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The CHIA Vic biennial conference highlights new ideas in social housing, tackles the challenges in policy and delivery, and showcases leading practice in housing management.
The two-day, sector-leading conference is an exciting opportunity to hear from industry experts and thought leaders in community housing. The event is packed with policy insights, networking opportunities, as well as practical training, ensuring you stay ahead of the issues, opportunities, latest research and trends in the sector.
Date: 1-2 April, 2025
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
The conference offers:
Leading practice stream – a cost- and time-efficient way to upskill staff
The 2025 conference brings back our signature leading practice stream. This stream is designed for frontline staff and offers a range of professional development to manage operational issues and improve their everyday practice.
Becoming a sponsor or exhibitor provides a valuable opportunity for your organisation to network with key players in the community housing sector, as well as stakeholders in state and local government, social services, academia and more. It offers you the chance to advertise your services, promote partnerships and show your support for the sector.
To find out about the packages available, please request the prospectus using the link below. We can also tailor a range of sponsorship packages and entitlements for your organisation. Please check your junk mail if you do not receive the confirmation email.
Ready to apply?
To secure your sponsorship or exhibition space, please complete the online application form below.
We will be in touch shortly with further information. We will generate an invoice once your sponsorship application is approved.
For more information on sponsorship and exhibition opportunities, please contact:
Regina Wadds
Think Business Events
T: +61 3 8658 4054
E: reginaw@thinkbusinessevents.com.au or chiavic@thinkbusinessevents.com.au
Before you register, please read the Terms and Conditions, including our cancellation and reimbursement policy.
All rates are in Australian dollars (AUD$) and inclusive of GST.
1-Day Conference Registration Inclusions
Payment
The payment of registration fees is by credit card or bank deposit at the time of booking. From 1 March 2025, only payment made by credit card will be accepted.
A registration is considered complete when full payment is received by the Conference Organiser.
The Australian goods and services tax (GST) at 10% is applicable to all goods and services offered by the Conference. All registration fees listed include GST.
The Melbourne Cricket Ground is located on Brunton Avenue in Richmond, just to the east of Melbourne’s CBD.
The CHIA Vic conference will be held in the Olympic Stand which is on Level 2 of the MCG.
For those arriving on foot, please enter the MCG via Gate 3 and take the escalators or lifts 9/10/11 to Level 2 and follow the directional signage to the conference rooms.
For those arriving by taxi, the drop-off point is at Jolimont Street & Jolimont Terrace . From here you can walk to Gate 3.
The MCG is easily accessible by public transport, and we recommend this as the best option for getting to the venue.
Train
There are two train stations close to the MCG, Jolimont and Richmond.
Tram
Three tram routes provide access to the MCG.
Bus
Bus route 246 stops on Punt Road, close to the MCG.
This bus route runs between La Trobe University and Elsternwick Station.
By car
Enter the MCG carpark via Entrance A off Brunton Avenue. Park near lifts 9/10/11 (red lift wall), then ascend to Level 2 and follow the directional signage to the various function rooms.
Eastern Plaza Car Park (at Melbourne & Olympic Parks which is next to the MCG). Take entrance D off Olympic Boulevard. We recommend pre-booking as drive-up spaces are subject to availability. $7.50 all-day parking (non-event days). Approximately a 10min walk across to Gate 3 at the MCG. https://prebook.mopt.vic.gov.au/en/
Pickup and drop-off point for the MCG is at Jolimont Street & Jolimont Terrace. From here you can walk to Gate 3 and take the escalators or lifts 9/10/11 to Level 2.
Our accommodation services are managed by OzAccom+, who have negotiated discounted pricing for the CHIA Vic 2025 conference delegates.
All the selected hotels are easily accessible to the MCG and provide a comfortable stay for delegates. To secure your conference accommodation, please click on the button below.
For direct accommodation enquiries, please contact OzAccom+ on 1800 814 611 (Australian Toll Free) or +61 7 3854 1611 or email ozaccom@ozaccom.com.au
CHIA Vic 2025 Conference Office
Think Business Events
Phone: +61 3 9417 1350