FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

AT THE SOUND EXCHANGE

CPD Points

The following CPD points are available for attending The Sound Exchange:

  • Masterclass Stream (2 days) : 12 CPD points (Category 1.1 & 1.4)
  • Optional Pre-Conference Workshop (3 hours) : 3 CPD points (Category 1.4)
  • The Sound Exchange '26 Online Content (5+ hours) : 5+ CPD points (Category 1.2included in all masterclass stream registrations)
Captioning

PowerPoint Captioning will be available in all pre-conference workshops and masterclass streams.

Catering

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be available during The Sound Exchange and is included in registration fees. Please ensure you have informed Audiology Australia of any dietary requirements.

Currency

All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.

Dress Code

The dress code for The Sound Exchange is smart casual.

Language

English is the official language of The Sound Exchange.

Name Badges

Please ensure you wear your name badge during The Sound Exchange, as this will allow you to enter your chosen masterclass stream, pre-conference workshop and/or the Welcome Reception (if applicable). You will not be allowed to participate in The Sound Exchange without your name badge.

Time Zone

Sydney is on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST: UTC+10:00).

Weather

The weather in Sydney during May has an average high of 20°C (68°F) and an average low of 12°C (54°F).

GETTING HERE

Sydney Airport

Sydney Airport is approximately a 20 minute drive with tolls (30 minutes without) from Accor Stadium.

Please refer to the Sydney Airport website for information on airport transport options.

Taxi

To book a taxi, please contact one of the following:

Car Rental

A variety of car rental services are available at Sydney Airport. Please refer to the Sydney Airport website for further information.

Parking

Parking is available at Sydney Olympic Park where Accor Stadium is located. For car park options and pricing, please visit the Sydney Olympic Park website (pre-booking 7-10 working days in advance is strongly recommended).

Public Transport

By train: The closest train station to Accor Stadium is Olympic Park. Accor Stadium is a short 5 minute walk from the station.

  • Catch a train from Lidcombe Station direct to Olympic Park, operating every 10 to 20 minutes on weekdays and every 10 minutes during events.

By Bus: Accor Stadium is easily accessible by bus, with Sydney Buses operating a number of services to Sydney Olympic Park including:

  • Route 525 runs between Parramatta and Strathfield via Sydney Olympic Park.
  • Route 526 runs from Rhodes to Burwood via Sydney Olympic Park Ferry Wharf
  • Route 533 runs from Sydney Olympic Park to Chatswood via Rhodes and North Ryde

For more information and to plan your trip, visit transportnsw.info