Housekeeping
Internet access
The University of Waikato will provide a guest network.
Instructions on joining the guest network can be found here: https://www.waikato.ac.nz/ict-self-help/guides/uow-guest-network
Caring for the whenua (the land)
- Please bring your own name badge and bag
- Please bring a keep-cup for hot drinks
- We will be eating vegetarian (other dietary requirements such as Halal, Vegan, Gluten Free and Dairy Free will also be accommodated)
- We suggest you use public transport where possible (see bus route links below)
Dress for pōwhiri (welcome ceremony)
For the formal welcome (pōwhiri) on Wednesday 27 November) registrants are requested to wear black and to have covered legs in a dress or long pants.
Please read these guidelines for powhiri on the Universtiy Marae: https://www.waikato.ac.nz/tekowhao/guidelines-for-powhiri
Bookseller
On Thursday 28th and Friday 29th November, Books for Kids will be selling books as part of the conference. https://www.booksforkids.co.nz/
Catering
Morning and afternoon teas (Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday) as well as lunches (Thursday/Friday/Saturday) will be served nearby the two conference spaces: (TL2.26 and TL2.19 or TC1.13)
Meals for registrants with dietary requirements will be clearly identified.
Climate in Hamilton
The climate in Hamilton in November can be very changeable. We could have sun, we could have rain, but it’s unlikely to be very cold.
Here is a link to average temperatures in Hamilton at that time: https://weatherspark.com/m/144921/11/Average-Weather-in-November-in-Hamilton-New-Zealand
Onsite parking for attendees
If you are bringing a car to the conference, please park in the General Carpark off Gate 10 Silverdale Road https://www.waikato.ac.nz/contact-us/map?GATE10
Use the free PayMyPark app to pay parking fees, or pay online at the PayMyPark website. Attendees cannot park in a numbered/named park because these are reserved for permit holders at all times (clamping fees apply).
Parking rates
There is a cost of $2.00 per day for parking between 8.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
Shuttle providers from Auckland airport to Hamilton
Supervan shuttle service Shared ride or private hire shuttle service between Hamilton and Auckland Airport. Phone +6478 080 676
Luxury Airport Shuttles Shared ride or private hire shuttle service between Hamilton and Auckland Airport. Phone +6475 474 444
Transport from campus to Hamilton city / Hamilton East (University)
There is a bus hub on campus by the Pharmacist located by the lakes.
Bus numbers 17, and 13 can be taken from here to Hamilton central city or Hamilton East (a nearby suburb where there are many eateries).
Of course there is always an option to use Uber or traditional taxis
Hamilton taxis: 0800477477