General Information
Accommodation
The closest hotels to the Shine Dome are Peppers Gallery Hotel and Ovolo Nishi, which are all within short walking distances of the Shine Dome. Due to other large events taking place in Canberra the same week, please do not delay in booking your accommodation.
The closest hotels to the Shine Dome are Peppers Gallery Hotel and Ovolo Nishi, which are all within short walking distances of the Shine Dome. Due to other large events taking place in Canberra the same week, please do not delay in booking your accommodation.
Accessibility
Two accessible parking spaces are available within the Academy car park. The ground floor of the Ian Wark Theatre, as well as the Jaeger Room, Becker Room, and amenities are all wheelchair accessible. Due to the heritage of the building however, doorways into the venue are only equipped for access by standard wheelchairs.
Two accessible parking spaces are available within the Academy car park. The ground floor of the Ian Wark Theatre, as well as the Jaeger Room, Becker Room, and amenities are all wheelchair accessible. Due to the heritage of the building however, doorways into the venue are only equipped for access by standard wheelchairs.
Airport
Canberra airport is approximately 10km from the Shine Dome. More information is available on the Canberra airport website.
Canberra airport is approximately 10km from the Shine Dome. More information is available on the Canberra airport website.
Catering
Catering during breaks throughout the event is included in delegate registration. Tea and coffee will also be available on arrival each morning. Guests with special dietary requirements should indicate these requirements at registration, and see the catering staff onsite for their meals.
Catering during breaks throughout the event is included in delegate registration. Tea and coffee will also be available on arrival each morning. Guests with special dietary requirements should indicate these requirements at registration, and see the catering staff onsite for their meals.
Code of conduct
By registering for and attending any Science at the Shine Dome event in-person or online, you agree to adhere to the Australian Academy of Science’s Participant Code of Conduct.
By registering for and attending any Science at the Shine Dome event in-person or online, you agree to adhere to the Australian Academy of Science’s Participant Code of Conduct.
Dress code
The dress code for all functions at the Shine Dome is business. The dress code for the cocktail function on Tuesday evening is cocktail/business. The dress code for the gala dinner on Wednesday evening is formal, with black tie optional.
First aid
For any emergency or medical assistance, please notify staff at the information desk in the main foyer.
For any emergency or medical assistance, please notify staff at the information desk in the main foyer.
Hearing assistance
The Ian Wark Theatre, both upstairs and downstairs, is equipped with an infrared hearing loop. See event staff to obtain a receiver and required attachments.
The Ian Wark Theatre, both upstairs and downstairs, is equipped with an infrared hearing loop. See event staff to obtain a receiver and required attachments.
Information desk
An information desk, located in the main foyer, will be staffed during the event. Please see staff there for questions, assistance or first aid.
Luggage
Staff at the information desk can tag and store luggage onsite.
Mobile phones
Attendees are asked to respect speakers and other guests by switching phones to silent while events are in session. However attendees are encouraged to engage with the Academy and the event on social media, using the hashtag #ShineDome24.
Parents and carers
The Academy is offering assistance grants for parents and carers to attend the event. Please refer to the Diversity and Inclusion page on this website for further information.
Parking
Limited free car parking is available in the Academy's Gordon Street carpark, accessible via 9 Gordon Street, Acton ACT 2601. Additional pay parking areas are available within short walking distance to the Shine Dome. Bicycle parking is available at the venue, and we are a short walk from the New Acton precinct and the Australian National University. We encourage you to arrive on foot or take public transport where practical. More information on public transport options can be found on the Transport Canberra website.
Taxis
Staff at the information desk can book taxis for guests as required.
Transfers
Gala dinner: Buses will be arranged to transfer delegates to and from the National Arboretum Canberra for the gala dinner on Wednesday evening. Coaches will pick up and drop off at the following hotels: Peppers Gallery Hotel, Novotel Canberra and The Sebel Canberra Civic. No bookings are required, but guests need to be at the front of the hotels at 6.35pm to utilise this service.
Coach to the airport: Transport to the airport from the Shine Dome will be provided at 5.00pm on Thursday 12 September. Guests are required to book as part of their online registration.
Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi ‘Shine Dome Public’ can be accessed throughout the venue. No password is required.
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