Frequently Asked Questions
what is g'day usa: australia week?
The objective of G'Day USA: Australia Week is to demonstrate Australia as an innovative, high growth, sophisticated economy, with leading edge research and technology in products, goods and services.
Growing from its inception in 2004, Australia Week is now celebrating its sixth year of success – showcasing all things Australian from trade and investment, innovation, food and wine, film, arts, fashion, lifestyle, indigenous culture and tourism.
This program of events highlights Australia's vitality as a place to visit, and a place to do business in the 21st Century.
Australia Week 2009 will host a diverse range of activities and events, all designed to capture the attention of Americans across the country.
Comprising of 25+ events, the developing 2009 program will be managed and funded by the Australia Week Steering Committee in partnership with private and public sector sponsors.
WHO MANAGES AUSTRALIA WEEK?
Australia week is produced by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Qantas Airways, Tourism Australia and Austrade. The Chairman of the Australia Week Committee is The Hon John Olsen AO, Australian Consul General, New York.
For further information on the Steering Committee, visit the Committee page.
HOW DO I BECOME A SPONSOR?
Australia Week relies on the commitment of its sponsors to deliver an effective campaign and a successful program. Various levels of sponsorship are available to companies or corporations who view the program as a perfect fit to expand their US and/or Australian reach, target a specific audience, and garner greater publicity and exposure.
Should your company be interested in sponsorship packages for 2009, please contact:
Alan Marx
Event Co-ordinator
Email:alan.marx
I HAVE AN EVENT THAT I WOULD LIKE INCLUDED AS PART OF AUSTRALIA WEEK. HOW do I SUBMIT MY EVENT REQUEST?
The Australia Week Committee offers outside organisations the ability to leverage from Australia Week through 'Satellite Events'. These are events that are self-funded and produced by the organising entity.
Specific criteria must be met to qualify as a Satellite Event. If approved, your event will receive numerous publicity benefits. Please refer to the following application form for further information.
Click here to download a Satellite Submission Form.
are there hotel rates for australia week attendees?
The Australia Week Commitee has secured discounted rates in Los Angeles and New York for Australia Week participants. Please refer to the Accommodation Section under About Australia Week for further details.
HOW DO I ATTEND AUSTRALIA WEEK EVENTS?
There are numerous events during Australia Week. Some are invitation only, while others are open to the public.
For example, Supermarket Promotions take place throughout January, Consumer Tourism events will be featured in the program, and there are numerous art exhibits, theatre openings, etc.
Please visit our Events Calendar for further details.
