AusSTS 2023

Key Details

Conference Venue Details

Dates: Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th July, 2023
Time: Arrival from 8:30am for a 9am start. See program for further details.

Location: UNSW Sydney CBD Campus
1 O’Connell St, Sydney NSW 2000
Take the elevator directly to level 7 to meet (if you need UNSW reception, this is located level 6).

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Enter the building from O’Connell St, see map and exterior photo above for reference.

Getting to the campus:
The campus is located in the Sydney CBD and accessible by train, bus, or light rail (view map). Closest stations are Circular Quay and Wynyard (both 5 minutes’ walk). For more details on public transport options, please visit Transport NSW.

There is no campus parking available. If you require parking, please see the end of this page for further details.

If you have any questions or specific requirements regarding accessibility, please email mia.harrison@unsw.edu.au

Wi-Fi: Complimentary Wi-Fi is available onsite. Further details can be found here.

Catering: We will provide lunch and refreshments on both days.
Please note that while we have advised catering of all dietary requirements, they cannot guarantee that there will be no traces of allergens found within their catering.

Day 1 Field Trip Details

Date: Monday 17th July, 2023
Time: 7:00–9:00pm. Meet before 6:50pm at the main gates of the Observatory, which is on the southern side of the site. Click here to see a pin.

Location: Sydney Observatory
1003 Upper Fort Street, Millers Point NSW 2000

Details:
In groups, we will rotate through 3 themed stations at the Observatory.

  • History – The history and architecture component of the Observatory tour, you’ll discover the rich history of the site as a place of significance for Indigenous Australians and a centre for scientific activity including milling, defence, signalling, timekeeping, astronomy and meteorology.
  • Astronomy – The astronomy component, you’ll step inside the Observatory’s astronomy domes to see historic and modern telescopes in action. From this spectacular location, you can get spectacular views across Sydney Harbour and view terrestrial objects through a telescope.
  • Observations – The Observatory will set up telescopes on the lawn for observing some objects, as well as naked eye observing.

Groups will spend half an hour at each station. We can then spend the final half hour exploring the Observatory grounds.

Other important information:

  • Numbers for the Sydney Observatory field trip are strictly limited. Please only attend if you have already RSVPd.
  • Sydney Observatory is a 15–20 minute walk from the AusSTS conference venue. This will give you an hour to spare between the end of the Day 1 workshops and our meeting at the Observatory. We recommend that you use this time to grab a quick dinner in the city.
  • Though we have not planned a dinner for the evening of Day 1, we have assembled a few local suggestions for those of you who are unfamiliar with Sydney CBD (click here to view these on an interactive map):

Day 2 Social Gathering Venue Details

Date: Tuesday 18th July, 2023
Time: Approximately 5:30pm. We will walk there together at the conclusion of the Closing Plenary.

Location: KittyHawk
16 Phillip Lane, Sydney NSW 2000 (view map)

Other details:
KittyHawk is a French restaurant and cocktail bar. We have reserved a semi-private area (‘the conservatory‘) to give us an opportunity to continue discussion and socialise in a less formal setting.

Light catering will be provided. Drinks can be purchased at the bar.

COVID-19 Safety

We are excited to have this opportunity to share work and ideas in person with you all. We believe that part of contributing to this community is doing our best to keep each other safe. With this in mind, please familiarise yourself with the following:

  • If you feel unwell or are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms (e.g. cough, fever, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, aches and pains, headache, shortness of breath), please stay home, even if you are testing negative.
  • We encourage you to do a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) before attending AusSTS 2023. A small number of RATs will be available at the conference if you don’t have access to one.
  • Consider wearing an N95/P2 mask, particularly in crowded indoor areas. Some masks will be available if you don’t have one.
  • Consider your eligibility for COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses prior to AusSTS 2023. More information on eligibility and recommendations in Australia can be found here: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/covid-19-vaccines/who-can-get-vaccinated/

Conference Venue Parking Information

Please note: the UNSW CBD campus does not include on-campus parking.

1 O’Connell Street guests can receive a discounted all-day rate Monday to Friday for parking at Secure parking and Wilson Parking. The Secure parking station is located at 109 Pitt Street, near the corner of Pitt and Hunter Street and the entrance to the Wilson car park is on Bligh Street (the Sofitel Wentworth carpark).

All day parking is $45 for entry and departure between 6.00am and midnight the same day. Please speak to UNSW City Centre reception to collect a follow-on voucher (Secure) or to have your ticket stamped (Wilson).

Early bird, weekend rates and additional parking options are available for pre-booking or frequent users via Secure and Wilson. Please check their websites for further information and rates.

Map showing location of nearest parking stations.