General Information

Conference App

The conference App has everything you need for SSA 2022.

Download it today via the Apple App Store or Android Play Store to view the program, build a personalised schedule, connect with other delegates and start planning your conference experience. 

To download the app please search The Event App by EventsAir in your smartphone or tablet app store. Once The Event App is opened, please type ssa2022 into the search by event name bar. The PIN to access the APP has been emailed to you. If you do not know the PIN please contact the Conference Secretariat, or see the registration desk for assistance.

Covid Safety Onsite

While we are very excited to finally be connecting in person again, we want to remind all delegates that some parts of the conference will look a little different than the last time we met face to face.

The Darwin Convention Centre (DCC) will adhere to current social distancing protocols, provide regular cleaning and sanitising in public areas and make hand sanitiser available throughout the venue.

We strongly encourage all delegates to wear masks throughout the conference. Additional masks are available from the registration desk if you forget yours.

If you become unwell during your time in Darwin, please do not attend the conference.

For further information on COVID management in the Northern Territory please visit the Northern Territory webpage.

Program

Conference Program
A one-page program is available to download here. For a full program and further information please download the conference app today using the above instructions. 

Additional Sessions
Add to your conference experience by attending a pre-conference workshop, discipline sub-group meeting or a sponsored session. Explore the following links to discover all the additional sessions that are available to you:

• Sponsored Sessions
• Social Program 

If you have not selected to attend a paid session during your initial registration and wish to attend, email the Conference Secretariat at ssa2022@dcconferences.com.au

Onsite / Registration

Venue Address
The Darwin Convention Centre is located at 10 Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin City, NT 0800. For further information please visit www.darwinconvention.com.au/ 

Registration Desk
The conference registration desk is located on the Ground Floor concourse of the Darwin Convention Centre. 

The opening times are as follows:

• Thursday 26 May: 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm
• Friday 27 May: 7.00 am – 7.00 pm
• Saturday 28 May: 7.00 am – 5.00 pm
• Sunday 29 May: 7.30 am – 12.15 pm (Waterfront Foyer on Level 2)

Staff at the registration desk will be happy to help with any queries.

Full Registration entitlements include:
Admission to all sessions, access to the conference app, attendance e-certificate, morning/afternoon teas and lunches on each day of the conference, and one ticket to the Welcome Reception on Friday 27 May 2022.

Day Registration entitlements include:
Admission to all sessions on the day of your registration, access to the conference app, attendance e-certificate and morning/afternoon teas and lunch on the day of your registration. This registration type does not include a ticket to the Welcome Reception. If you would like to attend the Welcome Reception, please contact the Conference Secretariat.

 Exhibition Opening Hours & Break Times

The conference exhibition and all catering breaks will be held in the Exhibition in Hall 1.

Saturday 28 May 2022
Exhibition opening hours: 8.00 am – 3.45 pm

• Arrival Tea and Coffee: 8.00 am - 8.30 am
• Morning Tea: 10.00 am – 10.30 am
• Lunch: 12.30 pm - 1.30 pm
• Afternoon Tea: 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm

The Exhibition closes on Saturday 28 May at 3.30pm. catering breaks will be held in the Waterfront Foyer on level 2.

Dietary Requirements
If you have not already done so, please advise the Conference Secretariat of any specific dietary requirements and/or food allergies. If you have advised of a special dietary request, please make yourself known to banqueting staff at the HGC in order to collect your special meal. Vegetarians will be catered for within the standard catering package. 

Parking
If you are driving to the HGC they provide valet and self-parking options. Please note, clearance is 1.9 metres. Please click here for more information.  

From Darwin Airport
Darwin Airport is 12 kilometres from the City. A taxi will cost approx. $20 - $40, allow 20 minutes to the DCC by taxi.

Alternatively, the Darwin City Shuttle Service provides fast and low cost airport transfers currently operating Sunday to Friday from 10am to 6pm.  Tickets are available at the shuttle booth at the baggage carousels.

Conference Information

Name Badges
All delegates are provided with a name badge included in the registration pack. Delegates are required to wear their name badges for the entire conference; they are your official pass to sessions and meal breaks. 

Speaker Preparation Room
Located in the Entrance Foyer Alcove on the ground floor of DCC, the Speaker Preparation area will be open from 7.00 am on Friday 27 May 2022 until 10.00 pam on Sunday 29 May 2022. All presenters must visit the Speaker Preparation Room at least 2 hours prior to the start of their session time.

Presentations must be brought on either USB or memory stick. Speakers wishing to use their own laptop for their presentation are still required to visit the Speaker Preparation Room.

Posters
Conference posters for 2022 will be found within the conference App. Please take the time to view the posters during your time at SSA 2022.

CPD Points/Certificates of Attendance
All delegates attending the SSA conference will receive an e-certificate of attendance. The certificates will be emailed to all delegates shortly after the conference; no hard copies will be available. Please contact the Conference Secretariat if you need to update your email address.  

The attendance certificate will note the number of educational hours completed. You will need this certificate to apply for CPD accreditation points through your chosen college. We recommend delegates self-record as colleges differ on their professional development point systems.

Conference Feedback

You will be emailed a link to the evaluation at the conclusion of the conference; your participation would be appreciated. Feedback is important to ensure changes and improvements are made to future conferences. 

Accommodation

If you have booked your accommodation through the Conference Secretariat your reservation has been confirmed with the hotel. Any amendments to bookings must be sent via the Conference Secretariat. Should you wish to contact the Hotel directly for any other queries, please check the Accommodation webpage for hotel details.

Contact Us

Should you have any questions or require further information, please contact the Conference Secretariat on +61 2 9954 4400 or email ssa2022@dcconferences.com.au

After Wednesday 25 May, please direct all enquiries via the email address above. 

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We are looking forward to, finally, welcoming you to Darwin!