SLAQ / IASL 2010 Conference

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Brisbane, Qld, Australia
27 September - 1 October 2010

Diversity Challenge Resilience
SCHOOL LIBRARIES IN ACTION

Conference - Social program

Monday 27 September
5.00 pm to 6.00 pm -- Welcome Reception and opening of the Trade Exhibition [included in full conference registration -- extra guests @ $ 38.50 per person]
The conference will commence with a Welcome Reception and the opening of the Trade Exhibition at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. The function will provide the perfect opportunity for delegates to catch up with colleagues, renew past acquaintances and make new contacts in a relaxed atmosphere amongst the Trade Exhibition.

Wednesday 29 September
7.00 am to 9.25 am -- Author Breakfast [optional extra @ $ 38.50 per person]
M3 in the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre will be the venue for our It's the people who make the place - come and meet our locals Breakfast. Talented Brisbane authors who have written books for children and young people will be seated with participants where they can enjoy a delicious meal and stimulating conversation. Each of the authors present will be introduced, new books launched and a presentation made by the Australian Children's Television Foundation. There will also be the opportunity to purchase the latest offerings by these authors and have your copies signed.

Thursday 30 September
6.30 pm for 7.00pm start -- Conference Dinner [optional extra @ $ 77.00 per person] Dress: Semi-formal
Venue: The Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (M3). This evening is the perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and meet new ones while being entertained, wined and dined on the best that Queensland has to offer. The IASL Grand Auction is held during the dinner. A night not to be missed!

Restaurants and eateries in vicinity of conference venue

Ahmet's Turkish Restaurant
Shop 10/164 Grey Street, South Bank
Telephone: (07) 3846 6699
2 minutes walk from BCEC.

Era Bistro - fine dining
102 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane (Cnr Merivale Street)
Telephone: (07) 3255 2033
Breakfast: Monday to Sunday (Era Cafe) | Lunch: Monday to Sunday (Bistro, Tapas & Cafe) | Dinner: Monday to Saturday (Bistro & Tapas)
2 - 3 minutes walk from BCEC.

Ginga Japanese Restaurant
Shop 11-12, Little Stanley Street South Bank
Telephone: (07) 3846 2313
2 - 3 minutes walk from BCEC.

Kapsali - Greek cuisine
Shop 31a Southbank Parklands
Telephone: (07) 3846 1803
Monday to Saturday 12 - 3 pm / 5 pm - late | Sunday 12 pm - Late
2 - 3 minutes walk from BCEC.

Mado Cafe Bar and Licensed Restaurant (BYO Wine only) - Turkish cuisine
Shop 1 - 3, The Gallerina Apartments, 15 Tribune Street, South Brisbane
Telephone: (07) 3844 7111
Trading hours: Monday - Closed; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 11.00 am till late.
Gluten free and vegetarian meals also available.
2 - 3 minutes walk from BCEC.

Piaf Cafe - French sytle bistro
182 Grey Street, South Bank
Telephone: (07) 3864 5026
7 am till late (7 Days)
1 - 2 minutes walk from BCEC.

Plough Inn Tavern - Casual dining with live entertainment, can order and pay at the bar
29, Stanley Street Plaza, The Parklands, South Bank
Telephone: (07) 3844 7777
1 - 2 minutes walk from BCEC.

South Bank listing of cafes and restaurants
2 - 3 minutes walk from BCEC.

Toscani's Cafe Bar & Restaurant - Italian / Mediterranean
164 Grey Street, South Brisbane
Telephone: (07) 3846 1000
2 - 3 minutes walk from BCEC.

The Fox Hotel - casual dining
Corner of Hope & Melbourne Streets, South Brisbane
Telephone: (07) 3844 2883
2 - 3 minutes walk from BCEC.

Last updated 9 September 2010