The 12^th Australasian Conference on Information Security and Privacy (ACISP)

2-4 July, 2007 at Southbank Convention Centre, Townsville, Australia.

TOURIST INFORMATION

Townsville provides the perfect location to explore all that beautiful North Queensland has to offer. With it's relaxed, tropical atmosphere and world famous attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, tropical islands, rainforests, country towns and historic outback, a visit to Townsville is an experience never to be forgotten.

Quality Hotel Southbank and Convention Centre is located in the city's restaurant precinct and close to shopping, all major attractions and entertainment venues. Quality Hotel Southbank and Convention Centre is the perfect location to experience this tropical North Queensland destination.

Please feel free to follow the links below to find out more about attractions and holidays in Townsville.

http://www.townsvilleonline.com.au/

This site has been designed as a "one-stop-shop" providing information and services relating to tourism, events, meetings, investment and lifestyle in this dynamic region. A comprehensive guide to all aspects of life, tourism and business in Townsville, provided by Townsville Enterprise Limited.

www.townsville.qld.gov.au
The website of the Townsville City Council. Council Chambers are located about 1200 metres (ten minutes walk) from the hotel.

http://www.magnetic-island.com.au/

Magnetic island is only 25 minutes from the city centre by regular, fast cat ferries. Two thirds of Magnetic Island is National Park with secluded but easily accessible bays and golden beaches. There are a vast range of activities available including: boat trips around the island, parasailing, Harley Davidson tours, water sports, golf, diving expeditions, jet skiing, great fishing, horse riding

www.reefHQ.org.au

Come face to face with the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef at Reef HQ, the worlds' largest living coral reef aquarium. With lots of amazing attractions to enjoy, it's the ultimate reef experience, up close. In 2002 Reef HQ underwent a multi-million dollar redevelopment. Located 1500 metres (ten minutes walk) from the hotel.

www.billabongsanctuary.com.au
Northern Queensland's largest wildlife park, Billabong Sanctuary. Is home to kangaroos, koalas, crocodiles, pythons and cassowaries in their natural habitats amidst 10 acres of bushland. Located approximately 20 kilometres (twenty minutes drive) from the hotel.

www.mtq.qld.gov.au
The Museum of Tropical Queensland is a world-class gallery incorporating a central display of the shipwreck the HMS Pandora (of Mutiny on the Bounty fame). Located 1500 metres (five minutes walk) from the hotel. The interactive displays are second to none.

www.jcu.edu.au
The Website for James Cook University - the main campus is located in Townsville. Located approximately ten kilometres (fifteen minutes drive) from the hotel.