Women in Economics Network

PRESENTED BY BCEC & WEN

8 - 9 FEBRUARY 2018FREMANTLE, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

AUSTRALIAN GENDER ECONOMICS WORKSHOP

CONTENTS

About the BCEC and WEN 3

Introduction 4

Conference Registration 5

Conference Accommodation 6

Policy Symposium 7

Getting to Perth 8

Getting around Perth 9

About Fremantle 10

Things to do in Fremantle 11

Restaurant Information 12

Perth and WA Tour and Activity Ideas

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Women in Economics Network (WEN)

The Women in Economics Network (WEN) is linked to The Economic Society of Australia. It has been formed to promote and support the careers of female economists in Australia.

The objectives for the Women in Economics Network are to:

• professionally connect and support the career development of women in economics,

• increase the representation of women at all levels of the economics profession,

• promote public contributions by female economists,

• encourage young women to study economics.

Membership of The Society and the WEN is open to anyone with an interest in economics including economists and other professionals in academia, government, business and teaching. People can join the WEN by becoming members of their local branch of The Economic Society of Australia.

Men are welcome (and encouraged) to become members of WEN and attend most WEN events. However, some of the activities of the WEN such as the Women in Economics Retreat, mentoring program and media register are targeted specifically at women.

Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre (BCEC)

The Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre is an independent economic and social research organisation located within the Curtin Business School at Curtin University.

The Centre was established in 2012 through the generous support of Bankwest, a division of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. The Centre’s core mission is to deliver high quality, accessible research that enhances our understanding of key economic and social issues that contribute to the wellbeing of West Australian families, businesses and communities.

BCEC’s research and engagement activities are designed to influence economic and social policy debates in state and Federal Parliament, regional and national media, and the wider Australian community. Through high quality, evidence-based research and analysis, our research outcomes inform policy makers and commentators of the economic challenges to achieving sustainable and equitable growth and prosperity both in Western Australia and nationally.

The Centre capitalises on Curtin University’s reputation for excellence in economic modelling, forecasting, public policy research, trade and industrial economics and spatial sciences. Centre researchers have specific expertise in economic forecasting, quantitative modelling and economic and social policy evaluation.

ABOUT

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This workshop will provide researchers with a forum for presenting and discussing innovative research incorporating gender analysis in all areas of economics. Priority will be given to sessions that can inform policy-relevant questions.

The workshop will include a special policy session involving senior influencers from government, research, industry and not-for-profit communities. The purpose of this session is to draw research insights from the workshop together in ways that will actively shape policies to enhance the status of women across the full spectrum of economic and social outcomes.

We are also delighted to confirm our keynote speakers: Professor Alison Booth (Australian National University) and Associate Professor Betsey Stevenson (University of Michigan).

While substantial progress toward gender equity has been made over the past decades, key gaps in various life aspects relating to family, education, employment, wealth, security, voice and agency remain. There is a need for new insights to better understand the role and impact of gender on all economic and social domains, and to translate these insights into actions. The workshop aims to help fill this gap.

The Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre at Curtin University, together with The Economic Society of Australia’s Women in Economics Network are pleased to announce the Australian Gender Economics Workshop.

Professor Alison Booth Australian National University

Associate Professor Betsey Stevenson University of Michigan

INTRODUCTION

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Inportant Information

Registration does not cover travel, accommodation and travel expenses. Refer to page 6 for conference accommodation and page 8 for information on travel.

Registration

To register, you need to fill the online form here

Registration includes:

• Daily catering• Conference sessions• Conference bag and resources• Welcome Dinner (Thursday evening)• Policy Symposium (Friday afternoon)• Sundowner (Friday evening)

We are very pleased to inform you that your paper has been selected for inclusion in the program.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

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Perth City

Each room is presented with simple yet elegant décor, a queen size bed and a modern ensuite with complimentary personal amenities; 32-inch HD LCD television and Foxtel, 24-hour room service and unique mini bar offerings, as well as free high-speed WI-FI and broadband internet.

Browse the Gallery of the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle and enjoy a preview of the luxury that awaits.

