A great Social Program has been planned to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of PLA. Don’t miss these events as they provide an excellent opportunity for networking and learning.

Sunday 9 November

Welcome Reception hosted by Melbourne City Council at Federation Square 6.30 – 8.30pm. Corner Swanston and Flinders Streets Melbourne. (Tour of Federation Square at 5.00pm)

Discover the famous Federation Square and see its amazing spaces, buildings and views. Catch up with friends and start the 10th annual conference off with a celebratory drink.

Monday 10 November

Dinner Options
PLA is offering options for Monday night dinner (at your own expense). Delegates may choose to attend one of the following restaurants or find their own restaurant. Delegates will need to find their own way to the dinner. All are within walking distance of the Conference Venue.

1. Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. The world known (4 time Tourism Award Winner) Tramcar restaurant will take you around the sights of Melbourne and give you top a class dining experience including drinks. You will remember this dinner forever! www. tramrestaurant.com.au Cost: $120.00

2. Lane Way Drinks and Eats: Melbourne is developing a reputation for its laneway culture. Explore the bars in the laneways around the CBD in small groups before you end up meeting as a larger group at a hotspot. (Two drinks and a meal are included in this price). Cost $50.00

3. Italian Restaurant (Drinks not included) Cost $50.00

4. Chinese Restaurant (Drinks not included) Cost $50.00

5. Greek Restaurant (Drinks not included) Cost $50.00
supported by Simon Leisure Consulting

Tuesday 11 November

Flemington Racecourse (Home of the Melbourne Cup)
Let’s party at Flemington and join in some horse racing activities even though the horses have gone home. PLA have exclusive use of the Atrium to eat, drink and party or look out over the city skyline. Fashion, phantom race calls and more! You will have to dress to impress.
Theme: A Night at the Races Sponsored by Urban Maintenance Systems

Wednesday 12 November

PLA in partnership with The Turf Factory present the 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner and Frank Stewart Award Presentation, Telstra Dome Medallion Brasserie
The conference is not over until we have celebrated our Gala Dinner. Special guests will attend and the Frank Stewart Award will be announced. It is our 10th Birthday, a special night, so we have to have a party! Dress up in your finest clothes and dance the night away.
Gala Dinner Sponsored by The Turf Factory

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PROGRAM

In keeping with Parks and Leisure Australia’s fit and healthy philosophy, a range of free and discounted physical activity opportunities are being planned as part of the conference program. These activities will be available at the start of each day. Activities may include exercises, swimming and walking. There will be the chance to do your own thing or visit some of the hot spots early in the morning.