Venue and Travel
The University of Melbourne
TASA 2008 will be held at The University of Melbourne’s Economics and Commerce Building, located in leafy Parkville, a short tram ride from the CBD.
The legislation establishing the University of Melbourne was introduced late in 1852 and passed early in 1853, making the university 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 40,000 students and 6,000 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 in leafy Parkville. Its numerous amenities and state of the art facilities make it an ideal conference location.
Special Access
Campus access maps are available for people with access issues. Please download the map below or please request one via email: tasa2008@union.unimelb.edu.au
University of Melbourne Access Map PDF (232kb)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 $3.50 per hour or $10 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 (corner Royal Parade and Grattan Street) and Royal Women's Hospital (corner Grattan and Cardigan Streets).
- Kim Lim Parking — Leicester Street Car Park is located at 16 Leicester Street (between Queensberry and Victoria Streets).
Additional parking information can be found via The University of Melbourne Parking Office
Car parks for the disabled can be found on the top floor of University Square car park. The Royal Women’s Hospital, Cnr Cardigan and Grattan St. opens 6.30am Mon-Fri. The fee is $3.00 per hour with a maximum of $13.00.
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.
Trains
For details regarding Melbourne's train services, please refer to the Connex Trains website.
Buses
For details regarding Melbourne's extensive bus services please visit the Metlink website.
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.
Maxi Taxis are available with drivers trained specifically in dealing with people with a disability. They have dual wheelchair access and can carry up to 10 passengers. Phone 13 MAXI (13 6294), 03 9277 3877 or Book online.
Skybus
Skybus offers a shuttle bus service to and from the airport and Melbourne CBD and city hotels. This service operates 24 hours, 7 days. Buses run every 10-15 minutes throughout the day and every 30-60 minutes overnight. Adult one way tickets cost $16 / $26 return. For more information Skybus can be contacted on (61 3) 9335 2811.
Skybus features an on board baggage storage and wheelchair access. Ticketing desks are located on the curb outside the exit. Skybus Phone: 03 8335 2811 or skybus.com.au