Learn more about various general meeting guidelines, local customs, information and travel tips below:
Abstracts
Abstracts will be available as a special compilation from Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis (RPTH), the open access journal of the ISTH. You will be able to access abstracts here or via the online program two weeks prior to the Congress.
Note on Late Breaking Abstracts: Full text of Late Breaking Oral Abstracts will be released via the mobile app and online program at the start of the session.
Abstracts will be available as a special compilation from Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis (RPTH), the open access journal of the ISTH. You will be able to access abstracts here or via the online program two weeks prior to the Congress.
Note on Late Breaking Abstracts: Full text of Late Breaking Oral Abstracts will be released via the mobile app and online program at the start of the session.
Ancillary Meeting Rooms
Ancillary meeting rooms should be requested by April 3, 2019 and are available on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, please click here.
Ancillary meeting rooms should be requested by April 3, 2019 and are available on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, please click here.
ATM/Cash Machines
ATMs are widespread and found in most banks, hotels and shopping centers in Melbourne, as well as at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). ATM’s are located on the concourse of MEC near door 4 and near the Customer Service desk in the Melbourne Convention Centre
ATMs are widespread and found in most banks, hotels and shopping centers in Melbourne, as well as at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). ATM’s are located on the concourse of MEC near door 4 and near the Customer Service desk in the Melbourne Convention Centre
Badges
Participants will receive their name badges when collecting their meeting documents on site. You are required to wear your name badge during all meeting events, including the Networking Event (if you have purchased tickets). Please note that admission to scientific sessions and the exhibition is restricted to participants wearing their badges.
Please note:
Participants will receive their name badges when collecting their meeting documents on site. You are required to wear your name badge during all meeting events, including the Networking Event (if you have purchased tickets). Please note that admission to scientific sessions and the exhibition is restricted to participants wearing their badges.
Please note:
- Exhibitors will not be admitted to the scientific sessions.
- The charge for the replacement of a lost badge is 10 AUD
Banks & Foreign Exchange Offices
The currency in Melbourne is the Australian Dollar (AUD). Only major banks exchange foreign currency. Credit Cards are accepted at most (but not all) major retailers, so it is helpful to have cash for most transactions. Banking hours are Monday to Thursday 09:30 to 16:00 and Friday 09:30 to 17:00. Currency exchange is also available at the airport.
The currency in Melbourne is the Australian Dollar (AUD). Only major banks exchange foreign currency. Credit Cards are accepted at most (but not all) major retailers, so it is helpful to have cash for most transactions. Banking hours are Monday to Thursday 09:30 to 16:00 and Friday 09:30 to 17:00. Currency exchange is also available at the airport.
Certificates of Attendance
Certificates of Attendance will be e-mailed to all attendees after the Congress.
Certificates of Attendance will be e-mailed to all attendees after the Congress.
Childcare
Currently, the ISTH 2019 Congress does not provide childcare services.
Currently, the ISTH 2019 Congress does not provide childcare services.
Climate
Melbourne has a mild Winter climate. Winters are usually quite mild with moderate rainfall. The average temperature in July is 57 degrees F (13 degrees C), with a high around 58 degrees F (14 degrees C) and 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) for a low.
Melbourne has a mild Winter climate. Winters are usually quite mild with moderate rainfall. The average temperature in July is 57 degrees F (13 degrees C), with a high around 58 degrees F (14 degrees C) and 45 degrees F (7 degrees C) for a low.
Cloakroom and Luggage
The cloakrooms (free of charge) are located on the main entrance level of the MCEC off Convention Centre Place. Hours are below:
Saturday, July 6 06:30 – 20:00
Sunday, July 7 06:30 – 20:00
Monday, July 8 06:30 – 20:00
Tuesday, July 9 06:30 – 20:00
Wednesday, July 10 07:30 – 14:30
The cloakrooms (free of charge) are located on the main entrance level of the MCEC off Convention Centre Place. Hours are below:
Saturday, July 6 06:30 – 20:00
Sunday, July 7 06:30 – 20:00
Monday, July 8 06:30 – 20:00
Tuesday, July 9 06:30 – 20:00
Wednesday, July 10 07:30 – 14:30
CME/Accreditation
An application has been made to the UEMS EACCME® for CME accreditation of this event.
