Registration Information

Welcome to the 2022 NSW Landcare and Local Land Services Conference and Awards. The conference will take place at the Mantra Twin Towns in Tweed Heads from the 15 – 17 of March 2022.

All participants of the Conference (delegates, speakers, sponsors and industry representatives) must be registered and have a correct name badge on site. Due to strict COVID-19 conditions there are no ‘shared’ registrations. Delegates not able to attend for the full Conference should register for “day” rates.

Registration Fees

   Registration Procedures

• Once open, registrations can be made online via the “register” button
• Ensure you have read and accept the Registration Conditions listed below
• Pay via online credit card (note 1.5% merchant fee applies) or self-generate an invoice for EFT payment (bank details will be on the invoice).
• Please note that to be eligible for the above discounted rate payment is required by the nominated date (not just the registration).
• Once payment has been made, you will receive a confirmation letter and Official Tax Receipt.

Registration Categories

‘Early’ Registration – for all registrations received prior to 5 pm on Monday 1 November 2021. To be eligible for this rate, payment must be received by the early registration cut-off date. If payment is not received within this time, regular rates will automatically apply.

‘Standard’ Registration – for all registrations received between 1 November 2021 15 February 2022. To be eligible for this rate, payment must be received by this date. If payment is not received by this time, the ‘Late’ rate will automatically apply.

‘Late’ Registration – for all registrations received after 5 pm on Tuesday 15 February 2022. Registration is not deemed confirmed until payment is received and payment must be received prior to the conference.

Community Registration – This rate is available for delegates who are self-funded (paying their own way) and representing a volunteer-based community organisation. This rate includes all Conference materials, attendance at the Muster and daytime catering for each day of the conference, Field Trips and one ticket to the Welcome Function. The Awards Gala Dinner are not included but tickets can be purchased at the nominated rate.

Day Registration – For delegates who are unable to attend the full conference, there is a “Day Registration” rate available for attendance on the Wednesday or Thursday only. All Conference materials and daytime catering for chosen day. The day registration rates do not include entry to social functions (Welcome Function and Awards Gala Dinner), however delegates can purchase tickets for these events at the nominated rates.

Registration Inclusions – Inclusions for all full registrations: All Conference materials and day time catering for each day of the Conference. Each full registration includes attendance at the Muster, Field Trips one ticket to the Welcome Function, and one ticket to the Awards Gala Dinner.

Social Functions

Welcome Function

Date – Tuesday 15 March 2022

Time – 6.00pm

Venue – Greenmount Beach Surf Club

One Welcome Function ticket is included in a full conference registration. Additional tickets may be purchased for accompanying guests at $55.00 each.

Landcare NSW Awards Gala Dinner

Date – Wednesday 16 March 2022

Time – 6.30pm – 12.00

Venue – Twin Towns Services Club Showroom

Pre-dinner drinks will be held in the foyer from 6.30pm before a 7.00pm dinner.

The dinner includes a three-course dinner and entertainment. Dress for the Conference Dinner is semi-formal.

One Awards Gala Dinner ticket is included in a full conference registration. Additional tickets may be purchased for accompanying guests at $110.00 per person.

Accommodation

You are required to book your own accommodation for the conference. Please see accommodation page for accommodation advice and suggestions.

Registration Conditions

Payments

Payment is required to confirm registration and is due at the time your completed registration form is received. Delegates who still have outstanding registration fees at the time of the Conference will be required to complete a ‘Payment Guarantee Form’ which will require credit card details. If payment has not been received within 7 days after the event, the nominated credit card will be charged for any outstanding fees along with 1.5% merchant fee. Please note that this is a strict condition of registration.

Tax Invoice and Receipts

Please note that once paid, the Registration Form is recognised by the Australian Tax Office as a compliant Tax Invoice. Once payment has been received, a delegate confirmation letter will be emailed to the address given.

Refunds and Cancellations

All cancellations must be made in writing (via email) to [email protected]. Registration fees will be refunded less a $110 cancellation fee for cancellations made prior to 5pm on Monday 21 February 2022. After this date we regret that no refunds will apply, however substitute delegates will be accepted. Please note that cancellation fees will apply whether or not payment is received at the time of registration. Refunds will either be processed to the credit card used, or to a nominated bank account if paid via EFT. By submitting the registration form, you are agreeing to these conditions.

Shared Registrations

Please note that one registration with payment must be received per attending delegate. Shared registrations are not permitted due to legal COVID-19. Day registration rates are available should you be unable to attend the full Conference.

Insurance

Delegate’s registration, accommodation and social function ticket fees do not include insurance of any kind. The organisers recommend taking out an insurance policy of your own choice with your local insurance or travel agent.

Disclaimer

Every effort is made to ensure that the contents of this registration information is correct. The organisers retain the right to make changes where necessary. NSW Landcare and Local Land Services and the conference coordinators, Countrywide Conference and Event Management, will not accept liability for any damages of any nature sustained by participants or their accompanying persons or loss or damage to their personal property for the duration of the conference and tour.

Event Cancellation

If Covid-19 restrictions stop the Conference being conducted it will be postponed to an appropriate future date and venue. All registrations and payments will be held over to the new dates. Should you not be able to attend the new dates a full refund will be provided less a $20 administration fee.

Condition of Entry

It is a condition of entry that no delegate may disrupt the order of events or intent of the program. Anyone considered to be disturbing the program intent will be asked to leave. Only pamphlets and brochures approved by the event organisers may be distributed.

General Inquiries

Countrywide Conference Management

Bradley Hayden

0412 461 392

[email protected]