6 - 7 DECEMBER 2021 • SOFITEL MELBOURNE
Update on COVID-19
6 - 7 DECEMBER 2021 • SOFITEL MELBOURNE
FAQ
Hopefully we’ve answered most of your questions below! If we haven’t, please feel free to get in touch and challenge our friendly staff on 03 9663 3093 or at team@agileaustralia.com.au.
Registration
How do I register?
Registrations are available online here »
Feel free to call us on 03 9663 3093 and we can assist over the phone with registrations and payment.
How much is a ticket?
Our ticket prices vary, to see the full price options click here »
Please note that there is a 10% off the going rate for groups of 5+ .
I work for a charity/non-profit organisation, can I receive a discount on my ticket?
Please contact us at team@agileaustralia.com.au and we’ll help you out!
Will physical tickets be issued?
I can no longer attend. Can I transfer my ticket to someone else?
No problem. Please drop us an email on team@agileaustralia.com.au or give our friendly staff a call on 03 9663 3093 with the details of who will be replacing you and we’ll look after it from there.
I need to cancel my registration, what do I do?
How do I make changes to my current registration?
Speaking at AgileAus20-1
Who reviews speaker suggestions?
A dedicated team of 40+ reviewers and stream chairs comprised of agilists from a wide range of organisation types and areas of expertise give face-to-face feedback to those who have put in speaker suggestions online. Some have been involved for over a decade while some are brand new to the game! Anyone in the AgileAus community is welcome to put their hand up and volunteer to be a reviewer.
How is the final program built?
How many talks are usually lifted from the speaker suggestion process?
Workshops
How much is a workshop ticket?
Our ticket prices vary depending on whether you’re attending a full-day or half-day workshop. To see detailed price options, click here »
Please note that there is a 10% discounted rate for a group of 5.
Is it possible to attend a workshop without attending the Conference?
Will physical tickets be issued for the workshops?
I would like to change the workshop that I choose. Is this possible?
I can no longer attend the workshop. Can I transfer my ticket to someone else?
No problem. Please drop us an email on team@agileaustralia.com.au or give our friendly staff a call on 03 9663 3093 with the details of who will be replacing you and we’ll look after it from there.
How do I make changes to my current workshop registration profile?
You can make updates to your registration by following the personalised link in your confirmation email or to go through the person within your organisation who organised your group booking. If your confirmation email is lost in the void, don’t worry! Contact our team at team@agileaustralia.com.au with your updates and we can look after it for you.
I need to cancel my workshop registration, what do I do?
All requests to cancel and/or refund AgileAus20 tickets are currently on hold. Your ticket can be credited and used as a ‘voucher’ toward any future event Slatterys organises. And as always, we are happy to transfer tickets at any time. Please feel free to write to us at accounts@teamslatts.com.au for any further clarification.
Program & Networking
What COVIDSafe measures are in place at AgileAus20-1?
AgileAus20-1 is continually taking advice from health authorities to ensure a safe and stress-free experience for all. You can view the Conference venue’s safety protocol here.
What is the timing like for the day?
Registration will open from 8:30am with tea and coffee being available upon arrival. The presentations will run between 9:00am to approximately 5:00pm.
Who will I meet at AgileAus20-1?
Are the presentations filmed and can I get a copy of the video?
Yes, a selection of presentations will be filmed and made available to all the attendees post-event, provided presenters have given their permission. Videos of the previous AgileAus presentations are available through InfoQ and can be viewed here »
Virtual
Which platform will be used for the virtual delivery?
AgileAus20-1 will be broadcasted via Entegy which can be accessed via the app or browser.
What are the device requirements to view the live stream?
You will be able to view the livestream via a laptop, tablet or smartphone.
How do I access the Conference livestream?
We will send you a special link and password in the days leading up to the Conference.
When can I access the livestream?
How can I ask questions?
Attendees are all welcome to ask questions virtually, we will share the platform with you pre-event.
Will attendees be able to access slide decks?
Provided speakers give their permission, slide decks will be made available to all attendees post-event.
If I am attending AgileAus, can I also have access to the digital recordings afterwards?
Yes! You will be able to watch talks you missed or revisit your favourites for at least 7 days post-event.
General
Will there be WiFi and a working space?
There will also be open seating and quiet places to work or make phone calls.
Will food and drinks be provided?
I have special dietary requirements. Will I be catered for?
There will be plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free food available for breaks and at Lunch but if you wish for us to cater for any specific dietary requirements, or have any other needs we should be aware of, please let us know early at team@agileaustralia.com.au.
Do you have a code of conduct?
Yes. All Slatterys events (and partner events) are subject to the Slatterys’ Community Charter. Please check it out for guidance on what kind of environments and values are nurtured at our events.
Does this venue have wheelchair access?
Will I get my photo taken?
What should I wear to the Conference?
Getting there & Accommodation
How do I get there?
Are you driving? Coming by train, bus or rocketship? For more details on how to get to the venue, from any which way (minus the space travel…), please click here »
Where can I park?
Is there a special rate for rooms at the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins?
The Sofitel Melbourne on Collins is very pleased to offer AgileAus20-1 delegates a special rate, based on availability, of $260.00 per night (room only) in a classic king room. Breakfast can be pre booked at an additional $30.00pp. To book, please contact the hotel on +61 3 9653 0000, quoting the booking code AGI300521.
COVID-19
What COVIDSafe measures are in place at AgileAus20-1?
- All attendees will be COVIDSafe registered (via a dedicated QR code) on arrival – collecting full name and contact details as required by Victorian Government Legislation
- Front of house/guest facing Sofitel staff will be wearing masks throughout the course of the event to adhere to Government regulations
- COVIDSafe signage (posters and digital) will be on display throughout the venue
- Frequently replenished hand sanitiser stations will be located throughout the venue, next to each high touch point
- All hotel bathrooms are equipped with foot operated bins with a lid, to dispose of waste safely and to avoid contamination
- Air conditioning has been adjusted by Collins Place building management to increase the airflow
- Attendee numbers have been capped to ensure social distancing measures are adhered to
- Guests are encouraged to remain in their selected seat where possible during the Conference
- All microphones will be sanitised between speakers and sessions
- You can read more about the Sofitel’s ALLSAFE enhanced measures and the standards to expect at AgileAus20-1 here:
Please do not attend AgileAus20-1 if:
- You have been in any known coronavirus hotspots in the past 14 days
- You have been in direct contact within the last 14 days with someone who is suspected to have, or has been confirmed to have coronavirus
- You are feeling unwell.
Do I need to wear a mask?
What is the AgileAus vaccination policy?
We anticipate that AgileAus20 will be a fully vaccinated space for the safety and comfort of all involved, including those who cannot be. If you’re in Melbourne or Sydney and need help booking an appointment please check out covidqueue.com
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