An application has been made to the UEMS EACCME® for CME accreditation of this event.
Collaborative Meeting Rooms
The five (5) Attendee Collaborative Meeting Rooms will be small purpose-built meeting rooms accommodating up to five (5) people. These rooms are available at ISTH 2019 for attendees to meet and collaborate in private, formal meeting spaces. Collaborative Meeting Rooms will be free to reserve for up to 45 minutes, beginning at the top of each hour. Collaborative Meeting Rooms are only available to those who have already registered for the Congress.
To register for a collaborative meeting room, please sign into the registration system and select the collaborative meeting room option.
The five (5) Attendee Collaborative Meeting Rooms will be small purpose-built meeting rooms accommodating up to five (5) people. These rooms are available at ISTH 2019 for attendees to meet and collaborate in private, formal meeting spaces. Collaborative Meeting Rooms will be free to reserve for up to 45 minutes, beginning at the top of each hour. Collaborative Meeting Rooms are only available to those who have already registered for the Congress.
To register for a collaborative meeting room, please sign into the registration system and select the collaborative meeting room option.
Conference Capture & Online Content
Although the conference in Melbourne will bring together the leaders in our field, we know there are many medical professionals that can’t be there face-to-face and would still benefit from the ISTH educational content. As the Society looks to the future and in an effort to engage a wider audience, an online component of the meeting is being offered. Plenary and State-of-the-Art lectures will be recorded and available on the ISTH Academy within 48 hours. ISTH Members and Congress attendees have access through their ISTH login information
Although the conference in Melbourne will bring together the leaders in our field, we know there are many medical professionals that can’t be there face-to-face and would still benefit from the ISTH educational content. As the Society looks to the future and in an effort to engage a wider audience, an online component of the meeting is being offered. Plenary and State-of-the-Art lectures will be recorded and available on the ISTH Academy within 48 hours. ISTH Members and Congress attendees have access through their ISTH login information
Congress Bag
The Congress bag including all delegate material will be distributed to registered participants at the Congress bag desk in the Registration Area. Please note that no replacements for lost bags.
The Congress bag including all delegate material will be distributed to registered participants at the Congress bag desk in the Registration Area. Please note that no replacements for lost bags.
Congress Daily News
The ISTH 2019 Congress publishes its official daily news online and via email during the meeting, as well as a post-congress issue two weeks following the meeting. The ISTH Congress Daily can be accessed via the Congress Mobile App and is also sent via email to all congress registrants and ISTH members. It can also be accessed directly online at www.isthcongressdaily.org.
The ISTH 2019 Congress publishes its official daily news online and via email during the meeting, as well as a post-congress issue two weeks following the meeting. The ISTH Congress Daily can be accessed via the Congress Mobile App and is also sent via email to all congress registrants and ISTH members. It can also be accessed directly online at www.isthcongressdaily.org.
Congress Mobile App
Coming soon: Use your mobile device to navigate the ISTH 2019 Congress by downloading the free Congress Mobile App (Apple Store or Google Play). It conveniently provides iPhone/iPad, Windows and Android smartphone and tablet users with on-the-go access to the ISTH 2019’s most important informational and interactive features, such as program overviews, speaker and abstract information, general meeting and exhibitor information, venue and city maps and tips.
Coming soon: Use your mobile device to navigate the ISTH 2019 Congress by downloading the free Congress Mobile App (Apple Store or Google Play). It conveniently provides iPhone/iPad, Windows and Android smartphone and tablet users with on-the-go access to the ISTH 2019’s most important informational and interactive features, such as program overviews, speaker and abstract information, general meeting and exhibitor information, venue and city maps and tips.
