Conference venue
Monash University Sunway Campus
Jalan Lagoon Selatan
Bandar Sunway, 46150
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Tel: (60-3) 5514 6000
Fax: (60-3) 5514 6001
The campus is in Bandar Sunway, Kuala Lumpur . Bandar Sunway is a prosperous self-contained township, 20km from downtown Kuala Lumpur with extensive accommodation, transport, shopping, health and recreational facilities. For more information, visit www://monash.edu.my/contact.htm or email info@monash.edu.my
Accommodation
Rooms have been block booked at the Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa
Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway
46150 Petaling Jaya
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Tel: (60-3) 7492 8000
Fax: (60-3) 7492 8001
Transport
Taxi fare from the airport direct to Monash University Sunway Campus / Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa will be approximately RM70 / RM 80. Travel time is approximately 45 minutes to one hour.
Express train from the airport to Kuala Lumpur city will cost approximately RM35 per way. Travel time is approximately 28 minutes. The train terminal at the airport is on ground level, Block C of the covered car park. Then a taxi from Kuala Lumpur Central to the Sunway Resort Hotel would cost approximately RM35 / RM 40. Travel time is approximately 30 minutes.
Parking
Car parking is available at the Sunway Resort Hotel. Delegates staying at this hotel will be given complimentary parking during their stay.
Parking on Monash University Sunway Campus will be RM2 per entry.
Registration
The registration desk will be located outside the Plenary Theatre in building 2 at the Monash Campus.
Registration times are as follows:
Wednesday 19th October 2008 10:00am – 10:30am
Thursday 20th November 2008 9:00am onwards
Conference times
Wednesday 19th October 2008 10:00am – 5:30pm Thur
sday 20th November 2008 9:00am – 5:00pm
Plenary sessions
The plenary sessions will be held in the Plenary Theatre, building 2 Monash University Sunway Campus.
Breakout sessions
The breakout sessions will be held in rooms 2647 and 2648. Both are located on Level 6 in building 2.
VIP room
Room 2103
Conference secretariat
Room 2641
Program updates
Changes to the conference program will be updated on the Conference website at www.diversitymatters2008.com
During the Conference, the bulletin board located next to the registration desk will display any changes to the program or news about special events.
Conference dinner
Wednesday 19 th November 2008 7:00pm for 7:30pm
Sunway Resort Hotel
Catering
Morning and afternoon teas and lunches will be provided during the Conference. Please indicate any dietary requirements on your registration form.
Conference tours
Friday 21st November 2008
Please visit http://www.diversitymatters2008.com/social.php for more information on tours on offer. Bookings can be made on arrival in Malaysia at the Concierge desk in the Sunway Resort Hotel.
Nametags
Delegates are asked to wear their Conference nametag at all times.
Messages
Messages for delegates will be left on the bulletin board next to the registration desk.
Dress code
As Malaysia is predominantly a Muslim country, it is advised to consider modest attire. The colour Yellow is traditionally used by royalty in Malaysia. As the event will be opened by the Prince from the State of Perak, delegates are advised not to wear yellow on the first day of the conference.
Internet
The Sunway Resort Hotel has free internet service in each room. Please visit www.sunwayhotels.com for more information.
Free wifi internet is also available at the Monash University Malaysia Campus.
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Smoking
Delegates are asked to refrain from smoking on campus. There is a designated smoking area near the car park.
Health advice
You may wish to consult your doctor on health matters relevant to Malaysia. For the latest information visit http://www.mdtravelhealth.com/destinations/asia/malaysia.html
Currency
Malaysia Ringgits (RM)
Weather
Malaysia is just north of the equator and enjoys a tropical climate with the dry season lasting from March to November. Days are warm and humid, with mild pleasant evenings. Year round temperatures range from 21C to 32C.
Incidental Expenses
The Conference organisers and the Conference Events and Management Office will not be responsible for any incidental expenses incurred by delegates during the Conference.
Disclaimer: All information provided above is correct at the time of writing.
If there are any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact Irene Thavarajah on +613 9905 1344 and after 16 November +614 085 127 83 or Lorraine Curtis +61 438 028 858.
Irene Thavarajah
Conference Manager
Events Management Office
Monash University
