Cancellation of Registration Deadline: 18 September 2023 Cancellations must be notified in writing (e-mail is sufficient) to the Conference Secretariat. Cancellations made by 18 September 2023 will result in a full refund less $150 to cover administration costs. As an alternative to cancellation, your registration may be transferred to another person until the start date of the conference without incurring any cost penalty. Refunds for cancellations received after 18 September 2023 will only be made in exceptional circumstances. The host reserves final decision on a case-by-case basis for granting a cancellation in extenuating circumstances. It is recommended that travel insurance be secured personally upon registering. The Conference Secretariat must be advised in writing of any alterations or transfers of registrations. Disclaimer All best endeavours will be made to present the program as published on the website. The conference and its agents reserve the right to alter without prior notice, any of the arrangements, timetables, plans or other items relating to the meeting, for any cause beyond its reasonable control. The host and the Conference Organisers are not liable for any loss or inconvenience caused as a result of such alteration. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, the host and the Conference Organisers do not accept responsibility for the loss of monies caused by delays. Participants are advised to take out personal travel insurance and to extend their policy to cover personal possessions. The conference does not cover individuals against cancellations of bookings or theft or damage to belongings. Conference Postponement In the event of a postponement, all registrations will automatically be transferred to the new Conference dates. All components of your registration including accommodation bookings and Welcome Reception RSVP will also be transferred. If you are unable to attend on the new dates, you may contact the Conference Secretariat to request a transfer of your registration to a colleague at no cost, or request a cancellation and refund which will incur a $150 administration fee up until the Registration Cancellation Deadline. Conference Cancellation In the event of the cancellation of the conference, all registrations and associated components of attendance will be cancelled and amounts refunded in full. State Borders Closed Should Australian Federal &/or State Governments make a decision relating to COVID-19 gatherings, closure of borders and travel restrictions, a full refund will be offered for the value of your registration inclusive of any social function tickets. For any accommodation bookings, the Conference Secretariat will contact the hotel and put in a request for cancellation, however, the cancellation fee will be at the discretion of each hotel.