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Program Handbook 

Proudly Hosted by Platinum sPonsors

Government of Western Australia 

Department for Communities

Welcome 

on behalf of mental Health Carers arafmi (Wa) inc, Carers Wa and the Wa 

Carers Conference 2012 organising Committee, we take great pleasure 

in welcoming you to the Wa Carers Conference 2012 here at the Perth 

Convention and exhibition Centre. 

The conference theme is ‘Caring at the 

Crossroads’. Never has caring in our 

communities been more prominent and 

prevalent. As our population ages and 

increases, with medical intervention 

extending lifespans, with mental 

health caring loads increasing, and 

with residential support not keeping 

up with the increasing demand, more 

responsibility is placed on family and 

friends who provide the majority of 

care to people in the community who 

need support. What does this all mean 

for families and other carers, and how 

does it impact on the services and 

organisations that support them? 

The Conference, hosted by ABC TV 

Sports Presenter and Broadcaster 

Karen Tighe, will provide an excellent 

opportunity for family carers, community 

organisations, service providers and 

government agencies to learn about the 

current trends and issues relating to and 

impacting on carers and the people they 

support. These messages come from a 

range of well-informed sources which 

includes politicians, senior bureaucrats, 

service providers and academics as well 

as from those with a lived experience of 

the topic, the carers themselves. 

The program allows the opportunity for 

attendees to participate in panel and 

Q&A sessions as well as listening to a 

wide range of presenters during the two 

days. People will have a chance to put 

their views directly to senior bureaucrats 

and community leaders. 

Paul Coates Mike Seward 

Outside the formal program there will be 

a range of wellness activities provided, 

an evening workshop for carers, their 

families and friends and a dinner hosted 

by Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc. 

Sponsorship has been kindly provided by 

a range of government departments and 

service providers who will have booths in 

the exhibition hall to provide attendees 

with a wealth of information about the 

services that are available. 

We welcome you to the WA Carers 

Conference 2012 and look forward to 

your participation. 

Chief exeCutive OffiCer exeCutive DireCtOr 

Carers WA Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) 

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Sponsor acknowledgements 

the Wa Carers 2012 Conference organising Committee acknowledge with 

gratitude the generous support of our sponsors: 

Paul Coates 

Carers WA 

Clare Cullen 


Donna Turner 


Mike Seward 

Mental Health Carers 

Arafmi (WA) Inc 

Gwen Wood 

Department of Health 

Platinum sponsors 

Gold sponsor support sponsor 

Conference organising Committee Conference secretariat 

Jo Brooker 

Department for Communities 

Ellen Walker 

Former Chair, 

Carers Advisory Council 

Ros Morrow 

Formerly Curtin University 

Jennifer Antulov 

Board Member, Mental Health 

Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc 

Karena Sherriff 

Commonwealth Respite 

and Carelink Centres 

Kristine McConnell 

Carers Advisory Council 

Lee Tate 



Maria Radici 

Disability Services 

Commission 

Dane Etheridge 

Board Member, Mental 

Health Carers Arafmi 

(WA) Inc 

EECW Pty Ltd 

PO Box 749 

Wembley WA 6913 

T: (08) 9389 1488 

F: (08) 9389 1499 

E: info@eecw.com.au

Mental Health Commission 

Supporting early 

intervention and recovery 

person centred 

services and supports 

a connected whole of 

community and government 

approach 

a balanced investment 

in new priorities 

For people to recover and have a 

decent life, they don’t just need medication 

or specialist services; they also need support 

from families and friends, as well as the 

opportunity to rebuild their lives and 

contribute to the community. 

www.mentalhealth.wa.gov.au 

Eddie Bartnik, Mental Health Commissioner 

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Speakers 

Master of Ceremonies 

Karen Tighe ABC TV Sports Presenter, Broadcaster and Carer 

Keynote Speaker 

Hon. Robyn McSweeney, MLC Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; Seniors and Volunteering; 

