As operators of the future Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, we Acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Djilang (Geelong), the Wadawurrung people of the Kulin Nation. We pay respects to their Elders past and present, and thank them for gifting the centre its name, returning language to Country. Meaning ‘open your eyes to the hills’, once open, Nyaal Banyul will encourage visitors to the centre to look deeply and appreciate the landscapes and history of Wadawurrung Country.

Geelong's new event venue opens July 2026.

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Subvention Funding at Nyaal Banyul

Opening in July 2026, Nyaal Banyul will be a hub for economic and cultural growth in Geelong. As part of Victoria’s landmark investment, subvention funding is available from FY27 to attract world-class events. The program supports organisers to create memorable, high-impact experiences that showcase Geelong’s culture, community and connection to Country, strengthening the city’s reputation as a premier destination for international events.

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Funding Overview

From FY27, subvention funding will be available to support event organisers planning conferences, conventions, and corporate events at Nyaal Banyul.

This funding is delivered as discounted services, making it easier to host events that leave a lasting impact.

Eligible association and corporate events can receive:

  • $100 per delegate for single-year conferences

  • $120 per delegate for multi-year partnerships

  • Capped at $60,000 per event

Funding is applied as a discount to your final pre-event invoice. Final amounts are assessed on a case-by-case basis and subject to availability.

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Eligibility at a Glance

To be considered, your event must:

  • Be a corporate or association meeting, conference, convention, or trade exhibition

  • Run for at least 2 days (including daily delegate catering)

  • Have a minimum of 250 in-person delegates (virtual attendance not included)

  • Have at least 30% of delegates attending from outside Victoria

  • Be held between 1 July 2026 and 30 June 2030

  • Be considering destinations outside Victoria

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Applying for Support

Begin Your Application

Interested in finding out if your event is eligible for funding support at Nyaal Banyul? Complete the enquiry form by clicking below and our team will be in touch.

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