Fantastic new partners you need to know about!

June 12, 2023

The Melbourne Convention Bureau's (MCB) core business objective is to secure and deliver business events and incentive travel reward programs for Melbourne and Victoria.

To successfully achieve this, we strategically align with industry partners including accommodation, venues, event support services, restaurants and tour providers to bid, win and host national and international conferences and other corporate business events, in turn delivering tangible benefits associated with this business to our partners.  

Our team extends a big warm welcome to our newest partners – Hyatt Centric, Commons Collective, Glasshouse, Rydges Melbourne, Show Me Melbourne, Neusto Docklands, Dann Event Hire and We are Phoenix.

Have a business event on the horizon? Reach out to the team at MCB for free assistance in everything from venue and supplier recommendations, conference program development, incentive itinerary support and so much more.

Hyatt Centric

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is a five star property centrally located in Melbourne’s central business district, just minutes from the Docklands and Southbank precincts – home to world-class entertainment, convention centres and sporting venues.

Modern in nature, but rustic in character, the hotel features 277 chic rooms, a fitness centre and indoor pool. Their upscale restaurant Langlands, is inspired by the local foodie scene and offers sustainable, Victorian-sourced produce in its open show kitchen. While the 25th-floor bar is the place to go for post-conference drinks with signature cocktails and stunning views across the Yarra River.

Perfect for medium-sized conferences of 10 to a 150-delegate dinner, Hyatt Centric’s meeting and events space, ‘Bellarine’, is located on a dedicated events floor on level six. The 257 square metres of stylish event space can be completely booked out or separated into six individual rooms and booked individually (each room catering for 16 to 60 people). Bellarine is pillarless, with high ceilings and full length windows and curtains allowing for an abundance of natural light or black out. It is also attached to a 251sqm stunning outdoor balcony perfect for breaks.

Tip - Bellarine Rooms One and Four offer direct access to the terrace, while Room Six has its own beautiful white marble bar, ideal for post-meeting drinks.

See virtual tour of meeting space

Image: Hyatt Centric Bellarine event space

Commons Collective

The Commons Collective is one unique heritage building that has been reimagined into a number of eclectic event spaces, ranging from the luminous Conservatory, perfect for breakfasts or lunches, to the historic art deco Ormond Hall for gala dinners or cocktail receptions.

Experience the vintage charm of Bar Moubray for intimate dinners and social gatherings. Or be immersed in an enchanting evening under the stars in their Rose Garden.

The entire venue can also be booked for a large, immersive event. Maximum capacities across all spaces are for 500 delegates (banquet), 500 delegates (theatre), 1000 delegates (cocktail) and 400 delegates (cabaret).

Image: Ormond Hall at the Commons Collective by Karon Photography

Glasshouse

Hidden in plain sight on the doorstep to Melbourne’s CBD, Glasshouse is an architectural masterpiece designed for events of any size and style. With shining views across the Yarra River and surrounds, The Glasshouse makes a statement sitting within the heart of the Olympic Park Precinct — the largest sporting precinct in the world.

The venue offers numerous event spaces to choose from, including:

The Event Space: Showcases stunning floor-to-ceiling windows and a vast balcony with sweeping views of Olympic Park Precinct and the Yarra River. Surrounded by glass, guests feel like they are both one with the night sky and part of the celebrations inside The Event Space, making it a truly unique experience for the most memorable occasions.

The Event Space can host up to 500 guests, or with a dance floor included, up to 450 guests. An operable wall divides The Event Space into two spaces for smaller events and breakouts.

Meanwhile, the pre-Event Space offers a welcoming reception area catering for 350 guests cocktail-style or 100 seated. It can be enjoyed as a standalone venue or as a prelude to The Event Space.

The Glasshouse Boardroom comfortably caters for 18 to 24 guests with the option of a private balcony overlooking Olympic Park and Melbourne’s CBD.

Bathed in natural light with views overlooking the Olympic Park Precinct, The Executive Suite can be split by an operable wall, creating The Executive Suite Large Room or The Executive Suite Small Room; the larger catering for 32 people, and the other a comfortable fit for up to 20 – depending on if the event is cocktail style or seated.

