Disruptive Ideas in Disability Housing

The event will be held on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 from 10.00 am - 5.00 pm followed by an optional networking session from 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm.
Registration and access to the event exhibition is available from 9.00 am.
The networking session is free for all attendees and companions and includes free drinks and light food.

The event will take place at the Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) located at 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf. The Melbourne Room is located on Level 2 of the Conference Centre.

The program is not about industry updates. The event will centre around challenging the status quo that currently exists in disability housing. The program will be made available closer to the Event.

No. This is an event where everyone attends the same sessions.

The networking session is free of charge and open to all attendees including companions. It will be held from 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm, and is optional. If you'd like to attend please make sure you let us know at check-out.

No. Please wear whatever is most comfortable for you. Air conditioning can fluctuate so please make sure you have suitable clothing with you.

Yes. Please bring your ticket confirmation from Humanitix to check-in at the registration desk. An information pack containing event information will be shared with attendees before the event.

Yes. Free wi-fi will be available and we’ll share details when registering on the event day.

Yes. We'll provide catering throughout the day for those attending in-person including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Drinks and light food will also be available for the post-event networking session.

You can tell us about your dietary needs when registering. We’ll do our best to accommodate your requirements.

You can find out the latest news about the event on the Housing Hub website, or subscribe to Housing Hub email updates or social media channels.

Yes. We'll be taking photos, video, and audio recordings. By coming to the event, you're agreeing to be filmed and recorded. We might use these images and recordings for marketing and promoting Housing Hub on our websites and social media.

Yes. We’ll share approved presentation materials after the event. Just remember, all content is for your personal, non-commercial use only.

Yes. To support accessibility and participation, we’re offering a livestream option for people with disability and their family members who cannot attend in person so they can still be part of the event.

You’ll be able to watch the main stage sessions live. However, it won’t be possible for you to access the event exhibition, networking session and 1:1 advice sessions with Housing Hub, Villamanta and SDA Alliance experts.

This event is built around the in-person experience and being in the room. There is a strong focus on opportunities to connect and share ideas. The livestream is only available to people with disability and their family members to support accessibility.

Early Bird

Community Attendee | $29 $23

• For people with disability attending in a personal capacity, family members & companions of people with disability
• People with disability receive a $20 Bunnings voucher when registering in-person on the day of the event.

Professional Attendee

• For people with disability attending in a professional capacity, disability housing & support service providers, and allied health & sector professionals | $499 $400
• SDA Alliance member * | $449 $349
• Housing Hub Premium Plan holder * | $449 $349
• Housing Hub Growth Plan holder * | $474 $374

* Contact us at events@housinghub.org.au to receive your access code to unlock these discounts.

Use discount code EARLYBIRD to receive the 20% discount. Early bird is available until 31 July 2026 or until sold out.

Livestream Pass | $15

• To support participation and accessibility, we're offering a livestream pass for people with disability and family members of people with disability.
• Early Bird rates do not apply to the livestream pass.
• Contact us at events@housinghub.org.au to receive your access code to unlock your pass.

Prices exclude GST and Humanitix transaction fees.

You can purchase tickets via Humanitix or by clicking the Register Now button.

If you’re no longer able to attend for any reason, a full refund is available until Friday, 4 September 2026. Tickets are non-refundable after this time, but they can be transferred to another person if needed. You can access the Event T&Cs here.

It’s possible. There are only a limited number of Early Bird tickets available, so be quick and secure yours today.

Access to all Event sessions and the Event exhibition.
Catering throughout the day including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
Entry to the networking session from 5.00 - 6.00 pm with complimentary drinks and light food.
Event materials at registration including the event program, a tote bag and a name tag.

Person with disability
You’ll receive a $20 Bunnings voucher when you check-in at the registration desk on the event day.
Opportunity to meet 1:1 with Housing Hub Housing Outcome Facilitators as we bring our free Housing Advice Line to life as an in-person advice booth.
Opportunity for free in-person legal advice from Villamanta Disability Rights Legal Service for NDIS participants.
You can bring one companion to the event free of charge.

Livestream Pass - Live access to all sessions on the main stage.

Absolutely. If you're a person with disability you can bring one companion to the event free of charge. You'll need to provide details at check-out.

MCEC has all your options covered providing easy access, ample parking and great public transport options. Whether you’re travelling by car, taxi or ride share or public transport, visit the MCEC website to plan your visit. You can download the venue map here.

Yes. Wilson Parking offers flexible rates and secure underground parking at the Exhibition Centre. It also has accessible parking with lift access up to Door 1, 6 and 10 in the Exhibition Centre. You can book online to secure your spot at Wilson Parking.
Additional parking is available at South Wharf Retail car park, Siddeley Street car park, Freeway car park or Montague Street car park. Further information available here.

You can let us know your needs at check-out when you purchase your tickets on Humanitix. We'll do our best to make all reasonable adjustments.

The MCEC is one of Australia’s leading and accessible event venues providing step-free access, changing places facilities, accessible parking, and a welcoming environment for assistance animals. You can find full details of accessibility at MCEC here.

Accessibility has been built into every part of the event, from the venue and program through to catering and on-the-day support. Please reach out to us at events@housinghub.org.au if you have any concerns.

The livestream will include live captions and a quality video and audio feed of the main stages. Auslan interpreters will be visible within the livestream.

The livestream is focussed on viewing the main stage sessions. There may be opportunities to participate in any interactive elements of sessions.

You’ll need access to a device with internet access. You’ll receive a link ahead of the event with instructions on how to join online.

We value and appreciate the time and expertise our speakers bring to the Event. All selected speakers receive complimentary access to the Event.
A limited number of paid speaking opportunities are available depending on the role and format of the presentation, and this will be discussed during the engagement process. We’re also able to offer support for reasonable travel and accommodation costs for interstate speakers.

We’re able to offer assistance with travel and accommodation costs for interstate speakers, particularly where the cost is a barrier to you presenting. We can discuss support options during the engagement process if you’re selected.

Yes. All speakers receive complimentary access to the Event, including the networking session and catering throughout the day.

We’re committed to a supportive and inclusive environment for all attending the Event. We can offer flexible presentation formats, pre‑event preparation support, and accessibility adjustments (such as quiet spaces, assistance with slides, or alternative formats). Please let us know your needs when submitting your EOI, and we’ll work with you to make presenting a positive experience if you’re selected.

Yes. All selected speakers will be required to sign a speaker’s agreement. We’ll keep this as simple as possible, but we want to ensure clarity on roles and responsibilities.