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THEME
This multidisciplinary
conference will provide an opportunity for people to network
and explore key issues in the application of assistive technology
for people who have difficulty with various aspects of communication
and learning.
The conference aims to enable participants
to:
· learn about new developments
· share information and exchange ideas
· be informed about resources and products
With the theme Get
Smart, the conference promises to be an event that is
both inspirational and fun!
PRESENTERS
People from New Zealand and overseas will
be presenting at Get Smart. Users, developers and suppliers
of assistive technology, and professionals working in health,
education and related fields will be sharing their experiences
and skills.
Dr
Joy Zabala is a general and special educator who has worked
in the field of assistive technology for almost 25 years.
She currently is a professional developer and consultant to
local, state, national, and international educational systems.
Joy is the developer of the SETT Framework, a problem-identification
and solution-seeking process that supports collaborative work
by students, parents, and multi-disciplinary professionals.
Scott
Marfilius has been working with individuals with disabilities
for the past 24 years. For the past 19 years he has been implementing
assistive technology at various levels, and continues to assist
teams and individuals in assessing students’ assistive
technology needs. Scott also consults with individuals and
businesses to determine adaptations that are needed in workplace
settings.
Both Joy and Scott are founding members of
the QIAT Consortium, a grassroots group of people who have
developed a list of Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology
Services (QIAT) and are committed to the development and provision
of quality AT services regardless of location or service delivery
model. Joy also serves as the facilitator of The QIAT List
(http://www.qiat.org),
an electronic mailing list with over 1200 subscribers where
all questions, comments, and conversations related to quality
assistive technology services are welcomed.
SPONSORS
 
ATANZ is very grateful for sponsorship from ACC and the Ministry
of Education. This sponsorship has enabled us to secure two
international keynote presenters, Scott Marfilius who is sponsored
by ACC and Joy Zabala, sponsored by the Ministry of Education.
We are also very grateful for sponsorship
from The NZ Relay. NZ Relay provides Telecommunication services
for people who are Deaf, hearing-impaired, deaf-blind, or
speech-impaired. NZ Relay will be sponsoring the conference
breakfast, which will include a presentation about this exciting
service.
VENUE
The conference will be held at the Unitec
campus on Carrington Rd in Mt Albert, Auckland.
The campus is a 10-15 minute walk from both the Mt Albert
and Pt Chevalier shopping centres, located on the western
side of Auckland city.
The conference sessions will be held in Building
183 (see J5
Campus map).
The venue is fully accessible by wheelchair.
A No Smoking policy is in place at Unitec.
PROGRAMME
The final programme has been confirmed: a
timetable and programme is available here
for your perusal.
TRADE EXHIBITION
Suppliers and publishers from New Zealand
and overseas will be exhibiting their wares throughout the
Wednesday and Thursday conference period. This will be an
invaluable opportunity for participants to learn more about
the technology that is available.
CATERING
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is included
in the registration, as is the Wine and Cheese at the Trade
Display for those attending on Wednesday, and the Conference
Breakfast for those attending on Thursday.
ATTENDANCE
While the conference is open to anyone, you
do need to register in order to attend. You can download a
registration
form here.
The conference is designed to meet the needs
of people who:
· are new to using technology
· use technology but want to increase their skills
and knowledge
· use technology confidently and are interested in
new developments
ATTENDENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
The conference will appeal particularly to
people with communication or learning needs and their carers,
and to professionals such as special education teachers, speech-language
therapists, occupational therapists, ACC Case Managers, Workbridge
Employment Consultants, funders and policymakers working in
the fields of education, health, rehabilitation and employment.
If you have special needs and require particular
assistance, please note the details on your Registration Form,
or contact the Conference Convenor to discuss your needs.
Please note that, should you require an attendant
carer, their registration fee may be waived – this can
be discussed with the Conference Convenor.
e-mail: ann@atanz.org.nz
p: 09 815 3232 x 806 f: 09 815 3230
ATANZ MEMBERSHIP
Thinking of becoming a member of ATANZ?
ATANZ
membership attracts 10% discount off Conference Registration
Fees!
TRANSPORT
No matter where in Auckland
you may be living or staying, the conference venue is within
easy reach. Unitec’s Mt Albert campus is very close
to cycle ways, bus stops, railway stations and motorway access
points, and has plenty of space for parking
(some spaces are free, others have to be paid for).
The Unitec
Shuttle Service will also be available to take people
around campus and from there to nearby buses and railway stations.
Buses travel regularly to / from the city
along Great North Rd through Pt Chevalier and along New North
Rd through Mt Albert. The campus is a 10-minute walk from
bus stops in either of these shopping centres. Routes 006,
007 and 010 also travel across the city and along Carrington
Rd, stopping either outside Entry 4 to the campus, or going
into the campus. There is also a walkway entrance on Great
North Rd (opposite Alverston St on the western, Avondale,
side of the campus)
The Western Line travels between BritoMart
in the city centre and Waitakere township. Both Baldwin Ave
and Mt Albert train stations are a 10-15 minute walk from
Unitec (see map).
• regarding Auckland’s regional
public transport network, visit www.maxx.co.nz.
• in the form of road maps, visit www.wises.co.nz
ACCOMMODATION
The conference venue, being easily accessible
by public transport, is within easy reach of a wide range
of accommodation. The following suggestions are made only
because they are close either to the venue or to transport
· Unitec
Subject to availability, Unitec offers on-site,
casual accommodation in 5-bedroom apartments at $50.00 per
night per person. Contact accommodation@unitec.ac.nz
or 09 815 4321 x 8940
· Mt Albert Lodge, 201 Carrington Rd
is situated near Mt Albert shops and train station, and is
a 5-10 minute walk from Unitec.
· Mt Albert Motor Inn, 743 New North
Rd is a 30min walk, and is on the. New North Rd bus route
· Both New Haven Motel in New Lynn
and Avondale Motor Inn are both on the Great North Rd bus
routes.
· Numerous backpackers can be found
in downtown Auckland, many located near the Britomart Transport
Centre.
Try the following links for:
- Holiday homes: www.holidayhouses.co.nz
- Hotel accommodation: www.ratestogo.com/SearchResults.asp?CityID=19
www.wotif.com/hotels/new-zealand-north-island-auckland-region-hotels.html
- Backpackers, Bed & Breakfast, Motel, Motor Inn and Hotels:
www.yellowpages.co.nz
www.holidayguide.co.nz
www.travelink.co.nz
www.wotif.com/search/Simple?refine=simpleSearch&country=2®ion=66&viewType=all
www.aucklandnz.com/VisitorInformation/Where_To_Stay/
PRIVACY ACT
Participant names (and organisations where
applicable) will be published in the Conference proceedings.
Should you not wish your details to be included, please indicate
by ticking the appropriate box on the Registration Form.
AMENDMENTS, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS
In all cases, please write to the Conference
Convenor
e-mail: ann@atanz.org.nz
p: 09 815 3232 x 806 f: 09 815 3230
If, after payment has been made, you
find that you are unable to attend, a refund of Registration
Fees less a Cancellation Fee of $115 (incl. GST) will be given
providing notification is received prior to 2.7.07. After
this date, refunds will be made at the discretion of the Conference
Committee, based on individual circumstances.
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