Credit Cards
Most major credit cards are accepted in the majority of hotels, restaurants and shops. Discover credit card is generally not accepted in Australia.
Most major credit cards are accepted in the majority of hotels, restaurants and shops. Discover credit card is generally not accepted in Australia.
Currency
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is the unity of currency in Australia, which comes in bills and coins.
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is the unity of currency in Australia, which comes in bills and coins.
Electricity
Electrical sockets in Australia usually supply electricity at a standard of 230 V with a standard frequency of 50 Hz. Australia uses a Type ‘I’ socket. An adapter is necessary if your appliances don’t already have these types of shapes to match the socket.
Electrical sockets in Australia usually supply electricity at a standard of 230 V with a standard frequency of 50 Hz. Australia uses a Type ‘I’ socket. An adapter is necessary if your appliances don’t already have these types of shapes to match the socket.
Embargo Policy
The media, companies and institutions issuing news releases, and others are required to abide by the embargo policies governing the meeting. The abstracts selected for presentation at ISTH 2019 will be available online prior to the meeting.
The information contained in the abstracts is embargoed until the abstracts are available online. Coverage of information that goes beyond that which is contained in the four corners of the abstract (e.g., additional analysis, commentary, or updated information from those individuals and companies involved in the study) is embargoed according to the following criteria:
The media, companies and institutions issuing news releases, and others are required to abide by the embargo policies governing the meeting. The abstracts selected for presentation at ISTH 2019 will be available online prior to the meeting.
The information contained in the abstracts is embargoed until the abstracts are available online. Coverage of information that goes beyond that which is contained in the four corners of the abstract (e.g., additional analysis, commentary, or updated information from those individuals and companies involved in the study) is embargoed according to the following criteria:
- For oral presentations: the embargo time is the start time of the session in which the presentation is being made.
- For poster presentations: the embargo lifts when the poster session containing the poster opens for viewing in the morning (i.e., when the poster hall opens that day).
Emergency Phone Numbers
Dial 000 for all emergencies (police, fire, medical). Callers will then be placed through to the appropriate emergency service.
For Emergencies within the MCEC, please contact the nearest staff person.
Dial 000 for all emergencies (police, fire, medical). Callers will then be placed through to the appropriate emergency service.
For Emergencies within the MCEC, please contact the nearest staff person.
Exhibition Hours
The ISTH 2019 Industry Exhibition is located in the Exhibition Centre in Halls 10 – 20.
Exhibition Hours:
The ISTH 2019 Industry Exhibition is located in the Exhibition Centre in Halls 10 – 20.
Exhibition Hours:
- Sunday, July 7: 09:30-17:30
- Monday, July 8: 09:30-17:30
- Tuesday, July 9: 09:30-17:30
Insurance and Liability
It is recommended that participants obtain adequate insurance coverage for travel, health and accidents before they depart from their countries of residence. ISTH and MCI as organizers cannot accept responsibility for personal injuries, or loss of, or damage to private property belonging to the conference participants and accompanying persons.
It is recommended that participants obtain adequate insurance coverage for travel, health and accidents before they depart from their countries of residence. ISTH and MCI as organizers cannot accept responsibility for personal injuries, or loss of, or damage to private property belonging to the conference participants and accompanying persons.
Internet Stations
The ISTH 2019 Internet Stations are located in the exhibit hall and allow participants to stay connected while attending the congress. Attendees can use the Internet Stations to check email, print airline boarding passes and search the internet.
The ISTH 2019 Internet Stations are located in the exhibit hall and allow participants to stay connected while attending the congress. Attendees can use the Internet Stations to check email, print airline boarding passes and search the internet.
ISTH Academy Digital Learning Experience
Explore the world of online learning at the ISTH Academy Digital Learning Experience. Participants and Academy users may browse the extensive Academy archive including content from past ISTH meetings and the webinar series and browse ISTH 2019 e-posters. Experience everything the ISTH Academy has to offer!