Book your room on-site here.

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle features two restaurants, a bar, resort-style outdoor heated swimming pools, three outdoor spas, sauna and a fitness centre.

Stay close to the workshop action by booking a room on-site, with the local cafes, bars and beaches of Fremantle at your doorstep.

Stay in one of the Superior Pool View Rooms, with a balcony overlooking one of two tropical swimming pools.

Delegates of the AGEW 2017 have access to discounted rooms at the 4 ½ star Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges providing guests with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere to enjoy their stay.

CONFERENCE ACCOMMODATION

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Diane Smith-Gander Non-executive Director, Wesfarmers

Hon. Simone McGurk WA Minister for Women’s Interests; Child Protection; Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence; Community Services

Associate Professor Rebecca Cassells Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre

Ms Diane Smith-Gander, Non-executive Director, Wesfarmers; Mr Conrad Liveris, Corporate Adviser on workplaces and risk and Associate Professor Rebecca Cassells, Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre.

The symposium will be held on Friday 9 February 2018 from 3.30pm to 5.00pm at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle, followed by a sundowner.

Policy Symposium - Gender Equality: What policies does Australia need right now?We are delighted to confirm our esteemed panellists: Associate Professor Betsey Stevens, University of Michigan; Hon. Simone McGurk, WA Minister for Women’s Interests; Child Protection; Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence; Community Services;

The workshop will culminate in a policy symposium, where panellists will discuss the innovative policy settings that Australia needs now to achieve Gender Equality.

POLICY SYMPOSIUM

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Conrad Liveris Corporate Adviser on workplaces and risk

Associate Professor Betsey Stevens University of Michigan

International Flights

A large number of international airlines fly to Perth including the following:

• Qantas www.qantas.com.au

• Singapore Airlines www.singaporeair.com

• Air New Zealand www.airnewzealand.com

• Emirates www.emirates.com/au

• British Airways www.britishairways.com

• Thai Airways www.thaiairways.com

• Cathay Pacific www.cathaypacific.com

• Malaysia Airlines www.malaysiaairlines.com

• Air Asia X www.airasia.com

Domestic Flights

The following carriers provide frequent direct flights from most major centres across Australia.

• Qantas www.qantas.com.au

• Virgin Australia www.virginaustralia.com

• Jetstar www.jetstar.com.au

• Tiger Airways www.tigerair.com

Perth is the most readily accessible of any Australian captial to South East Asia and is in the same time zone. Perth International and Domestic Airports are located just 20 minutes from the city and is well served by taxis and airport shuttle buses.

GETTING TO PERTH

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Perth City

Public Transport

Perth has a modern train system with five lines: to Armadale in the south east, Fremantle in the west, Clarkson in the north west, Midland in the east and the Southern Suburbs Railway line to Mandurah. The train system is simple to negotiate, clean and safe. A free transit zone operates in the city centre.

The Fremantle Station is the closest station to the conference venue, however there is a 10 minute walk. For an up-to-date timetable and route information, please visit the Transperth website.

Airport Shuttle

Perth City Shuttle operates from all Perth Airport Terminals to all Perth City Hotels.

Services are available 24 hours – 7 days a week.

Tickets are normally $25 per person each way, however mention AGEW 2018 and pay only $20.00 per person each way.

Please click here for more information

Taxis

The main taxi service providers in Perth are Swan Taxis and Black & White Cabs.

Taxi ranks are located at the front of all terminals – simply follow the signs to the nearest taxi ranks. A taxi rank can also be found on Valentine Road within the General Aviation area.

Fares to the Perth CBD from the airport start from $43.

Please click here for more information

GETTING AROUND PERTH

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Busselton Jetty, Western Australia

Dining and entertainmentFremantle’s streets are abuzz with buzzing pubs, small bars, restaurants and cafes that is full to the brim with patrons from across the globe. Stroll down the ‘Cappuccino Strip’, Wray Avenue and South Terrace for lively cafes and try a visit to one of the stylish micro-breweries offering an incredible range of tasty amber ales.

