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It is my pleasure to invite you to Alumina 2018, the 11th AQW International Conference, which will be held in September 2018 in Gladstone Queensland. Alumina 2018 is organised by the Alumina Quality Workshop (AQW) Inc. and is expected to attract 300 industry producers and suppliers to the city from all over the world.

The Alumina Quality Workshop began in 1988 as a forum to bring the world’s alumina producers and their customers together to exchange ideas and information around a common goal of improved product quality. The symposia have been held in Australia at an interval of three years. Over time, the workshop has evolved into a major international symposium, incorporating all aspects of the production of alumina from bauxite. In recognition of this evolution we have rebranded the conference name Alumina 2018.

The conference offers a unique opportunity to hear about the latest developments in alumina production and to network with other alumina producers, researchers and suppliers. The conference theme Efficiency for the Future reflects the current industry focus on cost reduction, optimisation of raw materials & energy use and the adoption of new technology. This continual drive for improved efficiency will ultimately result in a sustained and thriving alumina industry for the future.

The event will be held at the Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre (GECC), Gladstone, Queensland, Australia from 9 to 14 September, 2018. It will feature 3 days of conference presentations and social functions and a day for industry tours. The conference is also hosting the ATR 4.0 workshop on the final day, which will develop a roadmap to help guide research and development in the Alumina Industry to 2050 and beyond.

I am delighted that we are holding the conference in the regional location of Gladstone, Queensland. Gladstone is a modern city that has grown around an industrial backbone and features two alumina refineries with a combined annual production of over 7 Mt of alumina. The conference location will give an opportunity for delegates to experience both the regional location and to see the Rio Tinto Yarwun and QAL alumina refineries. We hope that our national and international delegates will also allow some time to explore the surrounding region, which features the world heritage listed Great Barrier Reef.

I look forward to meeting with you at Alumina 2018.

An Invitation from the Conference Chairperson

Dr Anthony CanfellChair, Alumina 2018

KEY EVENTS

• Conference Presentations; • Technical Tours;• ATR 4.0 Workshop;• Welcome Reception;• Cocktail Function; and• Conference Dinner

ORGANISING COMMITTEE

Dr Anthony Canfell (Chair)Manager Refinery Support - Pacific Operations AluminiumRio Tinto

Dr Meagan LadhamsSpecialist Scientist, QRDCPacific Operations AluminiumRio Tinto

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The Alumina 2018 Conference Organising Committee acknowledges with gratitude the generous support of our sponsors and exhibitors:

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Karen TigheABC TV sports Presenter & Broadcaster

Karen has been a regular face and voice of ABC TV and

radio sport since joining the ABC in 1989.

After completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in

Communications and Psychology at Macquarie University

in Sydney, Karen spent eight years as a TV sports

broadcaster and presenter, anchoring golf, tennis and

other major sporting broadcasts on the ABC network.

In 1997, she made the move to ABC Radio as the presenter

of the weekend national sports program ‘Summer

Grandstand’ – a role she still enjoys from her adopted

home town of Perth.

Karen co-hosted ABC Radio’s cover of the Sydney, Athens

and Beijing Olympics, Kuala Lumpur and Manchester

Commonwealth Games and has hosted six Paralympic

Games (Lillehammer, Barcelona, Atlanta, Sydney, Beijing

and London) with ABC TV.

She was part of the Friday night fun of ‘Live & Sweaty’ on

ABC TV in the early nineties and for six years presented

sport on ABC TV’s weeknight news in Perth.

Karen was also the regular host of ABC TV’s annual

coverage of the Hopman Cup tennis tournament from

1994 to 2010.

She was the Media Award winner at the 2000 and 2001

Australian Sports Awards.

Karen is married to former ABC sports commentator Glenn

Mitchell and is mother of ten year old James.

Bruce CoxManaging Director

Pacific Operations, Aluminium

Rio Tinto

Bruce is managing director of Rio Tinto Aluminium’s Pacific

Operations. This business is responsible for the bauxite

mining, alumina refining, and primary metal smelting

assets of Rio Tinto in the Pacific region. The business has

an employee base of approximately 6,000 employees

and a revenue base in excess of US$4.5 billion. The Pacific

Operations portfolio includes the bauxite mines, Gove and

Weipa, alumina refineries, QAL and Yarwun, aluminium

smelters, Bell Bay, Boyne, Tomago and NZAS as well as the

Gladstone Power Station.