Explore the world of online learning at the ISTH Academy Digital Learning Experience. Participants and Academy users may browse the extensive Academy archive including content from past ISTH meetings and the webinar series and browse ISTH 2019 e-posters. Experience everything the ISTH Academy has to offer!
ISTH Congress TV
The ISTH is proud to present ISTH Congress TV at ISTH 2019, featuring video programming during the meeting. ISTH Congress TV focuses on the scientific content of the Congress, such as reviewing top abstracts, interviews with authors, expert interviews and discussions on the impact of presented data on patient care and much more. Programming will be featured on the ISTH Congress Daily website and archived on the ISTH Academy.
The ISTH is proud to present ISTH Congress TV at ISTH 2019, featuring video programming during the meeting. ISTH Congress TV focuses on the scientific content of the Congress, such as reviewing top abstracts, interviews with authors, expert interviews and discussions on the impact of presented data on patient care and much more. Programming will be featured on the ISTH Congress Daily website and archived on the ISTH Academy.
Italian Pharmaceutical Companies and Delegates
MCI Italia has been assigned to collect – on behalf of ISTH – all applications from Italian pharmaceutical companies and file them with the appropriate Italian Health Ministry officials. For further information, please contact:
MCI Italia
Attn: Mrs Maria Grazia Paolelli
Via della Ferratella in Laterano 41
00184 Rome (Italy)
Tel: +39 06 70495693
Fax: +39 06 7096292
Email: mariagrazia.paolelli@mci-group.com
MCI Italia has been assigned to collect – on behalf of ISTH – all applications from Italian pharmaceutical companies and file them with the appropriate Italian Health Ministry officials. For further information, please contact:
MCI Italia
Attn: Mrs Maria Grazia Paolelli
Via della Ferratella in Laterano 41
00184 Rome (Italy)
Tel: +39 06 70495693
Fax: +39 06 7096292
Email: mariagrazia.paolelli@mci-group.com
Language
The official language of the meeting is English. There is no simultaneous translation service provided.
The official language of the meeting is English. There is no simultaneous translation service provided.
Lost and Found
Found articles may be brought to the Registration Area.
Found articles may be brought to the Registration Area.
Lunches and Coffee Breaks
Lunch is provided as part of the registration fee on each of the congress days. Lunch vouchers are provided as part of the registration package. The vouchers are valid from Sunday, July 7 to Tuesday, July 9.
From Sunday, July 7 to Tuesday, July 9, lunch and coffee breaks will be readily available. On Wednesday, July 10, coffee and a lunch snack will be available in the Foyers of the MCEC.
Lunch is provided as part of the registration fee on each of the congress days. Lunch vouchers are provided as part of the registration package. The vouchers are valid from Sunday, July 7 to Tuesday, July 9.
From Sunday, July 7 to Tuesday, July 9, lunch and coffee breaks will be readily available. On Wednesday, July 10, coffee and a lunch snack will be available in the Foyers of the MCEC.
Mobile Telephones
As a courtesy to speakers and other participants, all mobile phones and pagers must be switched off when attending sessions or symposia.
As a courtesy to speakers and other participants, all mobile phones and pagers must be switched off when attending sessions or symposia.
Notepads and Pens
A notepad and pen are included in the Congress bag.
A notepad and pen are included in the Congress bag.
Online Disclosures
As part of the CME accreditation procedures, all speakers are obliged to provide disclosure of potential conflicts of interest. On the first slide of every presentation, these disclosures must be presented. The Speaker Ready Room can assist you with drafting this slide.
As part of the CME accreditation procedures, all speakers are obliged to provide disclosure of potential conflicts of interest. On the first slide of every presentation, these disclosures must be presented. The Speaker Ready Room can assist you with drafting this slide.
Overflow
Please be advised that overflow rooms are available. Should any session be full, the Overflow will be activated and a hostess will direct you to the Overflow room.
