We are excited to invite valued partners to the YSAS Conference 2026 on Wed 19th of August
This conference brings together practitioners, leaders, lived and living experience voices, and partners to share what is making a measurable difference right now.
Expect honest conversations, practical insights, and a clear focus on strengthening how we respond to complexity. Whether you are on the frontline, leading teams, or shaping systems, this is a critical opportunity to connect, challenge thinking, and move practice forward.
Honouring Our Work brings the sector together to focus on what truly matters, practice that works. For those committed to improving outcomes for young people, this is a conversation not to be missed.
Key Information
Venue Facilities & Accessibility
The MCEC has a fantastic accessibility guide with pictures, descriptions and access information here: Accessibility Features.
Pages 6 to 21 describe the Melbourne Convention Centre, which are the areas we will be in.
Public Transport
Our event will be held in the Clarendon Rooms, so please head to the Clarendon St entrance.
We highly recommend arriving early at 8:45 am to register and find a good spot. We also strongly recommend using public transport, as parking can be very limited in the city.
Train:
The nearest station is Southern Cross Station, part of the City Loop and approximately a 10–12-minute flat walk from MCEC. Trams are also available from the station for a short ride to the venue. Southern Cross Station is fully accessible, with lifts, ramps and accessible toilets.
Tram:
Several tram routes stop directly outside MCEC on Clarendon Street at the Casino/MCEC/Clarendon St stop, including routes 96, 109 and 12. Additional routes (48 and 70) stop nearby at South Wharf, a short walk across Seafarers Bridge. All services use low‑floor, wheelchair‑accessible trams.
Click here for more information on planning your route Plan Your Visit | Access Our Visitor information | MCEC
Driving and parking
There is no public on‑site parking at MCEC.
Wilson Parking – Exhibition Centre – Accessible parking with lift access up to Door 1, 6 and 10 in the Exhibition Centre.
Nearby options include:
DFO South Wharf Car Park (20 Convention Centre Place) – Closest option, directly adjacent to MCEC
Crown Casino Multi‑Level Car Parks (8 Whiteman Street) – Large capacity, 5–10 minute walk
Secure Parking – 522 Flinders Lane – Approximately 10–15 minute walk
Wilson Parking – Southern Cross Station – Convenient for those entering via the freeway
Nearby Accommodation
- Novotel Melbourne South Wharf – 4‑star hotel at 7 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf (connected to MCEC). Average rate: $170–$200 per night.
- Pan Pacific Melbourne – 5‑star hotel at 2 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf (direct internal access to MCEC). Average rate: $190–$230 per night.
- Batman’s Hill on Collins – 3.5‑star hotel at 623 Collins Street (approx. 12‑minute walk). Average rate: $130–$160 per night.
- Ibis Melbourne Hotel & Apartments – 3‑star hotel at 15–21 Therry Street, Melbourne CBD (short tram ride). Average rate: $85–$110 per night.