Location

Location – Brisbane, Australia

ICRI 2024 will be hosted in the beautiful city of Brisbane, the capital of the state of Queensland in Australia. Brisbane is also known as Meanjin in the language of its traditional owners, the Turrbal, Yuggera and Jagera People. With a population of 2.52 million, Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city and is situated in the southeastern coastal region of Queensland. 

Brisbane is home to four world-class universities, more than 100 pioneering health and biotech facilities and a strong business and entrepreneurial ecosystem. This city also hosts several outstanding research infrastructures like the Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Network (TERN), Mass Spectrometry Facility, the National Imaging Facility and nodes to other significant RIs like the Australian National Fabrication Facility. Visitors to the city will have the opportunity to tour a few of these sites during the week of the conference in our side events.

Find out more information about the side events

Transportation/Accessibility

Brisbane is widely accessible to global attendees, with direct flight routes reaching cities across Asia, the Pacific, North America and Europe. The Brisbane International Airport is located only 20 minutes from the city centre and there are taxis, trains or buses available at the airport. This will also be a hybrid event, so if you are unable to attend in person, there is still plenty of opportunity to be involved online.

Learn more about transport from the airport

Tourist attractions

While you are in Brisbane, take the opportunity to explore the abundant dining and entertainment options available in this vibrant city, or adventure out to some of Australia’s most famous coastal regions. The Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast are only a short drive away (1-1.5 hours), and the Great Barrier Reef is a short flight (less than 2 hours).

Explore things to do in Brisbane and surrounds

Venue – The W Hotel

Join us at the W Hotel, Brisbane for the ICRI 2024 conference. This luxurious 5-star hotel is located in the heart of the city, overlooking the iconic Brisbane River.

Visitors are spoilt for choice in dining and entertainment, with both the CBD and Southbank precincts within walking distance. Transport is also very accessible, with two train stations, the city ferry and bus options all available within walking distance. View the location on maps here.

Conveniently stay at the W Hotel event venue with an exclusive discounted rate or book one of our other accommodation options below.

Accommodation

Brisbane CBD and its surrounds offer an extensive choice of accommodation to suit every stye and budget. Whether you are looking for five-star luxury suites, contemporary and spacious serviced apartments or budget hotels, there is an option to meet your needs. Our team has also sourced some exclusive discounts for attendees to ICRI 2024. Suggested hotels are listed below, all within walking distance.