Please be advised that overflow rooms are available. Should any session be full, the Overflow will be activated and a hostess will direct you to the Overflow room.
Parent Rooms
The Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre offers a private and comfortable Parenting Room. This room can be found on the ground floor of the MCEC.
The Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre offers a private and comfortable Parenting Room. This room can be found on the ground floor of the MCEC.
Partner Resource Centers
Partner organizations and congress organizers who would like to announce upcoming meetings may do so by displaying materials at the official Partner Resource Centers. Likewise, participants are encouraged to visit these Resource Centers to learn about upcoming scientific events in the field. Partner Resource Centers are located in the link walkway between the MCEC and the exhibition hall as well as on the first floor of the convention center. The Partner Resource Centers cannot be used for industry or corporate information.
Partner organizations and congress organizers who would like to announce upcoming meetings may do so by displaying materials at the official Partner Resource Centers. Likewise, participants are encouraged to visit these Resource Centers to learn about upcoming scientific events in the field. Partner Resource Centers are located in the link walkway between the MCEC and the exhibition hall as well as on the first floor of the convention center. The Partner Resource Centers cannot be used for industry or corporate information.
Passport Program
Participate in the ISTH 2019 Passport Program by visiting exhibitors or other participating destinations, asking questions and learning about products and services of industry partners and/or Society and the congress. Gain new insights, earn points, compete with your fellow attendees and be eligible to win exciting prizes that the ISTH will raffle off among the highest ranked Passport Program participants. Conveniently access the Passport Program through the Congress Mobile App.
Participate in the ISTH 2019 Passport Program by visiting exhibitors or other participating destinations, asking questions and learning about products and services of industry partners and/or Society and the congress. Gain new insights, earn points, compete with your fellow attendees and be eligible to win exciting prizes that the ISTH will raffle off among the highest ranked Passport Program participants. Conveniently access the Passport Program through the Congress Mobile App.
Photo/Recording Policy
Any form of duplication (recording, audio taping, photography and/or video) of sessions is prohibited without expressed written consent of the author and congress organizer. Please do not use your mobile device to duplicate or record any sessions.
We kindly ask that attendees DO NOT photograph, record, film, or use a cellphone to capture images of presentations at any time during the meeting, as well as on the poster and exhibit floors.
Please note that you may be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during your visit by the official ISTH 2019 photography/video team. By entering the ISTH 2019 Congress, you agree to each of the following: 1) You consent to be photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded in connection with, or as part of ISTH 2019 journalistic, advertising, marketing, promotional, archival and/or security activities; 2) You consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the world in perpetuity, without compensation to you, of your appearance, voice and/or name for the above noted purposes; 3) You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on these consents given by you by entering the congress; 4) To protect, among other things, the personal information of our attendees, you agree not to reproduce, perform, display or upload any photographs of sessions/presentations.
If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed via the official congress photography and video team, kindly inform representatives of your preference.
Any form of duplication (recording, audio taping, photography and/or video) of sessions is prohibited without expressed written consent of the author and congress organizer. Please do not use your mobile device to duplicate or record any sessions.
We kindly ask that attendees DO NOT photograph, record, film, or use a cellphone to capture images of presentations at any time during the meeting, as well as on the poster and exhibit floors.
Please note that you may be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during your visit by the official ISTH 2019 photography/video team. By entering the ISTH 2019 Congress, you agree to each of the following: 1) You consent to be photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded in connection with, or as part of ISTH 2019 journalistic, advertising, marketing, promotional, archival and/or security activities; 2) You consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the world in perpetuity, without compensation to you, of your appearance, voice and/or name for the above noted purposes; 3) You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on these consents given by you by entering the congress; 4) To protect, among other things, the personal information of our attendees, you agree not to reproduce, perform, display or upload any photographs of sessions/presentations.
If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed via the official congress photography and video team, kindly inform representatives of your preference.
Pocket Program
A pocket program is provided to participants upon registration. It is a handy reference and contains a program-at-a-glance, venue and congress information and map, and other useful tips.
