WIN 1 Months Worth of Carman's! Enhance Entertainment have the entire Carman's range including museli, museli bars, nut bars, rounds & Yummos up for grabs, valued at over $350rrp! more...

Discover the seaside meeting experience With pristine beaches, stunning coastlines and bushland, Terrigal is the perfect backdrop for inspiration and creativity. Discover how Crowne Plaza Terrigal can help you create a uniquely tailored event from brainstorming, team building and a gala dinner. more...

Allphones Arena goes Maroon for State of Origin 2013 Cheer the Maroons on to 8 wins in a row with the Queensland supporter's pre-Origin function hosted by Gary Belcher. more...

In the Night Garden 2013, Bennelong Lawn, Sydney Harbour Ever wondered what happens in the garden after dark? Looking for a truly unique event experience for the 2013 festive season? First release dates are almost gone, don't miss out. November/December dates available. more...

Get the TOTAL Concert Experience at Allphones Arena in 2013 TCE is a night of entertainment hosted by TV personality Richard Wilkins. The package includes substantial canapes, premium beverages, VIP souvenir lanyard and MORE... more...

Moreton Hire's new structures with impact The Hex's striking shape will leave a lasting impression for your next event or product launch. more...

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Melbourne wins $10 million in medical conferencing

Victorian Minister for Tourism and Major Events Louise Asher has announced Melbourne has secured the rights to host two major medical conferences more...

[Mon 17/06/2013 12:00:00]

Melbourne chefs shine for Starlight dinner

Five courses were created by five of Melbourne's best for the annual Starlight Five Chefs Dinner at the MCEC more...

[Mon 03/06/2013 12:00:00]

Exhibition industry overlooked in Victorian state budget

The Exhibition and Events Association of Australasia has expressed its disappointment that the Victorian Government has not committed to expanding the Melbourne's exhibition facilities in the 2013 State budget handed down Tuesday (7 May). more...

[Wed 08/05/2013 12:00:00]

Australian venues meet in Melbourne to put safety first

For the first time Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre brought together safety managers from Australian venues to discuss streamlining processes for events that rotate around the country. more...

[Tue 02/04/2013 12:00:00]

MCEC chefs and farmers serve up a taste of Victoria

Almost 50 guests toured the southern hemisphere's largest kitchen and enjoyed an intimate five course dinner at MCEC's Melbourne Food & Wine Festival event more...

[Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00]

Open Space 2014 dates announced

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre are pleased to announce that Open Space will return on Thursday 20 February 2014. more...

[Wed 27/03/2013 12:00:00]

AIME 2013 stand award winners announced

The 2013 winners of the coveted AIME Awards have been announced, recognising excellence in stand design and presentation, and acknowledging Roslyn McLeod for her significant contribution to the industry more...

[Thu 28/02/2013 12:00:00]

Business Events Week kicks off on Monday

The Federal Minister for Tourism, the Hon Martin Ferguson will officially open Business Events Week at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on Monday more...

[Thu 21/02/2013 12:00:00]

AIME launches new mobile app for 2013 show

Attendees at this year's Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo will be able to access vital information about the show instantly and easily with a new mobile app launched yesterday more...

[Thu 07/02/2013 12:00:00]

AIME announces new category for stand awards

Organisers of the Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo have announced the judges for this year's AIME Awards, as well as a new award category more...

[Mon 21/01/2013 12:00:00]

MCVB announces AIME Welcome Reception event and theme

Melbourne LIVE! will be the theme for the highly anticipated Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo (AIME) 2013 official Welcome Reception, the Melbourne Convention Visitors Bureau announced today. more...

[Thu 10/01/2013 12:00:00]

Australia's biggest Indian incentive group arrives in Melbourne

More than 4,000 delegates from India have arrived in Melbourne this week for the Amway India Leadership Seminar 2012; the largest Indian incentive group ever to be hosted in Australia. more...

[Tue 11/12/2012 12:00:00]

EEAA Announces support for new industry event: Business Events Week

The Exhibitions and Events Association of Australasia has welcomed today's announcement by Victorian Tourism and Major Events Minister Louise Asher of a designated Business Events Week to be held annually in Melbourne during AIME more...