Women’s Interests; Youth 

Invited Plenary Speakers and Panel Members 

Ron Chalmers Director General, Disability Services Commission 

Dr Penny Flett CEO, Brightwater Care 

Cathy O’Leary Medical Editor, The West Australian 

Tim Moore President, Carers Australia 

Ara Cresswell CEO, Carers Australia 

Bruce Langoulant Chairman, Disability Services Commission Board 

Eric Dillon Director, Policy, Mental Health Commission 

Hon. Sue Ellery MLC Patron, Carers WA 

Lyn Isted Chair, Carers Advisory Council 

Karen Tighe ABC TV Sports Presenter, Broadcaster and Carer 

Hon. Chief Justice Wayne Martin, AC Patron, Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc 

Paul Coates CEO, Carers WA 

Mike Seward Executive Director, Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc 

Jenni Collard Director, Office of Aboriginal Health, WA Department of Health 

Mental Health and the Law: Invited Panel Members 

Sandra Boulter Mental Health Law Centre 

Insp. Kim Travers WA Police Academy 

Louise Southalan Policy Officer, Strategic Policy and Planning Department, Mental Health Commission 

Tony Fowke President, Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc 

Respite Advisors Panel: Invited Panel Members 

Andrea Creado Ishar Multicultural Women’s Health Centre 

Cecilia Donovan Kalparrin 

Mairead McAllister GreenApple Respite Services 

Su Ward Independent Living Centre 

Young Carers in Schools: Invited Panel Members 

Anjie Brook Department of Education 

Linda Crumlin Australian Red Cross 

Lorna Hart Carers WA 

Kerry Hartmann Goollelal Primary School 

Cally Jeffers Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc 

Grant Posell Year 12 Student, Scotch College 

Ian Chin Year 12 Student, Scotch College 

Yael Seth Lesmurdie Senior High School 

Debra Cunningham Primary School Chaplain, YouthCARE

Confidentiality and Information Sharing: Invited Panel Members 

Dr Rowan Davidson The Chief Psychiatrist 

Margaret Doherty Mental Health Matters 2 

Patrick Hardwick Private MH Consumer Carer Network, National MH Carer & Consumer Forum 

Carer Advisors Panel: Invited Panel Members 

Fern Hazeldean City of Belmont 

Lynne Hedley Mary Chester Centre Alzheimer’s Australia WA 

Jude Humphreys Motor Neurone Disease Association of WA Inc 

Christina Line Neurological Council of WA 

Greg Mahney Advocare 

Sue Maras The Centre For Cerebral Palsy 

Jean Chaney Bentley Health Service 

Jane McKinley Carers WA 

Rosemary Wood Carer Liaison & Education Service, North Metropolitan Older Adult Mental Health 

Peta McCausland Cancer Council Western Australia 

COTA (WA) – THE VOICE OF SENIORS! 

COTA (WA) is recognised by the State and Federal 

Government as the peak body for all older Western 

Australians. It is a non-profit, independent organisation run 

by older people for older people. As the Voice of Seniors, we 

advocate on behalf of Seniors to influence local, state and 

federal government, business and the community. 

COTA WA PROVIDES A RANGE 

OF SERVICES INCLUDING: 

COTA Membership Services – provide individuals with 

access to the COTA WA dining program, travel and wine 

club, discounted gift cards, COTA Home Maintenance 

Services, COTA insurance, COTA mobile phones and key 

finders. Organisational membership entitlements include 

reduced rates for COTA WA conferences, forums and 

seminars and voting rights. Other benefits include six 

free One COTA magazines and access to our fortnightly 

e-newsletter. 

Seniors Housing Centre – is a collaborative venture 

between COTA WA and the Department of Commerce – 

Consumer Protection to offer a gateway for information 

and referrals for Seniors on their available housing options. 

Seminars are conducted regularly through metropolitan 

region. Contact 1300 734 838 for more information. 

Living Longer Living Stronger Program – provides 

strength training and exercise for the over 50s, it has more 

than 6,000 people enrolled across WA who participate at over 

70 locations in individually supervised programs. Sessions are 

available at low cost and are held in an atmosphere that is 

fun, enjoyable and welcoming! 

