General Information   Conference Venue The conference will be held at Rutherford Hotel, Nelson. Nelson www.nelsonnz.com A gem amongst gems Nelson region is well recognised for it's diversity of landscape, culture, art  and being blessed with the most hospitable of climates. Couple this with the ease of access to it's  multitude of visitor opportunities and you have one of New Zealand's premier destinations. The  focal point for the “Top of the South”, Nelson offers choice “par excellence” be it:  • The great outdoors - snow capped mountains to golden beaches  • Sophistication - in fine dining, award winning wines and wineries, world class art. • A welcoming friendliness that brings visitors back year after year  You will find it here cradled within protective mountains on the shores of Tasman Bay. The Outdoors  Unique for it's placement close to 3 National Parks, Kahurangi, Abel Tasman, and Nelson Lakes with  their multitude of associated ancillary areas Nelson offers outdoor experiences for all tastes and  aptitudes. You can choose from the extremes of skydiving, rock climbing, white water rafting  through to the more moderate adventures of sailing, horse trekking, the Skywire, cycling, and  tramping down to the sheer indulgence of simply lying in the sun on a golden beach, waiter poured  champagne at hand. If it's outdoors you can likely do it here somewhere.  The Arts Again unique in that the Nelson region has more working artists per capita than anywhere else in  the country and displaying a depth and range of recognised talent you are unlikely to match. Nelson  has internationally recognised attractions such as: • The World of Wearableart and Collectable Cars Museum  • Höglund Art Glass International Glass Centre • Home of  Lord of the Rings “One Ring”  • Potters, Sculptors, Painters, Ceramic artists, Jewellers, Performing Artists and more  • Artisans of all types in wood, metal, fabric, architectural, stone.  • A multitude of galleries big and small for viewing this stunningly diverse range.   Air Travel www.airnewzealand.co.nz New Zealand offer a wide range of fares and if your are planning to travel by air call the airline or  your local travel agent early to obtain the best airfares.  To book on-line go here or Phone: 0800 737 000