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The conference is generously supported by the Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Science of the University of Sydney, by the Sydney Centre for the Foundations of Science, and by Brisbane Marketing

What to do in Queensland

The Local Organising Committee and Brisbane Marketing have selected these outstanding opportunities for pre- and post-conference tours. These companies have also made generous donations to our Graduate Student Travel Fund. We urge delegates to return their support.

Opening Conference BBQ

“The conference opening BBQ is supported by Sirromet Wines. Their winery is located at 938 Mt Cotton Rd, Mt Cotton, QLD 4165, only 45m drive from the conference venue. For information on tours and tastings, visit http://www.sirromet.com”

Tangalooma Island Resort

Set amid lush National Park and overlooking stunning Moreton Bay, Tangalooma Island Resort is the perfect island escape. Only 75 minutes from Brisbane, and with over 75 tours and activities, Tangalooma is ideal for a unique adventure, educational or nature based experience in a truly relaxed environment.

Tangalooma Island Resort also offers its guests the unique opportunity to hand feed wild bottlenose dolphins when they visit the resort each evening, truly an unforgettable experience. Why not come on over before or after the conference and stay from only $79 per person per night. As a special bonus we will also offer you “Buy one, get one free” return launch transfers…welcome to Brisbane!

Bookings: ph: +61 (0)7 3637 2142 or online at www.tangalooma.com

Tangalooma special offer brochure - CLICK HERE

Lady Elliot Island

Lady Elliot is a true coral cay island located at the southern tip of Australia's Great Barrier Reef, easy access by scenic flight from Brisbane. The island is regarded as one of the best diving and snorkelling locations on the Great Barrier Reef and is famous for its unspoilt coral reef and amazing array of spectacular marine life. Guests can tour the reef in a glass bottomed boat, snorkel to explore the wonders of the reef, learn to scuba dive, take a guided reef walk, enjoy a range of guided activities or simply stroll along a deserted beach. With exceptionally clear water year round, visitors will discover a diverse range of coral and colourful fish, and they might even encounter turtles, dolphins and our resident Manta Rays. Those visiting during the right time of year may also experience the wonders of the bird and turtle nesting season, turtle hatchlings emerging from the sand or watching migrating humpback whales blow and breach.

Lady Elliot Island is a popular destination for individuals, couples, families and leisure groups keen to explore this rich marine eco-system. Enjoy a day-trip or stay for a few days. Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort offers a range of comfortable accommodation options, with each suite, unit, room and cabin designed to minimise impact on the island while enriching the guest experience of the seasonal wildlife. Scenic flights to Lady Elliot Island depart daily from the Gold Coast (Coolangatta), Brisbane (Redcliffe), Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore), Hervey Bay/Fraser Coast and Bundaberg.

Lady Elliot Island Brochure - CLICK HERE

Bushwacker Ecotours

Bushwacker Ecotours is a collection of Eco-guides who work and study the natural areas of Southern Queensland. Some are Environmental Science students, some are researchers, or have significant conservation or ecotourism experience, all have a passion for our natural treasurers and a wealth of knowledge to pass onto Bushwacker Ecotour guests. We offer day tours and overnight programs. Our focus is on Natural areas including, Springbrook, Lamington, Fraser Island and Moreton Island National Parks. We are running four dedicated tours exclusively for ISHPSSSB delegates:

2 day 2 night Fraser Island Eco Tour (Departing Thursday 16th 1.00pm Returns 6.00pm Saturday 18th). A$479 twin or Double and A$379 4-share budget accommodation.

Tour Includes:

2 Nights accommodation at Eurong Beach Resort Fraser island

2 x dinner, 2 x Bfast (continental), 2 x lunch

Guided 4WD tour of Fraser island including:

Indian Head, Eli Creek, Lake Wabby, Maheno Ship Wreck, Central Station, Wangoolba Creek & Lake Birrabeen

Tour Conducted in Comfortable 16 seat 4WD bus. (Maximum 32 Passenger) - Book Early!
½ Day Rainforest Discovery Bushwalk (Departing Thursday 16th 1.00pm returns 6.00pm) A$79.00.

Tour Includes:

Guided Rainforest Walk D’Aguilar National Park (Maila Walk)

Mt Cootha lookout, spectacular Brisbane City Views at Dusk

Afternoon tea

Tour Conducted in Comfortable 21 seat Mini Bus (Maximum 42 Passengers)

1 Day Rainforest Discovery Bushwalk (Departing Friday 17th 7.00am returns 5.00pm) A$115.00

Tour Includes:

3 guided Walks in Springbrook National Park

Water Falls, Water falls, Water falls

Glow worm Tour

Best of All Lookout

Picnic lunch

Tour Conducted in Comfortable 21 Seat Mini Bus (Maximum 42 Passengers)
1 Day Moreton Island 4WD Eco Tour (Departing Friday 17th 7.00am returns 6.00pm) A$149.00

Tour Includes:

1 hour Moreton Bay Cruise

4WD tour of Moreton Island

Sand tobogganing Moreton Island Sand dunes

Ocean swimming

Blue Lagoon fresh water lake

Cape Moreton Lighthouse

Picnic lunch

Tour Conducted in Comfortable 16 seat 4WD bus (Maximum 32 passengers)

Booking: Because these are special one-off tours for ISHPSSB delegates, we cannot offer online booking. To book, delegates should email their details to sales@bushwacker-ecotours.com.au quoting the event code ISHPSSB and we will give clients a next day confirmation during the week or on a Monday if e-mailed over the weekend.

Website: http://www.bushwacker-ecotours.com.au

Bushwacker Ecotours Brochure – CLICK HERE

A guide to further tourism opportunities in South East Queensland is available at: http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/tours.asp