We are excited to have your support for the Speech Pathology Australia 2023 National Conference, taking place in the beautiful city of Hobart. As an exhibitor, we want to provide you with all the resources you need to make the most of your presence at the conference. That's why we have prepared some helpful information to guide you in setting up your exhibition stand. These documents will remain available on this page, so you can conveniently access them at any time. We can't wait to see the creative ways you showcase your brand at the SPA National Conference and connect with attendees. Thank you for your support and we look forward to working with you!

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Terms and Conditions

By completing and submitting an exhibitor booking form, you agree and understand the sponsorship and exhibition terms and conditions.

Exhibition Schedule

Sunday 21 May	12:00 pm - 4:30 pm	Exhibitor bump-in
	5:00 pm - 6:00 pm	Welcome drinks
Monday 22 May	7:00 am	Exhibitors access to exhibition to complete bump-in (if required)
	8:00 am - 5:00 pm	Exhibition floor open
Tuesday 23 May	8:00 am - 5:00 pm	Exhibition floor open
Wednesday 24 May	8:00 am - 4:00 pm	Exhibition floor open
	4:00 pm - 5:00 pm	Exhibition bump-out

Conference Venue: Hobart Convention and Exhibition Centre at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart

The exhibition will be located in the Federation Ballroom of the Hobart Convention and Exhibition Centre.Please refer to the HCEC Exhibition Services for information on venue regulations and other services such as:

• Deliveries and loading docks (including delivery labels)
• Stand cleaning/rubbish removal
• Sampling guidelines

Safety Requirements

For safety purposes, all staff present during bump-in or bump-out must wear a hi-vis vest and closed-toe shoes. Kindly note that children under the age of 15 are not permitted on-site during move-in or move-out. Any electrical appliances brought onsite must be tested and tagged by a licensed electrician.

Deliveries 

General deliveries should be sent to the Macquarie Street loading dock. All deliveries need to be labelled correctly using the delivery label. Goods that are not labelled clearly will not be accepted. HGCH may sign for goods but accepts no responsibility for the security or safety of goods delivered into the venue.  Deliveries will only be accepted a maximum of three days prior to the start of the venue hire. HGCH reserves the right to refuse delivery of items prior to this. Goods that do not fit in the lifts will be left on the loading bay until there is a representative from the sender to witness unpacking to accept responsibility of the goods and ensure their safety and security.   

Loading Dock height: Ground to platform 1.20m  

Deliveries to the Macquarie Street loading dock are limited to the following 

Maximum size: 1.20m W by 2.00m H by 1.20m D 
Maximum weight: 1800kg (service lift access)  

Goods must be collected 1 working day after the event has concluded, or the following business day. Items not collected may be disposed of by the Hotel. 

Storage

Limited complimentary storage for stand merchandise and small items will be available outside of the exhibition hall. 

Exhibitors may not leave boxes and packing material in the exhibition display area during the show.If you have large items, such as pallets or packaging, these need to be stored off-site.

Accommodation

Ozaccom has been appointed by Speech Pathology Australia as our accommodation manager. We highly recommend booking your accommodation early to ensure you get the best choice of rooms and locations. Please visit the accommodation and flights page for options and further information. 

Promotion

We encourage you to let colleagues and peers know that your organisation will be exhibiting at the conference, and be sure to invite your colleagues and peers to visit your exhibition stand and explore the conference program together. Download the social media tiles and see some example text below to assist. 

We're excited to be exhibiting at the upcoming Speech Pathology Australia 2023 National Conference! Looking forward to showcasing our products/services and connecting with industry professionals. See you in Hobart!

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Hashtags

#SPAConf 
#WeSpeechies 
#SPAhobart2023

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Standard Booth Package includes:

Booth

• Exhibition booth: A 3m x 2m x 2.4m (high) exhibition booth with walls made of an aluminium frame and white melamine panels.
• Fascia: One fascia with your company name (up to 30 characters).
• Lighting: Two LED spotlights mounted to the rear of the booth.
• Power: 4 AMP power supply with 4-way power board.
• Furniture: One trestle table and black cloth with two chairs.

Note: Only one trestle table is supplied with each exhibition booth. Any additional trestle tables and furniture must be ordered through Expo Tas.

Marketing

• Company logo on website: Your company logo will appear in the exhibition section of the conference website with a direct link to your company.
• Company name in conference handbook: Your company name will be placed in the exhibition section of the A5 conference handbook.
• Company logo and profile on mobile app: Your company logo and profile (100 words) will be included in the conference mobile app.
• Delegate list: A delegate list will be provided one week prior to the commencement of the Conference.

Registration

• Registrations: Two complimentary exhibitor passes are included, providing access to the exhibition area, daily catering, and one ticket each to the Networking Reception and Conference Dinner. 
• Morning plenary sessions: Access to morning plenary sessions only and subject to availability.

Additional purchases 

Concurrent Session Access

If you're attending the conference as an exhibitor, the following registration options are available:

• SPA Member: $440.00 (inc GST)
  This registration is only available to current SPA financial members who are attending their company stand as a complimentary exhibitor. It allows you to attend all concurrent sessions over the three days of the conference.