Bruce has more than 36 years of experience within Rio

Tinto and BHP, and prior to his current role was managing

director of Rio Tinto Diamonds. Bruce’s career has spanned

the steel, platinum, copper, iron ore, uranium, diamond

and aluminium commodity sectors and he has lived in

Australia, Zimbabwe, Chile, the United Kingdom and the

United States.

Bruce is Chair of the Australian Aluminium Council and

Queensland Alumina Limited, board member of Tomago

and recently was non-executive director of the listed

company ERA. He has a Bachelor of Commerce and MBA

and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company

Directors.

During his career, Bruce has held a number of senior

CFO roles as well as broader CEO and Managing Director

roles. He has extensive commercial, M&A and operational

experience across multiple commodity sectors. Bruce

has substantial on-the-ground experience in business

turnaround and transformation of distressed assets.

Master of Ceremonies Keynote Speakers

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Prof. Xiao-bin LiProfessor, School of Metallurgy and Environment,

Central South University, China

Prof. Li is the academic head of the Alkaline Process

Metallurgy Research Center at Central South University,

China. His research interests include the theory and

technique of alkaline process metallurgy, crystallization

process, interface properties, and comprehensive

utilization of resources and environmental protection.

Li has been researching on alumina refinery since

1983 and made stellar achievements. He published

approximately 200 scientific refereed papers, held nearly

50 Chinese invention patents, and accomplished more

than 80 research projects. Moreover, several innovative

technologies such as the sandy alumina production and

oxalate removal from Bayer liquor have been successfully

applied in alumina refineries, several others including

red mud discharge reduction and intensified seeded

precipitation are on the way of commercialization.

Additionally, based on the long-term research on alumina

refinery, Li creatively proposed a metallurgical symmetric

principle comprising orientated regulations of mineral

transformation and mineralogical phase reconstruction,

and successively developed cleaner processes for

producing sodium dichromate, ammonium paratungstate

and ammonium molybdates in recent years.

Recognized for his exceptional work, Prof. Li has been

honored with numerous awards including two National

Awards, several provincial scientific awards, Chinese Patent

Gold Medal, and Science and Technology Cooperation

Award by Chalco.

Raphael CostaTechnology Director, Bauxite & Alumina

Hydro Bauxite, Brazil

Raphael is the technology director for the Bauxite &

Alumina business unit of Hydro, responsible for technology

selection and development, the R&D group portfolio and

the technical support to operations, including the bauxite

mining and beneficiation operations at Paragominas and

the alumina refining operations at Alunorte. He is the

president of the Companhia de Alumina do Para (CAP)

alumina refinery project. He is also a member of the

bauxite mine Mineração Rio do Norte (MRN) board, the

Paragominas mine board, and the Alunorte refinery board.

Raphael has more than 30 years of experience in the

aluminum industry, working in various technical and

managerial positions with Alcoa and Hydro, in Brazil, US,

Spain and Australia. He also has 4 years of experience in the

steel mini-mill industry in the US.

He has a Chemical Engineering degree from the University

of Campinas (UNICAMP) in Brazil and a Masters in Business

Administration from the University of Houston-Victoria, in

the US.

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Dr Anne DuncanPlant Manager, Almatis Burnside

Almatis Premium Alumina, USA

Anne is the Plant Manager of the Almatis Burnside

Specialty Alumina Refinery located in southeastern

Louisiana, USA. Anne is responsible for the specialty

refinery transformation and production of premium

alumina feedstocks for global Almatis and US third party

customers. With more than 25 years of alumina experience,

Anne has held technical and operational management

roles in 5 refineries across Australia, Jamaica, and the USA.

As Chief Advisor Technology for Rio Tinto Alcan, Anne led

Best Practice Networks to unlock refinery business value.

A Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma, Anne has introduced an

appropriate Lean standard for Burnside and Almatis.

A Nuclear Engineer (McMaster University) by training,

Anne also has a Masters Degree in Metallurgy (University of

Toronto), and a PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of

Auckland).

