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The University of Melbourne
The legislation establishing the University of Melbourne was introduced late in 1852 and passed early in 1853, making it older than all the universities in England except Oxford, Cambridge, Durham and London. The foundation stone was laid in July 1854, and the first four professors arrived early in 1855. The University commenced with 16 students and has now grown to 38,000 students and 5,500 staff. In 2003 The University of Melbourne celebrated 150 years of academic excellence and the remarkable individuals that have been part of the University throughout its history. The University campus is located a short tram ride from the CBD (Central Business District) in leafy Parkville. Its numerous amenities and state of the art facilities make it an ideal conference location.
The IXth International Conference on Heavy Quarks and Leptons is to be held in the Laby Theatre, Physics Building (Building 192 - E,20 on the Campus map), located on Swanston Street, Parkville.
Parking
There are several parking options available on the days of the Conference:
- Grattan Street - University Square , limited parking is available - entry is from Berkeley Street . Parking rates are $2.50 per hour or $7.50 per day with a flat rate of $2 after 4 pm. Payment is made using the automated ticketing machine on Level 1A of the car park. The car park will be open from 7am until 11 pm Monday to Friday. For more information contact the Parking Office on (03) 8344 7113.
- Royal Melbourne Hospital (Cnr. Royal Parade and Grattan Street ) and Royal Women's Hospital (Cnr Grattan and Cardigan Streets).
Public Transport
Melbourne has an extensive public transportation system consisting of buses, trains and trams. The University is particularly well serviced by trams and buses
Trams
Trams can be taken to the University of Melbourne via Elizabeth Street or Swanston Street, Melbourne For further information regarding tram services, please visit the Yarra Trams website http://www.yarratrams.com.au/
Trains
For details regarding Melbourne's train services, please refer to the Connex Trains website, http://www.connexmelbourne.com.au/
Buses
For details regarding Melbourne's extensive bus services please visit http://www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/
Taxi
A taxi from the city to the University of Melbourne will cost around A$8.00. Melbourne taxis are numerous and easy to spot . they are all uniformly yellow. Taxis often wait in designated ranks that are clearly signposted at central locations like major hotels in the CBD, or busy spots such as Flinders Street Station. You can also hail a taxi in the street . if the rooftop light is illuminated, it means the taxi is available for hire . or book a taxi by telephone 131 008 or 132 227.
Travel from the Airport to Melbourne
Melbourne International Airport is located 20km north-west of the city centre. The city can be easily accessed by taxi or Skybus.
Taxi
A taxi fromthe airport to the citywill cost around A$40.00.
Skybus
This bus service costs A$15.00 per adult one way and $24.00 return. The Skybus departs every 15 - 30 minutes and depending on the time of day will drop you off at your hotel or at the main terminus at Spencer Street Station. Please allow 20 - 40 minutes travel time to the city depending on the time of day. For further information regarding Skybus, please visit the Skybus website http://www.skybus.com.au/ or telephone (61 3) 9335 3066.