat EECW by phone on (08) 9389 1488 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Insurance

Registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that all delegates take out their own travel and medical insurance prior to coming to the Congress. The policy should include loss of fees/deposit through cancellation of your participation in the Congress, or through cancellation of the Congress itself, loss of airfares for any reason, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property, additional expenses and repatriation should travel arrangements have to be altered. Neither the Congress Secretariat nor the Organising Committee will take any responsibility for any participant failing to insure. Please speak to your travel agent or airline in regard to this matter.

Meals

The Congress Organisers recognise that some delegates may have special dietary needs. Please advise the Congress Secretariat either via the registration form or in writing should you wish for them to make alternative arrangements on your behalf.

Privacy Statement

In registering for this event relevant details may be incorporated into a delegate list for the benefit of all delegates, sponsors, exhibitors, World Muscle Society, EECW Pty Ltd and other parties directly related to the Congress.  Should you wish for your details not to be included in this list, please tick the privacy requested box on the registration form.

Smoking Policy

The Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre has a no smoking policy.  This policy also applies to the majority of restaurants, bars and shopping centres in Perth.

Visas

International visitors to Australia require a Visa or an electronic travel authority. It is your responsibility to ensure documentation is correct and complete before you commence your journey. Information on obtaining visas or ETA's can be found on the web site - www.eta.immi.gov.au

Visitors to Perth

Perth Airport is the international and regional gateway to Western Australia. Located only 12 kilometres north east of Perth City, shuttle buses operate between the airports, Perth city and Fremantle. Hire cars and taxis are easily available.

Child Care

Please note that no official arrangements have been made for child care during the Conference. Please check with the hotel you are staying at who may be able to assist you further with babysitting services during your stay.

Useful Websites

“Western Australia” (www.westernaustralia.com )

“Perth” (www.cityofperth.wa.gov.au)

“Perth Convention Exhibition Centre” (www.pcec.com.au)

“Kings Park & Botanic Garden” www.bgpa.wa.gov.au/

“Margaret River” www.margaretriver.com/

“AQWA” (www.aqwa.com.au/main.asp)

“Pinnacle Tours” www.pinnacletours.com.au/

“Feature Tours” (www.ft.com.au/)

“Perth Zoo” (http://www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au/)

“Perth Public Transport” (www.transperth.wa.gov.au/)