ACAG stands for the Australasian Council of Auditors-General. Membership of ACAG is open to the Auditors-General of all audit jurisdictions within Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Papua New Guinea. ACAG award nominations come from member organisations across a range of categories. A panel selects the winners, who are traditionally announced at the conference dinner.

The conference will be held at Sofitel on Collins, 25 Collins St, Melbourne, Australia.

Yes.

Melbourne Museum, 11 Nicholson Street, Carlton VIC 3053

Walking
Walking from the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins to the Melbourne Museum takes approximately 15–20 minutes (about 1.2 km). Head east on Collins St, turn left onto Exhibition St, continue onto Rathdowne St, and turn right into Carlton Gardens to reach the museum entrance, situated near the Museums Victoria parking area.

Tram Access
To get from the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins to the Melbourne Museum, take tram 86 or 96 from nearby Bourke Street (Stop 5 or 6) heading towards East Melbourne/Carlton. Get off at Stop 11 (Melbourne Museum/Nicholson St). The trip takes approx. 10–15 minutes, with the museum located inside the Carlton Gardens.

Yes, contact Cathy D'Aloia at cathy@kecreative.com.au.

Please be advised that refunds are not available. However, transfers are permitted. For assistance, please contact Cathy D’Aloia at cathy@kecreative.com.au.

Dress code for the conference is smart casual business attire.

Dress code for the conference dinner is semi-formal.

4 November | Sofitel Foyer : 08:00 – 09:00

If you have advised us of any special dietary requirements (you are able to do so in the registration form), the caterers at each function will be notified. A special buffet table will be set during the day for special diets. If you are unsure, please see the staff at the Registration Desk.

All delegates will be provided with a name badge, which will give you access to all sessions. Please ensure you always wear your name badge.

Free wireless internet access is available for the duration of the conference. The password and login details will be available at the conference.

As a courtesy to other delegates, please ensure that all mobile phones are turned off or on silent mode during all sessions.

Delegates may take photos or videos for personal, non-commercial use, provided it is not disruptive.

The members of the conference organising committee and Ke. Creative accept no liability for personal accident or loss, or damage suffered by any participant, accompanying person, invited observer or any other person by whatever means. Neither do we accept liability for any equipment nor software brought to the conference by delegates, speakers, sponsors or any other party.

Please protect your personal property. Do not leave laptops, cameras, and other valuable items unsecured. Be conscious of individuals who appear out of place and do not wear a conference name badge. Advise staff if this does occur.

Unless you are an Australian citizen, you will need a valid Australian visa to enter the country. New Zealand passport holders can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. All other passport holders, regardless of age, must apply for a visa before leaving home.

For more information visit the Tourism Australia website.