What's On This Month in Fishermans Bend
The Port Melbourne Business Networking Breakfast Series continues on Monday 5 May at The Fruiterers Wife.
Join local business owners, professionals, and entrepreneurs for a relaxed morning of networking, conversation, and great coffee.
Location: The Fruiterers Wife, Port Melbourne
Date: Monday 5 May
Time: 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
All welcome — register now to connect with your local business community.
Melbourne Design Week returns from 15–25 May 2025 with over 350 events, exhibitions, talks, and installations celebrating design talent across the region. This year’s theme, “Design the World You Want,” invites participants to explore design’s capacity to address economic, social, and ecological challenges.
Explore the full program and discover events in Fishermans Bend and further across Melbourne:
Discover the best of Victoria’s wine, spirits, and craft producers at Best of VIC, proudly supported by Starward. Enjoy tastings from local makers, two signature tacos from Dingo Ate My Taco, cheese from Supercheese, and beers by CBCo Brewing, with live music and rolling distillery tours throughout the day.
Held at Starward Distillery in Port Melbourne, with two sessions running from 12–3pm and 5–8pm. Tickets are $49 and strictly limited — book now.
NTRO International Technical Conference 2025
The Transport Revolution: Solutions Led by Innovation: This premier international conference brings together global professionals to explore transformative changes in the transport sector. Gain insights into cutting-edge tools for infrastructure assessment, strategies for fostering a national safety culture, advancements in clean energy and autonomous vehicles, and the latest developments in pavement design and materials. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the transport revolution and shape the future of mobility.
WHEN: 7-9 May 2025
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Public Works Conference: Integrated Water Management Tour
Highlighting Fishermans Bend’s commitment to sustainable water management and climate resilience with three key stops on this technical tour. Firstly, the Fishermans Bend Water Sensitive City Strategy is set to become Australia’s largest water-sensitive urban design project, enhancing environmental sustainability and liveability. Remix Raingardens repurpose locally sourced waste materials, such as concrete, glass, and organic matter, to create cost-effective drainage solutions while reinforcing the area’s character. Meanwhile, the Permeable Shared Path integrates recycled rubber from 1,200 tyres to prevent water pooling, improving accessibility and encouraging active transport in all weather conditions.
WHEN: 9am, Friday 16 May 2025
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Join a diverse group of businesses at BNI Port Phillip Network Partners Online every Thursday morning for a structured, friendly networking meeting where members share and generate business opportunities. Last year, the group facilitated over $700,000 in business. These meetings offer a chance to connect, present your business, and request referrals, tapping into the extended networks of members. The session also includes business education and guest speakers. Arrive online 15 minutes early to network before the meeting begins at 7:15 am.
