Events and training

Current professional development opportunities

Explore our current professional development opportunities below:


Masterclass - Leading Communities Through Housing Change

Masterclass: Leading Communities through Housing Change

The Masterclass on ‘Leading Communities Through Housing Change’ is designed to support Councillors in navigating the rapid changes in planning reform and housing. It will help Councillors adapt to this high-pressure environment, enhance their leadership skills, and maximise their impact as local leaders.

Kingston City Council

Must attend both sessions.

Date: Thursday 24 July 2025
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Online. (Zoom link to be sent to registered emails)

Date: Friday 8 August 2025
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: In person. Kingston City Council Municipal Offices, Moorabbin Room, Ground Floor, 1230 Nepean Highway, Cheltenham, Victoria
Cost: Both sessions are complimentary

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MAV Office

Must attend both sessions.

Date: Thursday 7 August 2025
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Online. (Zoom link to be sent to registered emails)

Date: Friday 22 August 2025
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: In person. MAV Office, Level 5, 1 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne
Cost: Both sessions are complimentary

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Hepburn Shire Council

Must attend both sessions.

Date: Thursday 21 August 2025
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Online. (Zoom link to be sent to registered emails)

Date: Friday 29 August 2025
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: In person. Council Chambers, Hepburn Shire Council, 24 Vincent Street, Daylesford Vic.
Cost: Both sessions are complimentary

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Engage with us

For more information, contact:
MAV Sector Engagement and Development team
sedev@mav.asn.au
(03) 9667 5555