We will soon be sending invitations for volunteers to present at the conference so please think about how you may be able to contribute.

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1 Association of Neurophysiological Technologists of Australia Inc ABN: th Annual Conference 3 rd April 2018 Dear Member, The members of the 2018 ANTA Conference committee would like to formally invite you to attend the 40th Annual ANTA Conference. This will be held on the Sunshine Coast Qld at Oaks Oasis Resort Caloundra from the 13 th September to 15 th September Please find included a delegate information package containing an overview of the conference. A registration form and Oaks Oasis accommodation bookings form are included. We will soon be sending invitations for volunteers to present at the conference so please think about how you may be able to contribute. Please join us for an interesting scientific programme and great social events. We look forward to seeing you there. Conference Committee

2 Association of Neurophysiological Technologists of Australia Inc ABN: th Annual Conference Delegate Information Pack The 2018 ANTA Conference is to be held on the Sunshine Coast, Caloundra from the 13 th to the 15 th of September. Conference Venue Oaks Oasis Resort 2 Landsborough Parade Caloundra Please note rooms held until 60 days prior to conference date. Please make your bookings using booking form (attached) prior to 13 th July Alternate accommodation Options Ocean Views Resort o Corner of Centaur and Bulcock Streets, Caloundra o Motel Suite Ocean view from $120 per night o Winward Passage Holiday Apartments o 31 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach o 2 Bedroom Apartment from $130 per night o

3 Transport o ConXion provide shuttle buses services from both the Sunshine Coast Airport and Brisbane airport. o From Brisbane Airport to Sunshine Coast $100 return o From Sunshine Coast Airport $68 return o Registration A registration form for the conference is attached. Prices are reduced for early bird registration for payments received by the 1 st July Please complete the attached form and send to: Eden Bartak / Jane Brass antaconfernce2018@gmail.com Payment can be made by electronic funds transfer or direct deposit. Please use your initial and last name as your reference number so we can match up payments and registration. When ing registration form please put Registration and your name in the subject line. Scientific Program Our guest speakers include: Epileptologist Dr Sasha Dionisio, Functional Neurological Disorders Specialist Dr Alex Lehn, Paediatric Neurologists Dr Harry Singh and Kate Sinclair, and Clinical Neurophysiologist Dr Cullen O Gorman. Our program will include a range of Neurophysiology topics including EEG, NCS/EMG, Intraoperative Monitoring and their associated pathologies. Our workshops this year will include an EEG and NCS trouble shooting/software workshop. Compumedics (Profusion 4 and 5 EEG), Life healthcare (Synergy and Viking) and Sonoray (Keypoint) will have equipment onsite to help answer your questions. To help with preparation and efficient flow of the workshops please your questions (with workshop and equipment name in the subject line ie: EEG workshop Profusion EEG 5 ) by the 14 th August to Jo Castle at

4 Social Events Alongside the scientific program for the conference, social events provide an opportunity for ANTA members to mingle and network. This year, the social events will include: Thursday Night Welcome Drinks Sponsored by Life Health Care Will be held at the venue with an outside let s get physical (80 s style) theme. The late afternoon will start with an opportunity for members to test their skills at beach volleyball, mini golf, the giant jumping pillow or climbing frame. This will be followed by a canape and cocktails night under the stars. Friday Night Conference Dinner Sponsored by Sonoray The conference dinner will held at the award winning Green Zebra Restaurant, Parrearra

5 Wednesday Night Optional Social Event $32 (payable on the night) Escape Your smartphone! Escape your city! Escape Your life! You are given 60 minutes to overcome all the obstacles and escape the room. To solve all the challenges, you will need to work as a team, and work fast! Use your intelligence, smarter than the creators of this incredible game. Saturday Night Optional Social Event $100 Sunset Cruise Enjoy the comfort of the Whale One luxury catamaran as we cruise the Mooloolaba canals, taking in the spectacular views and stunning homes along the way. As the sun sets over the Glasshouse Mountains, the sky turns into a beautiful sight not to be missed. If the weather and our Skipper permit, we head out of the Mooloolah River into the Mooloolaba Bay to a picturesque hinterland to see all the lights and colours of this beautiful region. As we cruise, you can enjoy a beverage from our fully licensed bar, and cold buffet while listen to some cool tunes.

