MCEC empowers event planners with CSR toolkit

By incorporating CSR, event organisers can adapt to changing delegate expectations and help attract sponsors, speakers and exhibitors.

24 August, 2023

MCEC offers 360-degree virtual tours on new website

The major relaunch also includes deeper information and accessibility features

3 August, 2023

Melbourne’s business events scene booming with nearly $1b booked

Business events from around the world are choosing to come to Victoria, with Melbourne celebrating ‘mega May’ of events.

4 July, 2023

Sthn Hemisphere’s largest food industry event makes Melbourne comeback

The Victorian Government has signed on as principal partner of foodpro, which returns to Melbourne for the first time in six years.

4 July, 2023

Melbourne Ambassadors honoured for attracting international business events

The Club Melbourne Ambassador Program Awards recognise those who have helped showcase Melbourne on the global stage by securing future international business events.

15 June, 2023

Australian Tourism Exchange returns to Melbourne in 2024

With a legacy of successful events in the city, ATE24 promises to deliver another outstanding experience for more than 2,000 delegates.

13 June, 2023

MCEC wins Victorian MEA Banqueting and Catering Award

The two will now compete against the other state winners for the national award, which will be announced at the MEA annual conference, Evolve 2023.

15 May, 2023

Rotary International Convention expected to bring in $91m

With less than four weeks to go, excitement is building in Melbourne as the city prepares to welcome more than 14,000 delegates from around the world.

3 May, 2023

MCEC talent shines in docuseries

The Centre has unveiled the latest instalment of its Event Expert Docuseries, offering an insight into the behind-the-scenes workings of the Centre and its team of experts.

1 May, 2023

MCEC’s Good Friday Appeal raises over $23 million

The record-breaking donations will go towards The Royal Children’s Hospital to help provide life-saving care for kids.

11 April, 2023

AIME 2023 anticipates $200 million in business

With post-show insights revealing a high satisfaction rate amongst both exhibitors and visitors, event director Silke Calder says excitement is already building for AIME 2024.

29 March, 2023

MCEC welcomes two new ambassadors to Club Melbourne program

Both are innovative thinkers and leaders in food and agriculture and will join Melbourne’s brightest minds to showcase the city’s expertise.

9 March, 2023

AIME makes stellar comeback in 30th anniversary event

Asia Pacific’s biggest meetings and events trade show returned to Melbourne last week, welcoming more than 3,000 from Australia and beyond to the MCEC.

23 February, 2023

AIME’s 30th anniversary event kicks off

Marking its 30-year legacy with a spectacular launch party, AIME has welcomed delegates from 25 countries who will turn the event’s showfloor into a hive of activity over the next two days.

13 February, 2023

New data shows sharp drop in virtual, hybrid events

FCM Meetings & Events says the data findings are the clearest sign yet that businesses were returning to face-to-face meetings, events, and conferences.

9 February, 2023

MCEC shows off Victoria’s produce in new menu

The Centre’s award-winning kitchen has delivered a menu that is varied, inclusive, and welcoming with a mix of new and classic dishes for all tastes and occasions.

31 January, 2023

MCEC generates $383 million impact

The Centre “doubled down,” hosting 349 events and welcoming 1.6 million visitors during the last financial year.

5 January, 2023

Last chance to register for AIME 2023 Hosted Buyer program

With less than three months to go, senior level event planners wishing to attend AIME as Hosted Buyers need to register by 13 December.

5 December, 2022

THE LUME Melbourne at MCEC opens Monet & Friends exhibition

The new Monet & Friends experience immerses guests in the sights, sounds, scents and tastes of a revolutionary time in modern art.

27 October, 2022

MCEC introduces new CEO

Natalie O’Brien AM will bring a wealth of industry leadership experience to her new role and play a key role in guiding the business back to its pre-pandemic success. 

18 October, 2022