Conference Support

Bring your conference to Melbourne

The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) is dedicated to supporting local hosts, international and national associations to bring their conferences to Melbourne - one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in Australia. With staff in six countries and established networks across government, industry and academia, MCB will help achieve your desired outcomes. Working closely with you in the lead up to, during and after your conference, the MCB team provides a suite of services to create compelling bids, ensure your planning process is smooth and the event is attended by the maximum number of delegates.

Business planning

Receive expert support with business cases, budget and risk analysis.

Free bid materials

MCB will produce bid marketing materials such as bid documents, presentations and digital content.

Funding support

Access Victorian State Government Business Events Funding to offset costs (subject to meeting specific criteria).

Support documentation

MCB liaises with government and industry leaders to obtain letters of support.

Conference support from MCB

Hear from clients to see how Melbourne Convention Bureau can support with bidding and conference planning and delivery.

Key local introductions

Access support from industry leaders and Victorian Government Departments, Ministers and Victorian Government Trade and Investment Offices.

Account management

Benefit from a dedicated MCB account manager to receive on-the-ground expert assistance in the lead up to and during your conference in Melbourne.

Event planning support

Get assistance with visas, site inspections, vendor referrals, and local on-the-ground support including advice on Australian government regulations.

Conference promotion

Access to high impact destination promotional tools to generate excitement and encourage attendance for your event.

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Event enquiry

Ready to hold your next event in Melbourne? Make an enquiry and do it with the assistance of MCB.

Why bid

Bidding to host a conference is an exciting and challenging task for any organisation. Not sure where to start? MCB will support you to make it happen.

Key industry strengths

Discover Australia’s largest and fastest growing capital city, boasting a strong economy with a highly skilled workforce and continued investment in key industry sectors including healthcare, technology and education.

Case studies

Gain insight into Melbourne's capabilities to deliver highly successful conference and incentive programs and important legacy outcomes. Learn more.

Plan your conference

Contact [email protected] to learn more about how we can support your conference needs.