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CCR Down Under 2025

The Best Critical Care Trials in the World

Melbourne, December 9th - 10th


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Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions for CCR Down Under Meeting can be found below. If you have a question that has not been addressed below, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Dates


Tuesday 9th – Wednesday 10th December 2025

Times


0730 onwards - have a coffee and enjoy the string quartet

View the conference programme for full programme information and times.

Location


All CCR Down Under venues are located within Federation Square precinct - Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne.

Venues


ZINC: Collect your registration, daily catering, barista coffee and feeding room. ZINC will also be the venue for the Welcome Function.

The Edge: All plenary sessions & faculty room

Ludlow: CCR Celebration - You’ll find Ludlow on the Southbank at 6 Riverside Quay.

Registration


Pick Up: Your name badge will be available for pick up at the conference registration desk inside ZINC from 7:30am, Tuesday 9th December. Only the registered attendee may pick up their registration.

Have your registration confirmation handy at the registration desk just in case we need to clarify any information.

In Person Registration Includes:

  • Access to all plenary sessions
  • Morning Run
  • Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea
  • Welcome Function: Tuesday 9th December at ZINC
  • Option to purchase a ticket to the CCR Down Under Celebration
  • Online content available post event
  • Certificate of attendance

Virtual Registration Includes:

  • Certificate of attendance as a virtual participant provided post event

The Livestream

The livestream will be embedded on the CCR homepage and CCR Down Under Meeting webpage. It will be freely available - no registration is required. No reminder will be sent for this option. Registration is only required if you wish to claim the 12 CPD points awarded by the College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia and New Zealand.

Please note the programme timings are local Victorian Time, which is UTC+11.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Access to Sessions

All participants must wear name badges to access venues.


Accessibility

Please refer to this link for detailed information on the accessibility services and facilities available at Federation Square.


Accommodation

We have arranged a variety of accommodation options conveniently located near Federation Square. Our accommodation partner Ozacomm is here to assist you with bookings, modifications, and any questions you may have. Book your Accommodation here.


Arriving into Melbourne

If you need help with airport transportation, please check out this website.


Catering

Enjoy live music, coffee, and daily catering (Breakfast, morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea) each day in Zinc.


Childcare

Due to the Australian regulations and availability of childcare we are unable to provide an onsite service for this meeting. However, we do have a number of reputable companies who can provide a childcare service to you directly. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further information.


Cloakroom & Luggage Facilities

Cloakroom facilities are located in the Edge Foyer and will open early morning and during breaks. There will be instructions at the cloakroom on how to locate a staff member for all other times.


Recharge your Device

Device Technologies/Hamilton, Vantive, and Fresenius Medical will each have Recharge Domes at their stands. Swing by, grab a coffee, relax, and top up your device while you take a breather!


Coffee Anyone?

Our Partner Sponsor Device Technologies/Hamilton will have a barista service for coffee, tea and hot chocolate throughout the 2 days.


Dietaries

If you have provided a dietary requirement, these will be in a specific area within Zinc exhibition space and social function venues. Please contact us via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you have not indicated your dietary requirement when registering.


Dress Code

Neat Casual attire is encouraged

Exhibition

Take the time to meet up with our sponsors and exhibitors, without them the meeting is not possible.


Feeding Room

A small room has been allocated on site at Zinc, please see the events team at the meeting for directions.


Live Music

CCR meeting has a reputation for great music and Melbourne will be no exception. Musicians from Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Orchestra will perform in the Edge from 0800 and during breaks within Zinc. At 0845, Ganga will deliver the Acknowledgment of Country, followed by a didgeridoo performance.


Live Music

The CCR meetings have a reputation for great music and Melbourne will be no exception. Musicians from the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Orchestra & Choir will perform in the Edge from 0815 and during breaks within Zinc.


Run

Meeting Point: Meet at the Christmas Tree in Federation Square at 0700


Not Receiving Event Emails

You may have selected to opt out of email correspondence – this will affect any event you have registered for: Please contact the ICU events team at your earliest convivence via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


Name Badge

Your name badge will also display any additional sessions, social functions and your QR code for you to network easier. Please wear this at all times.

Your name badge contains the following information:

• Full Name
• Company/Hospital
• Country
• Wifi Login
• Lunch Session: Yes/No
• Welcome Function: Yes/No
• CCR Party: Yes/No
• Morning Run: Yes/No


Parking

Fed Square’s multi-level car park is accessible via Russell Street or Batman Ave (Exhibition Street extension – City Link) – check out our map here. Russell Street exit may experience delays during busy periods. Exiting via the Batman Ave exit is recommended during busy periods.


Planning your visit to Melbourne

Prayer Room

A Prayer Room is available at the venue, please see the events staff on site to direct you.


Public Transport

  • Tram: Federation Square is within Melbourne's Free Tram Zone, which covers areas from Queen Victoria Market to Victoria Harbour in Docklands, and up to Spring Street. Travel within this zone is free, but if you travel outside of this area, a myki card is required. Download the Free Tram Zone Map

  • Train: Flinders Street Station is located directly across from Federation Square, making it a convenient and accessible transit point. For train travel, you will need a myki card. Please visit the Public Transport Victoria Website to find out where and how you can purchase one.

  • Taxis & Pick up: The safest place to pick up and drop off passengers accessing the Main Square is the Taxi Rank on Swanston Street. For those visiting Deakin Edge, we recommend the Russell Street Extension for drop-off/pick-up.


Sightseeing in Melbourne

  • Melbourne Skydeck - the southern hemisphere’s highest observation deck.

  • Royal Botanic Gardens - has been a treasured part of Melbourne’s cultural life for more than 170 years.

  • Queen Victoria Market – an historic landmark that is vibrant and bustling inner-city market where you can shop over 600 small businesses.

  • Fed Square – gateway to the arts.

  • Best lane way secrets - from rooftop bars to basement boutiques, Melbourne's laneways are filled with one-of-a-kind experiences.

  • Melbourne Zoo

  • Experience Aboriginal culture in Melbourne – explore the history and modern culture of the Kulin nation with these experiences and guided Aboriginal tours right in the heart of Melbourne.


Sightseeing in Victoria

  • The Great Ocean Road – one of the world’s most scenic costal drives, along the south-west coast of Victoria.

  • Macedon Ranges – known for undulating landscapes, wineries, markets and breathtaking heritage gardens.


Social Events

  • Welcome Reception: Tuesday 9th at ZINC from 5.30pm til 7.00pm

  • CCR Down Under Celebration: Tuesday 9th at Ludlow from 7.15pm til late.


Visa

If you require a letter to support a visa application, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


WiFi Network & Password

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