We encourage businesses to become a member of their local precinct association to get access to:
- place activation and event information
- business training and networking
- industry information and news
- marketing and promotion
- exchange of ideas to drive visitation to the precinct.
Recognised representative precinct associations
The City of Melbourne recognises the following associations via the Precinct Business Association Program annual funding round.
To become a member of your representative precinct association, contact them directly. Association names and contact details are listed below.
President: Sergio Alderuccio
Website: Carlton Inc. External link
Carlton Inc. aspires to help connect local businesses of Carlton and foster a positive community engagement throughout the Carlton area. Additionally, it also provides local traders with a voice and a platform to share their ideas, opinions and recommendations to improve Carlton.
GPO Box 3526
Melbourne VIC 3001
President: Anna Prifti
Email: info@cityprecinct.com.au
Website: City Precinct External link
City Precinct brings together the small, local, niche, sometimes hidden, independent retailers, hospitality and service providers that together make the Melbourne story unique. The precinct connects its small business members and encourages supportive relationships to foster community in the Melbourne CBD.
C/- Gray Reid Gallery
156 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
President: Luke Harris
Email: hello@collinsstreet.com.au
Website: Collins Street External link
Boasting an unrivalled combination of luxury retail, premium accommodation, world-class dining, top entertainment and major business headquarters, Collins Street is the epicentre of Melbourne’s inspirational lifestyle. The Collins Street Precinct Group celebrates its rich blend of global brands, local creatives and diverse businesses cooperatives located at this landmark address.
PO Box 23038
Docklands VIC 8012
President: Daniel Hibberd
Email: admin@docklandscc.com.au
Website: Docklands Chamber of Commerce External link
The Docklands Chamber of Commerce shamelessly promotes business in Docklands: through advertising, networking and Business-to-Business promotions, acting primarily on behalf of their members.
c/o Level 3, 168 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
President: Mr Jorge Menidis
Contact: Antonia Tsamis, Executive Officer
Email: contact@greekprecinct.com.au
Website: Greek Precinct External link
Telephone: 03 9662 2722
The Lonsdale Street Greek Precinct is reflective of Melbourne having the largest population of Greeks outside of Greece. It has since blossomed and changed in form but still sits as a representation of the Greeks of Melbourne, as well as an entertainment, arts and culture hub.
President: Sean McConville
Contact:
Sarah Maguire
0438 505 189
sarah@marmaladesky.com.au
Anthony Galea
0467 246 837
anthony@marmaladesky.com.au
Website and social media:
Discover Kensington External link
Discover Kensington Facebook External link
Discover Kensington Instagram External link
The shopping strips of Bellair Street, Macaulay Road and neighbouring areas are the quintessential local inner Melbourne strip boasting predominantly small businesses. The Macaulay Road shopping strip makes a great spot to go shopping for homewares or to browse the selection of funky cafes and delicatessens.
President: Chaehee Kim
Email: info@ktown.org.au
Website: http://ktown.org.au External link
Explore the rich tapestry of Korean culture in Melbourne's Koreatown in Healeys Lane. Offering a vibrant dining experience with a variety of Korean restaurants and food vendors, the precinct also features traditionally crafted Korean totem poles on nearby Little Lonsdale Street adding to the cultural atmosphere.
President: Christina Zhao
Email: info@melbournechinatownbusiness.com
Website: Melbourne Chinatown Business Association External link
Melbourne Chinatown Business Association leads the way in revitalising and empowering Chinatown's businesses through innovative programs, strategic partnerships, and community engagement.
Post Box 5 North Melbourne VIC 3051
President: Sylvia Hungria
Email: president@northwestmelbourne.com.au
Executive Officer: Rebekah Symons
Email: info@northwestmelbourne.com.au
Website: North & West Melbourne External link
The North & West Melbourne Precinct Group is your precinct for arts, dining, culture and community. They work with the traders and local residents to implement cohesive and lively community activities and also encourage visitors to come to North Melbourne and experience all that it has to offer.
PO Box 76
Flinders Lane VIC 8009
President: Mr Jeremy Vincent
Email: exoff@yarrariver.melbourne
Website: Yarra River Business Association External link
Since 1998 the Yarra River Business Association has actively represented the interests of small to medium businesses located on and along the river. It is one of the City’s longest established and professional business organisations, with a track record of innovation and advocacy on behalf of its constituents.