Ron KnappSecretary General

International Aluminium Institute, United Kingdom

Ron Knapp has been in his current post as Secretary

General of the International Aluminium Institute, London

since December 2008. Prior to this appointment Ron was

the Executive Director of the Australian Aluminium Council

from 2002 to 2008. Previous positions include Chief

Executive of the World Coal Institute from 1997 to 2001

and the Minerals Council of Australia from 1987 to 1996.

Ron is an economist with experience in both government

and private sectors. The International Aluminium

Institute is the global forum of the world’s aluminium

producers. Through the Institute, the aluminium industry

aims to promote a wider understanding of its activities

and demonstrate its responsibility in relation to all key

sustainability issues - environmental, health, safety and

recycling.

Keynote Speakers

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Dr Keith SuterFuturist & Consultant on Strategic Planning

Since moving to Australia from London in 1973 at the age of

25, Dr Keith Suter has achieved three doctorates. The first

of these was about the international law of guerrilla warfare

(University of Sydney), and the second about the social

and economic consequences of the arms race (Deakin

University) and a third doctorate on scenario planning

(Sydney University).

He has been appointed to many prestigious roles

throughout his career, including Chairperson of the

International Humanitarian Law Committee of Australian

Red Cross (NSW), Chairperson of the International

Commission of Jurists (NSW), Director of Studies at the

International Law Association (Australian Branch) and

Managing Director of the Global Directions think tank.

He has also been a member of the prestigious Club of

Rome since 1993. The Club is “an informal association of

independent leading personalities from politics, business

and science, men and women who are long-term thinkers

interested in contributing in a systemic interdisciplinary

and holistic manner to a better world. The Club of Rome

members share a common concern for the future of

humanity and the planet.” The club has only 100 members,

with Mikhail Gorbachev amongst them.

In 1999, Keith was made a Life Member of the United

Nations Association of Australia in recognition of his

service. At various times from 1978 to 1999, he served as

the national president of the organisation and took on the

roles of the WA and NSW state president.

Keith was the President of the Centre for Peace and Conflict

Studies (1991-1998) at the University of Sydney, and was a

Consultant on Social Policy with the Wesley Mission’s for 17

years. In addition, he served as a consultant for a number of

other organisations, with a focus on local and international

issues.

He is also an active member of the Australian Institute of

Company Directors, and his activities include conducting

monthly webcasts with business leaders. He frequently

appears on radio and television discussing politics and

international affairs.

Amongst Keith’s many books are “All about Terrorism:

Everything you were afraid to ask” and “Global Order and

Global Disorder: Globalization and the Nation-State” and

“50 Things You Want to Know About World Issues... But

Were Too Afraid to Ask.”

He is a highly experienced, professional and awarded

presenter of ideas, with topics including ethics, world

affairs, globalisation, mining, global warming, leadership,

the future, and corporate governance.

Guest Speaker

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Sunday 9 September 2018 12.00pm – 4.00pm Exhibitor Move In

2.00pm – 7.00pm Speaker Preparation Room Open

2.00pm – 7.00pm Registration Desk Open

6.00pm – 8.00pm Welcome Reception and Industry Exhibition

Monday 10 September 2018 7.30am – 4.00pm Speaker Preparation Room Open

7.30am – 5.00pm Registration Desk Open

8.00am – 4.00pm Industry Exhibition Open

8.30am – 10.00am MONDAY MORNING PLENARY SESSION Sponsored by:

8.30am – 8.40am Welcome, Karen Tighe, Master of Ceremonies

8.40am – 8.50am Welcome to Country

8.50am – 9.10am Welcome – Anthony Canfell, Chair, 11th Alumina Conference

9.10am – 9.50am Invited Speaker – Bruce Cox, Rio Tinto, Australia

9.50am – 10.00am Q&A

10.00am – 10.40am MORNING TEA

10.40am – 12.00pm MONDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS 8 Papers

12.00pm – 12.10pm MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

12.00pm – 1.00pm LUNCH

1300 – 1340 MONDAY AFTERNOON PLENARY SESSION

1.00pm – 1.30pm Invited Speaker – Raphael Costa, Hydro Bauxite, Brazil

1.30pm – 1.40pm Q&A

1.45pm – 2.45pm MONDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS6 Papers

