LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA
Conference registration |
Secure your spot at the 2025 March LVK Collaboration meeting by completing the registration process.
Online payment is required for registration (VISA and Mastercard). Payment for accommodation should be made directly to the hotel. Please be sure to mention LVK 2025 when reserving accommodation.
Registration includes the welcome reception (canapés and drinks), daily morning tea and afternoon tea (tea, coffee, and a selection of sweet and savoury food), daily lunch, and a poster reception (canapés and drinks).
Registration fees are:
EARLY BIRD (until 31 Jan 2025) CLOSED:
Regular: $1000 AUD (approx. $675 USD / €620 EUR)
Students: $850 AUD (approx. $570 USD / €525 EUR)
FULL FEES (1 Feb 2025 to 16 March 2025):
Regular: $1100 AUD (approx. $735 USD / €680 EUR)
Students: $950 AUD (approx. $635 USD / €590 EUR)
The conference/networking dinner is an additional $135 AUD ($89 USD, €82 Euro), which you can select and pay for when you register.
Virtual attendance is free.
Online payment is required for registration (VISA and Mastercard). Payment for accommodation should be made directly to the hotel. Please be sure to mention LVK 2025 when reserving accommodation.
Registration includes the welcome reception (canapés and drinks), daily morning tea and afternoon tea (tea, coffee, and a selection of sweet and savoury food), daily lunch, and a poster reception (canapés and drinks).
Registration fees are:
EARLY BIRD (until 31 Jan 2025) CLOSED:
Regular: $1000 AUD (approx. $675 USD / €620 EUR)
Students: $850 AUD (approx. $570 USD / €525 EUR)
FULL FEES (1 Feb 2025 to 16 March 2025):
Regular: $1100 AUD (approx. $735 USD / €680 EUR)
Students: $950 AUD (approx. $635 USD / €590 EUR)
The conference/networking dinner is an additional $135 AUD ($89 USD, €82 Euro), which you can select and pay for when you register.
Virtual attendance is free.
Participants from lower income countries: we offer the discounts, please email [email protected].
Registration options will include:
- Optional networking event Wednesday evening ($135 AUD, $89 USD, €82 Euro)
Changes and cancellations
Please contact [email protected] if you require a refund to cancel your attendance, a cancellation fee will apply. Requests for refunds will need to be received by 15th February 2025 23:59 UTC. No refunds will be provided after that date.
Some childcare subsidies will be available, please contact [email protected].
Virtual/Online Attendance
We’re pleased to offer an online participation option for those who cannot join us in Melbourne. Online attendance is free of charge, allowing you to participate remotely in conference sessions and discussions.
*You can now access the block schedule and Zoom links by using your @ligo.org credentials.
We’re pleased to offer an online participation option for those who cannot join us in Melbourne. Online attendance is free of charge, allowing you to participate remotely in conference sessions and discussions.
*You can now access the block schedule and Zoom links by using your @ligo.org credentials.
Accommodation
For your convenience, accommodation has been arranged at both the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park and Mercure Melbourne Albert Park, where the LVK Collaboration Meeting will take place. Staying at these hotels means you’ll have easy access to all the conference sessions without the need for additional travel.
The hotel complex offers 378 guest rooms across both the Pullman and Mercure brands, ensuring comfort for all delegates. In addition to this, there are 500 on-site parking spaces available for those driving to the event.
Guests can also enjoy the in-house facilities, including the Fit Lounge for workout needs and the Restaurant & Bar, providing a range of dining options to satisfy both international visitors and locals alike. Whether you're traveling from across the globe or just around Melbourne, the Pullman and Mercure offer a relaxing and convenient stay during the conference.
The hotel complex offers 378 guest rooms across both the Pullman and Mercure brands, ensuring comfort for all delegates. In addition to this, there are 500 on-site parking spaces available for those driving to the event.
Guests can also enjoy the in-house facilities, including the Fit Lounge for workout needs and the Restaurant & Bar, providing a range of dining options to satisfy both international visitors and locals alike. Whether you're traveling from across the globe or just around Melbourne, the Pullman and Mercure offer a relaxing and convenient stay during the conference.
Prices in $AUD, conversion rate listed below in 'breakdown of rates'.
Hotel |
Classic Room Only ($AUD) |
Lakeview Room Only ($AUD) |
Additional Breakfast ($AUD) |
Pullman Hotel |
$215 per night |
$240 per night |
$30 per day |
Mercure Hotel |
$160 per night |
$180 per night |
$30 per day |
Accommodation Update – Hotel Nearing Capacity
The conference hotel is close to full capacity, and to avoid overbooking, the booking links have now been closed.
If you still need to book accommodation, please do so directly through the hotel website: Pullman Albert Park or email the hotel at [email protected] and quote "LVK 2025 conference" for availability.
Important Notes:
The conference hotel is close to full capacity, and to avoid overbooking, the booking links have now been closed.
If you still need to book accommodation, please do so directly through the hotel website: Pullman Albert Park or email the hotel at [email protected] and quote "LVK 2025 conference" for availability.
Important Notes:
- Rooms are subject to availability; no rooms are pre-reserved.
Breakdown of Rates
Room-Only Rates
Accommodation with Breakfast Included
Note: These rates and availability are valid until 30 days before the event, after which standard rates may apply.
*Accommodation Advice
Please note that hotel rooms at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park and Mercure Melbourne Albert Park will not be held. We strongly encourage you to book your accommodation as soon as possible to ensure you secure a room at the same venue as the conference. Availability is limited, and early booking is recommended.
Room-Only Rates
- Mercure Standard Room: $160.00 AUD | $105 USD | €97 Euro
- Mercure Lakeview Room: $180.00 AUD | $119 USD | €109 Euro
- Pullman Classic Room: $215.00 AUD | $142 USD | €130 Euro
- Pullman Lakeview Room: $240.00 AUD | $158 USD | €145 Euro
Accommodation with Breakfast Included
- Mercure Standard Room (Breakfast Included): $190.00 AUD | $125 USD | €97 Euro
- Mercure Lakeview Room (Breakfast Included): $210.00 AUD | $139 USD | €127 Euro
- Pullman Classic Room (Breakfast Included): $245.00 AUD | $162 USD | €148 Euro
- Pullman Lakeview Room (Breakfast Included): $270.00 AUD | $178 USD | €163 Euro
Note: These rates and availability are valid until 30 days before the event, after which standard rates may apply.
*Accommodation Advice
Please note that hotel rooms at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park and Mercure Melbourne Albert Park will not be held. We strongly encourage you to book your accommodation as soon as possible to ensure you secure a room at the same venue as the conference. Availability is limited, and early booking is recommended.
Key Dates:
26 September 2024 | First announcement
15 November 2024 | Registration open
31 January 2025 | Early bird registration closes
16 March 2025 | General Registration closes
24-27 March 2025 | Collaboration Meeting
23 March 2025 | Welcome Reception
26 March 2025 | Conference/Networking Dinner
28 March 2025 | Satellite Workshops
23, 28 or 29 March 2025 | Book your own tour to explore Melbourne
26 September 2024 | First announcement
15 November 2024 | Registration open
31 January 2025 | Early bird registration closes
16 March 2025 | General Registration closes
24-27 March 2025 | Collaboration Meeting
23 March 2025 | Welcome Reception
26 March 2025 | Conference/Networking Dinner
28 March 2025 | Satellite Workshops
23, 28 or 29 March 2025 | Book your own tour to explore Melbourne
