Venue
Macquarie University
About Macquarie University
ASBHM2020 will be hosted at Macquarie University in level 3 of the newly built MUSE building. Macquarie is closely located to Darling Harbour and Circular Quay, along with a number of other tourist attractions. The MUSE building is a 10-15 minute walk from the Macquarie University Metro Rail Station with trains arriving every 5 minutes.
Transport
Airport: Detailed options for transport to and from the airport can be found here: https://www.sydneyairport.com.au/info-sheet/transport-options-international
Train and Metro: This is the recommended mode of travel. Approx 60 minutes. Cost: approx. $20 (varies by time of day). Specific directions and costs can be found here: https://www.opal.com.au/
Taxi, Uber, and Bolt: 45-minutes to the conference venue. Cost of fare is: $80 – $160. Prices may vary by taxi company.
About MUSE level 3
Registration Desk
The registration desk is located on level 3 of the MUSE building. Turn right as you arrive on level 3.
WiFi
Complementary WiFi will be available throughout the university. Network name: Macquarie Events
Password: asbhm2020
Parking
Pay-by-the-hour parking is available at Macquarie University. Click here for current cost of parking at Macquarie University. However, to minimise costs, it is strongly recommended to use public transport over driving.
Accommodation
Macquarie University also has accommodation on site at two venues: The MGSM Executive Hotel, and the Travelodge Hotel. Places are limited, so book early.
Travelodge Hotel
The Travelodge Hotel is located on-campus and offers discounted accommodation for $160 per night (additional $15/day for breakfast and $15/day for parking) available using the promo code: TH12320883
To book, click here.
Address: 81 Talavera Rd, North Ryde NSW 2113 Phone: (02) 8874 5200
Click here for directions from the MUSE building to the Travelodge Hotel
MGSM Executive Hotel
The MGSM Executive Hotel is an on-campus accommodation option with discounted rooms at $120 per night (breakfast can be purchased each morning for $20 per person).
To book, email (hotel@mgsm.edu.au) or phone (02 9850 9300) MGSM Executive Hotel and mention the Block Code: 2212926.
Address: 99 Talavera Rd, Macquarie Park NSW 2113
Click here for directions from the MUSE building to the MGSM Executive Hotel
Meriton Suites – North Ryde
The Meriton Suites at North Ryde is an alternative off-campus option for accommodation. Secure a discount of $5 per night for 1 bedroom suites and $10 per night for 2 bedroom suites using the reservation code: MACUNI20 for any dates between the 5th to the 7th of February 2020.
To book, go to the Meriton Suites website, select the North Ryde destination.
Address: 88 Talavera Rd, Macquarie Park NSW 2113
Click here for directions from the MUSE building to the Meriton Suites – North Ryde
CONFERENCE DINNER
Chedi Thai
This year the conference dinner will be at Chedi Thai on the 6th of February at 7PM. For those wanting to travel in a group, we will be meeting out the front of Macquarie University station at 6PM. For $50, attendees will receive a 2-course banquet featuring a variety of Thai dishes. There will be dishes to accommodate vegetarian and gluten-free diets in addition to traditional Thai meals.
Chedi Thai is located at McMahons Point, a short walking distance from the stunning views of the famous Lavender Bay and Sydney Harbour. Please join us for a buffet style gastronomic evening including award winning Thai dishes to suit every palate. The restaurant is located at 182 Blues Point Road, McMahons Point, just 3-minute walk from North Sydney Train Station: https://chedithai.com.au/location.html
PEERS CONNECT SOCIAL NIGHT
TGI Fridays
Students and Early Career Researchers are invited to a social networking night at 7PM on the 5th of February at TGI Fridays Macquarie. This casual event gives students an opportunity to meet and network early in the conference. Attendees can order their food and drink at the bar and pay-as-you-go on the night.
TGI Fridays is located at the Macquarie Shopping Centre opposite the Macquarie University Campus. It takes approximately 15 minutes to walk to the centre from the conference venue. Attendees are encouraged to meet out the front of the conference venue at 6.30PM so we can walk over together. For more information, check out: https://www.tgifridays.com.au/the-menu/macquarie/