2.45pm – 2.55pm MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

2.45pm – 3.15pm AFTERNOON TEA

3.15pm – 4.15pm MONDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS6 Papers

4.15pm – 4.25pm MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

5.30pm – 9.30pm Cocktail Function

Program Outline

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Tuesday 11 September 2018

7.30am – 5.00pm Speaker Preparation Room Open

7.30am – 5.00pm Registration Desk Open

8.00am – 5.30pm Industry Exhibition Open

8.30am – 9.30am TUESDAY MORNING PLENARY SESSION

8.30am – 8.35am Welcome – Karen Tighe, Master of Ceremonies

8.35am – 8.45amWorkshop Introduction: ‘ATR 4.0’ – The Alumina Technology Roadmap for the 4th Industrial RevolutionDaniel Thomas

8.45am – 9.15am Invited Speaker – Professor Xiaobin Li, Central South University, China

9.15am – 9.25am Q&A

9.30am – 10.50am TUESDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS8 Papers

10.50am – 11.00am MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

10.50am – 11.20am MORNING TEA

11.20am – 12.20pm TUESDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS6 Papers

12.20pm – 12.30pm MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

12.20pm – 1.20pm LUNCH

1.20pm – 2.00pm TUESDAY AFTERNOON PLENARY SESSION

1.20pm – 1.50pm Invited Speaker – Keith Suter

1.50pm – 2.00pm Q&A

2.05pm – 2.45pm TUESDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS4 Papers

2.45pm – 2.55pm MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

2.45pm – 3.15pm AFTERNOON TEA

3.15pm – 4.15pm TUESDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS6 Papers

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Wednesday 12 September 2018

7.30am – 4.00pm Speaker Preparation Room Open

7.30am – 5.00pm Registration Desk Open

8.00am – 3.30pm Industry Exhibition Open

8.30am – 9.30am WEDNESDAY MORNING PLENARY SESSION

8.30am – 8.45am Welcome – Karen Tighe, Master of Ceremonies

8.45am – 9.15am Invited Speaker – Ron Knapp, International Aluminium Institute, United Kingdom

9.15am – 9.25am Q&A

9.30am – 10.30am WEDNESDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS6 Papers

10.30am – 10.40am MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

10.30am – 11.00am MORNING TEA

11.00am – 12.00pm WEDNESDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS6 Papers

12.00pm – 12.10pm MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

12.00pm – 1.00pm LUNCH

1.00pm – 2.20pm WEDNESDAY CONCURRENT SESSIONS8 Papers

2.20pm – 2.30pm MEET THE SPEAKERS Delegates have the opportunity to meet the speakers from the previous session

2.30pm – 3.00pm AFTERNOON TEA

3.00pm – 4.00pm Invited Speaker – Dr Anne Duncan, Almatis Premium Alumina, USA

4.00pm – 4.15pm Conference Close – Karen Tighe, Master of Ceremonies

7.00pm – 11.00pm Conference Dinner

Thursday 13 September 2018

9.00am – 11.00am Technical Tour 1 - QAL Refinery

9.00am – 11.00am Technical Tour 2 - Yarwun Refinery

1.00pm – 3.00pm Technical Tour 3 - QAL Refinery

1.00pm – 3.00pm Technical Tour 4 - Yarwun Refinery

Friday 14 September 2018

8.30am – 4.00pm Workshop: ‘ATR 4.0’ – The Alumina Technology Roadmap for the 4th Industrial Revolution

This Program is subject to change. Please visit the Conference website for updated information regarding the Program.

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Technical Tours WorkshopTours of the QAL and Yarwun Refineries will take place on Thursday 13 September 2018.

Technical Tour 1

QAL Refinery

Date: Thursday 13 September 2018

Time: 9.00am – 11.00am (Morning Tour)

1.00pm – 3.00pm (Afternoon Tour)

Departs: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

Returns: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

Cost: $40

For over 50 years Queensland Alumina Limited (QAL) has been the heart of Gladstone’s prosperity.

QAL is the fourth largest alumina refinery in the world and produces more than 3.8million tonnes of smelter grade alumina per year which is supplied both locally and internationally.