CONTACT DETAILS: 

Council on the Ageing Western Australia 

PO Box 7896, Cloisters Square, Perth WA 6850 

Telephone: 08 9321 2133, Facsimile: 08 9321 2707 

Email: admin@cotawa.org.au 

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About the Program 

Panel Discussions 

STREAM C1 

Thursday 23 August 2012 

3.30pm-4.30pm 

Meeting Room 1 

STREAM C2 


3.30pm-4.30pm 


STREAM D3 

Friday 24 August 2012 

11.00am-12.30pm 


STREAM E1 


1.30pm-3.00pm 


STREAM E2 


1.30pm-3.00pm 


Mental Health and the Law 

This discussion and debate will raise the main ingredients in Western Australia’s new Mental Health 

Act, now going through the Parliamentary processes. Every aspect of the State’s mental health laws, 

powers and rights have been under the microscope to set a blueprint for the future. 

Police powers regarding the important and challenging roles for police in prosecutions and dealing 

with mental health consumers as we face major changes are undergoing substantial overhaul. 

Much police internal work has been undertaken with researchers looking at international and 

national practices that may be suitable for WA. 

Everything you wanted to know about respite but were too tired to ask 

This panel is comprised of people who deliver respite services around WA. You have a great 

opportunity to explore your options for taking a break. The panel members will talk about the 

services they have available and then open the discussion up for the audience to ask questions. 

Young Carers in Schools 

Around WA a dedicated and diverse group of school based staff and students are working with 

government and community organisations to make it easier to identify and support young carers 

in schools. Panel members will share their insights and speak about future plans. The audience is 

encouraged to come with questions and ideas for the panel. Our facilitator is Tim Moore, President 

of Carers Australia. 

Confidentiality and information sharing – problems and solutions 

Due to concerns about confidentiality, families have been left in limbo wondering whether their 

loved ones with a mental illness are safe and receiving the care they need. Yet consumers have a 

right to privacy and clinicians have a responsibility to protect the confidentiality of their clients. 

How can this situation be resolved in a way that respects and supports all involved? Our panel 

members will lead a discussion and invite audience participation. 

Are you a carer seeking advice? This is the panel session for you! 

Whatever your caring role, there is a carer advisor on this panel who can assist with information 

and referrals. This panel is comprised of people who spend every working day with carers, helping 

them navigate the complex web of agencies and service providers that you may need to contact. 

Come and meet them in person and bring them your questions, and also your tips and ideas. 

Other carers in the audience will appreciate it. Our facilitator is Lyneve Cannon.

Evening Program 

Evening Café for Carers 

Family and Friends 


5.00pm-7.00pm 

Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 

Free Workshop - Prior bookings essential. 

Any delegates wishing to attend this 

evening and who have not already 

registered, please speak with the staff at 

the Registration Desk and they will advise 

if there is any availability. 

The Evening Café workshop focuses on 

how families can improve the quality 

of time they spend together as well as 

increase the chances that everyone in the 

family will get time to do those things 

they want to pursue as individuals. 

This fun event for carers, family and 

friends is facilitated by Tim Moore, 

President of Carers Australia. 

PrOuDly sPOnsOreD by 

Commonwealth Respite 

and Carelink Centres 

Mental Health Carers Arafmi 

(WA) Inc Hosted Dinner 


7.30pm-9.30pm 

The Globe Restaurant Parmelia Hilton 

Additional cost applies. 

Numbers strictly limited. 

Dress: Smart Casual 

Any delegates wishing to attend this 

evening and have not already registered, 

please speak with the staff at the 

Registration Desk and they will advise 

if there is any availability. 

Presenter Abstracts 

Presenter abstracts will be made available on the Conference Website 

shortly after the Conference. Copies of abstracts can be viewed at the 

Carers WA booth, Arafmi booth, Registration Desk and Carers Help Desk. 

