| 1. What is going on at the Expo? 2. When is the Expo open? 3. Where is the Expo being held? 4. Who can attend? 5. How do I get to the venue? 6. How much does it cost to attend? 7. What sort of products will I see? 8. Do I need to register to attend as a visitor? 9. What happens when I register? 10. Can I change my registration details or check my details? 11. When can I expect my Visitor Access Card? 12. What if the name, company or industry type on my card is not correct? 13. What if I forget my card? 14. Can I still attend if I have not registered before arriving? 15. What do I need to bring as business identification? 16. Can students attend? 17. Can I bring my family to have a look? 18. Are there child-minding facilities? 19. Will there be any special events? 20. Are there special travel packages available? 21. Do I need a Visa to visit Australia? 22. How many exhibitors are there? 23. Can I exhibit at the Exhibition? 24. Who organises this Exhibition? |
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| 1. What is going on at the Expo? | |||||||||
Australia's only dedicated event for the collision repair industry will take place from 2 - 4 April 2009 at the Sydney Exhibition Centre. A number of related events will be held to which all industry members are invited to attend. The dates of these will be confirmed closer to the Expo. The co-located Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo will feature 400+ Australian and international companies showcasing the latest parts, accessories, tools and equipment. More info at www.aftermarketexpo.com.au |
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| 2. When is the Expo open? | |||||||||
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| 3. Where is the Expo being held? | |||||||||
The Collision Repair Expo is being held at the Sydney Exhibition Centre, Darling Habour. This venue is centrally located less than 5 minutes from the Sydney central business district, in close proximity to the airport and well served by public transport. Click here to download detailed location map Find your travel options for getting to the venue by clicking here. |
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| 4. Who can attend? | |||||||||
The Collision Repair Expo is a trade only event. Admission is restricted to persons working within the automotive or related industries. Business identification may be requested upon entry. |
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| 5. How do I get to the venue? | |||||||||
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| 6. How much does it cost to attend? | |||||||||
Registration and entrance to the Expo is free. Registration will open shortly. Email collision@aec.net.au for all registration enquiries in the meantime. |
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| 7. What sort of products will I see? | |||||||||
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You will see hundreads of new collision repair parts, accessories, tools and equipment. The Collision Repair Expo is co-located with the Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo 2009 where thousands of new automotive aftermarket products are on display. A number of international pavilions including Thailand, Taiwan, Korea and Malaysia will also be incorporated into the 2007 event. Click here for more information on the Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo. |
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| 8. Do I need to register to attend as a visitor? | |||||||||
Yes, please email collision@aec.net.au with all registration enquiries. |
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| 9. What happens when I register? | |||||||||
If you register online closer to the Expo, you will receive an emailed confirmation that gives you a summary of your registered details as well as your registration identification number. Your Visitor Access Card will then be mailed to you before the Expo. If you fax or mail us your registration your registration will be processed and your Visitor Access Card mailed directly to you before the Expo. All Visitor Access Cards will commence being mailed from early February 2009. |
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| 10. Can I change my registration details or check my details? | |||||||||
| Yes, if you need to check what details have been registered please telephone +613 9654 7773. Your registration can also be altered onsite at the registration desk at the entrance to the Expo. | |||||||||
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| 11. When can I expect my Visitor Access Card? | |||||||||
| If your registration is received prior to 23 March 2009 your Visitor Access Card will be mailed to you, otherwise you can collect your card onsite at the registration counter when you arrive at the Expo. | |||||||||
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| 12. What if the name, company or industry type on my card is not correct? | |||||||||
| If your card contains incorrect information bring it along to the registration desk at the entrance to the Expo, where the operators can print a new card for you on the spot at no cost. | |||||||||
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| 13. What if I forget my card? | |||||||||
| Registered visitors may obtain replacement cards at the registration desk without filling out another registration form. You will already be on our database. Just bring business identification with you. | |||||||||
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| 14. Can I still attend if I have not registered before arriving? | |||||||||
| Yes, you are welcome to register at the onsite registration counter at the entrance to the Expo. We recommend pre-registration so that you avoid any queues. All onsite registrations will require business identification. | |||||||||
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| 15. What do I need to bring as business identification? | |||||||||
| Relevant identification includes: business card, letterhead or company documentation containing your company ABN. You may also be asked for personal identification such as a drivers licence to substantiate your identification. | |||||||||
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| 16. Can students attend? | |||||||||
Students enrolled in an automotive or collision repair related tertiary level course or registered apprentices may attend the Expo if they have the appropriate student identity card Lecturers of students attending in groups must have their visit pre arranged with the Organiser. Lecturers must register to attend the Expo. Students are not required to register, they must collect a ‘Student’ badge from the registration counter at the Expo. As this is a business event, students do not register to attend. |
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| 17. Can I bring my family to have a look? | |||||||||
| This is a business event and entry is restricted to trade only. Children under 16 may attend free of charge if accompanied by an adult at all times. | |||||||||
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| No these facilities are not available at the venue. | |||||||||
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Yes there are a range of special events put on to inform and entertain you whilst visiting the Expo and the co-located Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo, including: Show Cars Product Demo Stage The Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo |
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Yes. Special hotel rates and domestic airfares are available for visitors and
exhibitors to For all travel and accommodation options contact the official travel agents The Lido Group directly on email exhibitions@lido.com or telephone 1800 817 339 (within Australia only) or +612 8585 0833 (if calling from outside Australia) or look at their website www.lido.com.au |
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| 21. Do I need a Visa to visit Australia? | |||||||||
Most International visitors to Australia will require a visa to enter the country. For Government details on visas visit Australian Government Immigration site at www.immi.gov.au Remember if you need to make a Visa Application make sure you do so well in advance as there is usually a processing period involved. |
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| 22. How many exhibitors are there? | |||||||||
| There will be 400+ exhibitors from Australia and overseas showcasing the latest collision repair tools and equipment, paint products and applications, chemicals and surface preparation products, replacement panels, parts and frames, computer software and hardware, training and technology and business services. | |||||||||
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| 23. Can I exhibit at the Exhibition? | |||||||||
Contact Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on +613 9654 7773 or collision@aec.net.au to discuss your stand options. |
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| 24. Who organises this Exhibition? | |||||||||
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The Trade Show Manager of the event is Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Pty Ltd on behalf of the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association Ltd. For all enquiries, contact Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Pty Ltd on tel 03 9654 7773, Fax 03 9654 5596 or email collision@aec.net.au |
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