Social Program

A busy and exciting social program will be developed to give delegates and their companions an opportunity to take advantage of the unique and varied attractions available in this beautiful city. We suggest that delegates plan to stay a few extra days in Australia before or after the Conference to enable them to get to know this magnificent country.

Included Social Program

The following events are included in the registration fee for delegates. If you require additional tickets please indicate when registering online.

Women’s Business Lawyers Drinks Reception
Sunday 30 April 2006
1730 - 1830 hours Buses departing Hilton from 1710 hours
Dress: Smart Casual
Venue: Art Gallery of NSW

New Members and IPBA Scholars Drinks Reception
Sunday 30 April 2006
1730 - 1830 hours Buses departing Hilton from 1710 hours
Dress: Smart Casual
Venue: Art Gallery of NSW

Welcome Reception
Sunday 30 April 2006
1830-2000 hours
Venue: Art Gallery of NSW
Dress: Smart Casual
An invitation is extended to all delegates and registered accompanying persons to attend the Welcome Reception to be held at the Art Gallery of NSW. Enjoy canapés, renew old friendships and explore this wonderful venue as we welcome you to Sydney.
Additional tickets: A$95.00 per person

Conference Committee Dinners
1900-2230 hours
Monday 1 May 2006
Venue: Various Restaurants
Dress: Smart Casual
A memorable highlight of the Conference will be the Committee Dinners. These will be located at a number of different restaurants in Sydney’s historic ‘The Rocks’. Enjoy dinner and Australian wines and beers while meeting and networking with likeminded delegates.
Additional tickets: A$145.00 per person

Farewell Event
1900-2300 hours
Tuesday 2 May 2006
Venue: Luna Park
Dress: Smart Casual
The event at Luna Park, offers the perfect opportunity to unwind with friends while overlooking the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and Harbour . Enjoy a fun evening as we farewell the Conference and Sydney!
Additional tickets: A$175.00 per person

Optional Social Program

OS1: A Night at Sydney Opera House
Sydney Symphony presents “Jazz Meets the Symphony”
Date: Thursday 4 May 2006
Time: 2000 – 2145hrs
Cost: $92.00 (A Reserve)
Multi-award-winning jazz legend Lalo Schifrin returns to lead the Symphony in stylish, swinging symphonic jazz. Schifrin’s Grammy Award-winning Jazz Meets the Symphony project brings together great jazz artists, James Morrison and Christian McBride to perform brilliant arrangements of jazz standards and original tunes. Shifrin’s concerts were a sell out in 2005, so don’t miss your opportunity to attend this colourful and lively concert at the unforgettable Sydney Opera House.