Carers Voting Booth 

Let’s go the next state election with a list of priorities for 

carers in WA. 

We want to inform all political parties of your priorities for carers in WA. 

Rate your top 3 from the list of 6 and place your voting slip in the boxes 

provided at the Carers WA Booth or the Carers Help Desk. The state election 

takes place in March 2013. Voting slips are in your conference satchel. 

Carers Story Booth 

Do you have a caring story that could help us improve life 

for carers? 

The Carer Story Booth is a chance for us to hear your caring story so that we 

can raise carer issues in the media and in our campaign work. You can choose 

to keep your personal details confidential, but with your permission we will 

include your story as evidence in our submissions to governments as we bid for 

better services and outcomes for caring families. Research students from Curtin 

University and staff from Carers WA will be on hand to record your story. 

Carers Help Desk 

Helping carers to fast track their way through the maze. 

Carers often need to interact with a number of agencies in order to gain all the 

information and services they are seeking. The Carers Help Desk is a chance to 

ask more complex questions of our team of advisors. They might not be able 

to answer every question you have, but they are very likely to know who does 

have the answers and to provide you with a referral. 

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Carers Wellbeing Program 

Thursday 23 & Friday 24 August 2012 

Carer Workshops 

10.30am-3.30pm Meeting rOOM 6 

Overview of Carers Workshops 

Various therapies will be extended to carers throughout both days of the Conference between 10.30am 

and 3.30pm. Two therapists will offer Reiki, Reflexology and Aromatherapy Massage each for a 20 minute 

period. Interested carers should register to participate in some of these wellbeing activities so that you do 

not miss out! This needs to be undertaken directly in the Carers Wellbeing Room in Meeting Room 6. 

10.30am-3.30pm Reiki, Reflexology, Aromatherapy Massage Tina Mirco and Lisa Formentin 

11.00am-11.40am Wellbeing 101 Janni Goss, The Laughter Lady 

11.45am-12.30pm Meditation Sister Jayru, Australian Buddhist Bliss Culture Mission 

1.30pm-2.10pm Yoga & Relaxation Margaret Willcocks, Greenwood Yoga 

2.15pm-3.00pm Tapping Emotional Freedom Technique Leonie Patrice, Carers WA 

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Conference Program Day 1 


8.00am Registration Open 

Plenary 

9.15am-10.30am Meeting rOOM 1-3 

9.15am Introduction, Mike Seward, ED, Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc and 

Welcome, Karen Tighe, Master of Ceremonies/Facilitator 

9.20am Welcome to Country, Maree Taylor 

9.25am Official Opening 

What has Changed for Carers in the Previous 2-3 Years – a National Perspective 

Ara Cresswell, CEO, Carers Australia 

9.40am Plenary Panel: What has Changed for Carers in your Sector? 

Brief presentations followed by Q&A session with audience 

Facilitator: Karen Tighe 

Hon. Chief Justice Wayne Martin, AC, Patron, Mental Health Carers Arafmi (WA) Inc 

Ron Chalmers, Director General, Disability Services Commission 

Dr Penny Flett, CEO, Brightwater Care 

Cathy O’Leary, Medical Editor, The West Australian 

10.30am-11.00am Morning Tea and Exhibition Carers Wellness Activities 

Concurrent Session A 

11.00am-12.30pm STREAM A1 

STREAM A2 

STREAM A3 

Mental Health 

Services, Support 

Transitions in Caring 

and Wellbeing 

and Skills 

and Future Planning 

Chair: Mike Seward Chair: Ara Cresswell Chair: Paul Coates 

Meeting rOOM 1 Meeting rOOM 2 Meeting rOOM 3 

Aboriginal Woman 

Who is Caring for me 

My Experience as a Carer 

Carer Stories 

Mary O’Neill 

and Current Developments 

Bernadette Hill and 


within the DSC 

Annette Garlett 

Bruce Langoulant 

Aboriginal Women 

Chairman, Disability Services 

Commission Board 

Listening to my Liyan 

The Carer Strain Index 

Informing Carers on how 

(heart/soul/spirit) 

