MELBOURNE TO HOST VICTORIA’S LARGEST CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN EXPO
More than 10,000 industry leaders will attend Melbourne’s major construction and design expo this October.
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Melbourne will host a powerhouse of innovation and industry this October with the launch of the Melbourne Build 2025 Expo, a landmark two-day event.
Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on October 23 and 24, the expo will bring together more than 10,000 professionals from across the construction ecosystem, including architects, developers, civil engineers, housebuilders and government representatives.
Billed as Victoria’s biggest Festival of Construction, the show will feature over 175 exhibitors and 300 high-calibre speakers across six conference stages and 12 themed summits.
Already confirmed are industry leaders from firms including Cox Architecture, AECOM, Woods Bagot, WSP, Metro Trains Melbourne, and the Suburban Rail Loop Authority, alongside key figures such as the Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Nicholas Reece and Anna Cronin, CEO of the Victorian Building Authority.
From the Architect’s Hub, showcasing 3D models and project displays, to CPD-accredited workshops and the expansive Government Hub, the event promises insight into the technologies, policies and projects shaping the future of the built environment in Victoria and beyond.
But Melbourne Build isn’t just about business. With a curated lineup of DJs, live performances, and celebrity appearances, the event has its sights firmly set on creating an energetic and immersive experience.
Dedicated networking events will be co-hosted by major industry bodies, including Master Builders Victoria and the Australian Smart Communities Association, alongside landmark gatherings for Women in Construction and Diversity in Construction.
Exhibitors span every corner of the industry, from heavyweights like Lendlease, Hickory, Arup, CBRE, and Mirvac, to ambitious developers and designers shaping the next wave of urban development.
Presented by global expo leader Oliver Kinross, whose portfolio includes international events in London, New York and Sydney, Melbourne Build is poised to set a new benchmark for construction expos in Australia.
Kanebridge News is proud to be an official partner of the Melbourne Build Expo 2025.
Interested in exhibiting at Victoria’s largest construction and design show? Get in touch today at here and check out www.melbournebuildexpo.com/exhibit
Interested in attending as a visitor? Register your free tickets today here
22nd Oct (Wed): 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
23rd Oct (Thurs): 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
Venue: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) – 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC 3006
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Police, paramedics, firefighters and the public will walk from Newcastle to Penrith this September for World Suicide Prevention Day.
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NSW schools, gyms, 000 services and the public are being called on to lace up for Steps for the Love of Living, a four-day, 200km walk from Newcastle to Penrith held in honour of World Suicide Prevention Day.
The walk will draw star power as well as solidarity: legendary MMA fighter and former WIBA and WBF world champion boxer Arlene Blencowe, known as “The Aussie Girl ‘Angerfist'” and a respected youth mentor, will join the walk’s final leg from Parramatta to Penrith.
She’ll be joined by five-time Olympian and diving icon Melissa Wu, Ambassador for the Step Into Action Foundation.
The walk runs from September 10 to 13, beginning on World Suicide Prevention Day itself, and starts at Newcastle’s McDonald Jones Stadium before finishing at Penrith Showground.
It’s a joint initiative between The Australian Man Cave Support Group Inc and the Step Into Action Foundation, two organisations working on the frontline of suicide prevention in NSW.
The Australian Man Cave provides a safe, non-judgmental space for men to speak openly, with a focus on reducing the rate of male suicide, while Step Into Action concentrates on youth suicide prevention through resilience-building and early-intervention programs.
This year’s event also features a friendly inter-service challenge between NSW Police, NSW Ambulance, Fire & Rescue NSW, SES, Surf Life Saving NSW and the Rural Fire Service, who’ll compete to walk the furthest and raise the most for suicide-prevention initiatives.
“This walk is about hope, connection, and standing together,” said Lou Greco, President and Co-Founder of The Australian Man Cave Support Group Inc. “Every step taken is a step toward saving a life.”
Leading the charge is Chris Barton, Founder of the Step Into Action Foundation and a long-distance walking adventurer, who is taking on the full 200km route.
He’ll be joined for part of the way by the “Bakery Brothers”, Tyson Pedro and Rama Pattison, who are trading in punches and pastries for kilometres, walking the full distance alongside Chris.
How to get involved
The event is open to everyone, not just those able to walk the full distance. Participants can:
- Walk the full 200km from Newcastle to Penrith
- Join for a single day or section of the route
- Take part virtually from anywhere in Australia — at school, the gym, work or in the local community, logging kilometres through walking, running, rowing, cycling or treadmill sessions
000 services can enter as teams for the inter-service challenge, and schools and gyms are encouraged to form their own teams to complete the distance collectively.
Funds raised will go towards mental health first aid training, crisis response support, community outreach programs, support services for at-risk men and families, and youth suicide awareness and prevention programs.
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among Australian men and young people. Both organisations say the walk is about ensuring no one feels alone in their struggle.
To register or find out more, visit stepsforloveofliving.com.au.
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