Pesa Australia

VENUE

The venue for the 2010 Summit will be Flemington – The Event Centre at the Flemington Race Course in Melbourne.

With acres of immaculately manicured lawns, an unparalleled view of the Melbourne skyline and one of the most famous rose gardens in the world, the magnificent Event Centre offers an unique blend of historic atmosphere with contemporary venues.

And it’s all only 10 minutes drive from the CBD and 15 minutes from Melbourne Airport with 6,000 car parking spaces.

Plenary sessions will be held in The Skyline Room, located on Level 3 of the Hill Stand overlooking the Melbourne city skyline.

ACCOMMODATION

We recommend the Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens. (We may run a shuttle bus from this hotel to Flemington each day for a small fee if we have sufficient numbers.)

PeSA delegates can stay at the Radisson for the group rate of $199. To get this rate you will need to quote the promotional code “PESA” when searching for rates online through the hotel website. The rate will be available until June 29, 2010, however please also check the hotel website as they may have other special offers available.

Contact Claire on 0466 252 811 if you have any questions about your booking.

About the Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens

In the Central Business District opposite the Flagstaff Gardens, this 4.5-star-rated luxury hotel is located within walking distance of numerous attractions. Hotel room features include direct dial telephone, remote control television, in room movies, Foxtel, direct control air-conditioning, mini-bar/refrigerator, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing board.

Other amenities include:
- Business centre featuring broadband internet
- Roof top fitness centre with spa, steam room and state-of-the-art multi work station
- 24 hour Reception and Concierge
- HQ’s on William. A contemporary yet casual, all day dining venue
- 24 hour room service.

Location
• Opposite William Street tram line and Flagstaff Rail Station.
• Adjacent to Queen Victoria Market.
• Opposite Historic Flagstaff Gardens.
• Walking distance to Etihad Statium.
• 2 minutes from the Docklands Restaurant and Entertainment Precinct.
• 5 minutes from Melbourne Central and CBD shopping districts.
• 7 minutes to the Crown Entertainment Complex and Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre.
• 20 minutes drive from Melbourne Airport.

Alternative hotel

If you prefer to stay close to the venue, you may also enjoy Quest Flemington.

Whilst it is immediately outside the gates of the Racecourse, please note this is still a (pleasant) 15 minute walk from the venue, which is actually at the rear of the racecourse.

TRAVEL

If you are flying into Melbourne, we’d recommend you elect to fly in Tullamarine Airport, as this is the closest to Melbourne.

Qantas and Virgin Blue all fly to Tullamarine. Selected Tiger and Jetstar flights also fly to Tullamarine.

Melbourne is also easily accessible by car, bus and train.