0. What is going on at the Fair?
2. When is the Fair open?
3. Who can attend?
4. How much does it cost to attend?
5. What sort of products will I see?
6. Do I need to register to attend as a visitor?
7. What happens when I register?
8. Can I change my registration details or check my details?
9. When can I expect my Visitor Access Card?
10. What if the name, company or industry listed on my card is not correct?
11. What if I forget my card?
12. Can I still attend if I have not registered before arriving?
13. What do I need to bring as business identification?
14. Can students attend?
15. Can I bring my family to have a look?
16. Are there child-minding facilities?
17. Will there be any special events?
18. Where is the Fair being held?
19. How do I get to the venue?
20. Are there special travel packages available?
21. Do I need a Visa to visit Australia?
22. Can I exhibit at the Fair?
22. How many Exhibitors are there?
23. What other furniture Fairs are coming up?
24. Who organises this Fair?

0. What is going on at the Fair?

DECORATION + DESIGN Sydney is an exclusive Trade Fair for the Australian soft furnishing and interior products industries. Specifically created to attract key buyers and decision makers in this industry, DECORATION + DESIGN Sydney will offer an unparalleled showcase of forthcoming trends to the Australian and New Zealand markets.

DECORATION + DESIGN Sydney is a major feature of the AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE FAIR. This Fair offers manufacturers, wholesalers and suppliers the opportunity to showcase their products to over 7,000 Trade Visitors who are anxious to replenish stock following the busy Christmas/New Year trading. For more information www.aiff.net.au

2. When is the Fair open?

Sydney Exhibition Centre

Wednesday 4 February 2009 9am - 5pm

Thursday 5 February 2009 9am - 5pm

Friday 6 February 2009 9am - 4pm

3. Who can attend?

DECORATION + DESIGN Sydney is a Trade Only event from Wednesday 4 to Friday 6 February 2009.

On Trade Only days admission is strictly restricted to professional persons working within the furniture, furnishing, interiors or related industries. Business identification may be requested upon entry.

4. How much does it cost to attend?

Trade Visitor – after registering attendance is free. Click here to register to visit.

5. What sort of products will I see?

Companies on display will showcase fabrics, blinds & curtains, soft furnishings, rugs & floorcoverings, homewares, furniture, carpets, lights & lamps, decorative accessories and objets d’art.

6. Do I need to register to attend as a visitor?

Trade Visitor - Yes you may register online by clicking here.

7. What happens when I register?

If you register online you will receive an emailed confirmation that gives you a summary of your registered details as well as your unique registration identification number. Your Visitor Access Card will be mailed directly to you before the Fair.

If you fax us - your registration will be processed and your Visitor Access Card mailed directly to you before the Fair.

All Visitor Access Cards will be mailed prior to the Fair. If you do not receive you Visitor Access Card before the Fair, you can collect it from the onsite registration desk located near the entrance to the Fair.

8. Can I change my registration details or check my details?

Yes, if you need to check what details have been registered please telephone the Organiser, Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on tel 03 9654 7773. Your registration details can also be altered when you arrive at the Fair at the onsite registration desk located near the entrance to the Fair. Visitor Access Cards can also be collected or re-issued at the onsite registration desk.

9. When can I expect my Visitor Access Card?

Visitor Access Cards for will be mailed prior to the Fair.

10. What if the name, company or industry listed on my card is not correct?

If your card contains incorrect information bring it along to the registration desk at the entrance to the Fair where the operators can print a new card for you on the spot at no cost. You can also change your details by calling the Organiser, Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on tel 03 9654 7773. Your updated Visitor Access Card will be re-issued or can be collected from the onsite registration desk.

11. What if I forget my card?

Registered visitors may obtain a replacement card at the registration desk without filling out another registration form. You will already be on our database. Just remember to bring business identification with you.

12. Can I still attend if I have not registered before arriving?

Yes, you are welcome to register at the onsite registration desk at the entrance to the Fair. We recommend registering before the Fair to avoid any queues when you arrive.

All onsite registrations will require business identification.

13. What do I need to bring as business identification?

Relevant identification includes: business card and 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.

