Perth Airport - BCA 2015 National Convention
Hi Everyone,
I have developed a relationship with Perth Airport in the lead-up to the Blind
Citizens Australia National Convention.
http://wordpress.bca.org.au/bca-2015-national-convention/
For Convention Attendees arriving at Perth Domestic Airport on Friday 9th and
leaving on Sunday 11th and Monday 12th October, Perth Airport as part of their
service will have "Airport Ambassadors" to assist if needed. The "Ambassadors"
will be able to assist you to locate the Luggage collection, located luggage
trolleys, take dog guides to appropriate areas for dog guide toileting, assist
you to access transport options such as the Taxi Rank and any other assistance
to help you navigate Perth Domestic Airport.
The Perth "Airport Ambassadors" can NOT carry or lift luggage for people, but
they can assist by locating luggage trolleys for you.
The Perth "Airport Ambassadors" are NOT a Meet and Greet Service.
The Meet and Greet Service which is an obligation service of the Airlines, will
be something you are to arrange yourself with your chosen Airline when booking
your flight or confirming your flight.
The "Airport Ambassadors" are volunteers giving up their time to assist people
who are blind or vision impaired to access Perth Domestic Airport as part of
the relationship between Perth Airport and Blind Citizens Australia for the
National Convention.
Below is information about the Convention, including, Registrations
information, Program information, Associated Events information, Mercure Hotel
information and social media information. Please note that Registrations close
on 24 September 2015.
Convention information will only be provided to people in their chosen
accessible format if they have Registered by 24 September.
Bye for now Erika WebbChair of 2015 National Convention Planning Committee
#BCACONVBlind Citizens AustraliaWednesday 2nd September
2015erikaweb@xxxxxxxxx.au08 9401 6078041 991 8264Website: bca.org.auTwitter:
@au_BCA
ABN: 90 006 985 226 BCA acknowledges the traditional owners of country
throughout Australia, and their continuing connection to land, sea and
community. We pay our respects to them and their cultures, and to elders both
past and present.
Blind Citizens Australia (BCA) 2015 National Convention
Blind Citizens Australia (BCA) is the representative body for Australians who
are blind or vision impaired. The organisation advocates on key issues and
works to connect its members across the country. Its national convention, held
biennially, provides the opportunity for people who are blind and vision
impaired to share developments in range of issues.
This year’s theme is “Looking Forward Looking Back” Celebrating Blind Citizens
Australia.
It is the 40th Anniversary of Blind Citizens Australia so the Convention Dinner
theme is Ruby, attendees can celebrate by wearing shades of Red.
Event detailsDate: Saturday 10 – Sunday 11 October 2015Starting with a Welcome
function hosted by Blind Citizens WA on Friday 9th October evening.
Follow along on Twitter using the hashtag #BCACONV and on Twitter@au_BCA
Venue: Mercure Perth Hotel10 Irwin Street, Perth WA 6000Phone: 08 9326 7000
The current draft version of the Program is available online at:
http://wordpress.bca.org.au/bca-2015-national-convention/
Registrations are now open – closing Thursday 24 September 2015.
You can Register online via the BCA website at:
http://wordpress.bca.org.au/bca-2015-national-convention/You can Register by
downloading the Registration Form and filling it out.You can Register by
contacting the BCA National Office and they can assist you to Register over the
phone.
Convention Registration will be:Full Registration (includes Saturday, Sunday
and Convention Dinner) $195.00ORDaily Registration Saturday or Sunday (includes
lunch) $75.00Convention Dinner (Saturday) $ 60.00
Accommodation is booked directly with the Mercure. BCA has booked a set number
of rooms, please quote Blind Citizens Australia National Convention at the time
of book to receive a discount.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday Nights $149.00 Per night, book directly with
Mercure, but quote Blind Citizens Australia National Convention to receive a
discount. Full buffet breakfast $20.00 per person (reduced from $35)
We are also seeking Expressions of Interest from Volunteers who wish to assist
during the National Convention, please contact the BCA National Office on 1800
033 660 or by emailing <bca@xxxxxxxxxx>