 Denmark is a coastal town located 400 kilometres south east of Perth. Just 50 kilometres west of Albany, the Denmark township is central to the hamlets of Nornalup, Bow Bridge and Peaceful Bay in the Walpole-Nornalup National Park, and near to the renowned Valley Of The Giants Tree Top Walk. Denmark boasts spectacular coastline and majestic forests and is popular for its natural wonders and year-round mild climate.
The Shire of Denmark has a population of just over 5,000 and an area of 1843 sq kms extending 70 kms in an east-west direction and 30 kms north-south. Average annual rainfall is 1135mm. Denmark has a great diversity of population, making for a huge variety of interests and occupations. With tourism being a major industry, many people have developed lifestyles combined with various cottage industries to cater for tourists. The main local industries include tourism, viticulture, horticulture and agriculture. Denmark offers visitors unforgettable scenery and plenty of activities, not to mention gourmet food, wine and a community with a long and strong track record for making great art. The environment is of major importance and acts as a stimulus for the creative talents of a growing number of artists and innovative art and environment projects. For more information on Denmark visit: www.denmark.com.au or www.denmark.wa.gov.au Visit the Denmark Arts Website - www.denmarkarts.com.au
The venue for the conference is the stunning Denmark Agricultural College 2 kms from the town centre. Nestled in the hills of the farmlands that surround it, this rammed earth and corrugated iron building is on a 560 hectare farm that supports beef and dairy cattle, sheep for meat and wool, pigs, poultry, production horticulture, plantation forestry, aquaculture and a vineyard encompassing viticulture and winemaking opportunities. The College is an ideal conference venue with many break out rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, in-house chefs and a gorgeous view. 
 Pounded by the vast Southern Ocean, fringed with dramatic cliffs, unspoiled coves and steeped in the history of early European settlement, the Great Southern region is a fascinating mix of coastline that gives way to rolling pastoral land, mountain ranges, wine regions and an abundant array of flora and fauna. The waters are rich with marine life including dolphins, sea lions, penguins and whales. Moving inland, winding rivers and streams cross this picturesque vista of classic Australian farming country and the region's rural heritage is characterised by a host of pioneering farming communities. The interior offers a feast of awesome views and delicately flavoured wines and the countryside around Mount Barker, Frankland and the Porongurup National Park is rapidly becoming one of Western Australia's premier wine regions. The Great Southern region has a diverse and vibrant artistic community. It is also home to WA's only full-time regional performing arts company, Southern Edge Arts.
The Great Southern has an Aboriginal population of around 1700 who make up 3.2% of the region's total population. The majority of Aboriginal people in the region identify as Noongar and live in the Albany, Katanning, Gnowangerup, Tambellup and Plantagenet (Mt Barker) local government areas. The popularity of local Noongar art is growing and a marketing network is being established. 
Denmark is easily accessible from Perth by air (Skywest flight to Albany) and by road (self drive or TransWA coach /train). It is a scenic 4.5 - 5 hour drive from Perth. Fly  Skywest has daily services to Albany from Perth and the conference will provide a shuttle bus service from Albany airport to Denmark on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (incoming passengers) and Sunday and Monday (outgoing passengers). To book airfares, please contact Skywest on www.skywest.com.au or 1300 66 00 88. Please note that Albany is a very busy airport and seats are limited. We recommend that you book your flights as early as possible.
If you wish to hire a car when you reach Albany, Budget has offered a discount of $5 per day on the normal rack rate. To book, please visit www.budget.com.au or call 1300 362 848. Self Drive If you prefer to drive from Perth and wish to hire a car, we recommend you call Hertz Rentals who will provide you with a special rate. For reservations and information call 13 30 39 or visit www.hertz.com.au. Quote CDP 243 086 for access to Country Arts WA rates. Road Coach / Train Country Arts WA has chartered two special road coach services for delegates at a cost of $120 per person (return). One bus will depart Perth at 9.00am on Thursday 25th Oct going via Bunbury (SW tour) and the second will leave Perth on Thursday 25th Oct at 12.00 midday travelling direct along Albany Highway. Both buses will return to Perth departing Denmark at 2pm on Sunday 28 Oct (arriving approx 7pm). Seats are limited, so if you wish to take up this offer, it is essential that you indicate this on your booking form and send payment with your registration fee. Please note that fares for the charter buses are non-refundable. TransWA has daily road coaches to Albany and train/bus services to Denmark (via Bunbury). For timetables visit www.transwa.wa.gov.au or call 1300 66 22 05. Map Below is a map of Denmark... 
Where can I stay? To get maximum enjoyment from the conference, you need accommodation that best suits your pocket and preferences. The Denmark Visitor Centre has been in the business of providing accurate tourist information and an efficient booking service for over 40 years. They transact thousands of bookings every year and can find that ideal place for you. Denmark has a complete range of accommodation styles - the simple bunk style of the Centre for Sustainable Living and backpackers, to modern motel apartments and top of the range resorts. The Visitor Centre can also book a full range of holiday homes, from luxury to budget. Single room accommodation is also available at the conference venue. Visit www.denmark.com.au to explore the range of accommodation options available, then email accommodation@denmark.com.au, or telephone 08 9848 2055. Please advise that you are a delegate for the conference when you make contact. What shall I wear? Denmark is known for its mild weather and October can be a little unpredictable. The October average maximum temperature is 19C and the average minimum is 9C. Delegates are encouraged to pack for both warm and cool temperatures: sunscreen and a hat are advisable, as is a warm jacket and an umbrella. For those who are planning to take advantage of the off-site activities, sturdy shoes and long pants are necessary. Nights can be cool so a jacket for evenings is recommended, as are winter pyjamas! Evening wear should be included for the Saturday night dinner. | 
