VENUE

PC23 will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) located at 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, Victoria.

The MCEC is close to the Melbourne Southern Cross and Flinders Street train stations with both stations easily accessed by connecting trams.

A range of car parking options are available. The rates and locations can be viewed on the MCEC website. 

MCEC implements a Covid-19 VenueSafe plan. These measures are in place to keep delegates safe and are outlined here. Further details on Covid-19 health and safety requirements will be communicated to delegates prior to the conference.

Accommodation

Please note PC23 will be held during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. Accommodation bookings during these dates may be at an increased rate and availability will be limited. We strongly recommend that you book accommodation as soon as registration is confirmed.  

Negotiated rates have been made available for delegates attending PC23 at several hotels within close vicinity to the conference venue (MCEC) for the period Wednesday 8 – Friday 10 November 2023.

AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne, Southbank

201 Normanby Road, Southbank, VIC, Australia

AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank is perfectly located within walking distance to the vibrant cultural and arts precinct of Southbank, world class shopping and dining at South Wharf, and a short distance to the CBD. Through overthinking every element of your stay, AC provides everything you need and nothing you don’t. Stay active at our modern AC Fitness Center equipped with free weights and Techno-Gym Excite Live cardio equipment.

Relax by our infinity pool while savoring expertly crafted cocktails from Bar de Buceo pool bar. Start your morning in Melbourne with a fresh full buffet breakfast at AC restaurant and wind down with a signature gin and tonic at the chic Bar Triana. AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank is a perfectly precise hotel designed to ensure a precisely perfect stay in Melbourne.

Negotiated rates have been made available for delegates attending PC23 for Wednesday 8 and Thursday 9 November 2023.

Room Category	Bedding Options	Cost per night
Deluxe Room	1 King	$250.00

Room Rate Inclusions:	Rooms are inclusive of Complimentary Wi-Fi.
Breakfast inclusion:	Rates are inclusive of a gourmet buffet breakfast for one person per day in AC Restaurant. Breakfast for any additional guests will be charged at $30 per person.
GST:	Accommodation rates are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of 10% GST (“Goods and Services Tax”).
Car Parking:	Valet car parking at AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank is available for hotel guests as follows: $65 Valet Parking, per night, per car for in-house guests. Height restriction: 1.6m & 2.0m Pre-booking only via email, 72 hours prior to check in and subject to  availability. Alternatively, self-car parking is available in close vicinity to the hotel. Care Park, 11-31 Montague Street, South Melbourne VIC 3006 (entry via Munro St): $10 per vehicle .4 KM
Accommodation Booking Deadline	Guest room reservations are available to made online on or before Wednesday 11 October 2023.
Cancellation Policy:	Changes and cancellations are permitted up until 11:59 PM local Melbourne time on Tuesday 24 October 2023. Cancellations made after Tuesday 24 October 2023 will be charged for any room cancelled for each night the room was reserved.
Payment Policy:	Reservations must be guaranteed to a major credit card and the full payment is required on arrival.

To take advantage of these great rates please visit AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne here

Please direct any queries to Group reservations at AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne on +61 3 9121 0000.

Oakwood Premier Melbourne

202 Normanby Road, Southbank, VIC, Australia

Oakwood Premier Melbourne is a 5-star family-friendly hotel located in Southbank

Located close to DFO South Wharf and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Oakwood Premier Melbourne combines the conveniences of a hotel with the modern comforts of serviced apartments. Styled and furnished with state-of-the-art-in-room technology that caters to the modern traveller, it is also equipped with a generous fitness centre, resident’s lounge and numerous outdoor areas, each overlooking the city, Port Philp Bay and Melbourne surrounds.

Negotiated rates have been made available for delegates attending  PC23 for Monday 6, Tuesday 7, Wednesday 8, Thursday 9 November and Friday 10 November 2023.