As the largest employer in Gladstone the health and safety of their employees as well as their commitment to the local community, and environment are key to the way they operate.

This site tour will include a drive around the key components of the refinery process and a look out of the whole Bayer process. Key specialists will also be available to provide commentary and answer any questions.

Technical Tour 2

Yarwun Refinery

Date: Thursday 13 September 2018

Time: 9.00am – 11.00am (Morning Tour)

1.00pm – 3.00pm (Afternoon Tour)

Departs: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

Returns: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

Cost: $40

Rio Tinto Yarwun alumina refinery was the first greenfield refinery to be built in the western world in 20 years in 2004. The refinery uses leading-edge technology with environmental design features to produce 3.2million tonnes of alumina per year. The refinery also includes a 160MW cogeneration facility, which allows us to reduce our greenhouse gas intensity, harness waste heat to create steam, and feed surplus, low emission electricity back into the Queensland electricity grid.

This site tour will include a drive around the key components of the refinery process and a look out of the whole Bayer process. Key specialists will also be available to provide commentary and answer any questions.

‘ATR 4.0’ – The Alumina Technology Roadmap for the 4th Industrial Revolution

Date: Friday 14 September 2018

Time: 8.30am – 4.00pm

Venue: Hall C, Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

Cost: Included in Full Registration Includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea

Additional Tickets: $110 per person

Have your say on the future of the Alumina Industry

ATR 4.0 will help guide research and development in the Alumina Industry to 2050 and beyond. It will be a live, web-based forum for ideas that will bring together researchers and industry practitioners in ways never before possible. It will be kick-started by a broad-based Roadmap Workshop at Alumina 2018.

The Alumina Technology Roadmap is an initiative of the Alumina Technical Panel, sponsored by the International Aluminium Association (IAI) through its subcommittee, the Bauxite-Alumina Committee (BAC).

The first Alumina Technology Roadmap provided the framework for focused research in the areas most critical to the industry. Created in 2001 and updated in 2006 and 2010, the Roadmap was a great success. It stimulated highly productive research programs on thickening, air emissions and residue management. The economic downturn in the latter part of the decade reduced public and private support for research. Key bauxite residue projects continued, but others were not.

As we approach the 20-year horizon set in 2001, much has been achieved but there is still much to be done. An ongoing research program, responsive to changing stakeholder expectations and able to leverage emerging technology developments, is essential for our long-term industry aspirations.

It is time to renew and revitalize the Roadmap and deliver it on the web as a living guide to the technology direction of the Alumina Industry.

ATR 4.0 will come to life at the Roadmap Workshop which will be held as part of this Alumina 2018 Conference.

It will focus on these 5 Key Themes:

• Energy of the Future– decarbonizing our industry• Residue – or not?• Process Science & Technology• Industry 4.0 – the Digital Revolution• Market risks & responses

If you would like to learn more or contribute ideas on the content or process of the Roadmap, please get in touch with the Alumina Technology Roadmap Steering Committee by email to the Secretary: greg.power@arribaconsulting.com.au.

It is time to renew and revitalize the Roadmap and deliver it on the web.

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Social ProgramWelcome Reception

Date: Sunday 9 September 2018Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pmVenue: Exhibition Hall, Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

A Welcome Reception will take place amongst the Conference exhibition the evening prior to the first day of the Conference. The function will provide the perfect opportunity for delegates to catch up with colleagues, renew past acquaintances and make new contacts in a relaxed atmosphere, with canapés and drinks being served.

Cost: Included in Full RegistrationAdditional Tickets: $75 per personDress: Smart Casual

Cocktail Function

Date: Monday 10 September 2018Time: 5.30pm – 9.30pmVenue: Quoin Island

This north facing island, just 15 minutes off Gladstone, has to be one of the best kept island secrets. Nestled in the Gladstone harbour, Quoin Island is set within private beaches, encompassed by picturesque native landscape and offer a glorious view of Gladstone and its surrounds. The island is also home to the Quoin Island Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, which is Gladstone’s first permanent marine turtle rehabilitation facility. The guest experience will start with a sunset harbour boat tour past many of the Gladstone marine industry sites such as Curtis Island, QAL and the Gladstone Coal ports before arriving at Quoin Island, where they will enjoy a poolside cocktail function, with delectable food, beverages and local entertainment. Guests will also have the opportunity to tour the turtle rehabilitation centre and also spend time with the resident kangaroos!

