The Wrest Point Convention Centre is located on the stunning Derwent River, opposite the famous Constitution Deck. Take a few days before or after the conference, there is so much to see and do. The region is famous for its wineries and cheese tastings. There is the infamous town of Richmond with its heritage bridge, Wine Glass Bay and the historic village of Port Arthur are places not to be missed. There is also the Tahune Air Walk, Mona Art Gallery and for the more adventurous Rotarians, you can hike up or around Cradle Mountain or visit the magnificent waterfalls and nature walks on offer. The Conference will be held in the world class auditorium at Wrest Point and will include the Saturday morning at Salamanca Market.
Deng was recently awarded NSW Australian of the Year.
Deng Adut saw tragedy and suffering at an age when most young Australians are learning to read and forging their first friendships in the schoolyard. Taken from his family banana farm in South Sudan at the age of six and conscripted into the army, Deng witnessed child soldiers like him holding guns to their heads in despair.
Our exchange student Emilie survived the week long Ride to Conference as you can see below smiling at the event.