Michelle Collins 

to Plan for their Future 

Simon Williams 

Osborne Park Hospital 

Decision Making and the 


Options Available for the 


Person they Care for 

Robyn Baker 

Office of the Public Advocate 

Kinship Care and your Rights: From Mum’s Camps to the My Way – Self Directed 

How does the State Operate Digital Generation – 30 Years Supports and Services 

with Grandparent Carers of Supporting Families 

Robyn Massey 

Stephen Hall 

Lucy Moran 

Disability Services Commission 

Grandparent Carer 

The Kalparrin Centre and 

Anita Peiris 

WA Special Families 

12.30pm-1.30pm Lunch and Exhibition Carers Wellness Activities 

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Concurrent Session B 

1.30pm-3.00pm STREAM B1 

Mental Health 

and Wellbeing 

STREAM B2 


and Skills 

STREAM B3 



Chair: Liza McStravick Chair: Karen Tighe Chair: Jenni Perkins 


“Totes Devo’d” It’s not my Fault 

Sarah Tarulli and 

Juliana Hussain 



Young Carers WA 

Superheroes vs. Life 

Lorna Hart and Elise Wilson 


Those that Care – An Essential 

Ingredient to Early Recovery 

Sonja 



Carers + Advocacy 

= Real Changes 

Carol Franklin and 

Carmen Pratts-Hincks 

People with Disabilities WA 

Identifying and Listening 

to Carers in Hospitals 

Stephanie Fewster 


Aboriginal Health Professional 

– re LIFE Program 

Sheridan Walley 

3.00pm-3.30pm Afternoon Tea and Exhibition Carers Wellness Activities 

Concurrent Session C 

Valuing Family Carers 

– the Hidden Patients 

Prof Samar Aoun 

WA Centre for Cancer and 

Palliative Care, Curtin University 

Transitions for our Family 

Members from Family Home 

to New Home – What is the 

Best to Expect? 

Lois Gatley 

McGurk Consultants 

Involving Carers in the 

Future of Aged Care 

Ara Cresswell 

CEO, Carers Australia 

3.30pm-4.30pm STREAM C1 

STREAM C2 

STREAM C3 

Mental Health 

Services, Supports and 

Transitions in Caring, 

and Wellbeing 

Skills Panel Discussion 

Future Planning – 

Carers Tell Their Stories 

Facilitator: Karen Tighe Facilitator: Erin Scales Facilitator: Dr Ros Morrow 

Evening Program 


Mental Health and the Law 

Panel: 

Sandra Boulter 

Mental Health Law Centre 

Insp. Kim Travers 

WA Police Academy 

Louise Southalan 

Policy Officer, Strategic Policy 

and Planning Department, 

Mental Health Commission 

Tony Fowke 

President, Mental Health Carers 


4.30pm-5.00pm Live Entertainment in the Foyer 

5.00pm-7.00pm Evening Café 

for Carers, Family 

and Friends 

7.30pm-9.30pm Mental Health Carers 


Hosted Dinner 

Respite Options Panel 

Panel: 

Su Ward 

Mairead McAllister 

Andrea Creado 

Cecilia Donovan 

Facilitator: Tim Moore, 

President, Carers Australia 

Pre registratiOn requireD 

The Globe Restaurant, 

Parmelia Hilton 

Pre registratiOn requireD 

Where is Conor’s Place? 

