Frequently Asked Questions
At the Conference
Assisted Listening
For attendees with hearing implants, the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is equipped with an infrared (IR) hearing augmentation system which is compatible with telecoil (T-coil) equipped implants. Please visit the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Reception Desk to collect a receiver pack.
A limited number of Auracast headsets will also be made available from the AudA 2027 Accessibility Partners. Please email events@audiology.asn.au for more information.
Captioning
Captioning will be available in all pre-conference masterclasses, conference sessions and during the formalities at the Conference Dinner.
Sessions in the plenary hall and the Conference Dinner will be captioned by a live stenographer and Microsoft PowerPoint Captioning will be available in all other rooms.
Catering
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be available during the conference and is included in registration fees. Please
ensure you have informed the Conference Organisers of any dietary requirements.
Currency
All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.
Dress Code
The dress code for the conference is smart casual.
Language
English is the official language of the conference.
Name Badges
Please ensure you always wear your name badge during the conference as this will allow you to enter sessions and functions. You will not be allowed to participate in the conference without your name badge.
Time Zone
Brisbane is on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST: UTC+10:00).
Weather
The weather in Brisbane during May has an average high of 23°C (73°F) and an average low of 13°C (5°F).
Getting Here
Brisbane Airport
Brisbane Airport is approximately a 20 minute drive with tolls (25 minutes without) from Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Please refer to the Brisbane Airport website for information on airport transport options.
Taxi
Car Rental
A variety of car rental services are available at Brisbane Airport.
Please refer to the Brisbane Airport website for further information.
Parking
Parking is available at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. For car park options and pricing, please visit the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre website (drive-up only).
Public Transport
By train: The closest train station to Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is South Brisbane Railway Station. Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is a short 2 minute walk from the station.
By Bus: The Cultural Centre Station on Melbourne Street and the South Bank Busway Station, corner of Colchester and Tribune Streets, are the closest bus stations to Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
By Ferry: The public transport ferries stop at the South Bank River Terminal on the Clem Jones Promenade, a short 6 minute walk from Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
For more information and to plan your trip, visit the Translink website.
