Angfa Queensland are proud to be hosting the 2003 ANGFA National Convention over the weekend of Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th October 2003. Once again the venue will be the Virginia Palms International, which features first class conference and accommodation facilities as well as being well located for ex-periencing Brisbane and South East Queensland tours. As always this is a magnificent opportunity to immerse yourself in an educational and entertaining weekend as well as enjoy the social aspects of the event.

Speakers at this years conference include:-

Dr Gerry Allen

Gary Lange (USA)

Gunther Schmida

Neil Armstrong

As well as a range of ANGFA identities speaking on fish keeping and collecting topics.

Program for the convention will begin on Friday evening with the ANGFA Annual General Meeting. Saturday and Sunday morning sessions commence at 8.45 am and will include breaks for Morning and Afternoon teas and lunch on both days. The annual dinner will be held on Saturday night in the excellent “Rocklily” restaurant at the venue. This will be followed by the outstanding ANGFA Convention Auction.

Virginia Palms International is located on Sandgate Road, Virginia on the North side of Brisbane, 20 minutes from the City centre. It is conveniently located for access to public transport and Brisbane airport is only 10 minutes away. Accommodation is 4 star resort style with rooms ranging from deluxe doubles to suites with spa baths and two bedroom self contained villas. Facilities include two swimming pools and spa, set amongst ten acres of landscaped tropical gardens. Dining is available at the Rocklily Restaurant, Bar and Brassiere and in-room dining is available.

Room rates begin at $108 per room per night and range up to two bedroom self contained Villas at $155 per room per night. For reservations contact 1800 00 1800 or book on-line at www.palmsinternational.com.au Remember to mention that you will be at-tending the ANGFA Convention for the special room rates listed above. (circle one day)