6 Association of Neurophysiological Technologists of Australia Inc ABN: th Annual Scientific Meeting 2018 INVOICE ( NB: This is not a tax invoice GST is not charged) Invoice Number: office use only Member Number: DELEGATE INFORMATION Surname: Organisation: First name: Mr. Mrs. Miss Ms. Address: Telephone: Fax: City: State: Post Code: Country: Confirm special request / requirements: FULL REGISTRATION All sessions, morning and afternoon teas, lunches, Welcome Evening and Conference Dinner (does not include optional Saturday night Social event) Optional Saturday Night Social Event ADDITIONAL DINNER GUEST Conference Dinner DAY REGISTRATION Plenary sessions on selected day, morning and afternoon tea, and lunch. PACKAGE DETAILS ANTA Member: AU$450 Registration after 1 st July 2018 : AU$500 Non ANTA Member: AU$550 Registration after 1 st July 2018:: AU$600 Yes No Cost: AU$130 Cost: AU$100 Thursday 13 th September AU$120 Friday 14 th September AU$120 Saturday 15 th September AU$120 ANTA INC PHOTO PERMISSION The Association would like to post photos in the Members section of the website and Conference photo albums. The Members only section can only be accessed by current financial members. These photos will be in accordance with the Privacy (Private Sector) Regulations Act If you wish for photos to be published on the website and conference album, please sign below: I.. do authorise ANTA Inc to publish my photo in the members section of the website and in the conference album. Signature. Direct deposits can be made to Association of Neurophysiological Technologists of Australia Inc Westpac: GPO Box Sydney 2001, Australia BSB: ACCOUNT NO: International SWIFT Code: WPACAU2S Phone: Ref: please include your surname in the reference To Pay via BPAY: PAYMENT Date.. *Please note: No cash payments will be accepted Please make cheques payable to Association of Neurophysiological Technologists of Australia Inc. Conference Account If paying by cheque please contact Eden Bartak/Jane Brass by below. Please send remittance for EFT to: SURNAME

7 Oaks Oasis Resort 2 North St, Caloundra QLD 4551 Accommodation Booking Form ANTA Conference 12 th 16 th September 2018 Return Completed Form to: Marciac@minorhotels.com.au Phone PERSONAL DETAILS Guest First Name No. Adults Phone Address BOOKING DETAILS Arrival Date Departure Date Guest Surname No. Children Mobile Arrival Time Departure Time ROOM DETAILS (Please indicate the number of rooms & bedding configuration required) Room Type Nightly Rate Bedding Configurations No. Rooms No. Guests Executive King / Family $150 1 King or 2 Queen Beds Executive Room Rate includes full breakfast for 1 person. OPTIONS (Please indicate if required) Breakfast Required (If this option is chosen, it will be automatically added to the total room rate based on number of booking nights) Special Requests (Please note that whilst we attempt to satisfy all requests, we are unable to guarantee prior to arrival) $20 per person, per night Yes / No TERMS & CONDITIONS Rates & room types are subject to availability at the time of booking. Credit card details are required at the time of booking to secure a reservation and a deposit equal to one night s accommodation will be processed within 48 hours of booking. BOOKINGS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL A CONFIRMATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED FROM OAKS. Cancellations within 30 Days prior to arrival will incur a cancellation fee equal to 100% cancelled accommodation. Check-in is after 2pm on your day of arrival, however should you arrive earlier luggage storage is available and you are welcome to use the hotel facilities. Check-out time is prior to 10am on your day of departure. Should you require a later check-out, please contact Reception on the morning of your departure. A late check out fee may apply. Valid photo identification must be presented on arrival. Upon arrival, a credit card pre- authorization of $75 is required as a security bond to cover any incidental expenses incurred during the stay. We do not accept cash as a payment for the security bond. Please note: Payment by all credit card types will incur a 1.5% transaction fee in addition to the amount charged. CREDIT CARD **Booking will NOT be made if this section is not completed** VISA MCARD AMEX DINNERS Card: Expiry Date: MM YY Name on Card: Signature