Conference App and Wi-Fi
Conference App
The conference app has everything you need for RMSANZ NZRA 2025!
View the program, build a personalised schedule, connect with other delegates and plan your conference experience.
Conference Wi-Fi
Network: RmsanzNzra2025
Password: RNZ2025!
Conference Program
A one-page program is available to download here. For a full program and further information please view the Agenda module of this app.
Additional Sessions
Add to your conference experience by attending a pre-conference workshop or a sponsored session. Explore the following links to discover all the additional sessions that are available to you:
If you wish to add a paid or sponsored session to your registration please contact the Conference Secretariat at rmsanzasm@dccam.com.au. Once we're onsite, please visit the Registration Desk.
Venue
Venue Address
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
188 Oxford Terrace,
Christchurch Central City, Christchurch.
For further information please visit the website by clicking here.
Venue Access
Entry to Te Pae is only available through the Oxford Street Main Entrance. The Cathedral Square Entrance will not be accessible.
Parking
Te Pae Christchurch does not have an onsite parking facility but there are more than 2,000 car parks in close vicinity, more information can be found here.
Women's Prayer Room
As requested, a women’s-only prayer room will be available during the Conference. This dedicated space is provided to ensure comfort and privacy for those who wish to use it. The Women's Prayer Room is located in SP2, entry is via the Ground Floor Foyer.
Registration
Check In at the Registration Desk
The Registration Desk is located on the ground floor in the Dobson Foyer, adjacent to the Oxford Street Main Entrance. The opening times are as follows:
Staff at the registration desk will be happy to help with any queries.
Full Registration Entitlements Include:
Admission to all scientific sessions, access to the conference app, attendance e-certificate, morning/afternoon teas and lunches on each of the day of the conference, and one ticket to the Welcome Reception on Sunday 20 July 2025.
Day Registration Entitlements Include:
Admission to all scientific sessions on the day of your registration, access to the conference app, attendance e-certificate and morning/afternoon teas and lunch on the day of your registration. This registration type does not include a ticket to the Welcome Reception. If you would like to attend the Welcome reception, please contact the Conference Secretariat.
Exhibition Opening Hours & Catering Details
The conference exhibition and all catering breaks will be held in the Exhibiton Hall E1. Catering break times can be found in the conference program.
Pre-Conference Workshops: Sunday 20 July 2025
Catering breaks will be held just outside the workshop rooms in the Dobson Foyer.
Exhibition Hall E1 - First Look
The exhibition will open for the first time on Sunday 20 July, from 5:00pm - 6:30pm for the Welcome Reception.
Exhibition Hall Opening Hours
Sunday 20 July: 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Monday 21 July: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Tuesday 22 July: 8:00am – 3:30pm
Wednesday 23 July: 8:30am – 1:30pm
Dietary Requirements
If you have already advised of a special dietary request, please make yourself known to the banqueting staff at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in order to collect your special meal. Vegetarians will be catered for within the standard catering package.
Name Badges
All delegates are required to wear their name badges for the entire conference; they are your official pass to sessions, catering breaks and access to the exhibiton hall.
 |
If you have a KNIFE&FORK icon on your name badge, this means you have a ticket to the Gala Dinner. |
 |
If you have a KNIFE&FORK +GUEST icon on your name badge, this means you have a ticket to the Gala Dinner for yourself and your guest/s. |
 |
If you have a MON, TUE and/or WED icon on your name badge, this means you have purchased a day registration and are only able to attend on the indicated day/s. |
Speaker Preparation Room
Located in the Dobson Foyer on the Ground Floor, Speaker Preparation will be open from 7:00am on Sunday 20 July, until 1:30pm on Wednesday 23 July.
All presenters must visit the team at least 2 hours prior to their session start time. Presentations should be brought on a USB. Speakers wishing to use their own laptop for their presentation are still required to visit Speaker Preparation
Poster Display
The poster display will be located in the Exhibition Hall E1.
Access to the poster boards will be available from 5:00pm on Sunday 20 July 2025. Posters should be in place by 10:30am, Monday 21 July 2025 and will be displayed for the duration of the conference.
Posters must be printed in A0 portrait, presenters are required to bring their own ‘hook and loop’ Velcro for attachment to the board.
Digital versions of the posters are included in the RMSANZ NZRA 2025 conference app, alongside a copy of the poster authors abstract.
A supporting video to the abstract, providing additional context, highlighting key aspects of the poster, or offering a brief overview of the research may also be available, alongside a copy of the poster authors abstract.
Poster presenters will be standing by their hard copy poster to answer any questions during the poster viewing sessions. Details are as follows:
Poster authors must remove their poster by 1:30pm on Wednesday 23 July if they wish to take their posters with them. Any posters remaining after this time will be disposed of.
CPD Points/Certificates of Attendance
All delegates attending a pre-conference workshop and/or RMSANZ NZRA 2025 will receive an e-certificate of attendance. The certificates will be emailed to all delegates shortly after the conference; no hard copies will be available. Please contact the Conference Secretariat if you need to update your email address.
The attendance certificate will note the number of educational hours completed. You will need this certificate to apply for CPD accreditation points through your chosen college. We recommend delegates self-record as colleges differ on their professional development point systems.
Conference Feedback
Delegates will be emailed a link to a daily evaluation at the end of each day; participation is appreciated. Feedback is important to ensure changes and improvements are made to future conferences. Delegates who complete the evaluation can go into the running to win a complimentary registration to RMSANZ NZRA 2026.
Lanyards
The lanyards that will be available to delegates onsite have been made from environmentally sustainable bamboo. For hygiene reasons, we are unable to reuse lanyards and so instead encourage delegates to bring their own lanyards from home, where possible.
Reusable Cups
We all know how much that morning coffee helps get us through that first plenary session of the morning, but we urge all delegates to bring their reusable coffee cups with them. If every delegate used a reusable coffee cup instead of a one-use takeaway option we could save over 2000 cups going into landfill at APS 2025 alone!
Bottled Water
We also ask all delegates to bring a reusable water bottle with them to the conference. Water will, of course, be available throughout the event, however only glasses and jugs will be offered.
Travel
Climate - July
In Christchurch during July, the climate is cold, we encourage all delegates to bring a warm coat. The average daily temperatures range from a high of 11°C (52°F) to a low of 4°C (40°F). The month is also known for being slightly windy. While temperatures can drop below freezing, you could expect some sunshine during the day.
Timezone
Christchurch operates on New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) which is UTC/GMT +12.
From Christchurch Airport
Te Pae Christchurch is located in the centre of the city, just a short 15–20 minute drive from Christchurch International Airport.
The regular Metro Bus services (some are 100% electric zero emissions) connect the airport to the city centre.
Additionally, taxis and shuttles, rental cars and Rideshare options (eg Uber) are also available options for travel from the airport.
Accommodation
If you have booked your accommodation through the Conference Secretariat, your reservation has been confirmed with the hotel. Any amendments to bookings must be sent via the Conference Secretariat. Should you wish to contact the hotel directly for any other queries, please use the following contact details
Crowne Plaza Christchurch
Phone: +64 03 741 2808
Email: Reservations.christchurch@ihg.com
Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square
Phone: +64 03 372 2111
Email: h6592@accor.com
Ibis Christchurch
Phone: +64 03 367 8666
Email: h5983@accor.com
Fable Christchurch
Phone: +64 03 943 3888
Email: reservations@fablechristchurch.com
Contact Us
Should you have any questions or require further information, please contact the Conference Secretariat on +61 2 9954 4400 or at rmsanzasm@dccam.com.au.
From Friday 18 July, please direct all enquiries via the email address above.