To add a little wow-factor, their in-house styling team at The Big Group Creative can transform the space to your desired design, or simply enjoy the modern, minimalist space as is.

The Glasshouse Theatre can be hired for a half day, full day or night hire. With their modern facilities and spacious seating, make an impression at your next screening or corporate event at The Glasshouse Theatre. Maximum capacity is 152 (theatre) and 152 (foyer cocktail).

Image: Glasshouse

Rydges Melbourne

OPENING JULY 2023 | Melbourne now boasts a completely transformed Rydges Melbourne. Located in the heart of the city’s vibrant theatre district, Rydges Melbourne is the gateway to Chinatown and only moments from exclusive Collins Street boutiques, major sporting precincts, Emporium, Melbourne Central and the Bourke Street Mall. 

The 370-room property offers three different accommodation types including 310 king standard rooms, 35 suites and 25 apartments. All rooms feature Rydges signature DreamBeds for an extra dreamy sleep.

Rydges Melbourne suits both corporate conferences and meetings, and incentive groups looking for lashings of luxury in a brilliant location.

The property is home to one of Melbourne's largest conference and event venues following the addition of nine newly created spaces, spanning 1500 sqm across two levels. The additional spaces include a large room that can be converted into three smaller spaces that open onto the newly created Rooftop Terrace. And an expansive outdoor area overlooking Her Majesty's Theatre and Chinatown, delivering a completely new entertainment space to Melbourne.

Rydges Melbourne also features an impressive ballroom space with soaring ceilings of nearly seven metres and state-of-the-art technology AV, perfect for any occasion from a cocktail party to gala dinner.

A new signature restaurant inspired by the hotel's location within Melbourne's Theatre district and will celebrate the theatre of food. Combine this with an outdoor heated rooftop pool where guests can enjoy a pool-side refreshment, this new flagship property has all the bells and whistles for a memorable staff reward trip, conference or gala business event.

Image: Rydges Melbourne

Show Me Melbourne

Show Me Melbourne provides unique and memorable experiences and products designed to cater specifically to the needs of incentive travellers.

Discover the city's best-kept secrets with their hidden bar tours, taking you on a journey through Melbourne's thriving speakeasy scene. Uncover hidden gems and indulge in exquisite cocktails while immersing yourself in the city's vibrant nightlife.

For sports enthusiasts, their hosted AFL experiences and sporting tours offer an extraordinary opportunity to witness the thrill of Australia's beloved game up close. Immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere of a live AFL match or explore behind-the-scenes access to iconic sporting venues.

Whether it's exploring Melbourne's iconic landmarks, embarking on gastronomic adventures, or diving into the city's cultural scene, their team will create a bespoke itinerary for you.

Image: Show Me Melbourne

Neusto Docklands

Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel offers one and two bedroom apartments, a 24 hour reception, gymnasium, housekeeping, free wifi and drycleaning services. Close to Marvel Stadium and Docklands district, Nesuto is a hotel experience with a focus on apartment lifestyle design and comfort.

Dann Event Hire

Dann Event Hire is a fresh and innovative event hire company offering exclusive and unique furniture collections that surpass expectation.

The Dann Event Hire range reflects the latest trends, bringing a bespoke look to any event or celebration. Regarded highly in the industry for their innovative and trend-oriented products, the Dann Event Hire team is passionate about design and regularly develop new and inspiring products that are of the highest quality at competitive prices.

Specialising in contemporary furniture, luxurious furnishings, feature lighting solutions, quality hospitality equipment and marquee infrastructure – their offering will bring that something special to your event.

We are Phoenix

We are Phoenix is a PCO, event and marketing company that just won in two categories at the Meetings & Events Australia Awards for their excellent work.

Their services include:

• Brand experiences, corporate events and incentives
• Conference management and exhibitions
• Boutique and bespoke events
• Virtual events and webinars
• Digital marketing and content creation
• Partner, acquisition and sponsorship management

We are Phoenix have earned their reputation working with some of the most successful brands in Australia and beyond including Afterpay, News Corp, Michelin, Kellogg's, Ford, Australia Post, LiveTiles, IBM, Melbourne University, the World Supercross Championships and the Urban Development Institute of Australia.