[Tue 04/12/2012 12:00:00]

EEAA Annual Conference registrations open

Registrations are now open for the EEAA 2012 annual conference to be held in Melbourne on 3-4 December providing a content-rich program of professional development and networking. more...

[Wed 07/11/2012 12:00:00]

MCEC named Australasia's Leading Centre

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre put Melbourne and Australia on the world stage, taking out the title of Australasia's Leading Meetings and Conference Centre in the 2012 World Travel Awards more...

[Mon 22/10/2012 12:00:00]

A List Guide goes live at AIME 2013

The organisers of the Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo, have signed a partnership with event industry bible, the A LIST Guide, to bring a new exhibition concept to next year's show. more...

[Thu 18/10/2012 12:00:00]

Moreton Hire exhibition team on show in Melbourne

Last week, exhibition supplier Moreton Hire achieved a logistical feat successfully delivering two of Australia's largest exhibitions; Fine Foods Australia and Grand Designs Live. more...

[Tue 02/10/2012 12:00:00]

MCEC showcases the best of Victorian Cusine for nearly 3500

Last night the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre hosted two simultaneous large scale events where almost 3500 guests savoured some of Victoria's finest produce and wine more...

[Thu 27/09/2012 12:00:00]

EEAA Young Stars to shine in Melbourne

The Young Stars Program of the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia will kick off in Melbourne with the inaugural event for that city being held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on Tuesday September 18. more...

[Wed 12/09/2012 12:00:00]

MCVB and Victorian State Government launch Melbourne IQ in the USA

Victorian Minister for Health Mr David Davis, in conjunction with the Melbourne Convention Visitors Bureau launched Melbourne IQ: The Intelligent Choice for Conferences in the USA at the Australian Embassy in Washington DC more...

[Thu 26/07/2012 12:00:00]

Gaming and hospitality expo a hit in Melbourne

Produced by Australian Exhibitions & Conferences, The Clubs Hotels Australia 2012 expo, held last week in Melbourne will return for 2013 following great success more...

[Mon 25/06/2012 12:00:00]

Melbourne wins World Social Welfare Conference for 2014

Minister for Tourism and Major Events Louise Asher announced that Melbourne has won the right to host 2000 delegates from around the world at the Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education and Social Development in 2014. more...

[Sun 27/05/2012 12:00:00]

MCEC entertains with Katie Noonan and The Ten Tenors

Almost 400 guests gathered at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre last Tuesday night for a glamorous evening of celebration at the venue's signature event for the year. more...

[Mon 21/05/2012 12:00:00]

2013 Dates Announced for AIME

Organisers of the Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo Reed Travel Exhibitions, today announced new show dates for AIME 2013 more...

[Mon 30/04/2012 12:00:00]

Reed Exhibitions acquires a majority stake in All-Energy Australia

Reed Exhibitions has acquired a majority stake in All-Energy Australia, Australia's single largest clean energy event. more...

[Thu 15/03/2012 12:00:00]

Arinex Technology launches Speaker Management System

Arinex Technology has recently launched a speaker management system for conferences, aimed to assist venues and AV companies with automating and streamlining the management of presentations. more...

[Thu 01/03/2012 12:00:00]

MCEC first to launch Smart Phone App

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre has launched MConnect, the first smart phone application for any centre in Australia. more...

[Wed 29/02/2012 12:00:00]

Ita Buttrose opens AIME's 20th Show

Ita Buttrose has officially opened the 20th anniversary Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo this morning at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, marking the beginning of the renowned, two-day, meetings and incentives event more...

[Tue 21/02/2012 12:00:00]

Dockside Group partners with Home The Venue as official caterer

Dockside Group has announced they will be branching out into catering when they partner with HOME The Venue in Sydney's Cockle Bay to become their official caterer in 2012. more...

[Tue 07/02/2012 12:00:00]

Dockside Group launches new deals website

Dockside Group are proud to announce they have launched a brand new deals website for Sydney restaurants and venues. more...

[Thu 02/02/2012 12:00:00]

New Victorian business events generate $23.5 million

Minister for Tourism and Major Events Louise Asher has announced that eight major congresses have been won for Melbourne, worth an estimated $23.5 million to the Victorian economy more...

