The Online News Association Conference and Awards Banquet will be held at the Capitol Hilton in Washington DC Oct. 5-7.

The 2006 ONA Conference is the premier conference for those who work in, or who have an interest in, online media and news. Each year the conference examines the most important issues and trends in online news, and offers the opportunity for conference attendees to hear from top experts in these important areas. The conference also provides a chance for attendees to share the best of their work with each other. It also provides important networking opportunities for those who work in this industry.

The Online Journalism Awards have become the top awards in online journalism. Each year a distinguished panel of judges selects the very best work in nine different categories to be honored at the awards. The OJA Banquet is the event where the awards are presented, and the winners are honored for their efforts.

Early bird registration fees are $399 for ONA members, $549 for non-ONA memebers. Early bird registrations ends Sept. 8, 2006.

Fees after $449 for ONA members and $549 for non-members. ONA student members fees are $150, while student non-members will pay $200.

You can get more information on all registration fees here.

You can register for the 2006 ONA Conference here.

Hotel rooms may be booked for $186 per night until Sept. 8. Reserve early to get that rate: (202) 393-1000. You can also register online at the Capitol Hilton.

Details of the conference, including agenda and speakers (when they are finalized, sponsorship opportunities and other important information can be found on the 2006 ONA Conference blog.

(It is the policy of the ONA that registration fees will only be returned if cancellations are made up to 48 hours before the start of the conference.)