Fremantle’s multicultural mix is most evident in its food and restaurants. A strong Italian influence has produced a vast array of pizza and pasta restaurants while Asian, Indian and a whole host of other cuisine can also be found nestled among Fremantle’s winding streets.

You’ll also find some of the State’s most popular seafood restaurants dotted around Fremantle’s colourful Fishing Boat Harbour - the perfect place to sample the Indian Ocean’s bounty. Fremantle has a wonderful nightlife with several clubs, pubs and bars that play live music until the early hours. If you have the energy, by the time you leave the clubs, the cafés will be open for a morning coffee.

Just 30 minutes from Perth, the bustling, dynamic port city of Fremantle has long been renowned for its eclectic mix of arty and alternative types.

Fremantle’s streets buzz with the song of buskers, the side walks fill with a wild collection of art and music floats out from trendy cafés and bars.

Getting around in FremantleFremantle is one of the easiest cities in the world to explore by foot or bike. All leading attractions are located within walking distance of the Fremantle Train Station and the free Fremantle CAT bus completes regular circuits around the city stopping at popular places of interest and offering easy access to major attractions and venues.

A great way for visitors to get around is to take the Fremantle Tram Tour which completes regular circuits of the city with educational commentary, hire a bike from the Fremantle Visitor Centre, join a segway or scooter tour or follow one of the self-guided interactive walking trails.

The port city of Fremantle is located at the mouth of the Swan River on the west coast of Western Australia and is part of the Perth metropolitan area. Perth city is only 20km away - a 25 minute cab ride or 30 minute trip by train. Established in 1829, Fremantle is one of Western Australia’s most historic and beautiful cities, recognised as the best preserved 19th century seaport in the world.

ABOUT FREMANTLE

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Overlooking Fremantle Port

Arts and shoppingArt lovers are catered for in Fremantle with art ranging from highbrow gallery displays to Indigenous designs, to street art on the side walk. Fremantle is also home to Notre Dame University Australia, whose investment in, and restoration of, many fine old buildings has brought new life to the West End, as students from all over the world fill its streets.

Fremantle also has seven days a week shopping, allowing visitors to relax over a cup of coffee before going in search of innovative fashion or that special gift from Fremantle’s quirky shopping precincts.

Shoppers love Fremantle for its funky Australian fashions and independent designs. Young and upcoming designers are choosing Fremantle to launch their stunning new designs and there are around 50 boutiques crammed into Market and High Streets.

Don’t miss the vibrant weekend markets for the freshest of fruit and veg, as well as an eclectic mix of buskers, stalls and goods. Even if you don’t buy anything, an afternoon pottering through the following markets is enough to forget your everyday worries.

THINGS TO DO IN FREMANTLE

Things to do in Fremantle

• ENJOY a coffee along the ‘Cappuccino Strip’ or trendy Wray Ave, South Tce and High St.

• POTTER through the Fremantle Markets.

• ENJOY street food at one of the outdoor food markets or food trucks.

• ENJOY fish & chips at the Fishing Boat Harbour and stroll along the boardwalk to Bathers Beach.

• HOP on board an historic tram ride or segway tour.

• GO underground on the fascinating Fremantle Prison Tunnel tour.

• VISIT the WA Maritime Museum and Fremantle Arts Centre.

• FEAST on the local flavours and indie vibe at the many restaurants and cafés.

• SAMPLE boutique beer at one of the great micro breweries.

• FIND fashion, unique & eclectic shopping, original artworks and quirky gifts.

• FOLLOW a self-guided walking trail - interactive online maps available here.

• ENJOY a swim at beautiful Bathers Beach, just a stone’s throw from Fremantle city centre.

• TAKE a stroll (or jump on CAT bus) to South Fremantle and discover street art and murals.

• EXPLORE shops, galleries and cafes in the historic West End.

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Fremantle Markets

Fremantle’s sense of community and vibrant street life make it a popular place to relax and enjoy a meal with friends. You’ll find a diverse mix of new style eateries and restaurants in Fremantle from casual and fine dining, shared tapas style to street food, markets and roving street trucks.

