Make the most of your AusRAIL PLUS 2025 experience by attending our social events. More opportunities will be announced, including pre-event site tours.
Registration opens late May 2025.
Due to the high demand for tickets to our social functions, AusRAIL PLUS 2025 delegates, sponsors and exhibitors will receive priority access to book tickets to AusRAIL PLUS social events. This is to ensure that those supporting and engaging at AusRAIL PLUS can secure social event tickets. Further details will be published when registration opens.
Kick off AusRAIL PLUS 2025 with a bang and join us for drinks and canapés at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). It’s the perfect setting to meet fellow attendees and set the stage for an exciting conference ahead.
- Time: 1630-1830
- Date: Tuesday 25 November 2025
- Location: Plenary 2 foyer | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Tickets: Included for registered conference delegates, guest tickets may be purchased.
Start your day with inspiration and connection at the Women in Rail Breakfast. Join us for a morning of networking with industry leaders and peers. This event is a fantastic chance to build relationships and share experiences in a supportive environment.
- Time: 0715-0830
- Date: Wednesday 26 November 2025
- Location: Melbourne Room | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Tickets: Available for purchase at ARA member and non member rates.
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Prepare for a great evening at the Yellow Dinner! Dress with a splash of yellow and immerse yourself in a night of networking and entertainment. This vibrant event promises great company, engaging activities, and a chance to connect with colleagues in a lively atmosphere.
- Time: 1830-2230
- Date: Wednesday 26 November
- Location: Melbourne Room | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Tickets: Available for purchase at ARA member and non member rates
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Dress code: Business attire with a splash of yellow
Seating allocation information:
- Table reservations will be exclusively accepted for bookings in multiples of 10 and must be made by a designated group leader.
- Tables will be reserved under the name of the organisation that made the reservation.
- The group leader must provide guest names and dietary requirements via a social function portal by 11 November 2024. The portal will be closed after this date. Details to access the social function portal will be shared via email with the group leader.
- It is the responsibility of the group leader to communicate with the table guests and provide them with their respective table numbers.
- Individual bookings or bookings which do not meet the table allocation requirement for multiples of 10 will have tickets assigned randomly to tables. Requests to sit next to specific individuals or guests will not be accommodated.
Indulge in diverse flavours culinary experiences at our Exhibition Networking Drinks! Enjoy delicious food and drinks in a relaxed environment while exploring the latest innovations in the industry from our extensive list of exhibitors. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues and discover cutting-edge advancements.
- Time: 1600-1800
- Date: Thursday 27 November
- Location: AusRAIL PLUS 20025 Exhibition | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Tickets: Included for registered conference delegates; guest tickets may be purchased
- Non member cost: Included with registration
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Next stop: Flavours of Melbourne! Taking place immediately after the exhibition networking drinks, this stand up 3 hour extravaganza promises a wide selection of food stations, refreshing drinks, and vibrant entertainment. Soak up the sun, savour the flavours, and seize the chance to network with fellow attendees.
- Time: 1815-2115
- Date: Thursday 27 November
- Location: Showtime Precinct | South Wharf
- Cost: Available for purchase at ARA member and non member rates
Wrap up your AusRAIL PLUS 2025 experience at our closing drinks. Join us for a one hour cocktail event exclusively for conference delegates. It’s the perfect way to say goodbye and reflect on the highlights of the conference.
- Time: 1530-1630
- Date: Friday 28 November
- Location: Plenary 2 Foyer | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cost: Included for registered conference delegates
Priority access for social function tickets
Due to the high demand for tickets to our social functions, AusRAIL 2024 delegates, sponsors and exhibitors will receive priority access to book tickets to AusRAIL social events. This is to ensure that those supporting and engaging at AusRAIL are able to secure social event tickets.
Priority ticket bookings will apply to the following social functions:
- Sunset Soiree – Monday 25 November
- Women in Rail Breakfast – Tuesday 26 November
- Yellow Dinner – Wednesday 27 November
Priority ticket sales for registered delegates, sponsors and exhibitors will remain open until Friday 11 October. If tickets remain available for these events at this time, bookings will open to ARA member organisations on Monday 14 October 2024. If any tickets remain after that point, sales will open to non members on Monday 11 November 2024. We expect all the AusRAIL social events to sell out so encourage prompt bookings. Please note, those booking exhibition visitor passes will not be given priority access to book social function tickets.
Secure your social tickets by registering as a delegate and select the social functions you would like to attend and be part of these unforgettable networking experiences.
Come together with rail industry leaders for this much-loved formal dinner with AusRAIL.
Dress code: Business attire
- Time: TBC
- Date: Wednesday 27 November 2024
- Location: Event Centre Ballroom, GCCEC
- Member cost: $295
- Non member cost: $385
Join delegates, exhibitors and visitors in the Exhibition Hall to celebrate AusRAIL.
- Time: 17:00 - 18:00
- Date: Tuesday 26 November 2024
- Location: Exhibition Halls, GCCEC
- Member cost: Included with registration
- Non member cost: Included with registration
