Brisbane is a modern, dynamic destination with a youthful spirit, great convention and meeting facilities and an appealing range of leisure activities. Uniquely positioned on the global stage as a burgeoning hub of innovation, industry, research and development, Brisbane offers an exceptional conference environment. http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/Travel/Default.aspx
Creative³ delegates will have the unique opportunity to experience Brisbane’s cultural and creative assets across key venues:
Day 1: 26 October
QUT Creative Industries Precinct http://www.ciprecinct.qut.edu.au/
QUT’s Creative Industries Precinct is Australia’s first site dedicated to creative experimentation and commercial development. It provides a unique opportunity for designers, artists, researchers, educators and entrepreneurs to easily connect and collaborate with others to create new work, develop ideas and grow the creative industries sector.
Victoria Park Function Venue http://www.victoriaparkgolfcomplex.com/functions/contact.html#findus
Situated only 2 kilometres from the city, Victoria Park Golf Complex and Function Venue combines breathtaking views of Brisbane city skyline, first-class catering and contemporary elegance.
Day 2: 27 October
State Library of Queensland http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/visitors
The State Library of Queensland at South Bank, Brisbane, is part of the Cultural Centre Precinct which includes the Queensland Art Gallery, the Gallery of Modern Art, the Queensland Museum and the Queensland performing Arts Centre.
In 2007, the State Library building was voted Australia’s ‘Building of the Year’ at the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA) Awards ceremony in Alice Springs with accolades going to architects Donovan Hill Peddle Thorp.
View State Library of Queensland location map in a larger map
Day 3: 28 October
QUT Gardens Theatre http://www.gardenstheatre.qut.edu.au/
QUT’s centre for the arts, the Gardens Cultural Precinct, provides a creative focus for the people of Brisbane at one of the city’s most historically important sites.
The Gardens Cultural Precinct, which includes the Gardens Theatre and the QUT Art Museum, is strolling distance from the CBD and close by the beautiful City Botanic Gardens and historic Old Government House.
In close proximity to Creative3 conference venues are:
Hotel Grand Chancellor, Spring Hill – $165 per night
https://booking.ihotelier.com/istay/istay.jsp?HotelID=10774&languageid=11
Hotel Urban, Spring Hill – $259 per night
http://www.hotelurban.com.au/brisbane
Sofitel Hotel, Brisbane - $315 per night
http://www.sofitel.com/gb/booking/hotels-list.shtml
Clarion Rendezvous Hotel, Brisbane -$205 per night
http://www.rendezvoushotels.com/default.asp?action=article&ID=21667
For assistance with booking accommodation, we recommend Campus Travel www.campustravel.com.au. Please note: a $20 booking fee applies for this service.
Brisbane International Airport http://bne.com.au/
DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT TO CITY (DAY 2 and DAY 3 VENUES): approx 17km (20 mins travel time)
DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT TO KELVIN GROVE (DAY 1) approx 16 km (23 mins travel time)
TRANSFER FROM THE AIRPORT:
• Taxi: On Arrivals Level 2, International Terminal, Ground Floor for Domestic Terminal
• Airtrain: An all-weather bridge links station to arrivals and departures levels at both the International and Domestic Terminals and operates from the South Brisbane train station. For Day 1 and 3, this will require a short 5 minute taxis journey to Kelvin Grove (Day 1) or to Gardens Point (Day 3). For Day 2, the State Library of Queensland is approximately a 5 minute walk on foot.
Local Taxis
The principle operators in Brisbane are:
Black & White Cabs http://www.blackandwhitecabs.com.au/cms/pages/!/display.html T 13222
Yellow Cabs http://www.yellowcab.com.au/ T 13-1924
Bus Information
Brisbane is well-served through an intensive local public transport network. To plan your route, please visit http://translink.com.au/