Penguins march south together for linux.conf.au
For a decade, linux.conf.au has brought Linux and open source enthusiasts from around the globe together. This internationally recognised conference, inaugurated in 1999 as the Conference of Australian Linux Users, has cultivated a reputation for successfully combining technology, community and fun whilst attracting key industry figures from around the world. LCA2009 promises to be no less memorable, as it journeys for the first time to Tasmania's capital city of Hobart.
About Tasmania
Located off the south east coast of Australia, Tasmania is Australia's only island state. Separated from the mainland for at least ten thousand years, Tasmania is home to some of Australia's most unique and recognisable native wildlife, including the famous Tasmanian Devil (Sarcophilus harrisii - featured as the LCA2009 mascot) and the majestic Tasmanian Wedge Tailed Eagle (Aquila audax fleayi). Tasmania supports an incredible diversity of environments, ranging from the tropical style bays and beaches in the Freycinet region, the highland lakes across the Central Highlands, the dry plains of the Midlands, the downhill ski slopes of Ben Lomond, the rural pasture and farmland dotted across the state, and the prime surfing waters around the state's coasts, through to the river threaded rainforest of the Franklin-Gordon National park.
Tasmania's wide range of agriculture and other primary produce industries are held in high regard, from its famous breweries and vineyards to its top quality seafood, dairy farming communities and cheese producing areas. Many internationally renowned artisans and craftspeople have chosen to ply their trades in this unique environment, finding inspiration in its natural beauty. The state also has a rich and detailed heritage and history from both before and after European colonisation.
About Hobart
Hobart, Tasmania's capital city, holds nearly half of the state's 500,000 people, and is located on the estuary of the Derwent River. Though new to linux.conf.au, Hobart is no stranger to hosting local, national and international events, holding the Australian Wooden Boat Festival, the finishing point for both the Melbourne and Sydney to Hobart Yacht Races and the Targa Tasmania rally, and much of the Ten Days on the Island arts festival. Hobart also has an active social scene along with many other year 'round attractions, including the second oldest Botanical Gardens in Australia, the Port Arthur heritage area, the largest chocolate factory in Australia, and Hobart's ever present Mount Wellington.
Where and When
2009's linux.conf.au will be held between the 19th and the 24th of January at the University of Tasmania's Sandy Bay campus. In addition to the main three day conference, LCA2009 will also include a number of side events and activities including themed mini-confs, the traditional LCA Penguin dinner, a publicly accessible open day, a showcase and exhibition displaying creative commons licenced work from local and not quite as local artists. The LCA2009 team has also organised to hold the professional delegates' networking session held at an undisclosed high-profile location, which is bound to impress.
Contacting Us
- Media and sponsors are asked to contact the linux.conf.au organising committee at media@marchsouth.org.
- Individuals offering assistance should write to volunteers@marchsouth.org.
- All other enquiries are welcome via contact@marchsouth.org.
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