Looking to dine beyond Fremantle, whether it’s dining in an elegant restaurant overlooking the river, or eating fish and chips while watching the sunset on the beach, Perth boasts an extensive buffet from which to delight your tastebuds. We have put together a list of suggested dining venues.

Fremantle, the home of alfresco dining in WA is, well known for its laid back atmosphere at the many restaurants, cafés and hotels.

RESTAURANT INFO

Our Favourite “Freo” Spots

• Bathers Beach House, Mews Road • Bib & Tucker, 20 Leighton Beach

Boulevard• Bread in Common, 43 Pakenham

Street• Capri Restaurant, 21 South Terrace• Clancy’s Fish Pub, 51 Cantonment

Street• Coast, 42 Port Beach Road• Grill’d, 17 South Terrace• Gypsy Tapas House, 124 High

Street• La Sosta, 85 Market Street• Lapa Brazillian BBQ, 96 High Street• Little Creatures Brewery, 40 Mews

Road• Maya Indian Restaurant, 75 - 77

Market Street• Mrs Browns Bar, 241 Queen

Victoria Street • Outback Jack’s Bar & Grill,13 Essex

Street• Propellor, 222 Queen Victoria

Street • Raw Kitchen, 181 High Street• Sail & Anchor Brewery, 64 South

Terrace• Strange Company, 5 Nairn Street • The Mantle, 1 James Street (corner

of Beach Street)• The Monk Brewery & Kitchen, 33

South Terrace• The National Hotel, 98 High Street

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Rottnest IslandThere are plenty of adventures to be had at Rottnest Island. Don’t just limit yourself to swimming and bike riding, there are so many exciting Rottnest Island tours, ocean and island activities to be experienced.

Fremantle PrisonFremantle Prison is one of Western Australia’s premier tourist attractions and is the first built heritage site in Western Australia to be World Heritage Listed.

The Prison was built by convicts in the 1850s and was used as a place of incarceration for almost 140 years. With solitary cells and gallows Fremantle Prison is a monument to a system of punishment that is uncomfortably recent.

Built from limestone carved from a rigde overlooking Fremantle town and the Indian Ocean beyond it is the most intact convict gaol in Australia and has altered little since its construction.

Fremantle Prison now holds the key to history, mystery and fun. Step inside and do time with experienced guides on a fascinating Prison Day Tour.

Explore the labyrinth of tunnels 20 metres beneath the Prison by foot and by boat on a Tunnels Tour adventure.

Feeling brave? Delve into the darker side of the Prison’s history on a spooky Torchlight Tour.

Swan Valley VineyardsJust 20 minutes east of Perth, the Swan Valley and Darling Range is a world away from city life. You can reach it by road, or take the scenic route aboard a Swan River cruise from Perth’s Barrack Street Jetty. You can even winery-hop in the back of a horse-drawn wagon or chauffeured classic car.

Little Creatures BreweryA huge shed (and former crocodile farm) on the water’s edge in Fremantle was to become the home of this beer and the birthplace of Little Creatures Brewing. Work began in 1999 and we swung the doors open in late 2000.

Grab a pint & a pizza and soak in the brewery atmosphere or wander out into the backyard and enjoy your beer in the sunshine.

Free Perth Walking ToursThe iCity Volunteer Hosts help visitors discover the City of Perth. They staff the City of Perth Information Kiosk located in the Murray Street Mall at the intersection of Forrest Place and are on hand every day to answer questions about the city.

Kings ParkKings Park and Botanic Garden is one of the largest inner city parks in the world and is visited by over 6 million people each year.

Kings Park’s stunning location overlooks the Perth City and the silken blue waters of the Swan River. From high above, you can see the brilliantly coloured sails of boats on the river, the twinkling lights of the city, the distant Perth Hills and the endless blue skies for which Perth is so renowned.

Western Australia has a range of world-class experiences for you to enjoy while you are visiting. Below are some of our favourite destinations or visit www.visitperthcity.com for more ideas.

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Let’s keep in touch

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ph. +61 8 9266 1744f. +61 8 9266 2373e. bcec@curtin.edu.au