Kelly Strahan 

Care and Support of People 

with Intellectual Disability 

with Co-existing Mental Illness 

Alan Robinson 

Family/Carer Advocate 

Good God, I’m a Carer! Mental 

Illness, Dementia and Spouse- 

Carers’ Spiritual Resources 

Janelle MacGregor 

Shooting the Undertoad 

Samantha Connor 

Proudly sponsored by the Commonwealth 

Respite and Carelink Centres, Silver 

Chain, Australian Red Cross and 

Independent Living Centre of WA

Conference Program Day 2 


8.30am Registration Open 

Plenary 

9.15am-10.30am Meeting rOOM 1-3 

9.15am Welcome 

Karen Tighe, Master of Ceremonies 

9.25am Official Opening Speech 

Hon. Robyn McSweeney, MLC, Minister for Child Protection; Community Services; 

Seniors and Volunteering; Women’s Interests; Youth 

9.40am Plenary Panel: What Changes can Carers in WA Expect to See Over 2-3 Years? 

Brief presentations followed by Q and A session with audience 

Facilitator: Karen Tighe 

Panel Members: 

Jenni Collard, Director, Office of Aboriginal Health, WA Department of Health 

Ara Cresswell, CEO, Carers Australia 

Bruce Langoulant, Chairman, Disability Services Commission Board 

Eric Dillon, Director, Policy, Mental Health Commission 

10.30am-11.00am Morning Tea and Exhibition Carers Wellness Activities 

Concurrent Session D 

11.00am-12.30pm STREAM D1 

STREAM D2 

STREAM D3 

Mental Health 


Young Carers in Schools 

and Wellbeing 

and Skills 

Panel Q&A Session 

with Audience 

Chair: Mike Seward Chair: Paul Coates Facilitator: Tim Moore 


Mental Illness Carer 

Assessment Tool (MI-CAT) 

the Journey of Development 

of the Tool and a Carers 

Perspective 

Kim Loader 

Bunbury Pathways 

Evidence Based Carer Peer 

Workforce 

Frances Sanders 

ARAFEMI, Victoria 

The Road to Carer 

Representation – Goat Track 

or Bitumen Highway? 

Ronnie Burkin 


12.30pm-1.30pm Lunch and Exhibition Carers Wellness Activities 

Collaborating for Carers 

at a Grass Roots Level 

Kylie Ryan 

Bay of Isles Community 

Outreach Inc 

Journey of a Carer 

Support Group 

Irene Willis and Bev Lee 

Consumer/Carer, 

MS Society of WA 

Carer Complaints and the 

Carers Charter 

Anne Donaldson 

HADSCO 

A facilitated discussion 

with staff and students from 

schools, non-government 

agencies and government 

departments who are 

supporting young carers 

in school settings. 

Panel: 

Linda Crumlin 

Lorna Hart 

Debra Cunningham 

Kerry Hartmann 

Cally Jeffers 

Anjie Brook 

Grant Posell 

Ian Chin 

Yael Seth 

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Concurrent Session E 

1.30pm-3.00pm STREAM E1 

Mental Health 

and Wellbeing 

STREAM E2 

Services, Supports, Skills 

– Panel Discussion 

STREAM E3 



Facilitator: Karen Tighe Facilitator: Lyneve Cannon Chair: Victoria Amey 


Confidentiality and 

Information Sharing 

– Problems and Solutions 


(WA) Inc Panel: 

Dr Rowan Davidson 

The Chief Psychiatrist 

Western Australia 

Margaret Doherty 

Convenor, Mental Health 

Matters 2 

Patrick Hardwick 

Private MH Consumer Carer 

Network, National MH Carer 

& Consumer Forum 

3.00pm-3.30pm Afternoon Tea and Exhibition 

Carers Wellness Activities 

Plenary 

3.30pm-4.30pm Meeting rOOM 1-3 

Carer Advisors Panel 

Interactive Session 

Are you a Carer Seeking 

Advice? This Panel is for You! 

Panel: 

Jane McKinley 

Sue Maras 

Lynne Hedley 

Peta McCausland 

Jude Humphreys 

Fern Hazeldean 

Jean Chaney 

Rosemary Wood 

Greg Mahney 

Christina Line 

Plenary Panel – ‘Caring is a Part, but not all of Your Life?’ 

