The Dax Centre
30 Royal Parade, Kenneth Myer Building, University of Melbourne, Parkville VIC 3010, Australia
Found on the grounds of the University of Melbourne in Parkville, The Dax Centre is an elegant, contemporary venue suitable for a variety of events. This space can accommodate 200-300 guests, standing room and is also suitable for seated events such as business meetings and conferences. The gallery space features exhibitions by artists with lived experience of mental health issues. The Dax Centre is a leader in the use of art to raise awareness and reduce stigma towards mental health issues. Through the exhibitions and educational programs they seek to engage, inform and encourage community connections and conversations about the promotion of mental health. The Dax Centre houses the Cunningham Dax Collection of over 16,000 artworks created by people with an experience of mental health issues and/or psychological trauma. The Dax Centre is located in the University of Melbourne and complements the many other art and cultural programs and collections found there. It is accessible by public transport and there's ample parking.
The Dax Centre Function Rooms
Board Room
Located in the Kenneth Myer Building on the grounds of the University of Melbourne in Parkville, The Dax Centre is an elegant, contemporary venue suitable for a range of events. Our board room features natural light, with a maximum capacity...
Gallery
Located in the Kenneth Myer Building on the grounds of the University of Melbourne in Parkville, It is an elegant, contemporary venue suitable for a range of events. It can accommodate 200-300 guests, standing room. It is also suitable for ...
Frequently Asked Questions
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at The Dax Centre?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at The Dax Centre:
- Coffee / Tea
- External Catering
- BYO Drinks
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
How much does an event cost at The Dax Centre?
Events at The Dax Centre start from 0.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at The Dax Centre?
The following types of events can be held at The Dax Centre:
- Workshop
- Product Launch
- End of Financial Year Party
- Awards Dinner
- Seminar
- Networking Event
- Conference
- AGM
- Meeting
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Offsite
- Function
- Corporate Function
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if The Dax Centre is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if The Dax Centre is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if The Dax Centre is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What steps are involved in booking an event at The Dax Centre?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at The Dax Centre and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at The Dax Centre to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with The Dax Centre to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by The Dax Centre if you book via us.