NexStar2026 Awards Ceremony and Business Networking Event

​About the Event

​City of Melbourne and ACASE warmly invite you to join us in celebrating achievements, forging new connections and exploring future opportunities through NexStar 2026!

​This event celebrates the Melbourne–Chengdu Sister City Partnership, opening a new chapter of business collaboration between the two cities.

​Join us to:

• ​Celebrate the achievements of NexStar 2026 student participants

• ​Explore opportunities with Chengdu businesses in clean technology, new energy and sustainable industries

• ​Connect with leaders from government, business, education and innovation

• ​Build connections and foster collaboration between Melbourne and Chengdu

​RSVP due by end of 23 October

​ Event Overview:

​14:00 - Check in and networking

​14:30 - Welcome Remarks

​14:55 - NexStar Experience sharing - Chengdu companies

​15:10 - Award Presentations

​15:15 - NexStar Experience sharing - Students

​15:40 - Networking

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​Dress code: Business casual

​Conditions of Entry: Aged 18+ only. Only registered ticket holders are permitted entry. Tickets are not transferrable.