General Information VENUE The conference will be held at Becker House, Australian Academy of Science, within the grounds of the Australian National University. Becker House, (or the ‘Dome’ as it is often known), was specially designed for the Australian Academy of Science and, with an almost sci-fi appearance, remains one of the most unusual buildings in Australia. More information on the history of the ‘Dome’ is available on the Australian Academy of Science web site. PARKING Parking outside Becker House is for set down, pick up only. Pay parking is available in Carpark No. 21, opposite Ian Potter House, between 8.30 am - 5.30 am . Prices as at 12/3/98 were: 1 hour - $1.00; 2 hours - $2.00; 3 hours - $3.50; all day - $4.00. ACCOMMODATION Blocks of rooms have been reserved for conference delegates at two venues in Canberra. Both are close to Becker House. Bookings should be made direct to the selected venue. Accommodation is subject to availability and early reservations are recommended. University House at the Australian National University Balmain Crescent ACTON ACT 2601 Ph. (02) 6249 5211 Fax (02) 6249 5252 Notify reception that you are with Working with Knowledge. The special conference rate applies if bookings are made before 14/4/98. $83 per night single occupancy $92 per night twin occupancy $95 per night double occupancy Gazebo Canberra Capital Tower Serviced Apartments 2 Marcus Clarke St CANBERRA ACT 2601 Ph. (02) 6276 3444 Fax (02) 6247 0759 Quote booking number LT675. The special conference rate applies if bookings are made before 21/4/98. $130 per night one bedroom apartment (queen size bed) $140 per night two bedroom apartment (sleeps up to 5 people) $160 per night three bedroom apartment (sleeps up to 7) Continental breakfast $10 per person MEALS Conference full day registrations include lunch, morning tea and afternoon tea. Two day registrations also include the 3 course conference dinner and presentation at Old Parliament House. Please note that for catering purposes numbers for the conference dinner need to be finalised by 23/4/98. MESSAGES Messages for delegates can be left on Ph: (02) 6257 7985, Fax: (02) 6257 7986. ENQUIRIES Please direct conference enquiries to the Conference Organiser. Postal Address: Australian Science Archives Project University of Melbourne 203 Bouverie St CARLTON VIC 3053 Australia Telephone: +61 3 9344 9287 Facsimile: +61 3 9349 4630 REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION POLICY Subject to availability registrations will be accepted up to and including the event. Registrations will be confirmed upon receipt of payment of registration fees. Registrations will be non-refundable less than 10 working days prior to the event. Registrants may substitute another person in their place on written advice to the Conference Organiser. back to conference details page

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