2026 events

Westside Stories Business, Politics and Community Summit

01 October 2026

It's growing faster than many other parts of the country. It's got history, diversity and energy, but just how much do we really understand about what makes Melbourne's western suburbs such a vibrant part of our city?

The Edit: Footy journalism at 7NEWS

15 September 2026

Hear from 7NEWS presenter Rebecca Maddern, chief football reporter Mitch Cleary and meet other members of 7NEWS team from on-air and off-air.

Masterclass: Business Reporting

09 September 2026

From the outside, the world of business can look remote and inaccessible. It has its own language, and often, its own rules. So how do journalists crack that code? How do they find the stories and make them relevant and engaging?

The Devils in the Detail

10 September 2026

With the Tassie Devils football teams set to enter the AFL in 2028, and interest in the club reaching fever pitch since the ABC's satirical TV series on the club's formation Ground Up, everyone wants to hear what CEO Brendan Gale has planned next.

Corruption Uncovered: Media, Power and Stability in the Asia-Pacific

16 July 2026

Join AIIA Victoria, in partnership with the Melbourne Press Club, for a panel discussion featuring Chris Ives, Tess McGuire and James Oaten, with moderator Michael Bachelard.

2026 MPC Winter Warmer

24 June 2026

At the Melbourne Press Club’s first Winter Warmer event, you could win a four-night stay at the glorious Sundays resort on Hamilton Island.

The Edit: How to survive and thrive in your first five years

02 June 2026

There are a few key skills you should have under your belt as an early-career journalist. Our panel will share the advice they wish they received in the first five years on the job.

Webinar: Fighting the court order

28 April 2026

In this special webinar, we bring together experienced metro court reporters Ashley Argoon of the Herald Sun and Erin Pearson, of The Age, along with seasoned media lawyer Justin Quill, for a not-to-be missed discussion that will help reporters across Victoria prepare for courtroom challenges.

2026 State Budget Lunch with Jaclyn Symes MP

06 May 2026

Join us for one of Victoria’s most anticipated business events – the State Budget Lunch – proudly presented by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Melbourne Press Club.

Public Journalism in Crisis

03 March 2026

Public interest journalism relies on access to information, to ensure powerful institutions and individuals are held to account. But there are now important questions being raised in Victoria about the barriers to news reporting.

The Edit | Pitch perfect: how to sell before you tell

04 March 2026

How do you pitch an idea for a story to an editor, a chief of staff or even to the person you want to interview for the story?

31st Quill Awards Dinner

20 March 2026

Join us at Crown Palladium on Friday 20 March 2026 to celebrate the announcement of 30 individual Quill Award winners, as well as our Perkin, Wendt, Gordon and student awards.

2026 events

2026 events

Westside Stories Business, Politics and Community Summit

The Edit: Footy journalism at 7NEWS

Masterclass: Business Reporting

The Devils in the Detail

Corruption Uncovered: Media, Power and Stability in the Asia-Pacific

2026 MPC Winter Warmer

The Edit: How to survive and thrive in your first five years

Webinar: Fighting the court order

2026 State Budget Lunch with Jaclyn Symes MP

Public Journalism in Crisis

The Edit | Pitch perfect: how to sell before you tell

31st Quill Awards Dinner

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