Sunday 26 August 2007

“International Delegates and Under 30’s Welcome”
5pm – 6pm - Cairns Convention Centre

An informal function held to welcome younger delegates and overseas visitors. The National Board members invite all eligible participants to join them for a welcome drink.

Dress Code: Tropical casual.

Sunday 26 August 2007

“Welcome Function”
6pm - 8pm - Cairns Convention Centre

Welcome to Tropical Far North Queensland!
Meet with new colleagues or old friends for this informal introduction to the 14th International Public Works Conference. The Mayor will provide the official welcome and open the Trade Exhibition. Delegates, speakers, registered accompanying partners and exhibitors all welcome. Delegates are encouraged to register before the event at the Cairns Convention Centre. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this tropical location. Wear your loudest tropical shirt to be in the running for a prize.

Dress code: Tropical casual.

Monday 27 August 2007

“Evening Dinner Function”
Tjapukai Cultural Park, Smithfield. 7pm – 11.30pm
Sponsored by Downer EDI Works

Transport will be available from key CBD hotels to whisk you away to an unforgettable evening. Enjoy a Lakeside Aboriginal celebration of music chanting and dance which culminates in a magical fire making ceremony. Follow the flame lit pathway to a fairy lit marquee at the base of the rainforest. Experience a cultural dance show interspersed throughout a three course meal of Australian cuisine. Dance the night away to the Swinging Alley Cats. Transport will return to Cairns CBD hotels as required from 10pm.

Dress Code: Smart casual.

Tuesday 28 August 2007

“MacDonnells Law Estate Planning Breakfast”
Cairns International Hotel. 7.15am – 8.30am
Sponsored by MacDonnells Law.

“Estate Planning and Superannuation” Peter O’Connor.

Additional fee payable. $35 per person.
Limited numbers. Book early.

Tuesday 28 August 2007

“Two Happy Hours!”
Cairns Esplanade. 6 - 8pm
Sponsored by Cairns City Council & Cairns Port Authority

A short informal event designed to encourage further networking. This location enables the Conference Chairman to showcase the esplanade lagoon project which was
recognised through the 2005 National Local Government Engineering Medal. The project is widely enjoyed by local people and visitors alike and has added a new dimension to the City landscape and infrastructure.

Light canapes and drinks will be provided. The rest of the night is at delegate’s leisure.

Dress code: Casual.

Wednesday 29 August 2007

“The Platinum Grand Conference Dinner”
Cairns Convention Centre 6.45 pm – late.
Sponsored by KOMATSU

The Grand Dinner is the climax of the Social program. This themed event will reflect the Barrier Reef and is guaranteed to be an evening not to be missed! Guests will enjoy the sumptuous food and wine and be entertained by well known entertainers, comedian Rod Quantock and popular band the Black Sorrows.

Pre dinner drinks in the foyer from 6.45pm.

Dress code: Lounge suit or jacket and tie for men and after five wear for the ladies.

Sponsors / Exhibitors