Cost: Included in Full RegistrationAdditional Tickets: $170 per personDress: Cocktail (Flat Shoes / Wedges are Recommended)

Conference Dinner

Date: Wednesday 12 September 2018Time: 7.00pm – 11.00pmVenue: Gladstone Events Centre Corner Wood and Bells Street, South Gladstone

Enjoy a fabulous dinner in the Ballroom of the Gladstone Events Centre. This evening is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with other Conference delegates, whilst being entertained, wined and dined - a night not to be missed!

Cost: Included in Full RegistrationAdditional Tickets: $165 per personDress: Cocktail/Lounge Suit

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Visitors to GladstoneThe Gladstone Region – unique, unforgettable and truly special. With such contrasting features of industry, nature and the world heritage listed Great Barrier Reef; the Region creates an unlikely, exciting and interesting destination.

The Region is home to a thriving 21st Century industrial base served by one of Australia’s busiest ports, the Port of Gladstone. A major industrial cluster, where economic competitiveness is balanced with steadily improving environmental performance, Gladstone’s development potential is underpinned by the 22,000 hectare Gladstone State Development Area, which offers a range of development-ready sites, established infrastructure and growing possibilities for economic development to drive the region’s sustainable growth.

The city of Gladstone has grown and developed on hills overlooking the focal point of its economic development - the natural deepwater harbour. This dynamic, modern city basks in a sub-tropical climate with islands, waterways and beaches providing year-round boating, fishing, swimming and surfing. At the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, Gladstone offers access to Heron Island, Wilson Island and uninhabited coral cays. A large charter boat fleet operates from the world class Marina.

A wide variety of restaurants and eateries cater to all tastes - from Australian tucker to Gladstone’s famous mud crab and fresh seafood. All types of accommodation are available including four-star properties, comfortable and affordable motels and caravan parks.

Gladstone’s Tondoon Botanic Gardens are one of Australia’s few totally native botanic gardens. The display areas specialise in the plants of the surrounding and Tropical North Queensland regions. The Gladstone Entertainment Centre, at the heart of the ‘Library Square’, forms the focal point of the city’s cultural activities. The Gladstone Regional Art Gallery and Museum is a colonial Georgian structure which houses three exhibition areas and hosts the Region’s annual Rio Tinto Martin Hanson Art Awards which draws entrants from all over Queensland.

From the giants of Industry to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and all in between, the Region has something to offer any resident or visitor. Whether it be natural or man-made there is a great deal on offer for everyone, something to keep you busy.

www.gladstoneregion.info

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Getting to the VenueRegardless of whether you’re travelling by land, air or sea - getting to, and around Gladstone Region is easy.

The Gladstone Region is located on the Southern Great Barrier Reef on the Queensland Central Coast and is intersected by a number of major Australian highways. Queensland’s major coastal touring route, the Bruce Highway, provides many access points to seaside and country locations within the Gladstone Region.

Taxi and car hire services, flight services, the QR Travel Train, boats and coach services operate daily within the Gladstone Region.

By Plane

The quickest route to Gladstone is by air. Jump aboard one of the many daily QantasLink and Virgin Airlines flights for a quick 50 minute trip between Gladstone and Brisbane. The Gladstone Airport is also the departure point for aerial services to Heron and Wilson Islands. In addition, Thangool Airport, near Biloela, operates daily QantasLink flights to Brisbane. For bookings visit Qantas Airways or Virgin Australia.

By Train

Queensland Rail operates regular services to the Gladstone Region on many Travel Train services, the main being the Tilt Train, which services the Gladstone Region regularly, stopping at Gladstone. Bookings and information can be found through Queensland Rail Travel.

By Road - Travelling North

The Gladstone Region starts approximately 450 kilometres north of Brisbane, with several key access points off the Bruce Highway. Turn off at Miriam Vale for the picturesque Discovery Coast, at the Boyne/Tannum intersection for the seaside communities of Boyne Island and Tannum Sands, or at Benaraby for the harbour city of Gladstone. Take to the hinterland by turning left into Calliope for the Banana Shire and its centre, Biloela.

