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The Organizing Committee for the World Leisure Congress 2004 'Leisure Matters' takes great pleasure in inviting you to attend the Meeting in Brisbane, Australia from September 12th - 17th, 2004. The Congress will bring together delegates from around the world in a spirit of friendship, to share ideas and expand our international links. Brisbane will host World Leisure Congress 2004 'Leisure Matters' where the tradition will continue.

The Technical Committee, chaired by Peter Brown, Griffith University, will be organising an educational, entertaining, cutting edge program. This will include plenary session, concurrent sessions, breakfast sessions and many original free papers from around the world.
The Social Program, as usual with all World Congresses, will be a highlight. You will not only have a most enjoyable time but you will also gain an insight into Australia's history and Brisbane's cosmopolitan lifestyle. I would certainly encourage you to extend your stay and visit other parts of Brisbane, Queensland and Australia.

The Brisbane Convention Centre is in a vibrant part of town, only a short distance from most of Brisbane's attractions. It is situated on the River and is surrounded by many excellent restaurants.

I am keenly looking forward to September 2004 to welcome you to the World Leisure Congress 2004 'Leisure Matters'.

Yours sincerely,



George Torkildsen
Chair, World Leisure Board of Directors

 
Theme: "Leisure Matters"
  • How does leisure matter?
    What do we know about the leisure experience?
    - for persons; for communities; for nations
    - accross diverse social, cultural and ecomonic groups
  • Why does leisure matter?
    What role does leisure play in social, cultural and economic development?
  • How can leisure be made to matter?
    Policy and Program: Who decides, and according to what criteria?
  • Will leisure matter?
    Given forces already in progress, what can we expect of leisure for the remainder of the 21st century?