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The Venue

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is the world’s first and only ‘Six Star Green Star’ environmentally rated convention centre, and represents best practice in sustainability, design features, versatility and innovation. The MCEC continuously raises standards to new heights in technology and green initiatives, and challenges traditional venue catering and service options.

Location

Integrated with the Hilton Melbourne South Wharf Hotel (396 rooms/5 star)
Nestled on the Yarra River amongst the emerging inner-city South Wharf precinct (European and high-end local shopping brands, cafés, restaurants and bars)
Within easy walking distance of Melbourne’s world class restaurants, hotels, shopping and entertainment precincts
20 minute drive from the international airport

Capacities

52 meeting rooms of various sizes (from 60 delegates theatre style to 2,304 delegates theatre style)
Over 30,000 square metres of exhibition space
Flexible plenary – total capacity of 5500+ with tiered seating which splits into three acoustically separate auditoriums for 1500, 1500 and 2500 delegates
Banquet room – 1500 banquet style, 2304 theatre style

Green and Sustainable

Accredited at Bronze Level by EarthCheck, a global certification recognising the success of sustainability initiatives
The venue’s sustainable design, operational features and green event options ensure the comfort of visitors and protection of the environment go hand-in-hand
Green event options include waste and water, paper and printing, energy, travel, and ensuring decreased food miles, with produce and wine sourced locally from across Victoria

Audio Visual and Technology

The MCEC offers free wireless internet - a first for any convention centre in Australia
State-of-the-art audio visual, communications and information technology installed in every meeting room of the MCEC
Easy to use and highly intuitive ‘intelligent lectern’ which controls the room’s lighting, sound, and data projection in the convention centre – the ultimate in self-management

Food and Wine

Creative in-house menus use sustainable local Victorian produce, matched with hand-selected regional wines
The MCEC chefs tailor menus to the needs of your specific event – regardless of the size - using fresh, local and seasonal ingredients

Why the MCEC is the Right Choice for the 2017 Congress

All-in-one Congress venue – MCEC’s plenary, meeting rooms and exhibition bays offer unprecedented flexibility. They are all located under one roof and all within a few minutes walk of each other, reducing the time required between sessions.
State-of-the-art technology – MCEC provides a range of sophisticated audio-visual and technical convention facilities that surpass world’s best practice.
Standard audio-visual included in venue hire – All rooms at the Convention Centre are equipped with standard audio-visual equipment, such as projector, screen and intelligent lecterns.
Free Wi-Fi
Central location – Superbly located on the Yarra River, the MCEC is located within minutes walk of hotels, restaurants, shopping and tourist attractions. It is also easily accessible by public transportation.
Convenient accommodation – 5 star accommodation attached to the MCEC (Hilton) or within a 5 minute walking distance.
Sustainability – With a 6 Star Green Star environmental rating, the venue’s sustainable design, operational features and green event options ensure the comfort of delegates and protection of the environment.
Award-winning food and wine – MCEC chefs tailor personalised menus specific to the event, catering for any dietary equipment, prepared fresh on site using locally-sourced produce.