Full Conference Delegates and their Accompanying Persons will have a ticket to the Welcome Reception, Conference Dinner and Gala Dinner included in the cost of their package.
Full Delegates will be asked to indicate whether or not they intent to attend these functions when they register and Day Delegates will be asked if they would like to purchase tickets to these events.
Some other social events, such as entry to the Adelaide Zoo (and panda exhibit) and the Tuesday Night Optional Dinners, are an additional cost to the delegate. All delegates will be invited to purchase an Optional Dinner and asked if they intend to visit the Panda Exhibit whilst at the Zoo. We have booked a 3.45pm viewing of the Pandas at a negotiated discounted rate. It would assist the Zoo if you would indicate your intention to attend. Bring your registration confirmation to the front entrance of the Zoo to receive the discount.
Sunday 12 September
Welcome Reception
Venue - Adelaide Zoo
The Welcome Reception will be held at the Sanctuary Conference
Centre which overlooks the exceptional Botanic Park and
the beautiful Adelaide Zoo. The newly built conference centre
is the perfect spot to welcome guests.
In Addition –
Why not visit Adelaide Zoo earlier in the day? The Parks
and Leisure National Conference has negotiated discounted
entrance tickets to the Adelaide Zoo. Delegates and family
members wishing to visit the Zoo as well as its new additions
- Wang Wang and Funi - need to mention the PLA National
Conference to receive the discounted rate.
Tuesday 14 September
Optional Dinners - All $50 per head (inc. GST). Drinks
not included.
This will be a night for you to choose from a range
of restaurants (at your own expense). The dinner costs
for this night are not included in the Conference fee.
If you want to arrange your own dinner you are also
welcome.
Restaurants below are situated at Glenelg Holdfast
Shores, walking distance from the Conference venue
Zucca Greek Mezze (Greek)
Situated at the heart of Glenelg on Holdfast Shores its scenic ocean views complement the modern Mediterranean Greek cuisine.
Sammy’s Restaurant (Seafood)
Sammy’s Restaurant location gives spectacular views of Glenelg Beach, West Beach and Holdfast Marina.
Since its opening in 1999, Sammys has proven to be Adelaide’s premier seafood restaurant. This dinner is proudly sponsored by Simon Leisure.
Salt Bar (Modern Australian)
With superb views overlooking the beach and marina our intimate restaurant boasts one of the best locations in Adelaide. This dinner is proudly sponsored by Tredwell Management
Esca (Italian)
ESCA is a spacious and welcoming establishment, serving home-style Italian cooking located at the stunning Holdfast Shores.
Wednesday 15 September
Gala Dinner and Awards
Venue – The Stamford Grand
Dress - After Five
Located right on the beachfront at Glenelg, the Stamford
Grand Adelaide Hotel will provide the perfect backdrop for
the gala dinner. Boasting a sumptuous menu and panoramic
views of the ocean, city and Adelaide Hills, this will be
a night to remember.
Monday 13 September