[Tue 03/01/2012 12:00:00]

AIME 2012 announces new Education Program

Organisers of the Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo have released the 2012 Education Program schedule and speakers, which for the first time, has been developed in collaboration with major industry association partners more...

[Tue 20/12/2011 12:00:00]

Club Melbourne honours Ambassadors for securing international events

Seven Club Melbourne Ambassadors were awarded for their work in securing eight major international business events for Melbourne in 2011 at their annual Christmas cocktails held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre more...

[Tue 20/12/2011 12:00:00]

MCEC appoints Peter King as new Chief Executive

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust Chairman Bob Annells has announced the appointment of Peter King as Chief Executive of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre more...

[Mon 12/12/2011 12:00:00]

Melbourne wins largest medical event in Australia's history

Melbourne has secured the right to host the prestigious International AIDS Conference in 2014, the largest medical conference ever to be held in Australia. more...

[Wed 30/11/2011 12:00:00]

Melbourne gets new meeting place

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Hilton Melbourne South Wharf have designed South Wharf Meetings & Events, a unique offering for small to medium sized meetings and events that perfectly combines the two venues' facilities more...

[Thu 17/11/2011 12:00:00]

Finalists named for EEAA 2011 Awards for Excellence

The finalists for the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia's 2011 Awards for Excellence have been announced, providing the industry's top performers an opportunity to showcase their innovation, performance and success. more...

[Wed 09/11/2011 12:00:00]

MCEC enjoys record one week in September

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre broke records in September, achieving its best ever quarterly result by 15 per cent more...

[Mon 31/10/2011 12:00:00]

Global electrotechinical conference convenes in Melbourne

Melbourne is hosting some of the world's leading electrotechnical experts this week for the International Electrotechnical Commission General Meeting hosted by Standards Australia. more...

[Mon 24/10/2011 12:00:00]

AIME enters new partnerships with industry associations

Celebrating its 20th anniversary event in 2012, the Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo (AIME) has announced three new partnerships with major associations within the events and conference planning industry more...

[Wed 19/10/2011 12:00:00]

Major wins bring $22 million plus for Victorian economy

Minister for Tourism and Major Events, Louise Asher recently announced that the Melbourne Convention Visitors Bureau has been successful in its bid to host four world-class business events over the next six years. more...

[Mon 17/10/2011 12:00:00]

MCEC takes eight medals at Royal Melbourne Fine Food Awards

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) were awarded eight medals at the Royal Melbourne Fine Food Awards, including a gold medal for their house made mandarin and passionfruit sorbet. more...

[Wed 28/09/2011 12:00:00]

New Pre-Touring options for AIME 2012 hosted buyers

AIME 2012 abnd the MCVB have announced the addition of two new tours to the AIME 2012 pre-touring program more...

[Mon 26/09/2011 12:00:00]

AIME celebrates 20 years in 2012

2012 marks the 20th anniversary of AIME when it returns to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibtion Centre on 21-22 February. more...

[Mon 22/08/2011 12:00:00]

Leigh Harry to depart Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

Tourism and Major Events Minister, Louise Asher MP announced last week that Leigh Harry has resigned as chief executive of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre to accept the role of chief executive officer, Tourism Victoria and depu more...

[Tue 02/08/2011 12:00:00]

MCEC executive chef and Philippe Mouchel creates Tour de France menu

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) served more than 700 cycling enthusiasts, and fans of France and its fine fare, with a menu created by MCEC's executive chef Shaun Bowles in consultation with Philippe Mouchel, one of the world's finest Fr more...

[Mon 25/07/2011 12:00:00]

International Corporate Events Nominated for ISES Expirt Award

A long-standing member of the ISES Sydney Chapter, International Corporate Events have recently been nominated as finalist for a 2011 ISES Esprit Award by the International Special Events Society. more...

[Tue 12/07/2011 12:00:00]

MCEC launches new-look website

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is excited to announce the launch of their new website- live now more...

[Tue 05/07/2011 12:00:00]

Tourism Australia maintains momentum at AIBTM

Tourism Australia has keep up momentum within the USA with a significant presence at AIBTM in Baltimore this week. more...

[Thu 23/06/2011 12:00:00]

Austage manages mega-sized Melbourne Fashion event

The largest fashion event in the world; 1 week, 10 venues, over 25 Runway shows and an audience totalling nearly 25,000 makes the AV production for the L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival challenging at the best of times. more...