14. Can students attend?

Students enrolled in a furniture/design/interior/architecture at a tertiary level or registered apprentices may attend if they have the appropriate student identity card. Students do not need to register and will receive a special student pass from the onsite registration desk when they present their Student ID.

15. Can I bring my family to have a look?

DECORATION + DESIGN Sydney 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.

16. Are there child-minding facilities?

No these facilities are not available at the venue

17. Will there be any special events?

Yes there are a range of special events put on to inform you whilst visiting the fair, which will be annouced in late 2008. See below for information on the 2008 features

International Industry Seminar Series
Click Here for further information

Update 08 Free Workshops
Visit Special Features page to find out more information

The Edge
A Feature showcase inside the Fair of the best new talent emerging from the world of design in Australia. As well as established names a third of the 50+ designers were students, so you were guaranteed a sneak preview of the big names of the future. Click here for more information

Sustainable Style
6 architects & designers used a minimum of 75% sustainable products to create an eco-friendly living space. Click here for more information

18. Where is the Fair being held?

DECORATION + DESIGN Sydney is being held at the Sydney Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour.

19. How do I get to the venue?

TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
For special Accommodation and Travel arrangements we recommend that you contact:
The Lido Group
Tel 1800 817 339 (within Australia)
Tel 02 8585 0808 (International calls)
Fax 02 8585 0802
Email exhibitions@lido.com.au
Web www.lido.com.au

AIRLINES
Contact the airline of your choice:

Qantas
13 13 13
www.qantas.com.au

Virgin Blue
13 67 89
www.virginblue.com.au

Jetstar
13 15 38
www.jetstar.com.au

TRAVEL OPTIONS TO GET TO THE VENUE
The Sydney Exhibition Centre 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 view the venue location map.

PARKING
If you choose to drive to the venue access to the Exhibition Centre Car Park is via Darling Drive. There are also approximately 5,000 car parking spaces surrounding the Sydney Exhibition Centre, including the Entertainment Centre Car Park and Harbourside Car Park. Rates are set on an hourly basis (0-1 hour $8, 1-2 hours $14, 2-3 hours $20, 3-4 hours $24, 4-24 hours $27). Evening rates also apply (0-1 hour $7, 1-2 hours $13, 2 hours+ $18). Rates are current as of December 2006.

RAIL
Catch the train to Town Hall Station and enjoy a scenic walk down to Darling Harbour and the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. Visit www.131500.com.au for further information

MONORAIL
Linking Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre to the central business district is the monorail, which operates seven days a week. Visit www.metromonorail.com.au for further information

LIGHT RAIL TRAM
The Metro Light Rail provides a direct service to the venue with a Metro Light Rail station located directly outside both the Exhibition Centre. Tickets can be purchased on the train. Trains operate every 15 minutes between Central Station and Lilyfield. For further information on the Metro Light Rail, please refer to their website at www.metrolightrail.com.au.

TAXI
Taxis Combined Services is the largest taxi network in Sydney. For all bookings call 133 300 or visit www.taxiscombined.com.au

20. Are there special travel packages available?

Yes. Special hotel rates and domestic airfares will be available for Visitors and Exhibitors to the Australian International Furniture Fair. For all travel and accommodation options visit www.lido.com.au .

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 the Australian Government Immigration site at www.immi.gov.au. Remember if you need to submit a Visa application make sure you do so well in advance as there is usually a processing period involved.

22. Can I exhibit at the Fair?

Yes. Contact Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on 03 9654 7773 or email decorationdesign@aec.net.au to discuss any available options.

22. How many Exhibitors are there?

At DECORATION + DESIGN Sydney there will be 100+ Companies with their new releases in soft furnishings, fabrics and interiors products.

23. What other furniture Fairs are coming up?

Also look out for:

DECORATION + DESIGN 07 Melbourne
17 - 20 July 2008
Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Southbank
www.decorationdesign.com.au

FURNITEX
17 - 20 July 2008
Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Southbank
www.furnitex.com.au

AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE FAIR
4 - 6 February 2009
Sydney Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour
www.aiff.net.au

24. Who organises this Fair?

The Organiser of the event is Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Pty Ltd in conjunction with Furnishing Events Pty Ltd.