By Road - Travelling South

From Mackay it is about five and a half hours drive, and only one hour’s drive from Rockhampton. Turn off at Mt Larcom to venture into Gladstone, or continue along the Highway for exits to Boyne Island, Tannum Sands and the Discovery Coast. Turn right into Calliope for your exit the Gladstone’s hinterland, the Banana Shire.

By Bus

Greyhound Australia’s services call in to various coastal and country spots throughout the Gladstone Region. Daily services to Gladstone stop at the Dawson Road, BP Service Station. Visit Greyhound Australia for coach services or call 1300 GREYHOUND.

P&O Cruise Ship

You can now get to the Gladstone Region aboard the beautiful P&O Cruise Ships. So if you’re looking for a taste of what Gladstone has to offer check out the P&O website for cruise departure ports and dates.

Local Transport Information

Buses

Buslink operates urban services around Gladstone City from Monday to Friday. For a timetable, routes and ticket information visit https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/public/transport/timetables/qconnect/gladstone.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available with taxi ranks situated at the airport and in the city centre, or phone 131 008.

Car Hire

All major car hire companies are located conveniently within the Gladstone Airport Terminal or close by.

Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre 58 Goondoon StreetGladstone QLD 4680P: +61 7 4972 2822W: www.gladecc.com.au

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Venue

AccommodationAccommodation Booking Deadline:

The 2018 Alumina Conference Secretariat has confirmed rooms in selected hotels for the benefit of Conference delegates. The Conference venue is in the heart of the Gladstone city and most accommodation (such as Oaks and the Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel) is within easy walking distance of the venue, and a rental car is not necessary.

The hotels have been selected for their proximity to the Conference venue and you are encouraged to secure your accommodation through the Conference Secretariat to ensure that you receive the negotiated competitive rates.

Hotel guests will be subject to the cancellation policy of their nominated hotel. Please refer to the cancellation policy outlined for your preferred property.

Hotels

Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel (4 minutes walk from conference venue)38 Goondoon St, Gladstone

Choose from our range of Queen or Twin Rooms featuring modern decor and enjoy easy access to the in-house family friendly restaurant, multiple bars, roof top pool with harbour views and Industrie nightclub. All rooms feature a private ensuite, air-conditioning, flat-screen TV & DVD player, small refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Free Foxtel is available with up to 20 channels including Movies, Sport and Music. Onsite facilities also include a Guest Laundry (washing machines & dryers), gym, vending machines, ATM/cash machine as well as fax and photocopying availability. Take time to relax in our roof top pool which offers a 360 degree view of the Gladstone Harbour and speak to our friendly staff who can direct you to the local attractions.

Rate Room Type

$100 per night Queen Room

$125 per night Twin Room

Oaks Grand Gladstone (3 minutes walk from conference venue)79 Goondoon St, Gladstone

Oaks Gladstone hotel is the premier choice for both leisure and business travellers looking to indulge a little with modern rooms equipped with kitchens and first-class on-site facilities including a restaurant, swimming pool and extensive conference and event facilities.

Rate Room Type

$154 per night Studio Apartment

$174 per night One Bedroom Apartment

8 August 2018

Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

Oaks Grand Gladstone

Alumina 2018 Conference Venue

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Registration InformationRegistrations can be made by completing the online form available on the Conference website www.alumina2018.com.

Visit the registration page and follow the prompts to complete the registration details as requested. We suggest that you print a copy of your registration prior to submission.

Registrations will not be accepted over the telephone or without completing the required paper work.

Registration Fees

All prices quoted in this brochure are inclusive of GST.

Early Bird Regular On Site

(Closes 29/06/18)

(30/06/18 - 08/09/18)

(09/09/18 Onwards)

Full Registration $1,445 $1,530 $1,615

Full Registration Student*

$430 $470 $510

Day Registration **

$550 $595 $640

* Student registrations must supply proof of full-time student status from their institution. In addition, a grant is offered to students to assist with travel costs, to the value of $300 (Queensland students outside Gladstone), $700 (interstate students) or $1000 (for overseas students). Grant applicants must submit a request after the event with receipts attached.** No social functions are included in this registration category but can be purchased separately.