A pocket program is provided to participants upon registration. It is a handy reference and contains a program-at-a-glance, venue and congress information and map, and other useful tips.
Poster Guidelines
Click here for guidelines.
Click here for guidelines.
Poster Printing Service
Accepted poster presenters were offered the opportunity to have their posters professionally printed and delivered to the congress at no cost. If you have opted to take advantage of this service, you can pick up your poster(s) at the Poster Pick-Up Booth located in the exhibition hall during the following times:
Date Opening Hours
Sunday, July 7 09:30 – 17:30
Monday, July 8 09:30 – 17:30
Tuesday, July 9 09:30 – 17:30
Accepted poster presenters were offered the opportunity to have their posters professionally printed and delivered to the congress at no cost. If you have opted to take advantage of this service, you can pick up your poster(s) at the Poster Pick-Up Booth located in the exhibition hall during the following times:
Date Opening Hours
Sunday, July 7 09:30 – 17:30
Monday, July 8 09:30 – 17:30
Tuesday, July 9 09:30 – 17:30
Poster Sessions
Posters will be presented on different days during the congress and are accessible at the same times as the exhibition opening hours. The official poster sessions with presenters will take place as follows:
Date Time
Sunday, July 7 18:30 – 19:30
Monday, July 8 18:30 – 19:30
Tuesday, July 9 18:30 – 19:30
Poster Areas are located in the Exhibition Hall. Posters can be hung beginning at 09:30 on the day you are to present and should be dismantled by 19:30 that day. Posters not taken down after the dismantling time will be discarded.
Poster strips are available for hanging posters and can be found at the Poster Help Desk located next to the Poster Area.
Posters will be presented on different days during the congress and are accessible at the same times as the exhibition opening hours. The official poster sessions with presenters will take place as follows:
Date Time
Sunday, July 7 18:30 – 19:30
Monday, July 8 18:30 – 19:30
Tuesday, July 9 18:30 – 19:30
Poster Areas are located in the Exhibition Hall. Posters can be hung beginning at 09:30 on the day you are to present and should be dismantled by 19:30 that day. Posters not taken down after the dismantling time will be discarded.
Poster strips are available for hanging posters and can be found at the Poster Help Desk located next to the Poster Area.
Prayer Room
An all-denomination prayer room is located on the ground floor of the Melbourne Convention Centre near Goldfield’s Café. There will be signage directing you to the dedicated prayer room. Contact ISTH registration or the nearby customer service desk if you need assistance locating the room.
An all-denomination prayer room is located on the ground floor of the Melbourne Convention Centre near Goldfield’s Café. There will be signage directing you to the dedicated prayer room. Contact ISTH registration or the nearby customer service desk if you need assistance locating the room.
Product Theaters
The ISTH 2019 features Product Theaters that allow companies and organizations to present new research findings on products, provide product details, and/or give demonstrations to a small group of interested participants. Product Theaters A-D are located on the Exhibition Floor. Their programs can be found in the dedicated section in this program, as well as in the official ISTH 2019 Show Guide publication. Product Theater presentations take place daily (Sunday-Tuesday) between 12:15 and 13:00.
The ISTH 2019 features Product Theaters that allow companies and organizations to present new research findings on products, provide product details, and/or give demonstrations to a small group of interested participants. Product Theaters A-D are located on the Exhibition Floor. Their programs can be found in the dedicated section in this program, as well as in the official ISTH 2019 Show Guide publication. Product Theater presentations take place daily (Sunday-Tuesday) between 12:15 and 13:00.
Program Changes
Program changes will be made public via the official ISTH 2019 Congress Mobile App and the website.
Program changes will be made public via the official ISTH 2019 Congress Mobile App and the website.
