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Venue and travel

The 2026 MFAA National Conference will be held at Centrepiece Melbourne Park which is nestled between Rod Laver Arena and Kia Arena in the Melbourne & Olympic Parks precinct. Centrepiece is a premium event venue located just minutes from Melbourne's CBD.

Quick Facts

  • Venue: Centrepiece, Melbourne Park
  • Conference: 22 July
  • 10 minutes from CBD
  • Multiple public transport options
  • Awards: Crown Melbourne
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Getting to Centrepiece

Car

Parking is available at Centrepiece Premium Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard), located next to the venue. Additional parking is available at the Eastern Multi Level Car Park. Spaces are limited, pre-booking is recommended by midnight the night before.

Public Transport

The easiest way to travel. Melbourne Park is a 10-minute walk from the CBD via Birrarung Marr or Tanderrum Bridge, with frequent public transport services nearby.

Rideshare and Taxi

A free 15-minute drop-off is available at Centrepiece Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard). A secondary rideshare drop-off and pick-up point is located outside John Cain Arena.

Accommodation

Whether you stay in the CBD or nearby suburbs, Centrepiece is within walking distance of a range of hotels and serviced apartments, or a short trip by public transport. With easy access via walking trails, bike paths and transport links, there are plenty of accommodation options to choose from.

The conference and awards are held at different venues. Allow travel time between Centrepiece and Crown Melbourne on the evening of 22 July.

Pullman Melbourne on Park

A 15 minute walk to Centrepiece, this hotel is on the threshold of Melbourne’s business, dining, sports and cultural precincts. 

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Adina Melbourne on Flinders

A 15 minute walk to Centrepiece, this apartment hotel lets you immerse yourself in the city’s bustling laneways and small bars.

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Mantra on Jolimont

A 13 minute walk to Centrepiece, request a high floor to make the most of the views overlooking the city and Treasury Gardens.

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Crown Melbourne

Venue of the National Excellence Awards. Discounted rates can be accessed by signing up to Crown Direct and searching for your dates.

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