Grape Xpectations
Thank you 2011 Conference Sponsors
ATGA thanks all conference partners for their generous support.
2011 Conference Major Sponsor - MADEC
8th Australian Table Grape Conference 'GrapeXpectations'
The Australian Table Grape Association thanks and acknowledges the conference
Major Sponsor
MADEC are proud to be the major sponsor of the 8th Australian Table Grape Conference. MADEC is a not for profit business offering employment and training solutions throughout regional Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia. Employment services include: National Harvest Labour Information Service, Harvest Labour Services and Pacific Seasonal Worker Scheme. Employment programs are supported by a wide range of training options delivered through MADEC Community College including nationally accredited qualifications, traineeships and short courses.
Head Office 126-130 Deakin Avenue Mildura Victoria 3500
Telephone 03 5021 3472
Web www.madec.edu.au
Conference Proceedings Friday 23rd September - Session 7
- Market and Consumer Trends in the US. Jennifer Hashim
- Australian table grape market and consumer trends. Michael Simonetta, Perfection Fresh Australia Pty Ltd
- The GrapeConnect maturity standard program (2004-2007). Richard Lomman and Anne Larard, GrapeConnect
- Insights into table grape consumption in North Asian markets. Ross Clarke, Bryan Balmer, Stephen Baud -DPI
Conference Proceedings Friday 23rd September - Session 6
The following proceedings are available as PDF files.
- AQIS reforms- report back from Ministerial taskforce & key elements to beig a successful exporter. David Minnis M and A Exports P/L
- Chemical Use and Compliance with Minimum Residue Limits. Steven Field, DPI Chemical Standards Field Services
- MRL issues in key export markets. Marcel Essling, Australian Wine Research Institute
- Overseas Market Opportunities for Australian Table Grapes. David Minnis
Conference Proceedings Thursday 22nd September - Session 3
The following proceedings are available as PDF files.
- Robin Ross Acadian Seaplants Limited -Marine plant products as fertilisers and biostimulants
- Brett Ryan Sumitimo Chemicals- Plant Growth Regulators
- Alwyn van Jaarsveld, Caroline Adams, Gillian Ambler- Grapetek Pty Ltd, Cape Town South Africa and Freshtec Pty Ltd, Sydney Australia
Conference Proceedings Wednesday 21st September - Session 1
The following proceedings are available as PDF files.
- Driving category growth through innovation by David Hughes (Powerpoint Presentation)
- ATGA marketing by Gunjan Tandan
- Overview of the Australian table grape industry and future trends by Yahaya Kanj
Conference Proceedings 21st September - Session 2
The following proceedings are available as PDF files.
- Australian table grape breeding program update by Peter Clingeleffer
- Update interesting table grape varieties in the pipleline around the world by Jaco Smit
- Commericalisation & performance of new varieties in Western Australia by Roger Fahl
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Conference Registration Form
Registrations are now CLOSED for the 8th Australian Table Grape Conference-major sponsor MADEC.
Early Bird Registration: closed Friday 9th September $240.00 GST inc.
Full Conference Registration after 9th September: $275.00
(Program details accurate at the time of printing but subject to change.)
Download Conference Program and Registration Form
CONFERENCE INFORMATION for DELEGATES
Key Dates
Early Bird Registration: closes Friday, September 9th 2011
- Day One 21st September 10am registration desk and trade display open
Conference welcome 12:45pm followed by Sessions 1 and 2
Welcome Reception 5:30 pm - 6:30pm
- Day Two 22nd September 8.30am commencement followed by Sessions 3, 4 and 5 (Field Tour)
Conference Gala Dinner 7.30pm with speaker/comedian Bruno Lucia
- Day Three 23rd September 8.25am commencement followed by Sessions 6 and 7
Conference Close 1:15pm
Registration
Early Bird by 9th September- $240.00 ( including GST)
After 9th September $275.00 ( inclusive of GST)
Conference Registration Brochure-expected to be published on this site Thursday 11th August
Conference Venue/Hotel Room Booking
Quality Hotel Mildura Grand
Seventh St, Mildura, VIC 3500 (03) 5023 0511
Toll free 1800 034 228 (24 hours)
or book online by clicking here.
Telephone: (03) 5023 0511
Facsimile: (03) 5022 1801
Address: Seventh Street, Mildura Victoria 3500
Email: info@qualityhotelmilduragrand.com.au
Special courtesy room blocks have been arranged at the Conference Venue, Quality Hotel Mildura Grand, Victoria at a reduced conference rate. When making a reservation, please identify yourself as part of the 8th Australian Table Grape Conference to receive the special rate. You must call the hotel directly to get these rates; the conference rates are not available with online registration. In order to receive the conference rate and assure availability, you must book your room no later than August 31. After this date the Hotel may offer rooms at these rates however they cannot guarantee availability.
- Grand Executive rooms at $178.50.00 per night* Fully refurbished room (majority of rooms have balconies)
- Grand Rooms at $148.75 per night* Refurbished internal room
*All rates included a complimentary Full cooked buffet breakfast daily
*All rates are based on 1 or 2 people per room per night.
Location
The Conference will be held in Mildura Victoria. An airport is located in Mildura with regular services from Melbourne operated by Qantas, REX and Virgin.
Downtown Mildura features boutiques, bookstores, restaurants, galleries, and many tourist attractions in the surrounding areas such as Mungo National Park.
General information on the city of Mildura and nearby towns can be found at several websites we have provided only a few :
http://www.visitmildura.com.au/
www.milduravictoria.com.au
www.discoveraustralia.com.au/victoria/mildura.html
- By Air:
The closest airport is the Mildura located about 12 minutes from the Conference Venue, /Mildura CBD via taxi. From Mildura Airport, travellers can fly to Melbourne.
- By Car:
If renting a car, Mildura can be reached from Adelaide via the Sturt Highway, and from Melbourne via the Calder Highway.
- By Bus
Buses travel between Mildura and Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, and other towns in Victoria and NSW.
- Getting Around
The best way to get around Mildura, and to explore sites outside the town, is by car. Car rentals are available at the airport. Excellent taxi services are also available.
Mildura also has two bus companies that offer local and inter-city services.
Conference Sponsorship & Participation Opportunities
The 8th Australian Table Grape Conference ( September 2011, themed 'grapeXpectations') is a remarkable event that brings together under the one roof industry at large and various sectors including government and private organisations; thereby serving as a platform for an open and wide-ranging marketing opportunity. We urge your organisation to take advantage of this ideal opportunity to show your full support for the table industry. In return organisers are hoping to attract over 200 delegates and will deliver broad exposure through various media in the lead up to and following the conference.
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