[Thu 28/04/2011 12:00:00]

Melbourne secures Australia's largest ever Indian incentive

Melbourne's international reputation for delivering outstanding incentive reward programs has been strengthened with the successful bid by Melbourne to host Amway India deleagtes in 2012 more...

[Tue 15/03/2011 12:00:00]

MEA awards state finalists for NSW, ACT and VIC

The Meetings and Events Australia State Awards for NSW, ACT and Victoria all took place last evening at gala celebrations held at both the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre for NSW and ACT award recipients and the Sebel Albert Park Melbourne for the more...

[Thu 10/03/2011 12:00:00]

Melbourne's Lord Mayor officially opens AIME

For the second year running the Right Honourable, Robert Doyle, Lord Mayor of Melbourne officially opened the 19th Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo on Tuesday 15 February, welcoming all visitors, exhibitors, media and Hosted Buyer more...

[Wed 16/02/2011 12:00:00]

Conference delegates build more than 130 bikes for The Smith Family at MCEC

More than 130 children from The Smith Family were pleasantly surprised on Monday when delegates from PricewaterhouseCoopers revealed newly assembled bikes for the 'tykes' at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre more...

[Thu 03/02/2011 12:00:00]

Free WiFi venue-wide for all events at the MCEC

Delegates, organisers and event visitors to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) will have access to free wireless internet from 1 February 2011, a first for any centre in the country more...

[Thu 20/01/2011 12:00:00]

AIME Initiative for Queensland flood relief

The MCVB and Reed Travel Exhibitions have announced a joint initiative as the organisers of AIME conducting a fundraising drive to assist those who have been affected by the devastating and unprecedented flood damage in Queensland. more...

[Tue 18/01/2011 12:00:00]

AIME attracts new hosted buyers to 2011 event

Organisers of the annual Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo (AIME) 2011 are expecting the show to generate record business for exhibitors with Hosted and Semi Hosted Buyer spots filling up fast and 50% of registered Hosted Buyer's new to the show in more...

[Fri 03/12/2010 12:00:00]

MCEC director of sales and marketing elected to MEA National Council

Anne Jamieson, director of sales and marketing at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre has been elected to the Meetings & Events Australia National Council more...

[Wed 01/12/2010 12:00:00]

Guy Sebastian helps MCEC clients celebrate 2010

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), with special guest Guy Sebastian, showcased the venue's versatility at its exclusive client celebration Tuesday night more...

[Thu 18/11/2010 12:00:00]

PR professionals to meet in Melbourne for World Public Relations Forum 2012

Melbourne has won the right to host the World Public Relations Forum 2012, marking the first time the prestigious Business Event has been held in Australia more...

[Thu 11/11/2010 12:00:00]

MCEC appoints new Deputy Chief Executive

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre's chief executive Leigh Harry has announced the appointment of Leighton Wood as the deputy chief executive of the MCEC more...

[Tue 09/11/2010 12:00:00]

2010 Event and Exhibiton Awards finalists announced

The finalists for the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia's Awards for Excellence have been released, with winners announced at the EEAA Gala Dinner on 30 November in Melbourne more...

[Thu 04/11/2010 12:00:00]

550 Cheeky colleagues team up at MCEC for World's biggest cook up

Cheeky Food Group recently held the biggest Corporate Cook Up in Australia, if not the world when 550 colleagues whipped up flambeed prawns, Asian duck salads and mexican quesadillas at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre more...

[Tue 05/10/2010 12:00:00]

EEAA Annual Conference 'On Target'

The rapidly-changing business environment will be the focus at the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia's Conference 2010, Eye on Your Target, being held in Melbourne, 29-30 November 2010 more...

[Mon 20/09/2010 12:00:00]

Hosted Buyer Program applications now open for AIME 2011

Reed Travel Exhibitions has announced that Hosted Buyer Program applications are now open for AIME 2011. Applicants are encouraged to register and qualify before 29 October 2010 to receive an early bird saving off their registration fee. more...

[Tue 07/09/2010 12:00:00]

Club Melbourne Ambassadors Program celebrates s five years

More than 200 guests gathered at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre for an exclusive dinner to mark the fifth anniversary of the Club Melbourne Ambassadors Program last week. more...

