Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) has announced it is entering voluntary administration and will close operations in 2025.
The events industry body is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025 but has appointed an administrator ahead of ceasing operations.
The annual MEA National Conference was to be held in June 2025 in Sydney – with Spice announced as a Gold Media Partner just last week – but this will no longer go ahead.
“It is with deep sadness and a profound sense of gratitude that we share with you the news that Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) will be closing after 50 years of service to the Australian events industry,” says MEA chair Vanessa Green.
“Despite increased member engagement, growing ticket sales, strong award entries, and the introduction of exciting new education offerings, MEA is no longer in a financial position to continue operations.
“The board has made the difficult, but necessary, decision to appoint an administrator today (27 March 2025).
“This decision does not reflect a lack of passion or dedication from our community.
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