Invitation

Download Malcolm Crompton Welcome Speech

It gives me great pleasure to extend a very warm invitation to you to participate in the 25th International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners to be held at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour in Sydney, Australia from 10 - 12 September 2003.

The theme of this year's Conference is "Practical Privacy for People, Government and Business". In this, the 25th year of the Conference, we look forward to exploring advances in privacy and building platforms and solutions that enhance the privacy choices of all citizens. The aim is to provide the opportunity for Commissioners to engage in private and thoughtful discussions as well as allowing for debate with delegates and speakers from the private sector, public administration and other interested groups. We also hope to build on some of the successful themes from the 24th International Conference held in Cardiff, Wales in 2002.

There is an opportunity for you to attend other privacy related events that will be taking place around the time of the Conference, including a biometrics conference hosted by the Privacy Commissioner for the State of Victoria, a special event for Chief Privacy Officers, and a more academically oriented event. Please see the related events page for further information. I look forward to seeing you at the Conference in Sydney.

Malcolm Crompton
Federal Privacy Commissioner
Australia

Your Host City - Sydney

Sydney, Australia's gateway city and the capital of New South Wales is built around one of the largest, most beautiful harbours in the world and along miles of golden surfing beaches which stretch north and south of the city on the shore of the Pacific Ocean.

Perhaps the most famous of Sydney's landmarks is the spectacular Sydney Opera House with its graceful 'sails'. The Opera House has become Sydney's cultural centre, offering opera, ballet, drama and film. The historic 'Rocks' area is nearby, and this part of the harbour foreshore is a hub of activity for both local residents and visitors. All within easy reach from the main Conference venue.

Sydney is a vigorous cosmopolitan city, a major industrial, business and commercial centre and is endlessly fascinating in its variety and its beauty.

Venue

The Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre is the premier conference venue in Sydney, and is located in the heart of Sydney’s Darling Harbour - an imaginative re-development in a superb waterfront location.