Destination Information

Welcome to Melbourne, Australia

Discover the vibrant heart of Melbourne, a city where creativity, culture, and innovation come alive. From bustling laneways filled with street art and cosy cafés to iconic landmarks like Flinders Street Station, Melbourne is a dynamic hub that inspires and connects people from all walks of life.

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Climate and Weather

Despite having four distinct seasons, Melbourne's weather is known for being a bit unpredictable. Summers (December - February) are generally warm and winters (June - August) cold, but just ask a local and they’ll tell you that it’s not uncommon to experience all four seasons in a single day! 

In winter, Melbourne’s average daily temperatures ranges from 6.5 - 14.2°C (43.7 - 57.6 °F). While heavy rainfall is unusual, it’s not uncommon to have a wet and windy day or wake up to frost in the mornings. But when the sun comes out, Melbourne winters are brisk and beautiful. For more information visit the Tourism Australia website.

Supporting Letter of Attendance for Visa Application

Invitation letters can be downloaded from your registration dashboard. This letter assists with your Visa application.
You will be able to download a supporting letter of attendance, once you have paid for your registration fee in full and have entered in your passport details.

How to download the letter:

  • Log on to the registration dashboard as a returning delegate by entering your email and password.

  • Scroll the menu to the 'Document' section and select the button 'Enter Details'.

  • Every field must be filled in for a Visa letter to be generated. Once all details have been filled in, click 'GO'. You will be taken back to the main screen and now a button 'Download Letter' will appear and by clicking this it will generate a PDF visa letter.

Please email the Conference Secretariat if you are having difficulties downloading a Letter of Invitation from your dashboard.

Currency and Foreign Exchange

Australia has a decimal system with 100 cents to the dollar ($AUD). Coins have values of 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents, $1 and $2 dollars. Notes have values of $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100 AUD.

Major city bank branches can exchange foreign currency. Foreign currency exchange bureaus are also available at the airport and in Melbourne's central business district. ATMs (automatic teller machines) are widely available in the city and regional areas.

Tipping is not customary in Australia and is at your discretion.

For more information on currency and goods & services taxes click here.

Electricity and Voltage

In Australia the power plugs and sockets are of type I. The standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.

Melbourne stands on the ancient grounds of the Kulin Nation of the Wurundjeri people. For the Kulin Nation, Melbourne has always been an important meeting place for events of social, educational, sporting and cultural significance.