MEA announces new Chair and Board Directors

The announcement was made following an election ballot held at the association’s AGM earlier this week.

25 November, 2021

NSW Government awards scholarships to aspiring regional event managers

In partnership with MEA, the State Government will provide Diploma of Event Management scholarships to 20 aspiring event managers across regional NSW.

9 November, 2021

Smarten up with these expert-led webinars

Curb lockdown boredom with webinars and virtual workshops that will keep you ahead of the game.

17 August, 2021

MEA pushes ‘Evolve’ conference to 2022

“The best option is to reschedule Evolve to a time when immunised population target levels are expected.”

17 August, 2021

MEA announces changes to Evolve program

The industry event has been forced to adapt to the latest restrictions.

22 July, 2021

Get to know MEA’s new CEO, Peter McDonald

Spice quizzed the new CEO on future plans, the importance of education and his most memorable event.

1 July, 2021

Meetings & Events Australia announces new CEO

The new CEO brings strong senior leadership experience to the role.

24 June, 2021

MEA and Events Uncovered team up for The Breakfast Club

The new networking breakfast will kick off the industry’s long-running events expo.

1 June, 2021

Applications open for young event professional scholarships

The program is now in its 17th year.

19 May, 2021

MEA Evolve conference heads to Melbourne in 2021

The annual event will also feature satellite events in Sydney and Brisbane, plus a virtual component.

11 May, 2021

MEA Awards 2020: Everything you need to know

A number of changes have been made to simplify the entry process.

2 December, 2020

Exclusive: Melbourne event sector ‘crying out’ for support

As restrictions begin to ease, MEA chair Kate Smith is hoping the government will turn its attention to “the many requests from the event sector”.

29 October, 2020

How to get involved in the MEA Mentor Program

Get in quick – registrations close this week.

15 October, 2020

Robyn Johnson resigns as CEO of MEA

The industry has taken to social media to share its reaction to the news.

5 October, 2020

Five reasons why you should attend MEA Evolve this week

Did we mention an Aussie comedian as the MC?

14 July, 2020

MEA Evolve conference goes virtual

The online event will feature a full-day program of speakers, a wellness hub and networking opportunities.

9 June, 2020

MEA Award recipients react to major wins

The winning teams and individuals share their reactions to receiving the industry accolades.

2 June, 2020

‘We’ll meet again’: MEA CEO Robyn Johnson

Johnson says interaction between people will be critical to rebuilding businesses.

25 May, 2020

MEA makes team changes, reviews structure

CEO Robyn Johnson said she is devastated by the decision to let go of two team members amid the COVID-19 crisis.

18 March, 2020

Call for government to declare events safe despite COVID-19

The event industry has called on the government to make a public statement declaring it is safe to hold events.

10 March, 2020