Information

Conference Registration

Opening early January 2027

Conference Locations

Thursday 26 February 2027

The Old Quad Building, (Building 150), The University of Melbourne, Parkville, 3010

Friday 27 February 2027

The Views, Life Saving Victoria, 200 The Boulevard, Port Melbourne 3207

Saturday 28 February 2027

Woodward Conference Centre, The University of Melbourne,  Law Building 10th Floor, 185 Pelham Street, Carlton 3054

Visa Information

As a presenter and discussant invited to speak at this public event, we strongly recommend that you apply for the Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Other Social and Cultural Activity (Invited Participant) stream.  This will ensure you enter Australia on a visa that is appropriate for the activities you have been invited to undertake.  Further information about this visa is available on the Department of Home Affairs website. Please take note of visa processing times and ensure you allow enough time for your visa to be processed ahead of your scheduled departure for Australia.  If you require any further advice about your visa options, we recommend contacting a registered migration agent or your local Australian consulate, as we are unable to provide any additional visa advice beyond what has already been provided.

Conference Fees (subject to change)

Attendee Type Cost  (AUD)
Invited participant (Keynote speaker, Session Chair, Discussant, Presenter)TBC
Full-time academic - University of Melbourne TBC
Full-time academic - other institution TBC
PhD student - University of Melbourne TBC
PhD student - other institution TBC
Non-academic attendeeTBC

Social Program Fees (subject to change)

Cape Schanck Lighthouse Reserve, Sculpture Park, Wine Tasting & Dinner
(Limited places available)		 Cost  (AUD)
Conference attendee TBC
Partner/accompanying guest TBC

For any questions please contact fdu-conference@unimelb.edu.au

Accommodation

Finance Down Under Conference has negotiated a discounted accommodation rate for conference attendees at the following hotels:

voco Melbourne Central

18 Timothy Lane, Melbourne 3000

The hotel is moments away from Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne Central Station and the Emporium Shoppping Centre and approximately a 10 minute walk to The University of Melbourne.

Please click here to access the direct booking link which will offer 15% discount off the best available rate.

Veriu Queen Victoria Market

91/101 Therry St, Melbourne 3000

Conveniently located  next to the iconic Queen Victoria Market and approximately 8 minutes walk to The University of Melbourne, with a range of premium dining outlets and shops on the hotel's doorstep.

Please click here and then enter the special code FDUC15 which will offer 15% discount off the best available rate.  (When submitting the code, you will need to select rate access/corporate code.)

Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton

701 Swantson St, Carlton 3053

From the moment you step inside Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton, you're welcomed with the warmth of genuine hospitality and the inviting aroma from Fico with house made focaccia and pasta. Located on Swanston Street overlooking Lincoln Square and only minutes walk from University of Melbourne, trams and Parkville Train Station.  Our welcoming hotel team to assist during your stay with personalised and premium service complimenting our thoughtfully designed guest rooms with Chrome Cast TVs, St Ali coffee pods, Tea Drop teas.
Please click here to access the direct booking link which will offer a discounted rate.