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Save   Share 14 & 15 September 2017

Venue

Address: 14 Darling Dr, Sydney, NSW 2009  


Sydney is one of the world’s most loved cities and it has a lively and vibrant buzz that makes it the ultimate destination throughout the year.  Australia’s most famous city, Sydney, is nestled around the spectacular Sydney Harbour, the centrepiece of our internationally vibrant and diverse city. Sydney’s beauty is reflected in its friendly optimistic locals, intelligent business and zest for life.

As a world leading academic and business hub, Sydney provides an exceptional experience for the best minds to come together, innovate, network and push the boundaries of their fields. 

Surrounded by thousands of cafés, restaurants, museums, galleries, shopping and leisure activities as well as an integrated transport system, Sydney provides something for everyone. Named the world’s most reputable city in 2013, Sydney is a busy, growing and exciting place to be.

Explore famous coastal beaches such as Bondi, Bronte, Coogee and Palm Beach. Bushwalk through Sydney Harbour National Park and visit the Blue Mountains. 

Travel Options

Velg Training has organised travel deals with Virgin Australia for delegates travelling to and from the 2017 National VET Conference. Book your flights through the following link to secure discounted fares:

Thanks to Virgin Australia, discount flights are available through the booking panel below:

Discount available are:
•Domestic Business: upto 10% Virgin Australia Domestic Business class fares
•Domestic Flexi: upto 10% Virgin Australia Domestic Freedom fares
•Domestic Saver upto 10 % Virgin Australia Domestic Elevate and Getaway fares (excluding tactical and Sale fares)

For your reference the sale period is 02/05/2017 – midnight 15/09/2017 and the travel period is 07/09/2017 – midnight 22/09/2017
All fares purchased using the Event Direct booking tile are subject to the fare type terms and conditions provided on the Virgin Australia website.

Getting around Sydney

Opal Card

Getting around Sydney is made easy when using the Opal smartcard. The card will allow you to tap on and tap off to pay your fares on trains, buses, ferries and light rail anywhere within the Opal network.

From the airport 

Taxi
The International Convention Centre Sydney is a 30 minute drive from Sydney Airport, the trip will approximately cost $50.

Need a taxi?You can also book an Uberhere.
Train 
Trains run every 10 - 15 minutes from the Sydney Domestic Terminal to the city the fare is approximately $17 per adult for a single trip. You can use your opal card on this trip.

How to get to the ICC Sydney

Walk
If you are coming from Sydney CBD it is a short 15 minute walk to the ICC Sydney. All of the hotels recommended by Velg are within Sydney CBD.

Ferry
Circular Quay, King Street Wharf and Pyrmont Bay Wharf all run direct ferry services to Darling Harbour.
Taxi
Darling Harbour taxi drop off and pick up locations:
  • Iron Wharf Place next to Harbourside Shopping Centre
  • Zollner Circuit on the Southern end of ICC Sydney Theatre  
Sydney Light Rail
Travelling right through various Darling Harbour stations the Light Rail can take you to the ICC Sydney. You can get off the Light Rail at Convention Centre and Exhibition Centre.


Water Taxi
Departing from The Rocks, Circular Quay, The opera House and Luna Park the Water Taxi is a great option for getting to and from Darling Harbour. 


Train
Town Hall and Central Stations are a 10 minute walk from ICC Sydney.
Parking
ICC Sydney has two car park facilities located within the Exhibition Centre and ICC Sydney Theatre. There are also numerous secure car parks located in and around Darling Harbour, the closest located at Harbourside Car Park, 100 Murray Street, Pyrmont. 


Bus
Bus routes 389 and 501 stop at Harris Street near Allen Street a 10 minute walk from ICC Sydney.

Tours

BridgeClimb Sydney

See Sydney at its best - take the Climb of Your Life with BridgeClimb Sydney. From dawn until dusk, the view is always different.  Climbs are available at dawn (limited departures), by day, twilight or night.  Don’t miss this unforgettable, and uniquely “Sydney” experience. Please  click here for full details on how to book.


Taronga Zoo

Taronga Zoo is offering a special rate to #2017NVC delegates. of $32.20 perperson normally $46.00 per person.  Delegates need to show their #2017NVC lanyard at the gate to receive this discount.

Gray Line Tours

Gray Line Tours is offering a special rate to #2017NVC delegates of 10% off all of their Sydney/Blue Mountain Tours.  Please click here for full list of tours available for discount. Travel Dates: 28 August 2017 to 19 September 2017.

Grayline Promo Code: VETCONF

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