Melbourne Press Club

Jon Faine: A true tall tale

MPC Event

The pitch for Jon Faine’s new book reads more like a work of fiction than a biography.

Faine: ABC Needs More Mongrel, More Money

MPC Event

Retiring ABC broadcaster in conversation with Mary Gearin

Faine & Smith - Talkback titans go head to head

MPC Event

In their very first public appearance together on stage, the ABC's Jon Faine and 3AW's Justin Smith talk about the art of broadcasting, how they hold politicians to account and how they're adapting to the digital age.

Defamation law reform: where next?

MPC Event

It’s been two years since significant reforms to Australian defamation law. In this seminar, which builds on a forum in 2022, experts on law reform, defamation and journalism reflect on how the laws are working, and what further reforms are needed.

2022 Lifetime Achievement Award

Jon Faine has been awarded the 2022 Lifetime Achievement award

There was much to celebrate in 2022

As we come to the end of the Melbourne Press Club’s 50th year, we celebrate our heritage while continuing our work advancing and advocating for Victorian media.