Social Functions

Welcome Reception

The Welcome Reception will be held at The Aviary at Crown, offering delegates the opportunity to reconnect with coleagues and make new connections while enjoying Melbourne from above. Located on the rooftop of Crown Towers, this open-dir venue overlooks the city skyline and the Yarra River, providing a relaxed yet impressive setting for the evening. The reception will also feature a special Yidaki (Didgeridoo) performance by Kiernan Ironfield, adding a distinctive cultural highlight to the event.

Details

  • Monday 23 March 2026

  • Time – 6:00pm to 8:00pm

  • Cost – Included in full conference registration and full accompanying ticket

  • Additional guests - $150 per person

  • Dress – Smart casual

  • Location – The Aviary at Crown

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An afternoon at the Yarra Valley

You will visit the Yarra Valley, beginning with an afternoon at Healesville Sanctuary. Explore Australia's iconic wildlife with expert guides, enjoy the spectacular Spirits of the Sky show, and take part in an exclusive Detection Dog presentation with a Q&A. Your experience will conclude with a relaxed evening at Yering Station, where you can enjoy fine food and wine.

Details

  • Wednesday 25 March 2026

  • Time – 1:00pm to 10:00pm

  • Bus Departs - Crown Promenade, 1pm

  • Cost – Included in full conference registration and full accompanying ticket

  • Additional guests - $300 per person

  • Dress - Smart casual

  • Location - Healesville Sanctuary and Yering Station

  • Note: Please wear comfortable shoes for walking around Healesvile Sanctuary

Inclusions

  • Coach transfers: Crown - Yarra Valley Return

  • Healesville Sanctuary immersive wildlife experience

  • Yering Station evening experience with curated food and fine wine service

AORC/IGSRV Dinner
(Members Only)

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at South Wharf, Melbourne! Join us for an exclusive members-only dinner, with the AORC Dinner unfolding in style at the stunning Showtime Event Centre and the IGSRV Dinner taking over the vibrant Cargo. As the night progresses, both groups will come together under the stars at the River Pavilion for a shared dessert by the water. Great food, great company, and a dash of Melbourne magic await!

Details

  • Thursday 26 March 2026

  • Time – 7:00pm to 11:30pm

  • Cost – Included in full conference registration (AORC/IGSRV members only) and full accompanying ticket (accompanying AORC/IGSRV members only)

  • Additional guests (AORC/IGSRV Member guests only) - $200 per person

  • Dress - Smart casual

  • Location
    AORC: Showtime Event Centre and River Pavilion
    IGSRV: Cargo and River Pavilion

Gala Dinner

Celebrate in style at the Gala Dinner, hosted in the spectacular Palladium at Crown. Included with full registrations, this signature event brings together exceptional company, fine dining, and live entertainment by Groove Junction - the perfect finale to your conference experience.

Details

  • Friday 27 March 2026

  • Time – 7:00pm to 12:00am

  • Cost – Included in full conference registration and full accompanying ticket

  • Additional guests - $250 per person

  • Dress - Cocktail

  • Location – Palladium at Crown

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TAB Australian Cup Day

TAB Australian Cup Day is a highlight of the racing calendar, delivering a thrilling finale to the Flemington Racing Spectacular at Flemington Racecourse - the home of the Melbourne Cup.

Guests enjoy coach transfers from Crown, racecourse admission, a three-course seated lunch with beverages, a race book, and full access to betting facilities - making it a premium race day experience from start to finish.

Details

  • Saturday 28 March 2026

  • Time – 11:30am to 6:30pm

  • Bus Departs – Crown Promenade, from 10:45am

  • Cost – Included in full conference registration and full accompanying ticket

  • Additional guests - $450 per person

  • Dress

    • Gentlemen (including children 12 years and over)
      A suit or tailored pants (tailored chinos or tailored leather pants are acceptable), tailored shorts at or below the knee, sports coat or blazer, collared dress shirt, tie, and dress shoes are required. Denim and runners are not permitted.

    • Ladies (including children 12 years and over)
      Tailored suiting, including shorts at or below the knee, is acceptable. Shorts above the knee (e.g.jumpsuits, playsuits, bike shorts, stretch shorts) are not permitted. Tailored leather trousers, skirts, and dresses are acceptable. Traditional racing attire, including headpieces and millinery, is encouraged.

  • Location - Skyline Lounge, Flemington Racecourse

Inclusions

  • Coach transfers: Crown - Flemington Return

  • Racecourse admission

  • 3 course seated lunch and beverages

  • Race book

  • Access to betting facilities