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Conference Organisers |
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183 Albion Street
Surry Hills NSW 2010
Tel: +61 2 9368 1200
Fax: +61 2 9368 1500
anztb@iceaustralia.com |
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Congratulations to competition winner Ms Chaitanya Nuvvala from Melbourne |
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General Information
About Auckland
Auckland, nicknamed the "City of Sails", lies over a narrow cape between the sparkling waters of the Waitemata and Manukau Harbours. Surrounded by rainforest cloaked hills, dormant volcanic cones dot the landscape, and enchanting holiday islands are spread throughout the vast Hauraki Gulf.
Auckland is richly influenced by Polynesian heritage, its people a melting pot of European, South Pacific and Asian cultures and a strong indigenous Maori heritage. This diversity brings with it an abundance of unique dining and shopping experiences.
Auckland has it all – a cosmopolitan city centre, great escapes, vineyards, forests, islands and beaches, all within a short distance from the CBD; giving Auckland its well earned ranking as one of New Zealand's best destinations. |
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Shopping Attractions
Shopping in the inner city is centred on Queen Street, housing the main department stores Smith and Caughery, and is also where you will find many of New Zealand’s top fashion designers; or Farmers for the more budget conscious. Most suburbs have their own shopping districts to browse through. The locals love their markets of which there are plenty scattered around, showcasing fresh food, clothing and second hand goods for the bargain hunter. Auckland is a good place to shop for unique arts and crafts, and Pacific Island themed treasures.
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Food and Wine
Prepare your tastebuds to be tempted with local produce, seafood, and award-winning wines. Only in Auckland will you find a perfect fusion of Pacific and Asian flavours.
Indulge in the best of the day’s catch from the waterfront Auckland Fish Market, talk to growers at a farmers' market and sample Asian and Pacific specialties at the Otara or Avondale markets.
You will find some of New Zealand’s oldest established vineyards, well known for their chardonnay, merlot and cabernet sauvignon wines. The region’s vineyards are clustered in five distinct areas – Waiheke Island, west Auckland, northwest Auckland, north Auckland (around Matakana) and the Clevedon Valley.
Getting Around Auckland
Heritage Auckland Hotel is 35 kilometres from the Auckland Airport, and it takes approximately 40 minutes to get there. The Auckland Station is about two kilometres from the hotel. The nearest bus stand is about two minutes from the hotel. Visit www.maxx.co.nz for details on bus transport.
Buses, trains and ferries make it easy and convenient to get around central Auckland. For detailed information on various methods of transport around the city visit www.aucklandcity.govt.nz/auckland/transport
The Link bus connects Auckland city fringe suburbs with the central business district. There is also free environmentally-friendly, hybrid City Circuit buses that follow a route around the inner city. Buses run to all parts of the Auckland region from the Britomart transport centre, downtown. Trains run regularly to central, south and west Auckland suburbs from the Britomart rail station.
Time
Auckland is +12 hours GMT
Weather
The north of New Zealand is subtropical and the south temperate. The warmest months are December, January and February, and the coldest June, July and August.
In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-30ºC and in winter between 10-15ºC. You can check on weather conditions in New Zealand on the New Zealand Met Service website. |
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