Frequently Asked Questions
Who is AusBiotech?
AusBiotech is Australia's biotechnology industry organisation working on behalf of over 3,000 members in the areas of human health, medical devices, food technology, agriculture, environmental and industrial biotechnology, for more than 25 years.
AusEvents is the events management division of AusBiotech Ltd, launched to provide more value for its members.
What is AusBiotech 2013?
This conference, held annually is to inform and update the biotechnology sector with current industry facts and knowledge. It provides key presentations and forums to help bring together representatives and professionals from across the biotechnology industry and the globe to experience a comprehensive conference program, extensive bio-industry exhibition, business matching program and associated events such as the AusFoodtech Symposium.
Where is AusBiotech 2013?
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Grey Street, South Bank Brisbane QLD 4101 AUSTRALIA
Information on how to get around Brisbane
When is AusBiotech 2013?
This conference runs officially from Wednesday 30 October 2013 - Friday 1 November 2013.
Where will conference sessions be held?
All conference sessions are held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (also referred to as BCEC).
Where will the conference dinner be held?
The conference dinner will be held in the Plaza Terrace Room at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Conference Registrations do not include the Conference Dinner. Dinner tickets can be purchased during the registration process or after at a seperate time by contacting Registrations Department. The Dinner is $185.
How much will the 2013 conference cost?
For more information about the registration fees, please refer to the registration page located on the website.
What's included in my conference registration fee?
Opportunity to attend the AusBiotech Student Excellence Awards National Finals Judging to hear the students' research works, full access to the BioIndustry Exhibition Hall and morning teas, lunches and afternoon teas are included in the registration fee as per program schedule. Social events on Wednesday 30 October 2013 and Friday 1 November 2013 are included. Daily conference sessions with informative and entertaining speakers.
Full conference registrations include access to the Business Matching Program and must be selected during the registration process.
What is the dress code for the conference?
During the conference days, business attire is preferred. The minimum dress standard for the Welcome Reception and the Conference Dinner is business attire or cocktail.
What is the climate like at the time of the conference?
| Month | Temp Degrees F Average Daily Max. Min. |
Temp Degrees C Average Daily Max. Min. |
Rainfall Average Monthly In. Mm. |
| October | 79 60 | 26 15.8 | 2.9 75.4 |
| November | 82 65 | 27.8 18 | 3.8 97 |
| Season: Spring in Brisbane is typically pleasant with quite low humidty levels | |||
Can I bring extra guests to social events?
Additional tickets can be purchased for the AusBiotech Conference Dinner, Thursday 31 October 2013, up till the Wednesday 30 October 2013. You can register on-line or contact the registration manager.
Tickets to the Welcome Reception are available only to full conference registrants, speakers and exhibitors as confirmed at point of registration.
Registration Department
E events@ausbiotech.org
P + 61 3 9828 1400
Are hotel transfers available?
All hotels listed on this website via our Accomodation Partner are within close proximity to the convention centre. Therefore transfers to and from the hotels to the convention centre will not be provided. More information regarding social activity transfers will be available closer to the event.
Is my company able to book an exhibition space?
Yes, we invite you to exhibit your product or service in the conference BioIndustry Exhibition Hall. AusBiotech 2013 exhibition will be situated where the refreshment breaks will be held, next to the Business Matching meetings rooms. Contact the Exhibition Department and discuss further with Kirsty Grimwade on P +61 3 9828 1400 or E kgrimwade@ausbiotech.org
What sponsorship opportunities are remaining?
Aligning your brand with the AusBiotech national conference positions you with direct communication with over 1,000 industry professionals relevant to your market. Contact the Sponsorship Department and discuss further with AusBiotech on P +61 3 9828 1400 or E events@ausbiotech.org
What advertising opportunities are available?
There are three different opportunities; 1. Pocket Program, 2. AusBiotech Journal (AusBiotech conference edition published October 2013), 3. Conference Satchel Insert. Please refer to the Sponsorship Opportunities document for the satchel insert, delegate handbook and pocket program advertising costs. Please refer to the AusBiotech corporate website for details on journal advertising, or for all the above contact the AusBiotech on P +61 3 9828 1400 or E events@ausbiotech.org
How do I register for the conference?
AusEvents for AusBiotech will be managing the registration process for 2013, please refer to the registration page of this website to register for the conference. If you should have any further questions regarding registration, please contact the Registrations Department on +61 3 9828 1400 or E events@ausbiotech.org
Invitation Letter for Visa Application
Delegates must have registered and paid the required registration fees before requesting an official letter of invitation. All requests should be sent by email to the Registrations Department on events@ausbiotech.org. Please note that AusBiotech 2013 national conference will not be able to contact or intervene with any Embassy or Consulate office on behalf of a delegate.
Is AusBiotech Membership required to attend the conference?
No, but we would encourage you to become a member. If you should join AusBiotech within 30 days of the conference, the difference in registration fees will be refunded to you - after the conference is concluded. (This offer is valid for AusBiotech 2013 conference delegate fees only and does not apply retrospectively to sponsorship or exhibition packages). Why not become an AusBiotech Member and enjoy membership prices to the conference, as well as the opportunity to take future exhibition and sponsorship packages at reduced rates, along with the many other benefits that membership brings.
To become a member of AusBiotech, please contact Membership Department and discuss with Tanya Daw on P +61 3 9828 1400 or E tdaw@ausbiotech.org
When do early bird rates end?
Early bird registration closes at midnight on 30 June 2013, after which time the standard rate will apply.
When is the cut-off date for registrations?
Whilst we do prefer registrations to be in prior to Friday 25 October 2013, you can register on the day of the conference at the Registration Desk, onsite at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
What is the cancellation policy?
All cancellation requests must be made in writing to AusBiotech at events@ausbiotech.org
1. Cancellations made before Friday 30 June 2013 will receive a refund, less a $250 administration fee.
2. Cancellations made after 30 June 2013, will not receive a refund.
3. No refunds will be issued until after the conference.
4. Substituting names will be accepted only prior to the conference. Registration is valid for the named attendee only. Transferring of registration during the conference is prohibited and security personnel will be checking every registration on entry/exhit to the venue. Substituting a delegate from the same organisation is welcome as long as AusBiotech is notified by email events@ausbiotech.org by Wednesday 16 October 2013.
