Pharmacy Australia Congress and the 7th Commonwealth Pharmaceutical Assoc. Conference

Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne, Australia

March 11 - 15 1999

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The Commonwealth Pharmaceutical Association (CPA) promotes the interests of our profession throughout the Commonwealth - the interests of pharmacists from some forty countries with a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, but united by a common heritage and with a unity of purpose delivering health care to the communities we serve.

Our very first Conference was held in Melbourne in 1972 and established the model for the exchange of views in an environment of fun and fellowship for which CPA Conferences are now renowned. Since then we have met in Africa, India, Canada and the Caribbean, and we look forward to returning to Melbourne to enjoy once again the legendary Australian hospitality.

Pharmacy is strengthened by the sharing of knowledge and the 7th CPA Conference in Melbourne offers us all the opportunity to ensure we are well equipped to meet the challenges Pharmacy is facing at both the local and the international level.

We hope you will join us.

Murtada Sesay

President, CPA

INVITATION FROM THE PHARMACEUTICAL SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA PRESIDENT

With the theme of Practice Excellence through Technology the Commonwealth Pharmaceutical Association Conference and the Pharmacy Australia Congress (CPA/PAC Conference) in 1999 will provide an opportunity to hear a variety of speakers, network with colleagues from Australia and overseas, socialise and take in some of the many attractions of Melbourne.

The impact of technology on our profession continues to be significant. Drug development and distribution, the exchange of information, record keeping and the provision of comprehensive pharmaceutical care services all now depend on the efficient use of technology.

As we approach the next millennium the application of technology in all areas of pharmacy practice will become even more significant.

With this focus on technology we are sure that the 1999 CPA/PAC Conference will bring many Commonwealth visitors to Melbourne.

I encourage all Australian pharmacists and their partners to meet with our Commonwealth colleagues in Melbourne 11 - 15 March 1999.

Melbourne is my home town; it is where I was raised, educated and now work as a pharmacist. I can personally assure you of good food, great fun and excellent education in our host city, all of which will make this a most memorable pharmacy conference.

I look forward to sharing this great experience with you.

Tony Nunan

President, Pharmaceutical Society of Australia

LETTERS OF INVITATION

The Conference Secretariat will be pleased to send an official Letter of Invitation to any delegate upon request. Such an invitation is intended to help potential attendees to raise travel and registration fee funds or obtain a visa. It is not a commitment on the part of the Conference to provide any financial support. Please apply in writing to the Secretariat.

REGISTRATION FEES

Delegate - PSA Member Before 31 December AUD480.00

Delegate - PSA Member After 31 December AUD520.00

Delegate - Non Member Before 31 December AUD520.00

Delegate - Non Member After 31 December AUD570.00

Delegate - PSA Member Inclusive Before 31 December AUD640.00

Delegate - PSA Member Inclusive After 31 December AUD690.00

Delegate - Non Member Inclusive Before 31 December AUD690.00

Delegate - Non Member Inclusive After 31 December AUD740.00

CPA Member Before 31 December AUD545.00

CPA Member After 31 December AUD595.00

Day Registration* AUD195.00

2 Day Registration* Before 31 December AUD350.00

2 Day Registration* After 31 December AUD375.00

Pharmacy Assistant-Day Registration* AUD65.00

Student Day Registration* AUD45.00

ACPP Workshop AUD195.00

Accompanying Person AUD85.00

Accompanying Person - Inclusive AUD245.00

CANCELLATION POLICY

A refund of Registration Fees, less an administrative charge of AUD100.00, will only be available by providing written notification of your cancellation prior to 11 February 1999. Refunds for cancellations received after this date will be made only in exceptional circumstances after deduction of expenses already incurred. Any refunds will be made after the Conference. Cancelled tickets may be returned for reselling, however, refunds cannot be guaranteed.

ALTERATIONS

Alterations to your registration cannot be accepted over the telephone. Please fax, post or e-mail any alterations to the Secretariat.

REGISTRATION FEES

CPA MEMBER

A special all inclusive, concessionary registration fee has been set for pharmacists who are members of the national pharmaceutical associations or societies of countries affiliated with the Commonwealth Pharmaceutical Association. This does not include members of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia or the Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand.

DELEGATE MEMBER

Delegate member refers to members of PSA, SHPA or PSNZ and to members of the national pharmaceutical society in their country of residence.

ACCOMPANYING PERSONS

A comprehensive selection of optional tours and excursions are available for delegates and accompanying persons. However Accompanying Persons' registration is available to non-pharmacists only. Please refer to the table below for inclusions with this fee.

Secretariat: cpapac@icms.com.au http://www.icms.com.au/cpapac c/- ICMS Pty Ltd 84 Queensbridge Street Southbank, Victoria 3006 Australia Telephone: +61 3 9682 0244 Facsimile: +61 3 9682 0288