Corporate Christmas party planning in Melbourne: a working timeline

The short answer: start planning a Melbourne corporate Christmas party as early as you can — ideally while it is still winter. The most popular slots (Thursday to Saturday nights from mid-November to mid-December) are booked first, and the best venues and suppliers go...

Event planning vs event coordination: what’s the difference?

The short answer: event planning is the decision-making work that happens in the weeks and months before an event — budget, venue, suppliers, styling and timeline. Event coordination is the execution work — confirming every detail, building the run sheet and managing...

Planning an outdoor event in Victoria: permits, marquees and weather

The short answer: outdoor events in Victoria may need a council permit if they are in a park or public space, an occupancy permit if large temporary structures are used for a public event, and a liquor licence if alcohol is sold or supplied outside a licensed venue....