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
Dates
Tuesday 10th – Wednesday 11th December 2024
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
The Edge: All plenary sessions & faculty room
ACMI: Australian Centre of Moving Images (ACMI) will host
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Linet Lunch Session
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Welcome Function
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Remsystems Lunch Session
Beer DeLuxe: CCR Party
Registration
Pick Up: Your name badge will be available for pick up at the conference registration desk inside ZINC from 7:30am, Tuesday 10th 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
- Access to the Linet and Rem Lunch Sessions – (please register for this by emailing
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) - Morning Run
- Light Breakfast, Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea
- Welcome Function: Tuesday 10th December at ACMI
- Option to purchase a ticket to the CCR Down Under Party
- 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. 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.
Additional Information
WiFi Network & Password
ccrdownunder24
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
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
We have a networking and recharge station within the exhibition area at Zinc, grab a coffee, take seat and recharge your device.
Visa
If you require a letter to support a visa application, please email us at
Coffee
Our platinum partners are providing barista service coffee, tea and hot chocolate throughout the 2 days. You can find them situated on the Linet stand in the exhibition space and Device Technologies/Hamilton will be on the outside Deck one.
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
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
Welcome Reception: Tuesday 10th at ACMI from 5.30pm til 7.00pm
CCR Down Under Party: Tuesday 10th at Beer DeLuxe from 7.15pm til late.
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
Lunchtime Sessions
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LINET Lunch Session: 12:40pm – 1.30pm at ACMI/Swinburne Studio (Lunch will be provided)
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REM Systems Lunch Session: 12:40pm – 1.30pm at ACMI/Swinburne Studio (Lunch will be provided)
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.
What's on your Name Badge
• 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.
Prayer Room
A Prayer Room is available at the venue, please see the events staff on site to direct you.
Public Transport
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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
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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.
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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.