General information 

Sydney
Sydney provides a spectacular setting for the High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia 2009 Annual Scientific Meeting. Bursting with character, Sydney is a vibrant city with spectacular landmarks including the Harbour and its Harbour bridge, the Opera House, the historic Rocks area, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour and popular Bondi Beach - one of the many fabulous beaches that Sydney is famous for.

Weather
December averages temperatures 17-25°C.

Conference Venue 
Crystal Palace
1 Olympic Drive
Milsons Point 
New South Wales

Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Blue
Jetstar

Taxi
Please call 13 33 00 to book a taxi.

Public Transport
For information on public transport please click here.

Parking
Luna Park's car park has 389 car spaces. The entry is via Paul Street. Maximum vehicle height is 1.9 metres. Hours of operation - 7am to 3am (No vehicle entry after midnight - exit only between midnight & 3am). Fees apply: 0-1 hour - $6, 1-2 hours - $12, 2-3 hours - $18, 3-4 hours - $24, 4 hours + - $30. (per 24 hour period, fees current as 1 March 2009)

Car rentals
Budget
Avis
Thrifty
Eurpocar
Hertz

Conference desk
Registration and enquiries will be at the conference desk located in the Foyer. Meetings First staff will be in attendance from Tuesday to Thursday. Times to be advised at a later date.

Messages
A message board will be located near the conference desk.

Special needs
If you have any special requirements, perhaps relating to diet, mobility, please indicate on the registration form or call Meetings First.