Registration Hours
Registration will open Friday, July 5 from 15:00 – 19:00 The registration area is located on the main entrance level of the MCEC and is open during the following hours:
Registration will open Friday, July 5 from 15:00 – 19:00 The registration area is located on the main entrance level of the MCEC and is open during the following hours:
- Friday, July 5: 15:00-19:00
- Saturday, July 6: 06:30-19:00
- Sunday, July 7: 07:00-19:00
- Monday, July 8: 07:00-19:00
- Tuesday, July 9: 07:00-19:00
- Wednesday, July 10: 07:30-14:00
Relax and Recharge Areas
Relax and unwind in the dedicated Relax and Recharge areas at the Congress. Busy participants can sit, continue their conversations with colleagues or get some work done. These areas offer outlets to recharge computers/mobile devices either on site or to leave them in the provided charging stations. Relax and Recharge areas are located in the Exhibition Halls
Relax and unwind in the dedicated Relax and Recharge areas at the Congress. Busy participants can sit, continue their conversations with colleagues or get some work done. These areas offer outlets to recharge computers/mobile devices either on site or to leave them in the provided charging stations. Relax and Recharge areas are located in the Exhibition Halls
Restaurants
Melbourne is an international metropolis and has a variety of cuisines to choose from when dining out.
Tipping isn't obligatory in Australia and tips are completely optional, although in restaurants it is common to tip 10% for exceptional service. For more information and to find the right restaurant please visit https://www.australia.com/en-us/things-to-do/food-and-wine.html
Melbourne is an international metropolis and has a variety of cuisines to choose from when dining out.
Tipping isn't obligatory in Australia and tips are completely optional, although in restaurants it is common to tip 10% for exceptional service. For more information and to find the right restaurant please visit https://www.australia.com/en-us/things-to-do/food-and-wine.html
Shopping in Melbourne
Melbourne is a shopping paradise. From traditional and new department stores, modern shopping malls, luxury designer shops to small handcraft manufactures, flea and antique markets and bargain stores - you'll find it all. In the City Centre, shops are generally open Monday to Saturday, 10:00 to 18:00, extending to 21:00 on Fridays. On Sunday, many city retailers are open 10:00 to 17:00. Visit https://www.australia.com/en-us/things-to-do/shopping.html for more information.
Melbourne is a shopping paradise. From traditional and new department stores, modern shopping malls, luxury designer shops to small handcraft manufactures, flea and antique markets and bargain stores - you'll find it all. In the City Centre, shops are generally open Monday to Saturday, 10:00 to 18:00, extending to 21:00 on Fridays. On Sunday, many city retailers are open 10:00 to 17:00. Visit https://www.australia.com/en-us/things-to-do/shopping.html for more information.
Smoking
Please note that this is a non-smoking meeting. Smoking is neither permitted in or outside the meeting halls nor in the exhibition area.
Please note that this is a non-smoking meeting. Smoking is neither permitted in or outside the meeting halls nor in the exhibition area.
Social Media
ISTH 2019 encourages the use of social media, such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media platforms at the conference as a way to summarize, highlight, excerpt, review or promote the presented materials, of the Congress in general, provided that:
ISTH 2019 encourages the use of social media, such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media platforms at the conference as a way to summarize, highlight, excerpt, review or promote the presented materials, of the Congress in general, provided that:
- Copyright law is observed
- Verbatim information is limited to a few quotes
- The author or speaker is referenced and cited appropriately. To get the latest updates throughout the Congress, follow ISTH online via the following links:
Taxes
In Australia, a GST or Goods and Services Tax is included in the price of most goods and services found in Australia. It typically comes as a flat rate of 10%, but some items such as food, exports, education, and health are excluded from the GST.
In Australia, a GST or Goods and Services Tax is included in the price of most goods and services found in Australia. It typically comes as a flat rate of 10%, but some items such as food, exports, education, and health are excluded from the GST.
Time Zone
Standard time zone: UTC +10 hour
Daylight Savings Time: +1 hour
Melbourne is on AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
Standard time zone: UTC +10 hour
Daylight Savings Time: +1 hour
Melbourne is on AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
Tipping
In Australia, tipping is not necessarily expected everywhere you go. If the service is exceptional, you can certainly tip at your convenience. Tax and service fees are already included in food prices, per the law.
