[{"heading":"What is the address of the conference venue?","body":"

The conference is taking place at the Marlborough Events Centre, 42a Alfred Street, Blenheim and ASB Theatre, 2 Hutcheson Street, Blenheim. Both venues are located adjacent to one another.

"},{"heading":"Is there car parking at the venue?","body":"

There is car parking available at a small cost. A car parking building is also located across the road.

"},{"heading":"Where is the registration desk?","body":"

We ask that you please check in at the registration desk when you arrive at the conference. The registration desk will be located in the

Marlborough Events Centre foyer.

"},{"heading":"What is the conference dress code?","body":"

Smart casual or business attire is appropriate.

"},{"heading":"I can no longer attend the conference but know of someone who will go in my place, how do I arrange this?","body":"

Should you be unable to attend the conference, but wish to arrange for someone to go in your place, please contact Kate Howden via email. Please have on hand the name of the registered delegate, the name of the replacement delegate and the replacement's contact details.

"},{"heading":"I need to change my accommodation booking for the conference, what do I do?","body":"

Please contact Rosanna Carleton via email with your current booking details and request. All accommodation amendments must be in writing.

"},{"heading":"I can't get any flights, what should I do?","body":"

Air New Zealand are monitoring flight demand closely to see if additional services need to be added. You will have the opportunity to indicate during registration when you plan on travelling so we can advise Air New Zealand. Alternatively, you can fly into Nelson and hire a car or arrange a transfer.

"},{"heading":"Can I pay when I arrive at the conference?","body":"

No, payment must be made prior to the conference.

"},{"heading":"Weather has closed the airport – what do I do?","body":"

Please contact your airline directly regarding your travel options. To advise us that you are arriving a day later than expected, please contact the Event Manager, Megan Crum, via email or call 021 918 517. If you have not booked accommodation via Conference Innovators then you should contact the hotel directly to advise them. Note that cancellation fees usually apply for last minute changes.

"},{"heading":"I have to talk to the organiser urgently, who do I contact?","body":"

Please contact the Event Manager, Megan Crum, via email or call 021 918 517.

"},{"heading":"I would like to go out for dinner in Blenheim, what are some good local options?","body":"

Local Restaurants:

Quench Bar & Restaurant, Chateau Marlborough Hotel, 95-117 High Street, Blenheim: https://www.marlboroughnz.co.nz/quench-restaurant-and-bar/
Mollies Bar & Eatery, Hotel D’Urville, 52 Queen Street, Blenheim: https://www.hoteldurville.co.nz/menus
The Tamarind, 14 Scott Street, Blenheim: https://tamarind.co.nz/. South Indian Cuisine
Gramados, 74 Main Street, Blenheim: https://www.gramadosrestaurant.com/. Brazilian cuisine
Gohan On Scott, 16 Scott Street, Blenheim: https://www.facebook.com/Gohanonscott-105723038053679. New Japanese restaurant.
Bamboo Garden, 31 Maxwell Road, Blenheim https://www.bamboogarden.co.nz/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw--GFBhDeARIsACH_kdZBy1mxzB3BZ2fU0X2iUj9uryC8pQ3S8n3idiO1xLdEL1ZQQNe-NHMaArP_EALw_wcB. Asian cuisine, very popular
Scotch Restaurant & Wine Bar, 24-26 Maxwell Road, Blenheim: https://www.scotchbar.co.nz/
Raupo Café & Restaurant, 6 Symons Street, Blenheim: https://www.raupocafe.co.nz/
Dolce Café, Restaurant and Bar, 11 Market Street, Blenheim: https://dolcerestaurantbar.co.nz/
Marlborough Public House, 51 Scott Street, Blenheim: Marlborough Public House | Restaurant and Bar, Blenheim (marlpublichouse.co.nz)
Biddy Kate’s, 2 Market Street, Blenheim: (1) Biddy Kates Cafe and Bar | Facebook

Pub food:

Marlborough Public House, 51 Scott Street, Blenheim: Marlborough Public House | Restaurant and Bar, Blenheim (marlpublichouse.co.nz)
Biddy Kate’s, 2 Market Street, Blenheim: (1) Biddy Kates Cafe and Bar | Facebook

"}]

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