Message from the Lord Mayor The City of Melbourne is proud to support the 10th Australasian Better Boards Conference and we welcome delegates to our great city. Melbourne is an exciting and sophisticated city. In 2015, we were named the world’s most liveable city for the fifth consecutive year, the world’s friendliest city, the world’s most admired knowledge city and the world’s ultimate sport city. Growing numbers of international visitors are flocking here, discovering why Melbourne has become the nation’s number one domestic tourist destination and the country’s business events capital. We also support your promotion of good governance and the opportunity to enhance business and community development, as well as creating opportunities for education and information exchange. The Better Boards Conference will be held in the world’s first six star, green star convention centre. The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is located on the doorstep of the city and provides delegates with access to state-ofthe-art conference facilities and technology. Melbourne is a true winter wonderland, with a packed schedule of festivals, major sporting events, exhibitions and blockbuster theatre shows taking place across the city during the colder months. While other cities shut down in winter, Melbourne shines. Every taste is catered for through a mix of unique, accessible and shareable experiences to complement our city’s renowned bars, cafes, restaurants and hidden gems. I encourage you to check out our What’s On website (www.that’smelbourne.com.au) to find out all the latest. Melbourne is regarded as one of the most tolerant and friendly cities in the world. We are home to people from 138 countries, we speak 121 different languages and dialects and we practise 92 different faiths. We pride ourselves on making our visitors feel welcome. Enjoy your time with us!
Robert Doyle Lord Mayor
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