[Tue 24/08/2010 12:00:00]

Show dates for AIME 2011 set for February

The 19th Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo (AIME) will be held on 15 and 16 February 2011 at The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre more...

[Tue 27/07/2010 12:00:00]

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre launches new food and wine micro-site

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre's food and wine philosophy has been encapsulated in a new online resource, allowing visitors to learn about the MCEC's commitment to creating sustainable and inspiring food for events of any size. more...

[Mon 07/06/2010 12:00:00]

RSVP Melbourne opens Wednesday with sold-out exhibitor space

There's still room for visitors at Melbourne's RSVP event on Wednesday but floor space has completely sold-out to exhibitors who are ready to impress and inspire more...

[Mon 24/05/2010 12:00:00]

MCEC launches bold new menu concept

Demonstrating commitment to Victorian producers and growers, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, has refused to use a set menu for events, instead tailor-making each menu based on the best seasonal produce more...

[Tue 11/05/2010 12:00:00]

2011 dates announced for RSVP events

With just one month to go until the opening of RSVP Melbourne, Exhibition Trade Fairs has announced the dates for their 2011 shows more...

[Thu 29/04/2010 12:00:00]

Hotel Rooms Built Live on Expo Floor

The inaugural Hotel Hospitality and Design 2010 exhibition has announced it will host a live demonstration which will see two hotel rooms built from design concept stage to final completion in front of visitors at the show. more...

[Tue 09/03/2010 12:00:00]

MCVB's International Health Conference Coup

The Melbourne Convention and Visitors Bureau (MCVB) has overcome strong competition from Sydney and Singapore to secure the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Asia Pacific Annual Conference and Exhibition for Melbourne. more...

[Mon 01/03/2010 12:00:00]

Info Salons Launches iEvent For iPhone

Info Salons is set to launch a ground-breaking iPhone App designed for the events industry during the AIME 2010 trade event to be held on March 2-3 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibitions Centre. more...

[Thu 18/02/2010 12:00:00]

Federal Tourism Minister and MEA To Recognise Industy Leaders

Some 800 Industry leaders are expected to attend the annual Meetings & Events Australia Conference and Gala Awards Dinner at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre this April. more...

[Tue 16/02/2010 12:00:00]

Hotel Hospitality Design Expo Hosts HOT 2010

The inaugural Hotel Hospitality Design Expo 2010 has announced it will host the hugely successful and established Hotel Operations and Technology Show (HOT) and is firming up a rich and diverse conference as part of the program. more...

[Mon 08/02/2010 12:00:00]

Crown Conference Centre Opens Tomorrow

The anticipated Crown Conference Centre will officially open tomorrow as Australia's only purpose-built hotel convention facility catering for large residential conferences, meetings, product launches and exhibitions. more...

[Tue 02/02/2010 12:00:00]

Diversified Exhibitions Launches Hotel Hospitality & Design 2010

In an industry first for the AsiaPacific region, Diversified Exhibitions launches the Hotel, Hospitality & Design Expo 2010. A hotel industry show with a key focus on design, fit out and refurbishment for the hotel, resorts, spas and hospitality industry more...

[Wed 27/01/2010 12:00:00]

Parliament of World Religions Convenes In Melbourne

This week, the world's largest inter-faith conference opened in Melbourne. Over 5,000 people from over 80 countries have gathered at the Parliament of the World's Religions. Their aim? working together for a just, peaceful, and harmonious socie more...

[Thu 10/12/2009 12:00:00]

Premier Brumby to Open MCEC in June

The combined Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) will be officially opened next month by Victorian Premier John Brumby, creating Australia's largest convention and exhibition district. more...

[Tue 26/05/2009 12:00:00]

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre Awarded for F&B

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) was the winner of two major industry awards on Tuesday (Feb 25) at the 2008 Victorian Meetings & Events Industry Awards (MEA), held at the RACV Club in Melbourne. more...

[Thu 26/02/2009 12:00:00]

Melbourne wins prestigious cardiology conference

The World Congress of Cardiology is the largest global event in the World Heart Foundation's calendar and a huge win for Melbourne more...

[Thu 01/01/1970 12:00:00]

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