THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE


The conference will be held at the University of Melbourne, located in the heart of Melbourne. Renowned for its world class facilities and academic excellence, the University provides an inspiring setting for collaboration, learning, and innovation.

The campus is easily accessible via public transport, with multiple tram routes along Swanston Street and nearby train stations including Melbourne Central and Parkville. Visitors will also find a wide range of accommodation, dining, and cultural attractions within walking distance of the University precinct.

 

Discover Melbourne

Melbourne stands on the ancient grounds of the Kulin Nation of the Wurundjeri people. For the Kulin Nation, Melbourne has always been an important meeting place for events of social, educational, sporting and cultural significance.

Melbourne is a diverse city that knows how to live. A city that's absolutely jam-packed with things to see and do, from roaring sports stadiums to the labyrinth of colourful laneways.

Choose from high-end cuisine to basement rock gigs, plays, festivals and blockbuster sporting events – all happening across a city full of parks, gardens and historic architecture.

Explore historic arcades and laneways lined with fine dining restaurants, chic cafes, hidden bars and fashion boutiques or head to one of the many lush gardens throughout the city.

Discover Melbourne's obsession with football, cricket and soccer, as well as hockey, tennis and just about anything else that involves working up a sweat. Head to the sports precinct to visit the iconic ground of the MCG.

In Melbourne everything is live and full of energy. Turn up the volume at a concert hall, bar, pub, or open air stadium with music from local and international talent taking over venues across the city.

Conference Destination

Melbourne

A city of bold ideas, world class food, iconic sport, hidden laneways and a creative energy that makes every visit feel alive.

Known forFood, culture, sport
VibeCreative, energetic, walkable
Best forConference + city break
Beyond the CBDCoastlines, wineries, road trips
Why Melbourne

A destination with edge

Culture

From galleries and live music to hidden bars and laneway art, Melbourne brings a layered cultural scene that feels local, creative and constantly evolving.

Food

Melbourne is known for its café culture, global dining scene and neighbourhood gems, making every coffee break or dinner plan part of the experience.

Events

With a city identity shaped by major events, sport and ideas, Melbourne has the infrastructure and atmosphere to make a conference trip feel bigger than the venue itself.

Traveller Information

Plan the practicals

Airports
Melbourne Airport
Avalon Airport
Getting around
Trams, trains,
rideshare, taxis
Weather
Pack layers
all year round
Visitor tip
Make time for
regional day trips

Why Melbourne

A destination with edge

01

Culture

From galleries and live music to hidden bars and laneway art, Melbourne feels layered, creative and constantly evolving.

02

Food

Melbourne’s café culture, global dining scene and neighbourhood gems turn every break between sessions into part of the experience.

03

Events

Big event energy, walkable precincts and a vibrant city atmosphere make Melbourne ideal for mixing conference time with discovery.