EXHIBITOR INFORMATION - MELBOURNE 2026
Welcome to National Education Summit Melbourne 2026 Exhibitor Information
Thank you for being part of National Education Summit Melbourne. Your participation plays an important role in bringing together educators, school leaders, education professionals, and partners from across the sector to connect, collaborate, and share ideas that shape the future of education. We greatly appreciate your support in helping make this event a valuable and successful experience for all involved.
To assist you in planning and preparing for your stand, we have compiled key information and resources. These details are designed to help ensure a smooth and successful experience for you and your team throughout the event. If you have any questions regarding the expo or your exhibitor arrangements, please feel free to contact us at educationadmin@ie-group.com.au
ORGANISERS CONTACT DETAILS
Jade Williams
Event Coordinator
T: 03 9596 9205
E: educationadmin@ie-group.com.au
Sam Palermo
Event Director
T: 03 9596 9205
E: sam@ie-group.com.au
Kate Lethbridge
Sales Executive
T: 03 9596 9205
E: kate.lethbridge@ie-group.com.au
Margo Metcalf
Creative Director
T: 03 9596 9205
E: margo@ie-group.com.au
VENUE DETAILS
Entrance – Door 18
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
1 Convention Centre Place
SOUTH WHARF VIC 3006
EVENT DATES
Friday 4 September 2026 9am – 4pm
Move-In Schedule
- Wednesday, 2 September 2026 | 12:00pm – 6:00pm
- Thursday, 3 September 2026 | 7:00am – 8:00am
Exhibitor access and final stand completion. Please ensure all displays and stand set-up are completed by 8:00am.
Move-Out Schedule
- Friday, 4 September 2026 | 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Exhibitor Move-Out
All products, displays, and stand materials must be removed from the venue by 6:00pm on Friday, 4 September 2026.
Any items remaining after this time will be deemed abandoned and disposed of at the Exhibitor’s expense.
EXHIBITOR FORM DEADLINES
| TASK / FORMS | DEADLINE |
|---|---|
| Exhibitor Promotion & Social Media Form | ASAP |
| Show Guide Listing Form | Friday 7 August |
| Exhibitor Catering Form | Friday 7 August |
| Trestle Table Package Order Form | Friday 7 August |
| Upload Public Liability Insurance | Friday 7 August |
| Show App Prize Draw Form | Friday 7 August |
| Exhibitor Badges | Friday 21 August |
ONLINE EXHIBITOR BRIEFING
We invite you to attend our Online Exhibitor Briefing on Wednesday 22 July 2026 at 4:00pm (AEST) This 30-minute session will provide key event information, preparation details, and an opportunity to ask question to help you make the most of your participation. While not compulsory, attendance is strongly recommended. The session will be recorded for later viewing.
You will receive an email closer to the date with registration details for the online exhibitor briefing.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Our marketing and public relations team is always on the lookout for new things to publicise. Let us know about your new products or services by contacting Darshana Amarsi on tel 03 9596 9205 or email darshana.amarsi@iecgroup.com.au
We may use the information you supply in several mediums, including media releases, newspaper editorial, Visitor marketing, through websites, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter plus much more.
FREE MARKETING TOOLS
To maximise your investment, be sure to promote your participation at the Show. Invite and encourage your current and potential clients to visit your stand by using some of the FREE marketing tools for Exhibitors.
OFFICIAL SHOW GUIDE
Every Exhibitor booked and confirmed in the Event prior to Friday 7 August 2026 will receive a free listing in the Event Guide. To ensure you are listed correctly please complete the online compulsory form in your Online Exhibitor Portal. If we do not receive any information your listing will default to a past listing, or the details noted on your Stand Agreement.
EVENT APP – BUILT TO GENERATE SALES LEADS
The Event App allows you to scan delegate details onsite, qualify leads and add notes, with all data saved in the Exhibitor Portal for download after the event. Login details will be issued on Thursday 30 April 2026, with further information provided closer to the event.
PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
All Exhibitors must hold Public Liability Insurance with a minimum cover of AUD $20 million. This can usually be arranged by extending your existing policy through your insurance broker. If you do not hold appropriate coverage, please contact educationadmin@ie-group.com.au to discuss available options.
EXHIBITOR CATERING
Ordering catering is optional. If you choose not to place a catering order, the venue café located at the back of the hall will be open on the show floor from 8:30am to 3:30pm each day.
Exhibitors will have received a personalised link to order catering via the Exhibitor Catering Order Form. Catering includes morning tea and lunch and will be served in the conference catering area located at the back of the exhibition hall.
Please note, if catering has already been included as part of your stand agreement or sponsorship package, there is no need to place an additional order. In these cases, our team will provide you with a catering code to use when submitting your allocation.
If you have any questions regarding exhibitor catering, please contact the team at educationadmin@ie-group.com.au.
Alternatively, additional furniture and stand accessories can be ordered directly through ExpoNet, the official stand builder for the event. ExpoNet offers a full range of furniture, display items and exhibition services to support your stand requirements.
SCAM WARNING
Unfortunately, the exhibition industry has been the target of scam emails for some time. It has recently been brought to our attention emails are still being sent to some Exhibitors regarding the “Attendees List” for the upcoming Show.
A reminder to please not engage with anyone who sends emails of this nature. These companies go onto our show websites to find our exhibitor list. They then google each company and contact you individually, giving false information about the number of contacts they have, the type of data they have for these contacts and how much it costs you to get this data. Please note that IEC Group keep all data (including your information) extremely confidential and especially wouldn’t release data for monetary value.
If you are ever unsure, please do not hesitate to contact us on on tel 03 9596 9205 or email educationadmin@ie-group.com.au
FAQs
Refer to your Stand Agreement for your stand dimensions or contact the Organiser via educationadmin@ie-group.com.au
Refer to your Stand Agreement for details of your stand type or contact the Organiser via educationadmin@ie-group.com.au
ExpoNet is the official Stand Builder. If you require additional lighting, power or furniture, complete the relevant section/s in ExpoNet’s online exhibitor kit. Alternatively, you can contact their Exhibitor Services Department on tel 02 9645 7000 or esd@exponet.com.au
There is limited storage available for Exhibitors. Each Exhibitor is responsible for making their own arrangements for storage. Exhibitors may not leave boxes and packing material in their exhibition display area during the Show. If you require onsite storage, please contact Colin Smith from GEL Events on tel 1300 013 533 or email colin@gelevents.com.au Charges apply.
Badges will be available for collection from the Registration Desk during Move In on Wednesday 2 September 2026. To order your badges please go to your Exhibitor Badge Portal.
If you require a forklift, please fill out the online quote request form or contact Colin Smith from GEL Events on tel 1300 013 533 or email colin@gelevents.com.au Charges apply.
To arrange a Café Account Card please fill out the account card form or stand catering please fill out the exhibitor catering form or contact the Venue on tel 03 9235 8110 or email exservices@mcec.com.au.
All orders must be finalised at least 7 business days prior to the event.
All stands will be cleaned for the opening of the Show, free of charge. If you would like to arrange additional stand cleaning during Expo days, please email educationadmin@iecgroup.com.au. Charges apply.
A limited Wi‐Fi internet service is available free of charge at the Venue and can be accessed via the MCEC login page after agreeing to a set of terms and conditions.
For an upgraded internet service please fill out the venue internet form or contact the MCEC Exhibitor Services team on tel 03 9235 8110 or email exservices@mcec.com.au. Fees apply.
All orders must be finalised at least 7 business days prior to the event.
You must organise this service prior to Move In to avoid delays onsite.
Wilson Parking offers secure underground parking with flexible rates at the Exhibition Centre. Accessible parking is also available, with lift access to Doors 1, 6 and 10.
To secure your parking spot, book online with Wilson Parking.
Additional parking options are available at the South Wharf Retail Car Park, Siddeley Street Car Park, Freeway Car Park and Montague Street Car Park.
More Information can be found here