Taxi Council of Queensland - 46th Annual State Conference 2010

Registrations Closing Date 30th August 2010

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This year’s conference will be held on the Gold Coast at Sea World Resort. Conveniently located at Main Beach and only a short distance to a number of the Gold Coast’s major attractions, Sea World Resort offers visitors the ultimate Gold Coast experience. The Gold Coast is famous the world over for its theme parks, subtropical rainforests and stunning beaches and is able to boast of 70 kilometers of uninterrupted coastline and 26 patrolled beaches. There are over 500 restaurants on the Gold Coast with fresh seafood and contemporary Australian cuisine the specialties. The Gold Coast has something for everyone with the theme parks, golf courses, beaches, rainforests, the hinterlands, restaurants and shops, everyone will find something to enjoy

The 2010 Conference is shaping up to be one of our best ever. Presentations will feature innovations in technology, thinking and practices – providing practical solutions and insights for attendees to take away and apply in their own businesses. The business program will also include panel sessions to give attendees a chance to question the "experts" and contribute to the discussions.

Complementing the business program will be some great opportunities to relax in the company of peers and friends. The social program will showcase some of the Gold Coasts attractions and provide delegates and partners plenty of time to network, renew old acquaintances, and make some new friends.

Register now to attend the Taxi Council's 46th Annual State Conference from 6 - 9 September at Sea World, Gold Coast. With the business and social programs jam packed with interest, fun and excitement it’s too good an opportunity to miss.

Business Program

**Monday 6 September 2010 - Business Program**
12:00PM - 2:00PM	Conference Registration
2:00PM - 4:00PM	Opening Business Session The Future for Taxi Security Camera Systems Changes to the Dept of Veterans' Affair's contracting arrangements US Trends for Passenger Transport Service Providers
4:00PM - 6:30PM	Welcome Cocktail Function

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**Tuesday 7 September 2010 - Business Program**
8:30AM - 9:00AM	Conference Registration
9:30AM - 10:30AM	Combined Business & Partner Session Motoring insurance claims - improving the process Estate & succession planning in the taxi industry
11:00AM - 12:30PM	Business Session Taxi Subsidy Scheme - making the system work Operator Accreditation - what's it for & how to survive an audit DTMR’s Taxi Strategic Plan 2010-2015 Panel Session: DTMR's Policies - your questions answered
2:00PM - 4:00PM	Closed Industry Session TCQ's Industry Strategic Planning Workshop
4:00PM - 5:00PM	Happy Hour

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**Thursday 9 September 2010 - Business Program**
9:00AM - 10:30AM	Closed Industry Session Annual General Meeting
11:00AM - 12:30PM	Business Session The QLD Workplace Rights Ombudsman's investigation into the taxi industry Fair treatment for overseas born taxi drivers
2:00PM - 4:00PM	Business Session Keynote address: Dealing with sress and success Brisbane airport - developing taxi friendly infrastructure 2010 State Conference: attendee feedback session 2011 State Conference: venue presentations
7:00PM - 11:00PM	Industry Awards & Conference Finale Dinner Function

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Partners Program

Creating oppportunities to relax and enjoy the moment while making new friends and renewing old acquaintances.

**Monday 6 September 2010 - Partners Program**
Welcome Cocktail Function: 4.00pm - 6.30pm

**Tuesday 7 September 2010 - Partners Program**
Business & Partners Session: 10.00am - 3.00pm Presentation: Estate & succession planning in the taxi industry Trip to Mt Tamborine: 11.00am - 4.00pm Enjoy the breath taking views of the Gold Coast Hinterland as you venture up the mountain. Mt Tamborine is a quiet community so come and enjoy a beautiful lunch in a picturesque winery and relax amongst the beautiful surrounds that it has to offer. Happy Hour: 4.00pm - 5.00pm Conference Dinner Function: 7.00pm - 11.00pm

**Wednesday 8 September 2010 - Business & Partners Program**
Combined Business Delegates & Partners Outing: 8.30am - 4.00pm A day out in the Sea World fun and water park. Located right next door to the resort, this theme park offers you contact with marine life wonders and an ability to experience a world of amazing rides, shows and attractions. But its more than a theme park as it is committed to educating visitors about the marine environment, and playing an active role in Australian marine research and rescue.

**Thursday 9 September 2010 - Partners Program**
*Closed Session: 9.00am - 10.30am* TCQ Annual General Meeting Partners Outing: 11.00am - 3.00pm Shopping at the Robina Town Centre, the premier retail and leisure destination on the Gold Coast. The centre has a fashion mall and 300 specialty stores as well as main department stores Lunch will be at a lakeside restaurant at the Town Centre. Industry Awards & Conference Finale Dinner Function: 7.00pm - 11.00pm

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Accommodation

Sea World Resort (Conference Venue)
Sea World Resort is Australia's Number 1 Theme Park resort, renowned for its excellent accommodation, superb facilities and friendly staff. Situated on Queensland's glorious Gold Coast, the secluded and luxurious resort is bordered by a world famous surf beach and the idyllic Broadwater. A low rise resort set amongst beautiful tropical gardens featuring attractive rainforest atriums, Sea World Resort consists of 405 rooms in three different accommodation wings. All rooms at Sea World Resort feature a balcony or patio and offer garden, pool or Broadwater views
Resort Room (incl breakfast) $188 / Deluxe Room (incl breakfast) $268

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Travel

Air: If travelling to conference by air you will be arriving at the Gold Coast Airport. Click here for Airport information.

OzAccom advises that Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue Airlines are available for your conference travel with all domestic bookings being processed through OzWings (a division of OzAccom). As OzWings is a licenced travel agent, please contact them for all your travell requirements. Contact details are listed on the Registration Form and available here.

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Registrations Closing Date 30th August 2010

Register Online | Download Registration Form