Facilitator: Paul Coates, CEO, Carers WA 

Brief Presentations: 

Karen Tighe, ABC TV Sports Presenter, Broadcaster, MC/Facilitator and Carer 

Hon. Sue Ellery, MLC, Patron, Carers WA 

Lyn Isted, Chair, Carers Advisory Council 

Facilitated Q&A with the audience. 

4.30pm Close 

Paul Coates 

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Stop the Merry-Go-Round; 

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Dr Ros Morrow 

The Experience of Carers 

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Transition to Adulthood 

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Carers WA 15 

Community Services, 

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Autism Association of Western Australia 23 

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Carers Help Desk 28 

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Senior Helpers 27 

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General Information 

Conference Venue 

Perth Convention and 

Exhibition Centre 

21 Mounts Bay Road 

Perth, Western Australia 

T: 08 9338 0300 

F: 08 9338 0309 

W: www.pcec.com.au 

The Perth Convention and Exhibition 

Centre (PCEC) is situated in the heart of 

the beautiful city of Perth within an easy 

walking distance of the major hotels, 

businesses, restaurants and retail districts 

and offers a range of transport options. 

With its advanced technical facilities and 

communication infrastructure as well as 

first class catering and service, the PCEC 

meets all the requirements needed for 

an enjoyable and productive working 

environment and is undoubtedly an ideal 

host venue for the 2012 Conference. 

atms 

An automatic teller machine is located 

on Level 2 adjacent to the Velluto 

Restaurant. 

banks 

All major banks are located within 

close proximity to the Perth Convention 

and Exhibition Centre on St Georges 

Terrace Perth. 

Car rental 

Budget Rent a Car: 13 27 27 

Hertz: 13 30 39 

Avis: 13 63 33 

Child Care 

Please note that no official arrangements 

have been made for child care during the 

Conference. Please check with your hotel 

who may be able to assist you further 

with babysitting services during your stay. 

dress 

Conference Sessions: Smart Casual 

Evening Cafe: Smart Casual 

Conference Dinner: Smart Casual 

indemnity 

Should for any reason outside the control 

of the Conference Organisers, the venue 

or speakers change, or the event be 

cancelled, the Conference Organisers 

shall endeavour to reschedule, but the 

client hereby indemnifies and holds 

the Conference Organisers including 

but not limited to the Host, Organising 

Committee and EECW Pty Ltd harmless 

from and against any and all costs, 

damages and expenses. 

This agreement is subject to the laws of 

Australia and a registration submission 

ensures acceptance of this indemnity. 

meals 

All tea breaks and lunches will be served 

amongst the exhibition, in River View 

Rooms 4 and 5 and can be enjoyed 

in Northern Foyer. For delegates with 

special dietary requirements, please 

make yourself known to the catering 

staff who will be able to assist. 

messages 

The Conference secretariat will 

receive all messages, which can be 

collected from the registration desk. 

The following contact number can 

be provided for messages: 

Mobile: 0412 987 539 

No responsibility can be accepted for 

undelivered messages. 

name badge 

It would be appreciated if delegates 

wear their name badge at all times 

during the Conference as this identifies 

them as eligible for catering and entry to 

Conference Sessions. 

Parking 

Parking within the Perth Convention 

and Exhibition Centre car park, which 

is operated by the City of Perth, is open 

to the public however spaces are limited 

by 7.30am. We encourage delegates to 

arrive early each day of the Conference 

to avoid any potential parking problems.

alternate Parking 

Given the Convention Centre’s car 

park popularity, alternate parking is 

available within a short walk of the Perth 

Convention Centre. 

- CPP car park at His Majesty’s 

- CPP car park Council House 

- CPP car park Concert Hall 

- Wilson car park on Terrace Road 

- Wilson car park at the Hilton 

- Westralia Square 

- Central Park 

- King Street 

- Murray Street 

Privacy statement 

In registering for this event relevant 

details may be incorporated into a 

delegate list for the benefit of major 

sponsors, exhibitors, EECW Pty Ltd and 

other parties directly related to the 

Conference. Should you wish for your 

details not to be included in this list, 

please inform the registration desk on 

site at the Conference. 

registration desk 

The Registration Desk will be located 

in the Northern Foyer of the Perth 

Convention and Exhibition Centre and 

will be open as follows: 

Thursday 23 August 2012 08.00-19.30 

Friday 24 August 2012 08.30-16.30 

Upon registration delegates will be 

issued with their registration pack 

including delegate satchel, pocket 

program, social event tickets (if 

applicable) and name badge. 