Registration Fee Entitlements

Full Registration

Day Registration

(applicable on nominated day

only)

Access to Conference Sessions 3 3

Delegate Satchel 3 3

Conference Proceedings 3 3

Pocket Program 3 3

Access to Conference App 3 3

Tea Breaks & Lunches 3 3

Welcome Reception 3 ✗

Cocktail Function 3 ✗

Conference Dinner 3 ✗

Technical Tour ✗ ✗

ATR 4.0 Workshop 3 ✗

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made in writing to the Conference Secretariat. Cancellations received by Friday 15 June 2018 will receive a refund less a $150 administration fee. Cancellations received after Friday 15 June 2018 will not receive a refund. However, the committee will consider cancellations of registration under exceptional circumstances.

Should you be unable to attend the Conference, a substitute delegate is welcome to take your place. Substitute delegates should be advised to the Conference Secretariat in writing by emailing niamh.fitzpatrick@encanta.com.au.

Payment Policy

Payments can be made via the following methods:

• Credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express.

• Personal or Company Cheque (Australian delegates only) and made payable to: “EECW in Trust for Alumina 2018’.

• Bank drafts and International Money Orders should be in Australian dollars, drawn on an Australian Bank and made payable to “EECW in Trust for Alumina 2018”.

• Bank transfer (Australian delegates only). Bank details will be supplied on your tax invoice if requested. Please email a remittance advice to niamh.fitzpatrick@encanta.com.au.

Liability

In the event of industrial disruption or other unforeseen circumstances, the Host, Organising Committee and Encanta Event Management accept no responsibility for loss of monies incurred by delay or cancellation.

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General Information Child CarePlease note that no official arrangements have been made for child care during the Conference. Please check with the hotel you are staying at who may be able to assist you further with babysitting services during your stay.

ClimateAs a guide, temperatures in Gladstone in September range from 16.5°C to 26.5°C.

CommunicationAll communication with registered delegates will be by email. If you register and do not receive a confirmation by email within 5 working days please contact the Conference Secretariat, Encanta Event Management, by phone on +61 3 9863 7608 or email niamh.fitzpatrick@encanta.com.au.

DisclaimerThe information in this web site is correct at the time of printing. The Organisers reserve the right to change any aspect of the program without prior notice.

DressConference Sessions: Smart Casual

Welcome Reception: Smart Casual

Cocktail Function: Cocktail (Flat Shoes / Wedges are Recommended)

Conference Dinner: Cocktail/Lounge Suit

IndemnityIn the event of industrial disruption or other unforeseen circumstances, the Host, Organising Committee and Encanta Event Management accept no responsibility for loss of monies incurred by delay or cancellation.

InsuranceRegistration fees do not include insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that all delegates take out their own travel and medical insurance prior to coming to the Conference. The policy should include loss of fees/deposit through cancellation of your participation in the Conference, or through cancellation of the Conference itself, loss of airfares for any reason, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property, additional expenses and repatriation should travel arrangements have to be altered. Neither the Conference Secretariat nor the Organising Committee will take any responsibility for any participant failing to insure. Please speak to your travel agent or airline in regard to this matter.

MealsThe Conference Organisers recognise that some delegates may have special dietary needs. Please advise the Conference Secretariat either via the registration form or in writing should you wish for them to make alternative arrangements on your behalf.

Please Note: Dietary requirements received less than 72 hours prior to the event cannot be guaranteed. Every effort will be made to provide Kosher meals if required, please advise the Conference Secretariat of any requirement.

Smoking PolicyThe Queensland Government imposes a strict no smoking policy in venues, restaurants, bars and shopping centres in Gladstone.

Privacy StatementIn registering for this event relevant details may be incorporated into a delegate list for the benefit of all delegates, sponsors, exhibitors, Encanta Event Management and other parties directly related to the Conference. Should you wish for your details not to be included in this list, please tick the privacy requested box on the registration form.

Website http://www.alumina2018.com/

The information provided within this brochure and program is correct at the time of printing.

The Conference website will be updated regularly and we urge those interested to view the site for further details on the program, general information and to register for the Conference.

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