Meet beside Australia’s longest river, where paddle steamers, cellar doors and riverside venues shape memorable business events
Just 60 minutes from Melbourne, The Goulburn Region offers something increasingly difficult to find: space to think, space to connect and space to create memorable business events.
Stretching from Hidden Valley and Tallarook through Nagambie and the Strathbogie Ranges to Shepparton, the region combines celebrated wine country, productive agricultural landscapes, waterways and genuine country hospitality in a destination that feels a world away from the city.
Contemporary conference facilities, lakeside resorts, boutique wineries and unique rural venues provide diverse settings for conferences, leadership retreats, incentive programs and corporate events, all within easy reach of Melbourne.
Business events in The Goulburn Region extend well beyond the meeting room. Delegates can enjoy award-winning wineries, paddock-to-plate dining, farm gate experiences, golf, cycling, arts and culture, and experiences that connect visitors with the people, produce and stories that define the region.
Whether it’s a networking event overlooking the vines, a long lunch celebrating local produce or a leadership retreat immersed in nature, The Goulburn Region offers an abundance of opportunities to bring people together.
Combining quality venues, memorable regional experiences and a naturally generous welcome, The Goulburn Region is where productive meetings and meaningful connections naturally flow.’
Partner venues across The Goulburn region range from large-scale conference and event spaces like Shepparton Showgrounds and Riverlinks Eastbank to winery retreats, lakeside resorts and riverside function venues throughout the region.
The Goulburn region is easily accessible from Melbourne, with major centers including Shepparton and Nagambie connected by road and rail. Whether you’re planning a conference, corporate retreat or incentive program, delegates can travel comfortably and explore one of Victoria’s most distinctive river regions.
via the Goulburn Valley Highway
 Shepparton from Southern Cross
Greater Shepparton is a thriving regional destination just two hours from Melbourne, offering a diverse range of venues, quality accommodation and memorable visitor experiences. With modern conference facilities, unique event spaces and capacity for over 2,000 guests, the region is well-equipped for business events of all sizes, supported by an experienced local events team.
Hosting your event in a region aligned with your sector creates opportunities for richer delegate experiences  – from local keynote speakers and industry experts to technical visits, site inspections and authentic knowledge exchange beyond the conference room. Through our statewide network of destination partners and industry connections, BEV helps facilitate introductions to local expertise, creating programs that are relevant, engaging and uniquely Victorian.
Shepparton anchors a fruit, vegetable, grain and dairy processing cluster with SPC Ardmona, Tatura Milk, Unilever Australia and Campbell Australia.
Agribusiness conferences, food manufacturing summits, supply chain and export forums.
Shepparton is the Food Bowl and Fruit Capital of Australia.Â
Food and wine industry events, horticulture forums, sustainable agriculture summits.
Shepparton is a national transport hub on the V/Line passenger and freight network, with the Goulburn Valley Link freight and logistics centre handling truck-to-rail transfers for regional industries and exporters.Â
Logistics and supply chain conferences, freight industry forums, infrastructure investment events.
Shepparton offers:
The Goulburn region offers a combination of modern event facilities, beautiful natural landscapes, renowned food production, and authentic regional experiences. Its central location makes it an accessible and appealing destination for conferences, meetings, and corporate retreats.
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Known as one of Australia’s key agricultural regions, Shepparton continues to attract conferences and sector events looking to connect with regional industry, innovation and large-scale event infrastructure
The Goulburn region is located in north-central Victoria and includes destinations such as Shepparton, Nagambie, Tatura and Murchison.
The region is ideal for:
The region is approximately two hours from Melbourne by road and is easily accessible via major highways and rail connections, making travel convenient for delegates.
The region is renowned for:
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Yes. The Goulburn offers a range of conference and event venues capable of hosting everything from small executive meetings to large conferences and gala events, with venues catering for up to 847 delegates, or up to 5,000 attendees at the Shepparton Showgrounds for large-scale exhibitions, festivals and outdoor events.
The region offers a variety of accommodation styles, including:
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