All enquiries in relation to social events, 

program information, accommodation, 

general information and friendly 

local advice may be directed to the 

registration desk. 

smoking Policy 

The Perth Convention and Exhibition 

Centre has a no smoking policy. This policy 

also applies to the majority of restaurants, 

bars and shopping centres in Perth. 

speakers’ Preparation area 

The speakers’ preparation area is located 

in Meeting Room 12, Level 2 of the 

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. 

This room will be provided for all 

presenters and offers the opportunity 

to check-in presentations with the 

audiovisual technician. This area will be 

staffed by a technician throughout the 

duration of the Conference. 

All speakers are required to visit the 

speakers’ preparation area and provide 

their presentation on a CD or USB to the 

technician at least two hours prior to the 

commencement of their presentation. 

This will ensure that the technician has 

met with all presenters and that they are 

fully aware of presentation needs. It is 

our objective that presentations operate 

as smoothly as possible. 

This area will be staffed during the 

following times: 

Thursday 23 August 2012 08.00-17.00 

Friday 24 August 2012 08.30-16.30 

useful local telephone numbers 

Swan Taxis: 13 13 30 

Bus & Rail Information: 13 62 13 

Ambulance: 000 

Police: 13 14 44 

Supporting Carers 

in Western Australia 

We can support you by providing: 

• Advice and information 

• Out of home care 

• Planning a regular break 

• Home tasks 

Freecall 1800 200 422 

*Calls from mobile phones are charged at mobile rates. 

An Australian Government Initiative. www.commcarelink.health.gov.au 

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Notes

Dr Ron Chalmers 

Robyn Massey 

Bruce Langoulant 

Commission welcomes 

disability inquiries 

Information about disability supports and services will be 

available at the WA Carers Conference from the Disability 

Services Commission, a platinum sponsor. 

The Commission’s Director General Ron Chalmers, Board 

Chairperson Bruce Langoulant and Executive Director of 

the My Way Project Robyn Massey will address the 

conference while other staff will be available at a stand in 

the exhibition hall throughout the two-day conference. 

Dr Chalmers will take part in a plenary panel discussion 

on ‘What has Changed for Carers in your Sector?’. Arafmi 

WA Patron and Chief Justice Wayne Martin, Brightwater 

Care Chief Executive Dr Penny Flett and The West Australian’s 

Medical Editor Cathy O’Leary will also be on the 

panel. 

Bruce Langoulant and Robyn Massey will take part in the 

‘Transitions in caring and future planning’ sessions. Bruce 

will talk about his experience as a carer and also discuss 

current Commission developments. Robyn will explain the 

My Way project and self-directed supports and services. 

The Commission is the State Government agency 

responsible for advancing opportunities, community 

participation and the quality of life for people with 

disability. Its work is guided by the vision of the Count Me 

In: Disability Future Directions strategy. 

This vision is that all people live in welcoming 

communities that facilitate citizenship, friendship, mutual 

support and a fair go for everyone. 

The Commission provides a range of direct supports and 

services and funds non-government agencies to provide 

supports and services to people with disability, their 

families and carers. 

Commission staff look forward to meeting visitors at the 

WA Carers Conference, ready to provide more 

information about supports and services. 

For more information: 

Address: 146-160 Colin Street, West Perth 6005 

Phone: 9426 9200 

Freecall: 1800 998 214 

Fax: 9226 2306 

TTY: 9426 9315 

Email: dsc@dsc.wa.gov.au 

Website: www.disability.wa.gov.au

www.wacarersconference2012.com.au

View the Program Handbook - Carers WA

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