The Rise of Corporate Wellness
In today’s fast-paced world, burnout is one of the biggest challenges facing workplaces. Businesses are now prioritising staff wellbeing, mental health, and meaningful team connection like never before. Corporate events are no longer just about strategy sessions and PowerPoints — they’re about recharging, reconnecting, and revitalising teams.
And there’s no better place to do that than regional Victoria.
Away from the city’s hustle, delegates can immerse themselves in fresh air, wide open spaces, and inspiring scenery that naturally encourage reflection, creativity, and calm. This wellness-first approach is transforming the way organisations plan conferences, retreats, and team offsites
Why Regional Victoria?
Regional Victoria is the ultimate wellness destination for corporate gatherings. Here’s why:
- Fresh air and natural landscapes – from coastal bushland to alpine peaks, the environment itself invites relaxation.
- A slower pace of life – the perfect antidote to busy city schedules.
- Close to Melbourne, but feels like a getaway – most regions are just 1–3 hours’ drive from the CBD.
- Wellness-friendly venues and activities – think yoga at sunrise, nature-based team building, and menus packed with fresh, local produce.
From the mineral waters of Mornington Peninsula or Daylesford, the historic elegance of Werribee, and the vineyard serenity of Yarra Valley, regional Victoria offers restorative spaces that turn business events into truly rejuvenating experiences.
Venues Leading the Wellness Charge
Alba Thermal Springs & Spa – Mornington Peninsula
For a truly restorative corporate experience, Alba Thermal Springs & Spa delivers luxury wellness at its finest. Delegates can enjoy mineral bathing experiences, spa treatments, and mindfulness sessions surrounded by sculpted landscapes. Alba offers private spaces ideal for small workshops, team reflection, or post-conference wind-down sessions.
Example: After spending the day immersed in engaging conference sessions, unwind under the stars, enjoying the fresh night air and the gentle sounds of nature with a relaxing evening bathing experience.
Balgownie Estate - Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges
Just over an hour from Melbourne, Balgownie Estate combines vineyard views with a strong focus on wellness. Delegates can unwind at the onsite Day Spa with massages, facials, and restorative treatments before or after meetings. Light-filled conference spaces, fresh regional dining, and peaceful surroundings create the perfect setting for connection and renewal.
Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park – Werribee
Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park is an iconic venue that combines historic elegance with a strong focus on wellbeing. Delegates can balance business sessions with treatments at the luxurious Mansion Day Spa, stroll through 10 hectares of manicured gardens, or simply enjoy the calm of this grand retreat. For something truly restorative, guests can take part in the Werribee Park Heritage Orchard Grafting Experience — a hands-on immersion in nature where you learn the ancient art of tree grafting among heritage fruit trees. The grafting session not only connects you more deeply with the landscape but also fosters mindfulness, sustainability and a slower pace — perfect for teams seeking a wellness-focused balance of productivity and pampering.
Lake House Daylesford - Daylesford & Macedon Ranges
Located in the heart of Victoria’s renowned mineral springs region, Lake House offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by lush gardens and lake views. Delegates can enjoy wellness-focused menus, rejuvenating spa treatments, and access to mineral springs experiences nearby, creating a corporate event that blends strategy with relaxation and wellbeing.
Peninsula Hot Springs – Mornington Peninsula
Less than 90 minutes from Melbourne, Peninsula Hot Springs offers over 70 bathing and wellness experiences, versatile event spaces, and onsite eco-lodge accommodation. Delegates can combine strategy sessions with mineral bathing, mindfulness activities, and paddock-to-plate dining, creating a corporate retreat that inspires connection, clarity, and rejuvenation.
Wellness Experiences Beyond the Boardroom
Regional Victoria offers experiences that help teams reconnect on a deeper level and leave feeling revitalised:
- Guided bushwalks and forest bathing that encourage mindfulness and reflection
- Yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions to reset and recharge
- Paddock-to-plate dining with fresh, seasonal produce and local wines
- Paint-and-sip workshops at venues like Pt Leo Estate and Puffing Billy Railway — combining creativity with relaxation
- Pickleball courts at Green Olive at Red Hill for lighthearted, active team building
- Stargazing experiences at Lancemore Macedon Ranges, perfect for unwinding under the night sky
- Art therapy, sensory experiences, or nature workshops to deepen reflection and connection
These experiences go beyond filling a schedule — they nurture wellbeing, spark creativity, and strengthen team bonds.
Final Thoughts: Planning Your Next Wellness-Driven Event
Wellness is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’ — it’s a vital part of keeping teams engaged, productive, and connected. By hosting your next corporate event in regional Victoria, you can give delegates an experience that blends strategy with self-care, leaving them refreshed and inspired.
Ready to elevate your next corporate event with a focus on wellbeing? Explore the calming coastlines, thermal springs, and heritage gardens of regional Victoria. Discover venues like Alba Thermal Springs & Spa, Balgownie Estate, Werribee Mansion, Lakehouse Daylesford and Peninsula Hot Springs, and turn your business gathering into a restorative experience your delegates will thank you for.
Contact the Business Events Victoria team today for venue recommendations, tailored wellness itineraries, and support to bring your event vision to life.
