Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
CONFERENCE VENUE
The 2026 World Sustainable Built Environment Conference in Melbourne, will take place at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Set on the picturesque Birrarung (Yarra River), the venue is the perfect place to connect, share ideas, learn and celebrate in the heart of the city.
Address
1 Convention Centre Place
South Wharf, VIC
Australia 3006
Contact
General Enquiries:
enquiries@mcec.com.au | +61392358000
GETTING THERE
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Only 25 minutes from Melbourne’s international airport, your short trip into the city centre is quick and easy with options ranging from dedicated Skybus (running express between the Melbourne Airport and Melbourne’s city centre, 24 hours a day, seven days a week) to individual passenger services. The airport accommodates a vast airline network with many direct flights and 24/7 operations and services, offering maximum flexibility for delegates.
If you are flying into Avalon airport the commute to MCEC will take between 40 - 50 minutes. You can catch a taxi from outside your terminal or request an Uber.
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Once in the city, you’ll come to appreciate Melbourne’s grid layout which makes it one of the most convenient cities in the world to navigate. The extensive public transport network offers trams, trains, buses and taxis providing ample options for those wishing to explore the city landmarks, culture, food and wine and events.
TRAM
Tram routes 96, 109 and 12 (Stop 124A Casino/MCEC) will all take you to the Clarendon Street entrance. Otherwise, tram routes 70, 75 and the City Circle (Stop D5) take you to Flinders Street. From there, it’s just a short walk up Clarendon Street until you reach the MCEC. Travel on trams is free in Melbourne's Central Business District and Docklands. All stops within the free zone are clearly marked and tram drivers will make regular announcements when approaching the zone boundaries.
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If you are driving to the Convention Centre, there is an abundance of convenient and secure car parking available. Nearby options include the South Wharf Retail, Siddley St, Freeway and Montague Street car parks.
If you prefer to park on site, Wilson Parking operates a secure underground car park at the Convention Centre that offers a range of flexible rates.
Book online before you visit to ensure you’re guaranteed a great spot
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Taxi ranks are located outside the main entrance to the Centre on Convention Centre Place.
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MCEC is a short stroll across from Southbank and the Melbourne CBD. All amenities are within walking distance, making it ideal to explore the city on foot.
ACCESSIBILITY
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MCEC welcomes assistance animals inside their venue. To provide comfort for both patron and animal, consider booking a wheelchair bay with a carer seat due to limited space between seating rows.
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Meeting rooms within the Convention Centre are equipped with TTA Hearing Assisted telephones and hearing devices available for hire at no cost. Contact the Customer Service team at
or email
to book.
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Braille is provided on all room door signage and fixed directional signage throughout the venue. MCEC is guide dog friendly, welcoming registered assistance dogs into all areas of the building.
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Accessible toilets, ramps, and lifts are available throughout the venue
There is accessible parking at the Exhibition Centre Basement Car Park with lift access up to Door 1, 6 and 10 in Exhibition Centre.
There are limited wheelchairs available for day loans, with wider wheelchairs available if needed.
To arrange wheelchair hire, contact the Customer Service team at +61 3 9235 8000 or email enquiries@mcec.com.au.
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Contact ASN Events to arrange an accessible seat, as on-the-day arrangements may not be possible.
In theatres, wider seats are available for use and are typically placed in accessible wheelchair spaces.
Please visit the Customer Service desk on arrival to arrange seating.
MCEC and the Environment
The Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre (MCEC) has been chosen, in part, due to their robust and evolving sustainability focus. There are a range of policies in place to address and mitigate where possible the environmental impact of large scale events such as WHSMelbourne2024. Below are just a few of the policies they have in place:
Pathway to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030
Maintain EarthCheck Gold Certification (achieved in 2022 and exceeded target with Platinum Certification in 2023)
Transition to renewable energy (target of 100% renewable electricity by 2028)
Prioritise local ethical sustainable suppliers
Water conservation (in 2022, consumed approximately half the potable water than the region leader)
Waste diversion (diverted 26,000 single use coffee cups from landfill in 2023 thanks to a new reusable coffee cup program)
Contribution to net increase in biodiversity, habitats and ecosystems health in Victoria
Click the button below for more information on MCEC’s website regarding their sustainability policy and the details of their environmental impact studies