What a tremendous event! Thank you to everyone who came to our Westside Stories summit, and to Melbourne Airport for its support. Politicians, business leaders, cultural figures and artists all in the same room celebrating and discussing the future of Melbourne's inner west.

Don't miss tomorrow's summit on business, politics and community in Melbourne's western suburbs. Hear from election candidates, business leaders and community voices at a half-day summit highlighting the unique challenges faced by one of the region. www.melbournepressclub.com/westside-sto...

In a little over 50 days, the nation will be watching Victoria stage its largest and most complex event, the 2026 state election. And it will do so amid the most challenging communication environment ever seen. Learn more and book for this free event here: www.melbournepressclub.com/protecting-v...

Students – have you ever wondered what it's like to be a sports journo at a major broadcaster? At our next Edit event, hear from industry stars Rebecca Maddern and Mitch Cleary, and tour the 7NEWS newsroom while the 6pm bulletin goes to air. Deets: www.melbournepressclub.com/the-edit-foo...

David Solomon will be in conversation with UniMelb Prof. Andrea Carson on his memoir Footnotes, a political, personal and historical commentary, including his experience of the Whitlam dismissal, and Kerr’s divulgences about his aspiration to be PM. Register: events.humanitix.com/david-solomo...

In a rare opportunity, we have two of Australia’s finest business journalists – Adele Ferguson and Chris Gillett – discussing their award-winning partnership, and revealing how they plan and then deliver groundbreaking business journalism. Find out more: www.melbournepressclub.com/masterclass-...

With the Tassie Devils football teams set to enter the AFL in 2028, and interest in the club reaching fever pitch since the ABC's satirical TV series on the club's formation Ground Up, everyone wants to hear what CEO Brendan Gale has planned next. 1/2

Congratulations to the Victorian winners and finalists of the 2026 #TVWeekLogies! From Gold recipient Sam Pang to the 9Network team behind the station's Australian Open coverage, the journalistic and entertainment prowess of our state has shone bright at this year's awards. 1/2

Photos from our recent event with the AIIA, "Corruption Uncovered: Media, Power and Stability in the Asia-Pacific", are now available on our website: www.melbournepressclub.com/corruption-u...

The MPC is seeking feedback from members and friends on how it can best meet the needs of those in and around the media. Completing by COB Tuesday 4 August puts you in the running to win a double pass to a show at the Palais. (Subject to availability.) forms.gle/pKSEMAeUnxzJ...

The Wizard of the Kremlin is in cinemas from today, and the first 10 MPC members to email admin@melbournepressclub.com will receive a free double in-season digital pass! Conditions apply. 1/2

The Melbourne Press Club is pleased to announce Patrick Donovan as its new chief executive officer. Find out more about the appointment here: www.melbournepressclub.com/article/mpc-... If you would like to get in touch with Patrick, he can be reached at patrick.donovan@melbournepressclub.com

Vale Derryn Hinch Praised for his representation of victims of child sexual assault, the tenacious "Human Headline" was inducted into the MPC Hall of Fame at the 2014 Quills. Accepting the award, Hinch spoke broadly on his life as a journo. Hear more: www.melbournepressclub.com/article/2014...

Two new stories that reveal the depth and variety of women's sport are on track to be shared with a wider audience after the inaugural MPC/Deakin University Women's Sports Journalism Fellows were announced. Details: www.melbournepressclub.com/award/mpc-de...

Join AIIA Victoria and the Melbourne Press Club for a discussion on corruption with panellists featuring Chris Ives, James Oaten, and Dean Levitan, with moderator Michael Bachelard. Learn more and book: events.humanitix.com/corruption-u...

Our first Winter Warmer social event is on this Wednesday – don't miss out! This is a great opportunity to catch up with friends while going in the draw to win a four-night stay at the glorious Sundays resort on Hamilton Island. Deets: events.humanitix.com/2026-melbour... Image: Sundays resort

[ Event Wednesday ] It's our first winter social event, a great opportunity to catch-up with friends and go in the draw to win a four-night stay at the glorious Sundays resort on Hamilton Island. Learn about our Winter Warmer here: www.melbournepressclub.com/article/2026... Img:Sundays resort

It's our first winter social event, a great opportunity to catch-up with friends and go in the draw to win a four-night stay at the glorious Sundays resort on Hamilton Island. Find out about our Winter Warmer event here: www.melbournepressclub.com/article/2026... Image from the Sundays resort.

Go in the running to win a getaway to Hamilton Island when you book a member ticket for the Melbourne Press Club's 2026 Winter Warmer event! Visit our website for details and bookings: www.melbournepressclub.com/article/2026...

Dreaming of somewhere warm while you’re filing that story from the depths of wintery Melbourne? Well, at our first Winter Warmer, you could win a four-night stay at the glorious Sundays resort on Hamilton Island. Details: www.melbournepressclub.com/article/2026...

Whether you’re a cadet, getting your start at a rural paper, or still studying there are a few key skills you should have as an early-career journalist. Our panel will share the advice they wish they received in the first five years on the job. Deets: www.melbournepressclub.com/the-edit-how...

You have until 5pm Friday 15 May to apply for the Sam Landsberger Sport Journalism Fellowship. This Fellowship is open to western suburb residents who are school leavers or university graduates. Learn more and apply at the Melbourne Press Club website: www.melbournepressclub.com/award/the-sa...

The Melbourne Press Club, with the support of the Herald Sun and the Western Bulldogs, has launched the Sam Landsberger Sport Journalism Fellowship. (1/3)

Sunday 3 May is World Press Freedom Day, and both Melbourne Town Hall and Federation Square are to be lit up in in blue as part of the global #SpotlightPressFreedom campaign. Learn more in this piece from RMIT journalism lecturer Dr Dylan Bird: www.melbournepressclub.com/article/melb...

MPC membership is open to everyone with an interest in the media. Members receive discounts on our annual Quills Awards dinner – including a free entry – and opportunities to network, discuss media issues and undertake professional development programs. www.melbournepressclub.com/article/memb...

Join us for one of Victoria’s most anticipated business events – the State Budget Lunch – proudly presented by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Melbourne Press Club. Discounted tickets available through the MPC – visit www.melbournepressclub.com/article/2026...

[ New ] Fighting the court order In this webinar, we bring together court reporters Ashley Argoon (Herald Sun) and Erin Pearson (The Age), along with media lawyer Justin Quill, for a discussion that will help reporters prepare for courtroom challenges. www.melbournepressclub.com/webinar-figh...

The 31st Gold Quill Award goes to Robyn Riley at the Herald Sun for her groundbreaking expose of the Monash IVF scandal where a woman gave birth to another couple’s baby unknowingly. Sponsored by the University of Melbourne. #MPCQuills

Christopher Hopkins for Guardian Australia won the Features Photograph #MPCQuills Award for “Kathy’s Last Wish”, an intimate look into the relationship between a mother and son before his death.

Martin Keep for Agence France-Presse wins the News Photograph #MPCQuills Award for capturing a rare unguarded moment of Erin Patterson, in what was one of the biggest news stories of the year.