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The Australasian Bat Society (ABS) and the Pacific Bat Conservation Network (PacBat) are proud to host the upcoming 20th International Bat Research Conference!
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​About Cairns

Cairns is a vibrant and relaxed city that takes pride in its cultural heritage and blends a laid-back tropical sensibility with a buzzing multicultural lifestyle. 
​Nestled between the World Heritage Areas of the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, it is Australia’s premier tropical destination for travelers in search of great wildlife experiences. 

Conference venue

The conference will be held at the Cairns Convention Centre, a centrally located, world-class venue that has won the highest international industry accolades.

Pre- & post-conference trips

A range of field trips will be on offer within the region and further afield – all great opportunities to meet the weird and wonderful bats of Oceania!  These are still being planned and will be confirmed in the future.

​Accommodation

​Cairns offers over 8,000 hotel rooms including luxury, deluxe, and apartment accommodation, and a very broad range of budget options. Everything is within easy walking distance, including restaurants, pubs, shops and the conference venue.

Getting there

Cairns Airport is one of Australia's leading regional airports with direct flights to and from ten international destinations and all major Australian cities. Cairns Airport is only 7 km from the venue and Cairns CBD.

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