Venue

The chosen venue for the 11th Biennial Australasian Schizophrenia Conference is the Sheraton on the Park, Sydney.

Enjoy a warm Australian welcome at the five-star Sheraton on the Park. Located directly opposite Hyde Park, the tree-lined oasis in the heart of Sydney, our hotel is a great destination to connect with friends, family, and colleagues. From the moment you walk through our grand entrance, you will enjoy all that our Sydney hotel has to offer.

557 guest rooms and suites combine the classic with the contemporary for an overall comfortable feel. Sweeping views of the city in our health club, pool, and spa create a great setting in which to re-energize your body and soul. Experience the newly refurbished Club Lounge, Sydney’s premier Executive Lounge.

General Information

Accommodation
A limited number of accommodation rooms at special rates have been reserved for ASC 2010 delegates at the Conference Hotel – The Sheraton on the Park. To obtain these rates accommodation should be booked using the ASC 2010 accommodation booking form, before 20 July 2010. A range of other accommodation options will also be provided.

Attendance Certificates
Certificates of attendance will be provided to all delegates.

Attractions
Sydney’s laid-back outdoor lifestyle and physical allure make it one of the world’s easiest and most pleasant cities to visit. The people who live here are a friendly, energetic bunch with a tell-it-like-it-is approach to life as visitors to the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games found out for themselves.

When it comes to which city is Australia’s true global city, there’s no argument. It’s Sydney – with its sense of style, its love of sport and exuberant celebrations including New Year’s Eve and Australia Day.

All of its attributes lie within easy reach of the city centre. Sydney’s harbour is its natural playground, the dominant factor in so much of what the city has to offer. The city has a wide-ranging cultural life, dynamic food scene and vibrant cityscape of outstanding contemporary and colonial architecture. Iconic beaches and five major national parks deliver unforgettable experiences.

Climate
The average maximum temperature for Sydney in September is approximately 16ºC.

Disclaimers
In the event of industrial disruption the Conference Organisers cannot be held responsible for any losses incurred by delegates. The program is correct at the time of printing; however the organisers reserve the right to alter the program, if and as is deemed necessary.

Dress Code
The dress code is smart casual throughout the Conference.

Exhibition
We encourage delegates to visit the ASC 2010 exhibition stands throughout the Conference.

Parking
Valet Parking is available at the Sheraton on the Park.

Smoke Free Policy
It is the policy of ASC 2010 that the conference area of the venue and all related social functions are smoke-free.

Social Program (see Social Program) - information coming soon.

Special Requirements
Please give details of any special diet, special needs or disability assistance required on your registration form.

Travel
Regular services to Sydney are available from capital cities throughout Australia and New Zealand. Flights need to be directly booked with airlines or via travel agents. A taxi from the Airport to the Sheraton on the Park will take approximately 20 minutes.