PROGRAM
2023 AUSTRALIAN REGIONAL TOURISM CONVENTION
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On behalf of the ART Convention, we are pleased to announce the ART Convention 2023 Program.
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This program will be updated on a regular basis. Please note: Program times are shown in local Newcastle, NSW time AEST.
Convention Program Overview
Please note: Program times shown are Australian Eastern Standard Times (AEST). The program overview below is preliminary and subject to change.
CONVENTION DAY ONE - Famils |
| Tuesday, 10 October 2023 Location: Newcastle |
| 9:30am - 2:30pm | Secure your exclusive experience being held Tuesday 10 October 2023 and have your perceptions of Newcastle challenged as you explore our unique and quirky city. It is after all, a city that rewards your curiosity. Famil tours listed below: 1. Local Experiences walking tour with Newcastle Afoot 2. Architecture and Street Art Walk with Newcastle Afoot 3. Surfing Lesson with Phillipa Anderson Surf School 4. Guided bike tour with Newy Rides 5. Learn to Sail with the NCYC 6. Whale Encounter Tour with CoastXP 7. Guided walk through Glenrock State Conservation Area with Geo Trail and Nature Walk
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Pre-Registration & Speaker Support |
| Tuesday, 10 October 2023 Location: City Hall, Concert Hall Foyer |
| 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Register early and pick up your convention materials! An Audio Visual Technician will also be available for speakers who wish to load their presentation. Location: City Hall, Newcastle |
Welcome Reception |
| Tuesday, 10 October 2023 Location: Bartholomew's Restaurant & Bar, Newcastle |
| 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Welcome Reception Location: Bartholomew's Restaurant & Bar, Newcastle Visit the venue website here: www.bartholomews.com.au |
CONVENTION DAY TWO |
Wednesday, 11 October 2023 |
| From 8:00am | Registration, Trade Display and Speaker Support Open |
| 8:30am - 9:00am | Welcome |
| 9:00am - 10:30am | Plenary Sessions |
| 10:30am - 11:00am | Morning Tea and Trade Display |
| 11:00am - 12:00pm | Plenary Sessions |
| 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch and Trade Display |
| 1:00pm - 2:40pm | Concurrent Sessions |
| 2:40pm - 3:00pm | Afternoon Tea and Trade Display |
| 3:00pm - 5:15pm | Plenary Sessions |
| 5.30pm | ART AGM |
CONVENTION DAY THREE |
Thursday, 12 October 2023 |
| From 8:00am | Registration, Trade Display and Speaker Support Open |
| 8:30am - 11:00am | Plenary Sessions |
| 11:00am - 11:30am | Morning Tea and Trade Display |
| 11:30am - 1:10pm | Concurrent Sessions |
| 1:10pm - 2:00pm | Lunch and Trade Display |
| 2:00pm - 2:20pm | Convention Wrap Up |
| 2:20pm - 3:20pm | Panel Discussion |
| 3:20pm - 4:15pm | Regional Success Stories |
| 4:15pm - 4:30pm | Closing Remarks |
CONVENTION DINNER |
| Thursday, 12 October 2023 Location: Earp Distillery, Newcastle |
| 7:00pm - Late | Convention Dinner Location: Earp Distillery, 41 Darling St, Carrington Visit the venue website here: www.earpdistillingco.com Convention Dinner Proudly Sponsored by |