Room Category	Bedding Options	Cost per night for Tuesday 7 November (Melbourne Cup)	Cost per night for 6th, 8th, 9th, and 10th November
Deluxe King	1 King bed	$290.00 (room only)	$220.00 (room only)
Deluxe Twin	2 x King Single	$290.00 (room only)	$220.00 (room only)
Studio Deluxe	1 x King or Queen	$330.00 (room only)	$260.00 (room only)
One Bedroom Deluxe	1 x King or Queen	$370.00 (room only)	$330.00 (room only)
One Bedroom Deluxe Twn	1 x King or Queen	$370.00 (room only)	$330.00 (room only)

 

Room Rate inclusions:	Rates are inclusive of complimentary Wi-Fi
Breakfast:	Served daily in Fifth Restaurant 6:30am – 10:00am A special rate of $28 per person per day has been extended for ANZPAA PC23 guests only, booking need to be made directly with the hotel
GST:	Accommodation rate are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of 10% GST (“Goods and Services Tax”).
To book accommodation:	Visit Ascott’s website:  www.discoverasr.com·        Click on: ‘Please select a code’ Select: ‘Corporate’·        Enter your code: P5WIS787
Car Parking:	Car parking at Oakwood Premier Melbourne Southbank is available for hotel guests as follows: $25 per vehicle, per day. The rate allows for a single exit only. To redeem the discounted rate, please take the paper ticket from the machine upon entering the car park and the Front Desk team can arrange a voucher for payment when you exit. Carepark is located across the road from Oakwood Premier Melbourne at 11-31 Montague Street, South Melbourne (Entry is from Munro Street). Please note parking is subject to availability on the day
Accommodation Booking Deadline	Guest room reservations are available to made online on or before Friday 15th September 2023
Cancellation Policy:	Changes and cancellations are permitted up until 11:59 PM local Melbourne time on Monday 30th October. Cancellations made after Monday 30th October 2023 will be charged for any room cancelled for each night the room was reserved.
Payment Policy:	Reservations must be guaranteed to a major credit card and the full payment is required on arrival.

To take advantage of these great rates please visit: www.discoverasr.com 

Crowne Plaza, Melbourne

1/5 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Experience the vibrancy and eclectic culture for which Melbourne is renowned with central accommodation.

With spacious guestrooms and unrivalled city skyline and river views, you’ll wake up feeling relaxed and rejuvenated, with luxurious bedding and premium amenities.

Keep your wellness routine in check while you’re on the go inside our new fitness centre complete with state-of-the-art TechnoGym equipment and floor space for the aspiring yogi. Or slip into the reimagined rooftop swimming pool; our private oasis atop the centre of the hotel.

Crowne Plaza Melbourne is absolute riverfront, located in a premium position – across from Melbourne’s Casino, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and only steps away from the restaurants and bars of the South Wharf precinct. On the doorstep to Melbourne’s tram network, the hotel is also located within the free tram zone, making it easy for guests to move around the city.

Negotiated rates have been made available for delegates attending PC23 for Wednesday 8 and Thursday 9 November 2023.

Room Category	Bedding Options	Cost per night
Standard Room	1 King or Twin (two double beds)	$280.00 (room only)

Room Rate Inclusions:	Rates are inclusive of complimentary Wi-Fi Hotel Gym Roof top Swimming Pool Coffee machine with complimentary Vittoria Coffee capsules
Breakfast inclusion:	Yugo Restaurant serves breakfast daily from 06:30am to 10:30am. Cost $32.00 per person per day if booked prior to arrival or $42.00 on consumption per person
GST:	Accommodation rates are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of 10% GST (“Goods and Services Tax”).
Car Parking:	Valet car parking at Crowne Plaza, Melbourne is available for hotel guests as follows: $70 Valet parking, per day Height restriction: 1.9M Alternatively, guests may choose to self-park at $17 per exit at Care Car Park, Siddeley Street Docklands
Accommodation Booking Deadline	Guest room reservations are available to made online on or before Monday 09 October 2023. (30 days prior to arrival)
Cancellation Policy:	Changes and cancellations are permitted up until 11:59 PM local Melbourne time on Tuesday 24 October 2023 Cancellations made after Tuesday 24 October 2023 will be charged for any room cancelled for each night the room was reserved.
Payment Policy:	Reservations must be guaranteed to a major credit card at time of booking and full payment will be processed 14 days prior to arrival

To take advantage of these great rates please visit Crowne Plaza Melbourne.

Please direct any queries to Group reservations at Crowne Plaza, Melbourne on +61 3 9648 2777 or via email reservations.melfs@ihg.com