Exhibition Information

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Where is it?

The 2008 Model Engineering Exhibition will be held in Science Building number 60 on the Clayton campus of Monash University. This is located on the corner of Wellington Road and Princes Highway in the suburb of Clayton, Victoria about 40km (25 miles) from Melbourne airport some 20 km from Melbourne's city centre. A taxi ride from the airport takes about 45 minutes on the Citylink freeways (including the Monash Freeway).

 

The venue for the 9th Model Engineering Exhibition is Engineering Building 60
(see top left on map)

When is it and what hours is it open?

On Saturday 4 October 2008, it will be open from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.

On Sunday 5 October 2008, it will be open from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm.

How much are the entrance fees?

Adults $8.00, Children $4.00, Family $20.00 per day

How do I get there?

By car: (Melways map ref. 70 G10 – there is a larger campus map on page 475)
The trip will take about 30 minutes from the city centre along Citylink (tolls apply) and the Monash Freeway. If using Eastlink (tolls) from the north or south, use the Monash Freeway interchange and travel west.

If travelling from Melbourne airport add 15 minutes via Citylink (tolls).  

By train: to get to Clayton campus by public transport, take any of the Dandenong,Pakenham or Cranbourne line trains to Huntingdale station then catch a bus to the campus. Buses leave the station for Clayton campus every 15-20 minutes.

For Metlink Journey Planner, public transport timetables and fares & tickets: http://www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/ 

 

Can I park in the campus grounds?

Over the weekend of the exhibition there will be free parking in the car park adjacent to the exhibition building. Parking elsewhere on campus is subject to relevant signage. Please note that parking is monitored and fines may apply.

How will I find the exhibition building?

After entering through the main entrance off Wellington Road proceed north along the main driveway for some 500metres until you reach Union Loop Road. Turn left and the car park is on the right with the exhibition building then on the north side of the car park. There will be signage along the driveway which should assist you in finding the exhibition.

Catering:

Food such as sandwiches, rolls and cakes along with tea, coffee and soft drinks will be available for purchase. 

Accommodation Near Monash University, Clayton Campus

The following information has been provided by the three hotels indicated below. The Exhibition organisers offer this information in good faith only and have not inspected the facilities available, nor are they able to make bookings on your behalf. If you wish to stay at one of the places listed then please make your booking direct with the hotel. 

Rates shown were correct at 28 August 2008 and apply only if booked directly and not through an agency. Mention that you will be attending the exhibition being held at MonashUniversity. The MSMEE Exhibition organisers take no responsibility for the accommodation charges levied by these establishments.

Walking times are approximate only.

 

Hotel

Website and email

Rating

Rates

 

(distance from Monash)

(RACV)

(as at 28 August 2008)

 

 

 

 

Hotel Bruce County

Website:

4 ½ star

Standard double

445 Blackburn Road

www.brucecounty.com.au

 

room:

MountWaverley

Email:

 

$135

VIC 3149

mail@brucecounty.com.au

 

 

Ph: (03) 9803 5411

 

 

 

Fax: (03) 9887 9284

(3.2 km – 35 min walk)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gateway on Monash Boutique Hotel

Website:

4 ½ star

Standard double

630 Blackburn Road

www.gatewayonmonash.com.au

 

room (inc breakfast):

Notting Hill

Email:

 

$187

VIC 3168

mail@gatewayonmonash.com.au

 

 

Ph:(03) 9561 4455

 

 

 

Fax: (03) 9561 7544

(2.2 km – 25 min walk)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clayton Monash Motor Inn

Website:

4 star

Single or double room:

1790 Dandenong Road

www.claytonmonashmotorinn.com.au

 

$123 (room only)

Clayton

Email:

 

Twin room:

VIC 3168

clayton.monash.m.inn@bigpond.com

 

$127 (room only)

Ph: (03) 9544 0911

 

 

 

Fax: (03) 9543 3638

(0.5 km – 10 min walk)

 

Continental breakfast:

 

 

 

$12 extra

 

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