CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS FOR
THE FUTURE OF OUR CITY.
19 - 21 October 2026.
The Edge, Fed Square.
TICKETS
Early Bird offer is now live!
Enjoy 20% off all full-price pass options for a limited time.
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Simply enter your unique subscriber code (sent via email or accessible via The Age Subscriber Centre) at checkout.
$140
EARLY BIRD PRICE
$112
OTHER PRICING OPTIONS
The Age Subscriber Price $98
Monday 19 October
6:30pm - 8:00pm
DAY 1 PASS
Kick off the inaugural Melbourne Assembly with an exclusive headline session presented by The Age.
Includes full access to the Opening Night 'In Conversation' featuring global leaders former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio and 15-minute city pioneer Professor Carlos Moreno, along with a major address from incoming University of Melbourne
Vice-Chancellor Professor Carolyn Evans.
Please note: This pass does not include access to Days 2 & 3 or the Melbourne Assembly Networking Drinks.
Tuesday 20 October & Wednesday 21 October
9:00am - 5:00pm
Full access to all morning and afternoon mainstage sessions across two high-impact days of keynotes, panel debates, and audience Q&As. Explore four core themes driving Melbourne's future including 'Shaping the City', 'Innovation & Education', 'Healthy Places & People' and 'Sport & The Arts'.
Includes catering across both days.
Please note: This pass does not include access to Day 1 or the Melbourne Assembly Networking Drinks.
OTHER PRICING OPTIONS
The Age Subscriber Price $661.50
Monday 19 October
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday 20 October & Wednesday 21 October
9:00am - 5:00pm
FULL ACCESS PASS
The complete Melbourne Assembly experience. Unlocks all 3 days of high-level programming — from the Opening Night headline event with Bill de Blasio, Professor Carlos Moreno, and incoming Vice-Chancellor Professor Carolyn Evans, through all four core conference themes across Days 2 and 3.
Includes catering across Days 2 & 3.
Please note: This pass includes entry to the Melbourne Assembly Networking Drinks.
EARLY BIRD PRICE
$820
$1025
OTHER PRICING OPTIONS
The Age Subscriber Price $717.50
Tuesday 20 October, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
MELBOURNE ASSEMBLY
NETWORKING DRINKS
Presented by
Join fellow attendees and speakers for an evening of drinks, light canapés, and valuable networking. Entry is included with a Full Access Pass. This event can also be purchased as a standalone ticket or as an add-on to a Day 1 or Days 2 & 3 Pass.
$95.00
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Ticketing policy
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Tickets are sold on a strictly no-refund and no-exchange basis. Refunds will not be issued if you are unable to attend, are refused entry, or are evicted from the venue. Refunds are only issued as required by Australian Consumer Law or if the event is officially cancelled by the organisers.
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In the event The Age cancels Melbourne Assembly due to unforeseen circumstances (including venue issues or public health restrictions), ticket holders will be notified promptly via email. You will receive a full refund - including all transaction fees - processed back to your original payment method within six weeks. Please note that The Age is unable to cover any independent travel or accommodation costs.
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