Cliftons CEO amongst newly elected MEA board

Joining the Meeting and Events Australia board, Vanessa Green said she is excited for the chance to lead discussions and be a part of shaping the industry.

4 December, 2022

MEA puts on a show for Evolve 2022

The conference hosted more than 300 delegates both in person and virtually who were delivered an impressive line-up of professional speakers alongside a hefty dose of variety, creativity and fun.

12 July, 2022

Registrations close this Friday for MEA’s Evolve Conference

Whether you will be joining Evolve in-person or virtually, there is something for everyone at this year’s MEA conference and time is ticking to get your ticket!

23 June, 2022

MEA’s mentorship program is back

Expressions of interest are now open for events sector professionals interested in participating as either mentees or mentors in the 2022 MEA Mentor Program.

3 March, 2022

2020 MEA Awards winners announced

Reflecting on a particularly challenging year, the MEA Awards have acknowledged the exceptional work in the events sector throughout 2020.

23 September, 2021

Smarten up with these expert-led webinars

Curb lockdown boredom with webinars and virtual workshops that will keep you ahead of the game.

17 August, 2021

MEA pushes ‘Evolve’ conference to 2022

“The best option is to reschedule Evolve to a time when immunised population target levels are expected.”

17 August, 2021

Five reasons why you should attend MEA Evolve this week

Did we mention an Aussie comedian as the MC?

14 July, 2020

MEA makes team changes, reviews structure

CEO Robyn Johnson said she is devastated by the decision to let go of two team members amid the COVID-19 crisis.

18 March, 2020

Entries open for MEA Awards 2019

This year sees changes to award criteria and a brand new category added.

16 September, 2019

MEA Scholarship winners announced

NSW Minister Stuart Ayres announced the six recipients of the annual scholarship.

25 July, 2019

Everything you need to know about MEA Evolve

There’s less than two weeks to go until the conference kicks off in Brisbane. Here’s what you need to know.

18 March, 2019

MEA announces international keynote for Evolve 2019

Learn valuable lessons from the CEO of one of the world’s most famous festivals.

16 January, 2019

MEA’s annual conference evolves

MEA has renamed its annual conference, which will take place in Brisbane next year.

24 September, 2018

MEA 2018 conference in full swing in Adelaide

Event planners, PCOs and suppliers have arrived in Adelaide in droves for the 2018 MEA National Conference. Here’s a rundown on what’s happening over the next few days.

7 May, 2018

MEA launches 2018 webinar program

Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) has launched a webinar program providing members with free access to high quality training online each month. 

22 January, 2018

Save the date: MEA Christmas parties

If you only attend one Christmas party this year, make it the MEA industry event in your state. 

29 November, 2017

MEA launches social legacy project

The Social Legacy platform will be hosted on the MEA website and will enable event owners and organisers to record the many donations of time, supplies and financial support that the sector contributes to social programs and charities across Australia and internationally.

14 November, 2017

MEA announces overhaul of National Awards Program

Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) has announced its National Awards Program has been overhauled, making way for a series of new accolades. 

23 October, 2017

Meetings and Events Australia announces second Leaders’ Breakfast

The session will consider the influence of conventions and meetings on destinations around the world and on organisations that conduct international conventions. Find out how to attend here.

8 June, 2017