Taxis: Is optional, but $2 to $5 is appropriate
Restaurants: Is optional, but 10% is appropriate
Room Maids: Is optional, but a couple of dollars and a nice note is appropriate
In Australia, tipping is not necessarily expected everywhere you go. If the service is exceptional, you can certainly tip at your convenience. Tax and service fees are already included in food prices, per the law.
Taxis: Is optional, but $2 to $5 is appropriate
Restaurants: Is optional, but 10% is appropriate
Room Maids: Is optional, but a couple of dollars and a nice note is appropriate
Local Transit
Melbourne has running trams, trains and buses that travel during daylight hours and some in the night hours. Melbourne’s ticket to enjoy these amenities is called a myki. For more information on local transit please visit: https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/getting-around/visiting-melbourne/
Free Tram Zone runs the City Circle Tram that runs all days of the week during daytime hours. The ride is free as long as your journey stays within the specified zone.
Melbourne has running trams, trains and buses that travel during daylight hours and some in the night hours. Melbourne’s ticket to enjoy these amenities is called a myki. For more information on local transit please visit: https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/getting-around/visiting-melbourne/
Free Tram Zone runs the City Circle Tram that runs all days of the week during daytime hours. The ride is free as long as your journey stays within the specified zone.
Travel Awards
Travel Award recipients can go to the specific “Travel Award” desk in the Registration Area on the main entrance level of the MCEC to receive their grant. Grants can be collected during these specified times:
Travel Award recipients can go to the specific “Travel Award” desk in the Registration Area on the main entrance level of the MCEC to receive their grant. Grants can be collected during these specified times:
- Saturday, July 6: 06:30-19:00
- Sunday, July 7: 07:00-19:00
- Monday, July 8: 07:00-19:00
- Tuesday, July 9: 07:00-19:00
Venue
ISTH 2019 will take place at The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). Located at just a walking distance from Melbourne’s city centre, the MCEC is an ideal location for the ISTH 2019 Congress.
See the address and contact info below:
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf
Victoria
Australia, 3006
Phone: +61 3 9235 8000
Email: enquiries@mcec.com.au
ISTH 2019 will take place at The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). Located at just a walking distance from Melbourne’s city centre, the MCEC is an ideal location for the ISTH 2019 Congress.
See the address and contact info below:
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf
Victoria
Australia, 3006
Phone: +61 3 9235 8000
Email: enquiries@mcec.com.au
Virtual Delegate Bag
Consult the ISTH 2019 Virtual Delegate Bag to take advantage of a new and innovative service. Receive exclusive and valuable information from the ISTH and its partner organizations, as well as supporters and exhibitors. Conveniently accessible via the Congress Mobile App. The Virtual Delegate Bag is always with you without having to carry it around.
Consult the ISTH 2019 Virtual Delegate Bag to take advantage of a new and innovative service. Receive exclusive and valuable information from the ISTH and its partner organizations, as well as supporters and exhibitors. Conveniently accessible via the Congress Mobile App. The Virtual Delegate Bag is always with you without having to carry it around.
Visa
For information on Australian visas, please see this page: https://www.australia.gov.au/information-and-services/immigration-and-visas. Unless you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, you will need a visa to enter Australia.
For information on Australian visas, please see this page: https://www.australia.gov.au/information-and-services/immigration-and-visas. Unless you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, you will need a visa to enter Australia.
Water Stations
Staying hydrated is always important, particularly during a busy day at ISTH 2019. Water stations are located throughout the convention center for the convenience of our attendees.
Staying hydrated is always important, particularly during a busy day at ISTH 2019. Water stations are located throughout the convention center for the convenience of our attendees.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is available throughout the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Network: ISTH2019
Password: Roche2019
Wi-Fi is available throughout the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Network: ISTH2019
Password: Roche2019