Acknowledgement of Country

The Melbourne Innovation Districts (MID) acknowledges the people of the Woi Wurrung and Boon Wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of MID.

MID respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. MID also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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Current & upcoming MID events

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Shaping the future of our cities: focus on Melbourne
6 May

Shaping the future of our cities: focus on Melbourne

1-3:00pm

Urbis Melbourne

In November 2024, Urbis released the results of their biennial City Leaders Survey, offering valuable insights from over 200 senior executives. The survey highlights the...
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M2050 Summit
9 May

M2050 Summit

9-5:00pm

Melbourne Town Hall

How will Melbourne look in 2050? We’re inviting hundreds of Melburnians – including residents, businesses and students – to help City of Melbourne shape the future of our...
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Victoria State Budget address 2025
23 May

Victoria State Budget address 2025

12-2:00pm

Park Hyatt Melbourne

Hear from Treasurer Symes as she breaks down the 2025 State Budget, offering insights into the Government’s policy and investment priorities while addressing post-budget analysis....

Past MID events

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Values diffusion: How Toll Group is making sustainability stick
16 Apr 2025

Values diffusion: How Toll Group is making sustainability stick

5-7:30pm

University of Melbourne

Amid growing global urgency around sustainability, enterprises remain both significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions and powerful engines for positive change. Yet top-down efforts alone—such...
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Melbourne Conversations: Future Proofing Green Spaces
27 Mar 2025

Melbourne Conversations: Future Proofing Green Spaces

6-7:15pm

The Edge, Federation Square

Imagine a future where Melbourne’s green spaces thrive, adapting to the challenges of a changing climate while fostering biodiversity, vibrant public spaces, and cultural connection....
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Vic Power Start | Growing Australia’s Medtech Manufacturing Sector
27 Mar 2025

Vic Power Start | Growing Australia’s Medtech Manufacturing Sector

7-9:00am

RMIT University

Australia’s advanced manufacturing in the health sector, particularly in medical technology and medical devices, shows significant growth potential. It has been estimated that the RNA...
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Think 3000 – ‘Think What’s Next’
20 Mar 2025

Think 3000 – ‘Think What’s Next’

9-6:00pm

RMIT University

Think 3000 is RMIT’s groundbreaking platform for thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Join us for inspiring talks, Q&As, and hands-on workshops exploring the future of...
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Retro-Fitting Urban Precincts: Creating Liveable Post-Carbon Communities
19 Mar 2025

Retro-Fitting Urban Precincts: Creating Liveable Post-Carbon Communities

4-5:30pm

RMIT University

Join RMIT’s Post-Carbon Research Centre for a panel discussion exploring the importance of retrofitting precincts. What changes to planning and building systems would enable better...
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RMIT Addresses the Skills Crisis with Innovative Education Models
19 Mar 2025

RMIT Addresses the Skills Crisis with Innovative Education Models

2-5:00pm

RMIT University

Connect with the education sector including RMIT leaders, industry partners and government, and learn more about the current industry-immersed learning opportunities at RMIT, what this...

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